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Voices of Change: Building Futures through Creativity, Identity, and Action in Nepal

Voices of Change aims to empower marginalized youth of Nepal to become active contributors in Nepal’s growing creative economy while strengthening Cultural and Creative Industry (CCI). 

: Youth artists participating in Paint the Revolution Campaign at Lalitpur
© European Union, 2026

Context and Real Problem: Nepal’s CCI is an under-recognized sector which has a great potential for economic growth. Youth, specifically marginalized youth (women, Dalit communities and gender and sexual minorities) face barriers to participation and visibility in this industry. They have limited access to skills, resources and platforms because of social norms and structural inequalities.

Expectations and Solution: The project envisions a future where marginalized youths are equipped with technical skills, have access to platforms where they are recognized as creators, innovators and leaders in Nepal’s CCI. It will provide targeted creative skills training, incubation support, establish inclusive creative hubs, and advocate to strengthen the recognition of CCI as a formal sector in Nepal.