The gathering, facilitated by Laxmi Pokhrel of ICJ, brought together 18 participants to address the evolving transitional justice (TJ) landscape in Nepal. Key topics included the new leadership within the Home Ministry, the formation of a special task force, and the strategies required to advance the TJ agenda and the implementation of the Second National Action Plan (NAP II).

The meeting underscored growing concerns about the proposed 70 percent reduction in sentencing for perpetrators of serious human rights violations committed during the conflict.

AF Director Bikash Basnet highlighted this contentious issue and urged the participants to give their feedback.

Participants emphasized the need for immediate action, including issuing a press statement to demonstrate ongoing victim activism and push for accountability. The discussion also raised urgent questions about the adequacy of a three-month time frame for registering Conflict-Related Sexual Violence (CRSV) cases and whether the TRC Bill adequately addresses women's concerns.

Action points were set, including the release of a unified victims' press statement and a joint statement from civil society organizations (CSOs). Participants agreed to engage actively with the Ministry of Home Affairs (MOHA) and strategize meetings with key government officials.

Immediate media engagement was also deemed crucial to maintain visibility and pressure.

The meeting concluded with a strong emphasis on the need for a coordinated and persistent effort to address transitional justice issues effectively and ensure that victims' concerns are heard and acted upon.