Publications
The Foundation is in the process of publishing various Books, Policy Papers and Briefing Papers and is planning to publish Journals on Social Inclusion etc. in the near future. All the publications are based on research work conducted by the Foundation and work done by the Foundation. At times, the Foundation has also undertaken book translation work, whereby the text has been of significance to the Dalit movement and social inclusion.
Books
"Sambindhanma Dalit: Sabhasad Sambad" in Nepali language
"The Land of Our Own: Conversation with Dalit Members of Constituent Assembly" in English.
About the Book
The formation of the new Constitution of Nepal is a landmark of a new beginning for Nepal and its people. Alongside the new inclusive democracy of Nepal, it is vital for the Constituent Assembly (CA) members to make certain that there is an overall representation of the Nepali people, particularly that of the formally marginalized and excluded groups who were deprived of a voice in the political arena. Thus, it is of great importance to encourage a dialogue with the Dalit community, a historically unrepresented voice in the political arena.
The first of its kind, Dalits in the Constitution compiles interviews of the eighteen members from different political backgrounds in the Constituent Assembly from the Dalit community and engages in a broader dialogue about Dalit issues in the writing of the Constitution. The dialogue encompasses the vision of a new nation through the eyes of Dalits and addresses issues of anti-discrimination, secularism, universal right to land, education, health, employment and representation on every level and sector of society. As mainstream political leaders have delivered only empty promises in addressing Dalit discrimination, the participation of the Dalits themselves in politics allows for issues to be raised, confronted, and addressed by their own voice and on their own terms. The book will:
Himal Khabar patrika
http://www.himalkhabar.com/hkp/news.php?id=2531
http://www.himalkhabar.com/hkp/news.php?id=2596
kantipur Daily- PDF (need to add)
Nagarki Daily -PDF (need to add)
Nepal Dalit info PDF (need to add)
Briefing Papers
Policy Papers - Nepali : Download
Books
"Sambindhanma Dalit: Sabhasad Sambad" in Nepali language
"The Land of Our Own: Conversation with Dalit Members of Constituent Assembly" in English.
About the Book
The formation of the new Constitution of Nepal is a landmark of a new beginning for Nepal and its people. Alongside the new inclusive democracy of Nepal, it is vital for the Constituent Assembly (CA) members to make certain that there is an overall representation of the Nepali people, particularly that of the formally marginalized and excluded groups who were deprived of a voice in the political arena. Thus, it is of great importance to encourage a dialogue with the Dalit community, a historically unrepresented voice in the political arena.
The first of its kind, Dalits in the Constitution compiles interviews of the eighteen members from different political backgrounds in the Constituent Assembly from the Dalit community and engages in a broader dialogue about Dalit issues in the writing of the Constitution. The dialogue encompasses the vision of a new nation through the eyes of Dalits and addresses issues of anti-discrimination, secularism, universal right to land, education, health, employment and representation on every level and sector of society. As mainstream political leaders have delivered only empty promises in addressing Dalit discrimination, the participation of the Dalits themselves in politics allows for issues to be raised, confronted, and addressed by their own voice and on their own terms. The book will:
- Give a detailed idea about the situation of Dalits, where they stand politically, and what their expectation are from the new Constitution and CA members.
- Inform other non-Dalit CA members of the ideas and viewpoints of their fellow colleagues to facilitate an open dialogue in government functioning.
- Encourage Dalit participation in governmental policy-making.
- Consult CA members in formulating new policies or laws, and ways in which to effectively implement them.
Himal Khabar patrika
http://www.himalkhabar.com/hkp/news.php?id=2531
http://www.himalkhabar.com/hkp/news.php?id=2596
kantipur Daily- PDF (need to add)
Nagarki Daily -PDF (need to add)
Nepal Dalit info PDF (need to add)
Briefing Papers
- A briefing paper which acts as a critical review of the constitutional making process and draft reports of the thematic committee on constitution of Nepal (In progress)
Policy Papers - Nepali : Download
Policy Papers - English : Download
Journal
(In progress)