Great Himalayan Research and Consult (GHRC), a consulting partner of UN-Habitat in Nepal, conducted Baseline Survey, City-Wide Assessment (CWA), and Climate Risk and Vulnerability Assessment (CRVA) of Lamkichuha municipality- as a part of Cities4Women project in 2024. The GHRC team visited the municipality in September and November to carry out various studies. During these visits, the field team at Lamkichuha Municipality (including UN-Habitat Urban Planner/Designer and social mobilizers from Sundar Nepal, local implementation partner) provided extensive support to the GHRC team, assisting with identifying key locations, mobilizing community members, facilitating discussions with ward chairs and stakeholders, and ensuring smooth coordination throughout the fieldwork.

Baseline Survey, including municipal capacity gap assessment, was conducted between September 15 and 17, 2024. Various research methods were used, such as desk-based document reviews, structured surveys, and qualitative approaches including Key Informant Interviews (KIIs) and Focus Group Discussions (FGDs). The Baseline Report provides a detailed evaluation of gender-responsive approaches and climate resilience in urban planning within Lamkichuha Municipality. The study notes positive changes attributed to women-led leadership, increasing women's voice and participation. However, significant gaps have been identified, including limited community participation, absence of gender-inclusive policies, inadequate public awareness of climate resilience, and insufficient knowledge-sharing systems. Recommendations include developing gender-responsive urban planning guidelines, capacity-building training for municipal officials, and establishing knowledge-sharing frameworks between institutions.