Today, during a community visit, I had the opportunity to talk with a young couple who had married at an early age. They are only 20 and 23 years old and already have a child studying in playgroup. As I listened to their journey, I realized that behind every smile, there can be a story of sacrifice, struggle, and unfulfilled dreams.

The wife shared that she was studying in Grade 12 when she fell in love with her cousin. An unplanned pregnancy led them to marry early to protect their…

Dreaming is not only about improving our personal or family life, it is also about creating positive change within our community. During the Dream Building process, Youth and Children from Upallo Amintara envisioned a future where they could build a safe, healthy and drug-free community. They recognized that achieving this collective dream requires everyone to take small but meaningful actions.  …

Some weekends become more than just a break from our routine; they become opportunities for both personal refreshment and meaningful learning. Spending time in a peaceful and refreshing environment allowed us to recharge ourselves while engaging in important discussions on safeguarding training. It was a truly weekend filled with both relaxation and valuable insights, reminding us that growth happens not only through work but also through reflection, learning and shared…

 Sometimes, the most valuable lessons come not from classrooms or offices but from real-life experiences. Our six-day exposure visit was one such journey that provided opportunities to learn from different organizations, communities, cultures, and people. It was a memorable experience filled with learning, sharing and personal growth.

Me along with ARC team and our executive director and finance manager went for an exposure visit from 24^th May to…

On 8th May 2026, Regional Convening Program of the GFC Team was held in Upallo Amintara, which is one of our working fields.

The program focused on strengthening community participation, ownership, and unity. Upallo Amintara is a community where many families face economic and emotional challenges in their daily lives. Since many NGOs and organizations had previously visited the area to distribute food, money, and other support, community members initially expected similar assistance…

Hello everyone, I am Sandhya Bhandari. Currently I am working as a Community Facilitator at CWSN. This is my first job and at the beginning, I felt nervous and confused. As a student, I was looking for a job and luckily got the chance to work as a Community Facilitator because someone else was leaving. From the beginning, I felt that this work is not just a job, but a chance to learn and grow. When I first joined, everything was new to me. I had to visit communities, talk to people and…

After joining Child Welfare Scheme Nepal under the program Addressing Root Causes Initiatives, I had the opportunity to conduct SALT conversations with six individuals from the community. These conversations opened a window into their life experiences, struggles, strengths, and the quiet courage they carry every day. Each story was different, yet deeply meaningful.

One story that left a lasting impact on me was shared by a 21-year-old sister from the community. She spoke…