Who We Are
Initiatives of Media Women (IMW) is a collective of passionate and professional women working in Nepal’s media landscape. Established in 2011, IMW is a non-profit organization committed to promoting gender equity, media advocacy, and social justice through media engagement, research, training, and information dissemination. IMW brings together women professionals from the fields of print, broadcast, digital, public relations, and advertising.
Our Vision
We envision a society where gender equality is not just a principle but a lived reality. IMW aims to be a catalyst for change by giving visibility to the voices of women and marginalized communities through powerful media storytelling and public discourse. We strive to create informed communities by documenting best practices, promoting informed dialogue, and dismantling discriminatory norms and systems.
Our Mission
IMW’s mission is to use the power of media to advocate for gender justice, human rights, and sustainable development. By empowering women media professionals and amplifying their voices, IMW serves as a platform for influencing policies, raising awareness, and promoting inclusive representation. We pursue our mission through media training, impactful research, documentaries, public events, and partnerships with national and international stakeholders.
What We Do
- Promote Gender Equity by integrating women’s voices in mainstream and community media.
- Raise Awareness on gender-based issues through digital storytelling, short films, and advocacy campaigns.
- Conduct Research to influence gender-responsive policies and programs.
- Enhance Capacity of women journalists through skills development and leadership initiatives.
- Foster Regional Collaboration to create strong networks of media women across South Asia.
- Address Socio-Political Issues by initiating dialogue with policymakers, stakeholders, and the public.
Milestones & Initiatives
- Regional Dialogues with women journalists in India and Bangladesh to build South Asian solidarity.
- Research Leadership in producing the Regional Baseline Study on Women in Media in South Asia, supported by UNESCO & SWAN.
- Community Empowerment Projects in Far Western Nepal addressing teenage girl dropouts.
- Advocacy Events on issues like violence against women (VAW), respectful maternity care (RMC), and gender-friendly budgeting.
- Capacity Building through partnerships with media houses, universities, and international institutions such as the UN and IIMC.
Meet Our Core Members
- Laxmi Bhandari – Assistant Sr. Sub Editor at Kantipur Media Group, educator, UN participant, and advocate for women’s rights through media.
- Kabita Adhikari – Editor-in-Chief of Suchanapress.com, with over a decade of experience in political reporting and television journalism.
- Sikshhya Bhattarai – Senior News Editor at Nepal Television, seasoned journalist and development communicator with a deep focus on women’s issues.
(More profiles available upon request)
Contact Us
Address: Anamnagar, Kathmandu, Nepal
Email: i.m.winnovation@gmail.com
Phone: +977-9841567444
At IMW, we believe media can be a tool for transformation. Join us in our mission to create a more informed, inclusive, and equitable society.