Kathmandu: The Nepal Bar Association, in partnership with UNDP’s Access to Justice (A2J) Project and supported by the Norwegian Embassy, marked 12 years of the National Bar Association Internship/Externship Programme at an event held on December 4. The initiative has so far empowered 344 young legal professionals across Nepal.
Speaking at the program, UNDP Resident Representative Kyoko Yokosuka highlighted the role of young lawyers as “social engineers” advancing democratic values, accountability, and people-centered justice.
Norwegian Ambassador Dagny Mjøs praised Nepal’s progress in strengthening access to justice, rule of law, and human rights through the A2J Project. She said Norway remained committed to supporting efforts that expand justice services, particularly for women and marginalized groups.
UNDP reiterated its continued partnership with the Government of Nepal, the Nepal Bar Association, and development partners to strengthen justice institutions, promote gender equality in the legal profession, and empower the next generation of justice leaders.
The program emphasized that a stronger and more inclusive justice system is possible when people remain at its center.
