Building a Resilient Churia Region in Nepal

BRCRN Building a Resilient Churia Region in Nepal (चुरे उत्थानशील आयोजना)

[FAO in Nepal @FAONepal]

On #WorldEnvironmentDay2026, the message is clear: nature is central to the solution. In this OpEd, FAOR for 🇧🇹 and🇳🇵 @kenshimizu_fao calls for placing nature at the heart of inclusive, community-led development. https://t.co/YwqeUv49LS

[FAO in Nepal @FAONepal]

Marking #WorldEnvironmentDay 2026, join our webinar on “Shaping the Future of Chure: Advancing Chure Conservation for Climate and Communities.”

📅 4 June | 🕒 14:20–16:10 NPT

Register (or scan QR) to join: https://t.co/9wT93nRMxF

[FAO Director-General QU Dongyu @FAODG]

Biodiversity is the foundation of food & agriculture, sustaining soils, water, pollinators & ecosystems we all depend on. @FAO will keep supporting Members with better data, stronger policies & innovative solutions #ForNature to build resilient agrifood systems. #BiodiversityDay

[Building a Resilient Churia Region in Nepal @BRCRN2020]

This is what transforming global goals into local impact looks like!
#BiodiversityDay #BRCRN #GCF

[FAO in Nepal @FAONepal]

On #IntlBiodiversityDay, see how Nepal’s BRCRN turns global ambition into local action across 26 river systems thru forest & farm restoration, wildlife revival via 100+ conservation ponds, climate action with biochar & NbS. @theGCF @FAOclimate @BRCRN2020 @FAOForestry 👇Watch here

[Building a Resilient Churia Region in Nepal @BRCRN2020]

When we think of protecting our planet’s biodiversity, we must look to the frontlines of our fields.

As we mark #BiodiversityDay, let’s remember that safeguarding our planet's future requires empowering the women who feed it and protect it every single day.
#IYWF2026

@theGCF

[FAO in Nepal @FAONepal]

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Bee together for people and the planet.
A partnership that sustains us all.

3 Reasons why we need to protect Bees.

#WorldBeeDay2026

[Building a Resilient Churia Region in Nepal @BRCRN2020]

The final day of our exposure visit highlighted the tangible impacts of @theGCF funded #BRCRN Project at Laxmi Khola, Ratu River system.

By investing in nature-based solutions, the project has turned environmental vulnerability into community resilience and economic stability.

[Building a Resilient Churia Region in Nepal @BRCRN2020]

Exposure Visit Day 3 Highlights: #MadheshProvince

From community-led forest revitalization and groundwater recharge to gender-inclusive climate action and riverbank restoration, these interventions are vital for #LandscapeRestoration and #LocalGovernance.

@theGCF

[Building a Resilient Churia Region in Nepal @BRCRN2020]

Day 2 of the Exposure Visit highlighted the impact of nature-based solutions.
From riverbank protection and bamboo nurseries to floodplain restoration and multi-purpose conservation ponds, these interventions essential for #climateresilience and #sustainablelivelihoods.

@theGCF

[Building a Resilient Churia Region in Nepal @BRCRN2020]

Climate resilience is built through collaboration, learning & local action.

#BRCRN #Climate @theGCF

[FAO in Nepal @FAONepal]

Day 1 of the BRCRN Exposure Visit is underway across Sindhuli, Koshi & Madhesh, bringing together governments, stakeholders & communities to explore climate resilience solutions from bioengineering to ecosystem restoration.

Working together for a climate-smart future.

[Building a Resilient Churia Region in Nepal @BRCRN2020]

BRCRN has launched an Environmental & Social Safeguard (ESS) study across 22 community forests in Madhesh Province.
By assessing the impacts of our plantation activities, we’re ensuring our green initiatives are sustainable, compliant, and community-led. @theGCF #BRCRN

[Building a Resilient Churia Region in Nepal @BRCRN2020]

BRCRN, PPMU Madhesh, is conducting a 15-day School Conservation Education Campaign across Sarlahi, Mahottari, Saptari, and Siraha.
The program engages students in grades 8–10 on sustainable natural resource management to enhance climate resilience. #GCF #BRCRN

[Building a Resilient Churia Region in Nepal @BRCRN2020]

To expedite upcoming plantations, #BRCRN met with provincial leaders and DFOs to align on social safeguards and FPIC.

With new standardized templates in hand, teams committed to finishing pre-plantation processes by mid-next month to beat the monsoon.
#GCF #BRCRN #FAONepal

[Building a Resilient Churia Region in Nepal @BRCRN2020]

How does climate finance drive tangible results? Look at the #BRCRN project in Nepal.
FAOR for 🇧🇹 and 🇳🇵Mr Ken Shimizu & senior officials from PMU observed how @theGCF funded interventions like conservation ponds are strengthening communities and restoring vital ecosystems.

[Building a Resilient Churia Region in Nepal @BRCRN2020]

MoFE has launched the GEDSI Strategy 2082–2091, inaugurated by Hon. Minister Madhav Prasad Chaulagain & chaired by Secretary Dr. Govinda Prasad Sharma.

BRCRN is proud to align our actions with this roadmap for an equitable future.

[Building a Resilient Churia Region in Nepal @BRCRN2020]

In Udayapur, Rubina Thapa is facilitating a green revolution! Rubina’s journey from a local practitioner to a confident facilitator across the region is an inspiration to us all.

Join us in celebrating the women who are protecting the Churia region. @theGCF @FAONepal

[Building a Resilient Churia Region in Nepal @BRCRN2020]

Women in our community are actively involved in restoring forests and protecting our environment.

On #IWD, we highlight Pramila Muktan, a BRCRN beneficiary and one of many women turning local action into lasting change. #IWD2026 @FAONepal @theGCF

[Building a Resilient Churia Region in Nepal @BRCRN2020]

39 participants, including 10 women, took part in the workshop.
✔️ Enhanced understanding of climate change, extreme events, and climate-resilient forest operations
✔️ Strong emphasis on ensuring all members understand FMOP and its action plans
✔️ Capacity strengthened of 3 LRPs

[Building a Resilient Churia Region in Nepal @BRCRN2020]

Chemical fertilizers and pesticides are degrading the soil in Chure region. Farmers in BRCRN's Field Schools are learning to use organic fertilizers instead, and are happy with the results. Sumitra Dahal of Gadagalli NRMFS, Jhapa.
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[Building a Resilient Churia Region in Nepal @BRCRN2020]

BRCRN's Assisted Natural Regeneration program is helping revise degraded forests, which are vital to Nepal's ecosystems and livelihoods. Santosh Magar, the president of Naxal CF in Morang, recounts the benefits.
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