Ministry Expresses Respect for Gender and Sexual Minorities on International Day

Kathmandu. The Ministry of Women, Children, Gender and Social Security has expressed respect for the entire gender and sexual minority community on the occasion of the International Day Against Hate and Discrimination Towards Gender and Sexual Minorities.

On this special day, the Ministry has expressed its commitment to human rights, equality, inclusivity, and social justice.

The Constitution of Nepal ensures that all citizens are equal before the law and no one shall be denied the equal protection of the law. The Ministry has clarified that any form of discrimination, exclusion, violence, or hate speech based on gender identity and sexual orientation is unacceptable in accordance with the fundamental rights guaranteed by the constitution and international human rights laws. The Ministry has also emphasized that such behaviors are punishable by law.

This day highlights the need for further cooperation and commitment among the three tiers of government, civil society, media, and all stakeholders to promote mutual respect, tolerance, respect for diversity, and social harmony, and to ensure the equal participation of all citizens.

The Ministry has also expressed its commitment to continue necessary policy, program, and institutional efforts with the objective of protecting the rights of gender and sexual minorities, creating a safe and respectful environment, and ensuring equal access to justice and public services.

Furthermore, the Ministry has heartily appealed to all citizens and stakeholders to be aware and sensitive towards discrimination, hate, and violence, and to actively contribute to building an inclusive and egalitarian society.