13/04/2026
Today on 30th Chaitra 2082 (13 April 2026), a virtual meeting under the Erasmus+ Project (Project No. 101179725) MAinstreaming GENDer Equality in Academia (MAGENDA) titled “Advancing Gender Equality in Higher Education Institutions (HEIs)” was successfully held at the Central Office, Shuklaphanta Hall of Far Western University. Representatives from partner institutions, including Pokhara University and Bangladesh University, participated virtually in the program. During the session conducted by Dr. Deepak Chand Bhatt, Prof. Dr. Neeti Aryal Khanal delivered her presentation virtually, while Gender Expert Ms. Menuka Basnet presented in person. The program was graced by the registrar of the University as a Chief Guest Prof. Dr. Binod Lekhak, and chaired by the co-ordinator of this project Dr. Gambhir Bahadur Chand. The event witnessed active participation from university officials, faculty members, administrative staff, Student Ambassadors, and students, with a total of approximately 60 attendees. The program expects to contribute significantly to promote gender equality and fostering an inclusive academic environment within higher education institutions.
