Meeta sainju pradhan
Gender equality & Social inclusion
Meeta Sainju Pradhan is a development specialist and researcher whose work is grounded in promoting equity, inclusion, and sustainability. Her extensive experience spans gender equality, social inclusion, and climate justice, with a focus on ensuring that marginalized communities are central to decision-making and program design.
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Meeta has led initiatives aimed at building resilience in women-led enterprises, enhancing social inclusion through national surveys, and integrating gender perspectives into conservation and governance programs. Her academic and professional contributions, including her role as Principal Co-Investigator in participatory action research and her leadership in national studies on social inclusion in Nepal, reflect her commitment to addressing systemic inequalities with actionable data and analysis.
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A firm advocate for evidence-based policymaking, Meeta integrates her expertise in research and program development to drive change that is both impactful and inclusive. Fluent in English and Nepali, she actively contributes to shaping policies and practices that align with the needs of communities and the challenges of our time, including climate resilience and sustainable development.
meeta at a glance
EXPERIENCE
Over 15 years in development, with expertise in gender equality, social inclusion, climate justice, and women’s economic empowerment. Extensive experience in research, program development, and leadership roles in Nepal and internationally.
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EDUCATION
PhD in Sociology from the University of Michigan, USA, MA in Sociology from George Mason University, USA, and a BA in Sociology from the University of Delhi, India.
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LANGUAGES
Fluent in English and Nepali, with fair proficiency in Newari and Hindi.
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CLIENTS
Senior Fellow at The Mountain Institute, with prior roles including Director of the Himalayan Program, and Program Development Coordinator at CARE Nepal. Engaged in numerous consultancies with organizations such as UNFPA and UN Women, focusing on gender and social inclusion.
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