Nepalese Humanists Promote Peace Through Intergenerational Education

• The 4th World March for Peace and Non-violence in Nepal featured regional activities focused on nonviolence education and commemorations for victims of Votekoshi floods and landslides.
• Activist Tulsi Maya Sigdel proposes transitioning from traditional marches to a targeted youth-led educational model to sustain the movement.
• A new initiative, "The Human Connection Talk Show," aims to bridge generational gaps by facilitating dialogue between teenagers and experienced social activists.

4th World March Activities in Nepal

• September 22: Discussion program on peace and nonviolence at Budhanilkantha, Kathmandu.
• September 28: Candlelight vigil at Patan Durbar Square honoring flood and landslide victims in the Votekoshi region.
• October 2: Educational sessions and peace symbol creation at A.B.M School and Santalum Academy in Banepa, followed by a community vigil.
• October 4: Candlelight memorial event held at the Bouddhanath Stupa, Kathmandu.

Proposed Youth Educational Strategy

• Focus: Engaging teenagers (13-19 years old) through technology-driven learning.
• Objective: Encouraging students to analyze societal violence and develop internal unity for peaceful living.
• Implementation: A structured school-based talk show program for students in grades 8-10 involving mental health awareness, interactive Q&A, and professional mentorship.
• Goals: Promoting empathy and social responsibility while creating a platform for annual national meetings between youth participants and international humanists.