Dear

Whereas I respect the culture of Nepal, I am very concerned that vast numbers of Nepalese women and girls are allegedly trafficked into slavery in brothels. It appears that police, lawyers and government authorities overlook the absolute right of all women and girls not to be abused, and that alleged corruption enables this trade in human beings to continue. 

I believe that a system without proper respect for human rights is not entitled to Western income from tourism, and damages the international reputation of Nepal. Unproven assurances from organisations involved in financial gain will not reassure me. Until I receive positive evidence from international human rights organisations that this trade in women and girls has been eradicated, I undertake not to visit Nepal. 

Please inform the current Prime Minister, Minister of Tourism and Home Minister of my pledge.


Yours sincerely,