Call for Expression of Inte...

Category Development Project, Expression of Interests, Tender Notice, Bid, Gender Studies Position Type Contract Posted Date 10 Aug, 2026 Apply Before 26 Aug, 2026 City Madhesh Province, Bagmati Province, Lumbini Province, Sudurpashchim Province

Blue Diamond Society Nepal

Call for Expression of Interest (EOI)

Promoting Rights, Inclusion, Dignity, and Enhanced Political Participation of LGBTIQ+ Individuals in Nepal

Publication Date: 10 August 2026

Blue Diamond Society Nepal invites Expressions of Interest (EOIs) from qualified LGBTIQ+-led Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and LGBTIQ+ Networks with demonstrated experience in promoting democratic participation, civic engagement, and the political inclusion of LGBTIQ+ communities in Nepal.

The EOI is open to organizations and networks that have proven experience in areas working with:

• Civic and political participation and representation of marginalized communities;
• Voter education, voter rights awareness, and electoral participation campaigns;
• Advocacy for inclusive governance and democratic processes;
• Capacity building for political leadership and representation;
• Supporting LGBTIQ+ individuals to engage in political processes, contest elections, or assume leadership positions at the local, provincial, or national levels.

Eligible organizations and networks must be based in or working within the following provinces:

• Madhesh Province
• Bagmati Province
• Lumbini Province
• Sudurpashchim

Through this initiative, Blue Diamond Society Nepal aims to identify, document, and promote successful models and best practices of political engagement by LGBTIQ+ communities. The project will capture innovative approaches, lessons learned, and evidence-based experiences to strengthen knowledge sharing, advocacy efforts, and the scaling up of sustainable and inclusive political participation practices across Nepal.

Detailed information on the assignment, scope of work, eligibility criteria, selection process, and submission requirements is available in the Terms of Reference (TOR).

Click here to download the Terms of Reference (TOR).

LGBTIQ+-led CSOs and Networks with relevant experience, technical capacity, and the qualifications outlined in the TOR are encouraged to apply.

Interested applicants are requested to submit:

• A completed EOI Application Form (Part II: Eligibility and EOI Form); Please download here the EOI template for EOI application.
• Apply here for the proposal templates
• A cover letter; and
• Any supporting documents as specified in the TOR.

Applications must be submitted no later than 26 August 2026 through one of the following methods:

Email: info@bds.org.np

Or submit a hard copy to:

Blue Diamond Society Country office Dhumbarahi-4 Kathmandu

Late submissions will not be considered. If the submission deadline falls on a public holiday, the next official working day will be considered the final submission date.

For further information, please contact:

Blue Diamond Society

Dhumbarahi-4 Kathmandu Nepal

Phone: 01- 4007726

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