Last Friday, our children at Aarati Home celebrated Raksha Bandhan, a festival that celebrates the special bond between brothers and sisters. The children tied colorful rakhis onto the wrists of their dear brothers and exchanged heartfelt wishes for happiness and good health. There were smiles, sweet treats, and a lot of love in the air. […]
We had the pleasure of celebrating little Annora Chaudhary's tenth birthday, and it proved to be a special day for all of us. A hearty, shared meal set off the party, and as Annora expressed her wish, everyone in the room cheered and delighted at the birthday cake. The best moment was when the dance […]
SETU Nepal sincerely thanks Umbrella Organization Nepal for their generous partial support of Richa's education. Richa came to SETU Nepal at the age of five after losing both of her parents. Today, she has successfully completed her SEE and is pursuing Grade 11 in Hotel Management, taking another important step toward an independent future. As […]
Six months have flown by since Amélie arrived in Kathmandu, and as her volunteering journey with SETU Nepal ends, she leaves behind a proud legacy of dedication in a place that became her second home. Working alongside a team entirely dedicated to empowering women and children, she managed office administrative tasks, and designed communication materials. […]
The SETU Nepal family gathered at our Changu Farm House fields for a meaningful tree planting initiative in celebration of World Environment Day. The program successfully turned climate awareness into practical, direct local engagement under the direction of our Executive Director, Ranju Pandey, and special guest Shan Thulung from GreenGold Solutions. Shan Thulung has already […]
Recently, Aarati Home was filled with bright, continuous flashes of light as the children gathered for the photography lessons! Under the guidance of our wonderful volunteer, Amélie, the children enthusiastically explored the world of photography. They learned the basics of camera operation, experimented with different settings, and discovered how technical adjustments can help capture moments […]
Ideas for Sustainable Farming On 15 May 2026, our team and children from Aarati Home visited the ICIMOD Living Mountain Lab in Godawari for a guided learning experience. The visit introduced us to innovative approaches to sustainable agriculture and mountain-based farming practices. Some of the most inspiring highlights included Sloping Agricultural Land Technology (SALT) for […]
Last weekend at Aarati Home was filled with color, creativity, and excitement as the children took part in a fun candle-making workshop! With the guidance of our amazing volunteers, the kids explored different techniques and let their imagination shine—creating beautiful flower-shaped candles, each one unique and full of personality. The room was glowing with smiles, […]
The children welcomed the new year with a joyful adventure—visiting the sacred Boudhanilkantha and hiking up to the stupa. Along the way, laughter echoed, steps turned into stories, and every moment felt like a fresh start. Despite the heat, we made the most of the day—exploring nature, sharing a picnic, and enjoying refreshing fruits together. […]
This Saturday was filled with joy as the Leo Club of Bhaktapur Bhairav organized a wonderful picnic for our children at Changu. From playing fun new games to sharing laughter together, the day was full of beautiful moments. Although the rain kept us indoors, it didn’t dampen our spirits—we made the most of it and […]
This Christmas Eve, our kids at Changu came together for a festive celebration! With the help of Amélie, our volunteer from Luxembourg, they cooked up a delicious mix of Nepali, Austrian, and Luxembourgish dishes. Laughter, creativity and holiday spirit filled the farmhouse as they decorated everything and surprised each other with thoughtful gifts. Wishing everyone […]
As 2082 festive season came to a joyful close, the children of Aarati Home celebrated the festival season with warmth, laughter and a deep sense of gratitude. The celebrations reflected the true spirit of Nepal’s vibrant traditions — unity, faith and the joy of togetherness. Dashain Celebration at Aarati Home The Dashain festival at Aarati […]
