About RUWON Nepal
Rural Women’s Network Nepal (RUWON Nepal) is a women-led, non-profit, non-political, and non-religious organization dedicated to improving the lives of girls and women in Nepal since 2007. The organization works to promote education, empowerment, leadership, and sustainable development opportunities for women and girls, particularly those from rural, marginalized, and disadvantaged communities.
RUWON Nepal is committed to advancing human rights, with a special focus on women’s rights and gender equality. The organization addresses critical social issues affecting women and girls, including poverty, limited access to education, gender-based discrimination, health challenges, social exclusion, and violations of child and women’s rights.
Over the years, RUWON Nepal has implemented a wide range of programs and projects across the country, supporting women and girls from both rural communities and urban areas, including Kathmandu. Through education, skills development, leadership training, advocacy, networking, and community engagement, the organization empowers women and girls to become confident, self-reliant, and active contributors to society.
RUWON Nepal works closely with local, national, and international partners to achieve shared goals and promote sustainable development through social inclusion, gender equality, human rights advocacy, and community empowerment.
International Recognition
RUWON Nepal holds Special Consultative Status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC). This prestigious status is granted to non-governmental organizations that demonstrate significant contributions to economic and social development. It enables RUWON Nepal to engage with the United Nations system, participate in international forums, contribute to policy discussions, and advocate globally for the rights and empowerment of women and girls.
Through its dedication to education, empowerment, leadership development, and advocacy, RUWON Nepal continues to create opportunities for women and girls to lead dignified, independent, and successful lives.
Legal Status and Registration
RUWON Nepal is legally registered and recognized by the relevant government authorities in Nepal:
District Administration Office (DAO), Sindhuli
Registration No.: 452/2063
Permanent Account Number (PAN)
PAN No.: 302554779
Social Welfare Council (SWC), Nepal
Affiliation No.: 25700
Banking Information
Account Holder: Rural Women’s Network Nepal
Bank: Prabhu Bank
Branch: Kapan Branch, Kathmandu
Account Number: 1070152588400012
SWIFT/BIC Code: PRVUNPKA
Bank Address: Budhanilakantha Municipality–10, Kapan, Kathmandu, Nepal