Seed Money and Group Savings at SETU Nepal Economic empowerment thrives on opportunity, responsibility, and collective action. At SETU Nepal, we work with women—including those living with HIV and survivors of gender-based violence—to build sustainable livelihoods through group-based initiatives. Our recent program provided NPR 20,000 in seed money to 15 women beneficiaries, designed to strengthen […]
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, […]
In the heart of Thamel, Chill Pill Zone is redefining what a restaurant can be—a space of pride, belonging, and opportunity for the LGBTIQ+ community. With seed support of NPR 10,000 from SETU, this initiative took a meaningful step forward. Founder Babu Chhetri shares: “This support may seem small, but it made a big difference […]
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. […]
Pokhara On 4 April 2026, we successfully conducted a Community Awareness Program at Kaukhola Community, Pokhara, in coordination with Pokhara Metropolitan City. The session brought together community members to discuss important issues surrounding gender-based violence (GBV) and HIV awareness. Through open dialogue and shared learning, participants explored the importance of safety, equality, prevention, and access […]
Orientation Program On 3rd April 2026, we conducted a community orientation programme focused on the LGBTIQ+ community at D'village Restaurant, Chipledhunga, Pokhara. The session brought together community representatives to discuss important topics including identity, health and safety, stigma, HIV-related issues, and fundamental rights and freedoms. A special highlight of the program was the public screening […]
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 […]
Orientation Program On 24 March, we conducted a community orientation programme focused on the LGBTIQ+ community at Sukraraj Tropical and Infectious Disease Hospital. The session brought together community representatives to discuss important topics including identity, health and safety, stigma, #HIV-related issues, and fundamental rights and freedoms. A special highlight of the program was the first […]
116th International Women’s Day To mark International Women’s Day, a successful street drama awareness programme was held in Ramgram Municipality–7, Ujaini, as part of the 'Integrated Service Access for the Prevention and Response to Gender-Based Violence' project. SETU Nepal was proud to collaborate on this programme, supporting efforts to strengthen community awareness and promote gender […]
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 […]
From Learning to Action: SETU Nepal at SBDRR Training SETU Nepal recently participated in a transformative 3-day School-Based Disaster Risk Reduction (SBDRR) training, hosted by the Nepal Red Cross Society in Banepa. The comprehensive program covered vital topics such as climate change adaptation, school safety planning, and risk reduction for earthquakes, floods, and landslides, with […]
