GENERAL INFORMATION |
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| Since 2017 |
| Location: Lal Pokhari Marg, Chabahil, Kathmandu |
| Not-for-profit Organization |
Social Development Foundation is a non-profit, non-governmental, and independent Philanthropic Social Organization; centralized for the complete development of different parts of Nepal through a holistic approach.
We are dedicated to contributing to the holistic development of the country through improved governance, democratization, disaster management, youth mobilization, poverty reduction, protection and promotion of human rights, reducing environmental hazards, agriculture, sustainable development goals, urban development, sustainable cities, and infrastructural development at the rural settlements.
We highly reinforce multidimensional programs that impact all aspects of the lives of disadvantaged people, focusing on empowerment, effective service delivery, and promoting access to rights, justice, and sustainable development opportunities including housing as a fundamental right of the people. We seek to explore, learn and give back to society by whatever means possible. Our core values are the parts contributing to shaping our perspectives and work in an inclusive manner.
We engage, inspire, and enrich individuals to become productive citizens, ethical leaders, and constructive contributors to our community, country, and global society .
Our mission is to ensure community participation and organization for the country’s development through social mobilization, proper planning and to facilitate the people for the sustainable solution of their problems within the limits of available resources.
Nepal houses 118 ecosystems, 75 vegetation types, and 35 forest types; however, with the rising climate change, the ecosystem of Nepal has been significantly affected. Nepal ranks fourth in terms of climate change impact, eleventh in terms of earthquake risk and thirtieth in terms of flood risk.
As a country with diverse typography, complex geology, and highly varying climate, more than 80% of the population is exposed to the risk of natural hazards (MoHA, 2017), which include earthquakes, droughts, floods, landslides, extreme temperature, and glacier lake outburst floods (GLOFs).
Nepal is extremely vulnerable to natural disasters and their devastating consequences. We support all children and their families and communities, especially the most vulnerable, to become more resilient to disasters and recover.
Alson Shrestha is a Determined, Detail-oriented, Enthusiastic individual who never steps back to solve issues. As the Director of Communications, Alson drives a multi-channel communications strategy and implements communications initiatives that promote, enhance, and develop the brand. He assists in the creation of digital, video, audio, and print content, as well as track interaction across several platforms in order to make data-driven decisions.
Lajju Shrestha, Director of Leadership Development, Operations, and Programs, is an ambitious, detail-oriented, hard-working, and result-oriented individual. Prior to joining the Social Development Foundation, She has worked in numerous leadership positions at AIESEC in Kathmandu: Finance Manager, Partnership Manager, and many more. She is also actively involved in Kathmandu Eureka Leo Club and has previously served as a Public Relation Officer. With the belief,” Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.”; She firmly believes that we can create a better world. She is the charm of our team who brings out the best in others.
Contact : lajju.shrestha@sdfoundation.org.np
Hast Bahadur Sunar is a pracademic, professional, and activist – all at a time, with ample accomplishments in development and humanitarian realms in Nepal. He brings virtually 15 years’ progressive experience managing and coordinating portfolios of projects and programs for domestic and international non-profit organizations; and therefore, has a credible recognition among wider civil society constituency in the country.
Contact: info@sdfoundation.org.np
Experienced, Dedicated, and self-motivated, Alina Shrestha, 24, from Khotang, Nepal, is a graduate of…. She has served as treasurer of Kathmandu Eureka Leo Club and has been working as a Human Resource Officer in an organization. She has been actively involved in many social and community exposure programs. With the belief that” Team Work makes the Dream Work,” She’s actively engaged in designing, developing, and delivering leadership development programs among the youths.
Sunil Shrestha, founder and president of the non-profit organization ‘Social Development Foundation is an influential leadership trainer, a devoted philanthropist, and a highly skilled facilitator. Owing to his keen interest to train young minds and molding them into transformational leaders, he has established himself as a Trainer/Facilitator in various workshops. He aspires to empower youths through training and development and help them discover their true potential for nature conservation and social transformation.
Kamala Shrestha, Vice President, Strategy and Organizational Effectiveness at Social Development Foundation, believes in youth leadership for development. She has been engaged in community research and development projects for the past 15 years. Her spirit of community development cultivated with her involvement in youth-oriented volunteering and community development projects leading her to organize various programs to uplift the community. She has been actively involved in various national and international training.