In this issue, we profile alumnus Kamal Thapa Kshetri at Nepal’s National Human Rights Commission. He focuses on the rights of migrants and combatting trafficking. We provide information about DTP's programs, reports on recent programs and news from alumni, partners and the region, and calls from the UN for your engagement.

DTP Alumni Profile
Kamal Thapa Kshetri is the Under Secretary and Head of the International Relations Division, Migration and Refugees at the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of Nepal. Before joining the NHRC Kamal practiced law as an advocate, and developed his expertise in constitutional and human rights law. At the NHRC he has focused on the human rights of Nepal’s migrants, and victims of human trafficking.

DTP's 2024 Annual Report showcases its activity throughout the year as we return to face-to-face programs.

DTP is calling for applications for a part-time Bookkeeper to join its small team.

Program report from DTP's 2024 DTP Alumni Business and Human Rights Network Workshop held in Bangkok, Thailand.

Program report from DTP's online dialogue series, Australian and ASEAN Civil Society Exchange on Human Trafficking and Forced Labour in the Fishing Industry.

From December 12-14, 2024, 23 DTP alumni from nine countries across Asia met in Bangkok for a three-day alumni workshop on Business and Human Rights (BHR) Network Building, together with advocates on BHR from East Asia.

DTP/MFA alumni and representatives held a half-day workshop in Bangkok focused on business and human rights.