Social Protection Civil Society Network - SPCSN

On 6 February 2026, under the Empowered Women, Prosperous Nepal (EWPN) programme, implemented by the Social Protection Civil Society Network (SPCSN) in collaboration with CWISH and with the support of the European Union and UNICEF, a consultation meeting with Organizations of Persons with Disabilities (OPDs) was conducted to discuss indicators related to disability identification and the disability ID card distribution system.

The meeting served as an important platform for in-depth discussion on the simplified indicators of the Disability Measurement and Identification System (DMIS). Participants engaged in detailed technical dialogue and provided constructive feedback to further refine and contextualize the indicators.

The consultation brought together OPD representatives and key stakeholders to help ensure that the indicators are practical, inclusive, and aligned with policy provisions as well as lived experiences. The outcomes of the discussion will contribute to improving transparency, accuracy, and equity in disability identity card distribution and will support the integration of DMIS into the Social Information Management System (SIMS) for sustainable and accountable disability data management in Nepal.

प्रतिनिधि सभा सदस्य निर्वाचन २०८२ को पूर्वसन्ध्यामा राजनीतिक दलको घोषणापत्रमा समेटिनुपर्ने सामाजिक सुरक्षाका सवाल र विषयलाई लिएर सामाजिक सुरक्षा नागरिक समाज सन्जालले नेपाली काङ्रेस पार्टीको कार्यालयमा ध्यानाकर्षण सहित सुझाव पत्र बुझाइएको छ ! पत्र बुझ्दै उपसभापती श्री पुष्पा भुसालले दिगो सामाजिक सुरक्षा प्रणाली निर्माणमा पार्टी सकारात्मक रहेको र महत्वपुर्ण सुझाव लाइ घोषणापत्रमा समेट्ने प्रतिबद्दता समेत जनाउनु भएको छ !

🎉 Happy New Year 2026! 🎉

On behalf of Social Protection Civil Society Network (SPCSN) family, we extend our warmest wishes to you, your families, and your organizations as we step into the New Year. May 2026 bring good health, prosperity, and continued success in all your endeavors.

As we reflect on the challenges and progress of the past year, we are deeply grateful for your invaluable partnership, collaboration, and support. Together, we have made meaningful strides, and we are excited about the opportunities ahead to address critical challenges and promote accessible and inclusive social protection for all.

In the year ahead, we look forward to further strengthening our collaboration with development partners, civil society organizations, trade unions, and other stakeholders. Together, we can continue advancing social protection systems that ensure justice, security, and dignity for everyone.

✨ Wishing you a prosperous, peaceful, and impactful New Year 2026.
We look forward to staying connected and continuing our shared journey toward progress.

The Multi-Stakeholder Dialogue on Addressing Issues and Policy Gaps in Social Security Cash Transfers was held on 26 December 2025 in Kathmandu. The event, organized by SPCSN with financial support from the Pratibaddha Project (Save the Children), marked an important milestone by creating a shared platform for bankers, local government representatives, and officials from NDRRMA and DONIDCR to raise practical challenges and coordination gaps in cash transfer delivery.
Mrs. Goma Devi Chemjong, Under Secretary at NDRRMA, highlighted key provisions of the Shock Responsive Social Protection and Relief Distribution Guidelines, including the use of existing social protection systems for rapid response, coordination across government levels, and flexible cash transfer mechanisms during shocks. Gobinda Prasad Adhikari and Juna Khadka from DONIDCR shared insights on the current data management system and its linkage with shock-responsive social protection. Representatives from banks discussed practical challenges in delivering Social Security Allowance (SSA) payments, including operational limitations and constraints in topping up cash through existing beneficiary accounts during disasters. Reflecting beneficiary perspectives, CSOs strongly raised concerns about accessibility barriers for vulnerable people and emphasized the need for simpler and more accessible cash distribution modalities.
The discussion underscored the importance of stronger collaboration among government agencies, banks, and civil society to enhance shock-responsive social protection in Nepal.
SPCSN extends heartfelt thanks to all 35 participants, including 24 male and 11 female representatives.