Gauri Nepali Profile

Gauri Nepali

Gauri Nepali

Director

Gauri Nepali (She/They) is a dedicated queer activist with a decade of experience collaborating with the Blue DiamondSociety and the Federation of Sexual and Gender Minorities Nepal. Gauri is an educator on sexual orientation, gender identity, sex characteristics, and the sexual and reproductive health rights of LGBTI individuals. As a co-founder of Unity for Change, an organization led by transmen that supports Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transman individuals, Gauri actively contributes to fostering inclusivity and empowerment within
the community. With a Master’s degree in Nepali from Tribhuvan University and ongoing graduate studies in Political Science, Gauri combines academic rigor with practical advocacy. Their written work, including articles and op-eds for online and print publications, delves into critical topics such as caste, gender, sexuality, and politics, emphasizing intersectional issues within marginalized communities. Recently appointed to the JFP Board of Directors, Gauri Nepali assumes a key role in program development and management at JFP, bringing a wealth of experience and a strong commitment to advancing social justice causes within and beyond the LGBTQI+ community.