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Est. Paush 2051 (Dec 1994) · Duhabi, Sunsari

Empowering Communities,
Transforming Individuals

A women-led non-profit organization working for communities across 64 districts of Nepal, with a focus on livelihood, aquaculture development, WASH, low-cost environmentally friendly housing, Access to microfinance, and climatic resilient agricultural practices.

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Rural women's cooperative in Sunsari, Nepal — representative photo of FORWARD's community work

64 Districts

Reaching Communities Since 2051 (1994)

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How we work

Eight fronts, one mission.

Rural Women's Development
Modernizing Aquaculture in Nepal
Resilient Livelihoods of Vulnerable Communities in Targeted Districts of Nepal (BCGE PROJECT)
Initiative for Shared Prosperity in the Koshi River Basin in Nepal (ISPKN)
Just Right For Children In Nepal (JRCN PROJECT)
Lower Tamor Landscape Conservation Project
Low- Cost Housing/ Poor House Development Project (LCHR)
LPoor Housing Development Fund – PHDF Project

How we work

A rights-based approach, rooted in dignity.

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Rights-based, always

We work with backward, vulnerable and indigenous communities through a rights-based approach — dignity first, dependence never.

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Three ways to change

Microfinance, social development and institutional development are the threads we weave together to build lasting community resilience.

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Women lead the way

Founded by committed women professionals, we campaign against domestic violence and put rural women at the centre of every decision.

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Built to sustain

Our vision is a self-sustained society — projects designed for scalability and sustainability, not short-lived interventions.

Announcements

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Published · August 17, 2026

Community Health Camp — Duhabi, Sunsari (September 2026)

Free health checkups, nutrition counseling, and maternal health sessions open to all women and children in Duhabi.

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Published · December 22, 2024

Vacancy: Aquaculture Field Facilitators, Coordinators, Admin Finance Officer & Polytechnic Principal

FORWARD invites applications from qualified Nepalese professionals for anticipated project positions: Aquaculture Field Facilitator (12 positions) across Jhapa, Morang and Sunsari; Aquaculture Field Coordinator (3 positions); Admin Finance Officer (1) at the Duhabi head office; and Principal (1) for Dinesh Chaudhary Memorial Polytechnic. Applications from marginalized, women and disadvantaged-community candidates are highly encouraged. Send your CV and application to forwarda403@gmail.com or directly to the FORWARD office, Duhabi-2, Sunsari.

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Published · December 15, 2024

Modernizing Aquaculture Development

Modernizing Aquaculture Development

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Projects

The work, up close

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Stories

Faces from the field

Stories from across our 64 districts

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Handover Ceremony of 100 Safe Houses for Underprivileged FamiliesStory

Sunsari

Handover Ceremony of 100 Safe Houses for Underprivileged Families

LCHR

FORWARD Nepal formally handed over 100 safe houses built with financial support from the Tzu Chi Buddhist Foundation to underprivileged and landless families in Sunsari.

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The materials distribution program under the ISPKN Project was successfully completed.Story

Sunsari

The materials distribution program under the ISPKN Project was successfully completed.

ISPKN

ISPKN Materials Distribution Program Successfully Completed.

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The free integrated mobile service camp held at Bhamari, Gadhi–2, witnessed remarkable participation from local residents.Story

Sunsari

The free integrated mobile service camp held at Bhamari, Gadhi–2, witnessed remarkable participation from local residents.

NGO

The free integrated mobile service camp held at Bhamari, Gadhi–2, witnessed remarkable participation from local residents.

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Photos & videos from the field

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The Forum for Rural Women Ardency Development (FORWARD), in collaboration with the China Foundation and New Light Foundation, distributed school bags, stationery, colouring materials, and hygiene kits to students. We believe this small contribution will encourage students to become more enthusiastic about their studies while also supporting their daily needs.25 photos

The Forum for Rural Women Ardency Development (FORWARD), in collaboration with the China Foundation and New Light Foundation, distributed school bags, stationery, colouring materials, and hygiene kits to students. We believe this small contribution will encourage students to become more enthusiastic about their studies while also supporting their daily needs.

BARAHA MORINGA10 photos

BARAHA MORINGA

Tzu Chi in collaboration with the Forum For Rural Women Ardency Development(FORWARD), built Great Love Houses. After a year of construction, houses for a hundred families.

An educational materials handover program was successfully conducted at Shree Pashupati Basic School, Duhabi-1, Sunsari, organized by the Rural Women Ardency Development Forum (FORWARD) with financial support from Hope for Children.

An educational materials handover program was successfully conducted at Shree Pashupati Basic School, Duhabi-1, Sunsari, organized by the Rural Women Ardency Development Forum (FORWARD) with financial support from Hope for Children.

An introductory program for the Child Marriage-Free Campaign was organized in Gadhi-2, Gadhi Rural Municipality. On the occasion, Rural Municipality Chairperson Mr. Ash Narayan Chaudhary led the participants in taking a pledge against child marriage.4 photos

An introductory program for the Child Marriage-Free Campaign was organized in Gadhi-2, Gadhi Rural Municipality. On the occasion, Rural Municipality Chairperson Mr. Ash Narayan Chaudhary led the participants in taking a pledge against child marriage.

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