About Us

Women Forum for Women in Nepal (WOFOWON) is the first non-governmental Organization initiated at 2002 AD and registered in the Kathmandu District Administration Office on 19th March 2008 AD. Since, its establishment, WOFOWON has been actively engaged in promoting the identity, respect and recognition of workers in the entertainment and hospitality sectors i.e. Dance Bar, Dohori (a form of duet communication through songs performed by groups of women and men), Khajaghar (small local snack restaurants), Cabin restaurants, massage and spas centers. WOFOWON also committed to ensure safe dignified and violence-free workplaces through various activities and campaigns, grounded in feminist perspectives and democratic principles against patriarchy and harmful traditional practices. WOFOWON initiatives address entertainment and hospitality sector's pressing Women's human rights violations, recognizing every individual's inherent right to work in an…

Message from Executive Director

It is with great pride and responsibility that I address you as the President of Women Forum for Women in Nepal (WOFOWON). Since our establishment in 2008, WOFOWON has stood as a steadfast advocate for the rights, safety, and dignity of women working in the entertainment and hospitality sectors, including dance bars, dohori, cabin restaurants, and spas. Our mission is clear: to ensure that women workers in these industries are respected, protected, and empowered. Through our campaigns, initiatives, and constant…

Ms. Gomawati Pun (Srijana) Executive Director

What We Do

COVID- 19 Emergency Support

Nepal could not remain untainted by Covid 19 which widespread all over the world. All sectors of trade and business have come to a standstill since the Government of Nepal imposed a nationwide lockdown on April 26, 2010.

Psychological Counseling and Activities

Psychosocial support has been provided to 90 working women and adolescents working in this field. Psychological counseling services have been provided to 90 people. Similarly, group psychotherapy has been provided to 63 people.

Drop in Center

Women’s Forum for Women Nepal is operating a Drop-in Center in Gongabu, the place where the office is located, keeping in mind the needs of working women and adolescents and those working in the field of entertainment.

Network Expansion, and Consolidation

The organization has formed various groups of singers, dancers, waiters and men working in the field of entertainment. There are 8 groups and are 80 members in this group.