Campaign against gender-based violence begins in Jhapa schools

Summary

Mechinagar Municipality has launched a campaign against gender-based violence in 10 schools in Jhapa, targeting students from grades 9 to 12 with support from the Ministry of Women, Children and Senior Citizens and the World Bank.

Key Points
  • Mechinagar Municipality is conducting a campaign against gender-based violence in 10 schools in Jhapa.
  • The campaign targets students from grades 9 to 12.
  • The Ministry of Women, Children and Senior Citizens and the World Bank are supporting the initiative.
  • Students are educated on recognizing and countering gender-based violence, including understanding 'bad touch' and 'good touch'.
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