First Young HRDs Conclave 2026 Concluded

Digital Rights Nepal, along with INSEC, National Youth Council, Visible Impact and ROYM Nepal, successfully concluded the 1st Young Human Rights Defenders (HRDs) Conclave 2026, held on May 1-2, 2026, under the theme “Youth as Actors of Change for Human Rights.”
The two-day national conclave brought together approximately 250 young human rights defenders from 70 districts across Nepal, including youth advocates, students, representatives from marginalized communities, and emerging leaders, creating a dynamic platform for dialogue, Opening the event, Lily Thapa of the National Human Rights Commission Nepal emphasized the role of youth and committed to publishing the Gen Z protest report.

The program featured thematic sessions on Business and Human Rights, Environmental and Climate Justice, and Digital Literacy and Cybersecurity, facilitated by Digital Rights Nepal and other partner organizations, alongside a high-level panel on the effectiveness of constitutional commissions.A key outcome was the Young HRDs Declaration, developed through group discussions, outlining shared priorities and actions. The conclave concluded with Deputy Speaker Rubi Kumari presenting recommendations to national stakeholders.
The organizers call upon government agencies, development partners, civil society organizations, academic institutions, and the private sector to collaborate and support this initiative. The conclave marks an important step toward strengthening Nepal’s human rights ecosystem and amplifying youth voices in building a more just, inclusive, and accountable society.