Despite being born in Kathmandu, Rabina Maharjan's struggle was no less than that of the women in remote areas. Her family's descent into extreme poverty began with her father's battle with addiction.

Rabina Budha, 29, hails from Jumla Headquarters Chandannath Municipality-5, Kalekholi, where she runs 'Sandesh and Janesh Pauroti Udyog,' a business that specializes in producing breadcrumbs and chowmein.

"The Burger House" located in Dhumbarahi, Kathmandu isn't just about tasty burgers; it's a success story of one woman's entrepreneurship. Bimala Lama, 34, returned from South Korea in 2011 from foreign employment, and today, she provides direct employment to over 22 individuals.

Sushma Neupane, aged 31, is a dedicated advocate for land rights in Kalika Rural Municipality, Rasuwa. Despite the longstanding struggles faced by her ancestors to secure land ownership, Neupane realized the loss of ownership despite their efforts. Determined to address this injustice, she led a movement to secure land rights for real farmers in the district.

Today marks International Women’s Day, a day that draws global attention to the ongoing struggle for gender equality. One of the greatest obstacles toward equality is the crisis of violence against women and girls -- the most widespread human rights violation of our time.

Ranjana Kami, a 23-year-old activist against discrimination, hails from Sunwal, Nawalparasi. She has garnered significant popularity on social media platforms like TikTok and Facebook over the past three years. Through her accounts, Kami has been vocal about various issues concerning caste and gender discrimination, using these platforms as a means to advocate equality.

At 30 years old, Presa Shrestha, a management professional from Kathmandu, Nepal, boasts a bachelor's degree in information management and over nine years of diverse experience spanning IT, media, advertising, e-commerce, and digital marketing. Her journey is fueled by curiosity and a profound passion for business.

Sulochana Moktan, 30, serves as the Manager of Lekali Women's Savings and Credit Cooperative in Raksirang Rural Municipality-5, Chainpur (Makwanpur). In the disadvantaged rural municipality of Raksirang, she has taken on the role of leading the Lekali Women's Savings and Credit Cooperative since its inception in 2066, aiming to uplift her community.

Sita Subedi, 19, from Chitwan, Meghauli, presents resilience and passion in the face of adversity. Losing her leg to cancer at an early age of twelve could have easily unsettled her dreams, but Subedi’s determination and love for dance moved her forward on an extraordinary journey.

Angel Lama, a transgender woman, has served as an advocacy officer at the Blue Diamond Society for four years, focusing on providing sexuality and reproductive education to queer youth locally, nationally, and internationally. Lama is also a co-founder of the 'Eco Warriors' community, a youth queer group dedicated to advocating climate change awareness from the perspective of queer and sexual and gender minority communities.

Prakriti Bhattarai Basnet, who motivates Nepali women seeking to break barriers and claim their rightful place in political leadership, is the co-founder and chairperson of Political Literacy for Women (PLW). Basnet has dedicated herself to empowering Nepali women by increasing their political literacy.

Raised in Lalitpur's Lamatar, 30-year-old Aastha Sharma has become a notable figure in the IT industry. Five years ago, after completing her degree in Communication and Electronics Engineering, she founded an IT company named 'Code Rush'. This company has introduced a novel approach to the industry by transforming recent graduates into skilled professionals.

Sagarika Bhatta started her journey as a climate activist 11 years ago. During this period, she has been actively involved in the youth campaign to address the effects of climate change in Nepal and on a global scale.

Preeti Khatri, 33, a native of Patan, Lalitpur, is a trailblazer in adventure tourism, particularly through her role as the director of Nepal Trail Series. Beyond this title, she is celebrated among Nepali and international runners for her successful organization of trail races, earning her the reputation as an adventure zone promoter.

At 26 years of age, Manisa Gole is making waves in the world of dance with her mastery of Kathak, a classical dance form known for its complexity and elegance. Born in Konjyosom Rural Municipality, Lalitpur, Gole's passion for dance blossomed at a young age.

Jane Dipika Garrett, 23, a beauty queen, is celebrated not only for her beauty but also for her advocacy for body positivity. Raised in Kathmandu, Nepal, Garrett’s unique heritage, with an American father and a Nepali mother, has shaped her worldview.

At just 22 years of age, Nima Chhoden Rokaya, who hails from Dolpa, is making waves in Kathmandu with her dedication to serving organic food to the city's residents. Currently in her third year of undergraduate program, Rokaya has been passionately promoting Dolpa's organic produce in Kathmandu for the past year.

Miruna Magar, a 30-year-old actress, embodies the belief that no path is too difficult for the determined. With her captivating performances, she won over audiences in a short period of time, marking her as a notable success in the film industry.

Nepal started observing International Women’s Day 34 years ago, commemorating a significant occasion that underscores the united commitment to human rights and the ongoing pursuit of gender parity. The theme for Women's Day this year (March 8) is "Invest in women: Accelerate progress," complemented by the campaign theme, "Inspire Inclusion”. In celebration of the 34th International Women’s Day in Nepal, Republica has curated a collection of 34 inspiring stories showcasing unwavering courage, resilience, and empowerment of women below the age of 34. These stories are not merely personal; they wield a profound impact, shaping the lives of those who share them. They unfold as tales of courage, resilience, and empowerment.

KATHMANDU, March 7 the Embassy of India in Kathmandu, in collaboration with Maiti Nepal, commemorated International Women’s Day on the Maiti Nepal premises, on Wednesday. The event, held under the themes of “Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress” and “Inspire Inclusion,” aimed to honor and acknowledge the remarkable contributions of women.

KATHMANDU, March 8: Minister for Urban Development, Ram Kumari Jhakri has stressed the need for reforming the law in order to end violence against women (VAW).

MEXICO CITY, March 8: From Buenos Aires to Mexico City, women across Latin America’s biggest cities readied to take to the streets for International Women’s Day on Sunday, spurred by a growing outcry over inequality, femicide and strict abortion controls.

A woman is told to come home before dark, and definitely before her husband is home. They are often told to speak softly, and to put family obligations before work at all cost. It has never been easy to break out of those gender norms but women have never stopped trying. Today (March 8) is International Women’s Day and we take this opportunity to celebrate women’s unrelenting spirit. This special issue of The Week brings you some of the most inspiring stories of women around us.

Today is International Women’s Day and as working women all over the country kick back and relax (hopefully), it’s time to re-visit the recurring theme for today. In the case of Nepal, it is the same every year – a commemoration of our journey to this point in time or, in other words, a reminder of just how far we have come in terms of women’s rights and empowerment.

KATHMANDU, March 3: Jasmine Fitness and Idea Shop is all set to organize the fourth Interclub Women’s Squat Tournament from Thursday.  The two-day tournament is being organized on the occasion of International Women’s Day.