Saraswoti Nepali receives U.S. ‘GARC’ award
Chairperson Nepali has won several cases against caste-based discrimination in the pursuit of justice.
KATHMANDU: Saraswoti Nepali who has been pitching for the rights of the marginalized communities in Nepal has received the United States Department of State’s ‘Global Anti-Racism Champions Award (GARC)’ for this year.
The Kathmandu-based U.S. Embassy informed that the award has been conferred on Nepali as a chairperson of Dalit Samaj Bikas Munch in recognition of her two-decade-plus advocacy for the human rights of excluded groups, poor and people with disability in Nepal.
It may be noted that numerous Dalit families of rural western districts of Nepal have obtained legal rights over land ownership as a result of her efforts.
Chairperson Nepali has won several cases against caste-based discrimination in the pursuit of justice.
Her contribution to the campaign of dignity and equality is the epitome of courage and dedication.
Congratulations to Sarswati Nepali on receiving the prestigious Secretary’s Award for Global Anti-Racism Champions! Sarswati’s tireless advocacy sets a remarkable example for us all, and this is a well-deserved recognition of her unwavering commitment to advancing the human… pic.twitter.com/l53BxqgdZl
— U.S. Ambassador Dean R. Thompson (@USAmbNepal) August 9, 2023
