Expression of Interest (EOI)

Federation of Sexual and Gender Minorities Nepal

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Expression of Interest (EOI)

Media Fellowship on investigative news, feature stories highlighting LGBTIQ+ rights and challenges

Published Date: 20 September 2026

The Federation of Sexual and Gender Minorities Nepal (FSGMN), with support from the European Union (EU) and DanChurchAid (DCA) Nepal, is implementing the PRIDE Project in partnership with Blue Diamond Society (BDS) and Nepal Voters' Rights Forum (NVRF). The project aims to strengthen the voice, participation, and representation of LGBTIQ+ communities in Nepal's political processes and decision-making structures at the provincial and federal levels.

To support this goal, FSGMN invites applications from interested journalists for the Media Fellowship Programme.

Purpose of the Fellowship

LGBTIQ+ communities in Nepal continue to face stigma, discrimination, and underrepresentation in mainstream media. This fellowship supports journalists to produce high-quality investigative and feature stories ,  article that promote human rights, inclusion, and political participation.

Through ethical and evidence-based reporting, fellows will highlight the experiences, challenges, and contributions of LGBTIQ+ individuals, amplify marginalized voices, and foster informed public dialogue on equality and inclusion.

Priority reporting areas include:

  • Social stigma, discrimination, and hate speech affecting LGBTIQ+ communities.
  • Political participation, representation, and electoral rights of gender and sexual minorities.
  • Inclusion of LGBTIQ+ people in political parties and public institutions.
  • Policy and legal issues impacting LGBTIQ+ rights.
  • Stories of young LGBTIQ+ individuals engaged in civic and political life.
  • Success stories and initiatives that promote equality, inclusion, and human rights.

Fellowship Expectation: selected fellows will be expected to,

  • Produce investigative news reports and/or feature stories highlighting LGBTIQ+ rights and challenges.
  • Demonstrate commitment to ethical and professional journalism.
  • Participate in fellowship orientation and mentorship activities.
  • Publish or broadcast at least one high-quality story every quarter during the fellowship period.

Number of Fellows

A total of five (5) journalists will be selected for the fellowship from Bagmati, Madhes Lumbini and Sudurpaschim Provinces.

Duration of Fellowship

The fellowship will run for 2 years. And it is expected to publish at least one article quarterly 

Detailed ToR: Please find the details ToR in this link as below, 

Expression of Interest (EOI)

Media Fellowship on investigative news, feature stories highlighting LGBTIQ+ rights and challenges

Published Date: 20 September 2026

The Federation of Sexual and Gender Minorities Nepal (FSGMN), with support from the European Union (EU) and DanChurchAid (DCA) Nepal, is implementing the PRIDE Project in partnership with Blue Diamond Society (BDS) and Nepal Voters' Rights Forum (NVRF). The project aims to strengthen the voice, participation, and representation of LGBTIQ+ communities in Nepal's political processes and decision-making structures at the provincial and federal levels.

To support this goal, FSGMN invites applications from interested journalists for the Media Fellowship Programme.

Purpose of the Fellowship

LGBTIQ+ communities in Nepal continue to face stigma, discrimination, and underrepresentation in mainstream media. This fellowship supports journalists to produce high-quality investigative and feature stories ,  article that promote human rights, inclusion, and political participation.

Through ethical and evidence-based reporting, fellows will highlight the experiences, challenges, and contributions of LGBTIQ+ individuals, amplify marginalized voices, and foster informed public dialogue on equality and inclusion.

Priority reporting areas include:

  • Social stigma, discrimination, and hate speech affecting LGBTIQ+ communities.
  • Political participation, representation, and electoral rights of gender and sexual minorities.
  • Inclusion of LGBTIQ+ people in political parties and public institutions.
  • Policy and legal issues impacting LGBTIQ+ rights.
  • Stories of young LGBTIQ+ individuals engaged in civic and political life.
  • Success stories and initiatives that promote equality, inclusion, and human rights.

Fellowship Expectation: selected fellows will be expected to,

  • Produce investigative news reports and/or feature stories highlighting LGBTIQ+ rights and challenges.
  • Demonstrate commitment to ethical and professional journalism.
  • Participate in fellowship orientation and mentorship activities.
  • Publish or broadcast at least one high-quality story every quarter during the fellowship period.

Number of Fellows

A total of five (5) journalists will be selected for the fellowship from Bagmati, Madhes Lumbini and Sudurpaschim Provinces.

Duration of Fellowship

The fellowship will run for 2 years. And it is expected to publish at least one article quarterly 

Detailed TOR: Please find the detailed TOR at this link

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1yyVbCZqn5YZzDglq91mHWkpSX4qhB4dD/edit?usp=drive_link&ouid=110056487023561868620&rtpof=true&sd=true

Application Submission: Interested applicants should submit their application to: procurement@fsgmn.org and CC:  info@fsgmn.org

Application Deadline: 30 September 2026, 5:00 PM (Nepal Time)

Disclaimer: Applications received after the deadline will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. FSGMN encourages journalists with previous experience covering LGBTIQ+ issues and passionate about inclusive journalism & social justice to apply and contribute to amplifying the voices, experiences, and political participation of LGBTIQ+ communities in Nepal.

Application Submission: Interested applicants should submit their application to: procurement@fsgmn.org and CC:  info@fsgmn.org

Application Deadline: 30 September 2026, 5:00 PM (Nepal Time)

Disclaimer: Applications received after the deadline will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. FSGMN encourages journalists with previous experience covering LGBTIQ+ issues and passionate about inclusive journalism & social justice to apply and contribute to amplifying the voices, experiences, and political participation of LGBTIQ+ communities in Nepal.

TOR link

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1yyVbCZqn5YZzDglq91mHWkpSX4qhB4dD/edit?usp=drive_link&ouid=110056487023561868620&rtpof=true&sd=true

Overview

Category Development Project, Expression of Interests, Tender Notice, Bid
Openings 1
Position Type Contract
Posted Date 20 Sep, 2026
Apply Before 30 Sep, 2026
City Kathmandu