Global Compact Nepal holds proposal writing workshop in Lalitpur

KATHMANDU: Global Compact Nepal (GCN), in partnership with Glocal, held a two-day proposal writing workshop at Embark College in Lalitpur on May 14 and 15. The event aimed to build the proposal development skills of young and early-career professionals in the social sector.

The workshop brought together practitioners, development professionals and students for practical training aimed at improving the quality and competitiveness of project proposals. Organisers said the sessions targeted common weaknesses that prevent promising ideas from securing funding, including unclear problem statements, vague objectives and poor alignment with donor requirements.

Experienced development professionals led the sessions. Khadananda Paudel, Senior Manager at Bird Conservation Nepal, facilitated the first day, guiding participants through fundamentals such as identifying suitable grants and understanding donor expectations. The programme included interactive exercises that allowed attendees to apply concepts to real-world scenarios.

On the second day, Rajman Shrestha, Programme Development Lead at SAPPROS Nepal, focused on advanced topics including budgeting and financial planning. His sessions used hands-on activities and practical techniques to deepen participants’ understanding of proposal components and financial justification.

The workshop opened with remarks from GCN Executive Director Krishna Bikram Shah, who highlighted the importance of capacity-building opportunities for emerging professionals in the social sector. The event concluded with certificates presented to all participants and closing remarks by Rajshree Karki of GCN, who encouraged continued learning and professional development.

Glocal, one of the organisers, works on youth empowerment, education, entrepreneurship and social innovation, while GCN serves as the local network of the United Nations Global Compact, promoting corporate sustainability and socially responsible practices.