Forum for Women, Law and Development (FWLD) invites proposals from interested theatre groups, companies, or production houses to develop and perform a forum theatre on issues related to Gender-Based Violence (GBV).

The technical and financial proposals must be submitted in separate sealed envelopes, each bearing an authorized signature. Both envelopes should then be placed in a single large sealed envelope, also signed by an authorized representative, and labeled “Forum Theatre on Gender-Based Violence.”

Proposals should be submitted to the FWLD office no later than March 16, 2025, by the close of business (Office Hours: 5:30 PM).

Terms of Reference

Scope of Work

• Develop a compelling script that portrays real-life challenges faced by women and girls due to Gender-Based Violence (GBV), while incorporating relevant legal provisions to address these issues.
• Create engaging, informative, and thought-provoking content that empowers the audience to take action against GBV.
• Conduct rehearsals and perform a series of forum theatre productions in selected districts outside Kathmandu Valley.
• Ensure that each performance does not exceed 45 minutes in duration.
• Deliver all performances in the Nepali language to ensure accessibility and engagement.
• Facilitate interactive discussions following each performance to encourage dialogue and inspire action.
• Collaborate closely with FWLD to align the production with the project’s objectives and key messages.
• Submit a final narrative report detailing audience feedback, participation, and the overall impact of the performances.

Deliverables

• A finalized script incorporating feedback from FWLD.
• Completion of rehearsals prior to the first performance.
• A minimum of 21 performances conducted across 7 districts in designated locations.
• A comprehensive report detailing performances, audience participation, and key discussions.

Eligibility

• Proven experience in forum theatre or interactive theatre performances.
• Demonstrated ability to produce and perform theatre productions in both urban and rural settings.
• Strong understanding of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) issues and social advocacy.
• Capability to deliver high-quality, socially relevant performances.
• Must be legally constituted and registered under Nepalese law.

Budget

• Submit a detailed budget proposal with a breakdown of costs as deemed appropriate.

Required Documents

• Letter of Interest
• Certification of Registration under Nepalese law
• Valid Tax Clearance Certificate (up to at least 2081/82)
• Technical Proposal
• Financial Proposal
• Sample of Previous Work

Evaluation Criteria

• Technical quality of the proposed concept and approach.
• Experience and expertise in forum theatre and social issues.
• Cost-effectiveness of the financial proposal.
• Past performance in similar projects.

Cost Bearing

FWLD will bear the costs related to travel, accommodation, and meals.

For inquiries, please contact

Advocate Binu Lama, Program Manager

Forum for Women, Law and Development (FWLD)

72 Adarsha Marg, Thapathali Kathmandu, Nepal

Tel: 977-1-5333525 | 1-5333524 | 1-5366415

Email: fwld2013@gmail.com | info@fwld.org