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What We Do

Research & Publications

We conduct research on policies launched by the Government of Nepal, including overseas voting policies, NGO policies, sports development policies, and sister city policies, as well as possible public events. We also study programs implemented by NGOs and other key stakeholders. Through this research, DKI aims to generate insights that support informed policy dialogue and stronger institutional and development frameworks.

City Twinning

City twinning refers to a formal partnership between two cities from different countries to promote cooperation and exchange. These partnerships aim to strengthen cultural ties, encourage knowledge sharing, and support collaboration in areas such as education, sports, tourism, governance, and community development. City twinning also helps foster mutual understanding between citizens and institutions through joint programs, visits, and shared initiatives.

NGOs Capacity Building

The NGOs Capacity Building Initiative strengthens the skills, systems, and capacity of NGOs in Nepal. It supports improvements in governance, project design, reporting, digital communication, and international partnership readiness. It also facilitates access to grants and donations, engages international volunteers, and works with local government to develop and implement innovative international projects with strong community impact.

Sports Development

We engage in sports development and sports diplomacy by supporting local teams, schools, and clubs. This includes organizing games, facilitating sports programs, capacity-building activities, and contributing to the growth of grassroots and community-level sports. Through these efforts, we aim to strengthen sports ecosystems, promote youth participation, enhance coaching and training standards, and build meaningful connections between local and international sports stakeholders.

Election Observation

We independently observe electoral systems by examining voting and related processes at foreign embassies in Nepal, foreign embassies abroad, and selected participating countries. We prepare impartial observation reports, which are submitted to the relevant election commission, with a copy retained by our research department for comparative, evidence-based analysis of electoral practices and external voting

systems.

Events

We organize NGO, public, and international events in Nepal, including sports, cultural, and educational sports programs such as quiz competitions and school-based activities with sports as the central theme. Foreigners can also participate in selected programs to promote cross-cultural exchange. These events foster engagement, collaboration, and learning among local and international stakeholders, contributing to social, educational, cultural, and sports development.