Radha's testimonial at Save the Child Foundation 15 Year Anniversary

About Kanchi Maya Tamang Born youngest to the six siblings, Kanchhi Maya Tamang is from Yarsha Village of Sindhupalchowk-one of the ​least developed districts in Nepal. In her village, girls are deprived from the basic needs of educating and being educated. They are discouraged from learning and are instead directed to earn. ​To such constrained ideological belief, she was pursuing her passion of being educated. At grade seven her mother wanted to marry her off to which she revolted and her mother poisoned herself in the revolt of her choice. She was saved luckily; nonetheless, Kanchhi continued her journey of education till SLC by surpassing many obstacles and hardships. Her journey to Egypt After completing SLC, like many others who went to India to easily get a working visa in a foreign country, she went to stay with her sister and brother-in law in India to fly to Egypt. She then flew to Egypt, hoping for a better future for herself and her family. After working in Egypt for couple of years, she realized, how women like her are being exploited in many different forms. Facing different mental tortures at work, not being given her own salary in time to being questioned a lot for the reasons of needing it, Kanchhi had had enough for six years. Coming back to Nepal She wants to carry the message of, urgent and immediate need of uniting against all forms of violence faced by women and girls to the top of the world; Mount Everest. She believes that, gender equality is not only a fundamental human right, but a necessary foundation for a peaceful, prosperous and sustainable world. Providing women and girls with equal access to education, health care, decent work, and representation in political and economic decision-making processes will fuel sustainable economies and benefit societies and humanity at large. Sindhupalchowk district is known as the most human trafficked place in Nepal. Most of the trafficked girls even after their return don’t get good treatment from the society forcing them to return India. Kanchhi who has successfully climbed Mount Mera Peak which is 6470 mt high, now wants to climb Everest for women suffering and grieving at home and abroad advocating their rights. She also wants to spread the message around the world raising voice against trafficking and for women to be rescued. She is striving in encouraging women to rise from the socio-cultural limitation to being educated. Everest Expedition Preparing to summit Mt. Everest accompanying the mountaineering group led by Mr. Pemba Sherpa (4 Guinness Book of World Record Holder) , she is starting her journey from the 15th of April which will extend to a month with the circumstantial situations and weather condition. 35 lakhs has been set as the budget out of which 15 lakhs has already been met. She wants to be the first woman from Tamang ethnicity to ascent Everest to which she is still 20 lakhs away. The financial resource is the hope for her to realize her dream. Donate to invest for the voice against Human Trafficking who believes in Girl Education and is a proud Mountaineer unshaken by the rough terrains of life believing in empowerment by empowering herself and others. You can donate here: https://www.generosity.com/community-fundraising/to-mt-everest-with-message-for-gender-equality/x/14558071 Civil Society Advisory Group of UN Women Nepal represented by one of the Members, Mr. Chewan Rai will be handling this fund raising page. If you need further information please do not hesitate to contact us 1) Kanchi Maya Tamang - 9823380666 2) Pemba Dorje Sherpa - 9851074836 3) Chewan Rai - 9813890516 ©Doodle World

**Empowering Education and Overcoming Challenges in Sindhupalchowk** 🌟

Save the Child Foundation Nepal students

Save the Child Nepal Kids on a Day Out to visit Aani Gumba Monastery

Could You Cups and Baala Pads at Bishwa Shanti Chiran Milan Campus On the occasion of Mr Sridhar Gundrothu’s Nepal visit, we had planned a menstrual cup and pad distribution program at Bishwa Bhanti Chiran Milan Campus. This campus is where our Chairperson Kanchhi Maya Tamang is currently pursuing her Bachelors degree. Mr. Sridhar is advisory board of Save the Child Foundation USA and is also the person who bridged the partnership with Could You? Menstrual cups. In the morning of December 7, 2022, Mamata Shah, Ruby Sthapit and Surabhi Khanal gathered in the premises of Bishwa Shanti Chiran Milan Campus at 7:45 AM to prepare for the program afterwards. We were invited by the principal of the campus for a meet and greet session until Kanchhi Maya Tamang and Mr. Sridhar joined us. Once they arrived, we moved on to start the program. The program started with a brief welcome speech from the coordinator Mr. Sanjiv Mishra of the campus who welcomed our team to their campus. Then, Mamata Shah took the mic over to give an introduction about our organization and the areas that we work on. Then, Surabhi Khanal highlighted about menstrual hygiene management and its importance and introduced Could You? Menstrual cups and Baala Pads as menstrual hygiene products. Followed by Ruby Sthapit and Kanchhi Maya tamang, they provided details and a presentation on how to use both; Could You? Menstrual Cups and Baala Pads and also address the queries of the participants. Then we asked if there were participants who were willing to switch to Could You? Menstrual Cups or Baala Pads and form two queues accordingly. We then distributed the products respectively according to the needs of the participants. Followed by distribution, we provided breakfast for all of the participants of the event including the team and wrapped up the event.

Save The Child Foundation celebrates 14 Years of Social Good today and this journey wouldn't have been possible without YOU 🙏🏽 We are in deep Gratitude for your support and belief in our vision to create a more gender equal world as we strive for "A world in which all children with needs either related to poverty or medical conditions will be protected and nurtured holistically in an eco-friendly environment" . Wishing all of us a Happy Anniversary in celebrating some of our key success metrics : 3.25 M $ in Grants 2.2 M Pads 2.1 M Meals 150,000 Children Impacted 500 K Emergency Relief 400 + Projects Funded 200 + Youth Changemakers 100 Menstrual Cups 6 Global Goals Alignment 4 Countries 1 Purpose : Leave No Child Behind

Could You MENSTRUAL CUPS in NEPAL

Menstruation Rally, Workshops , Memorandum for Badi Community ) On the first day of the conference, COMMIT Nepal welcomed us as guests and sponsors. Prakash Mani Sharma gave a welcome speech with the mention of the Supreme Court judgement on Badi community as a result of the writ filed by him and others. He also conducted a session on advocacy in the evening for the youths present. On the second day, we started with a menstrual hygiene rally which started from the premises of the Hotel with banners and placards on menstrual hygiene. The rally ended at B.P Chowk where different people spoke about menstrual hygiene and the importance of spreading awareness on it. Taniya was also one of the speakers. Then after our return to the session hall, the session was conducted. The zumba session saw the most energetic crowd of youths enjoying the dancing. Then we moved on to Sheetal and Taniya's story sharing through videos after which both of them spoke about their journeys. This was a part of COMMIT's itinerary scheduled as 'successful testimonials'. We then formed groups to discuss on their strengths, dreams, goals and challenges. On the third day, we started with a march to the Chief District Office, dressed in formals, where COMMIT submitted their list of demands for the welfare of Badi community. The demands were read out and positively acknowledged by the district officer with a promise to forward it to the Prime Minister's Office for quick response. Then we returned to the session hall and introduced the Baala Pads to the participants and distributed the pads. Later in the day, after the program had ended, we came back to introduce the menstrual cups to COMMIT Nepal's staff and distribute it to those willing to try it. #savethechildnepal #savethechildfoundation @connectdenfilms

Day 5 ( Menstruation Rally, Workshops , Memorandum for Badi Community ) On the first day of the conference, COMMIT Nepal welcomed us as guests and sponsors. Prakash Mani Sharma gave a welcome speech with the mention of the Supreme Court judgement on Badi community as a result of the writ filed by him and others. He also conducted a session on advocacy in the evening for the youths present. On the second day, we started with a menstrual hygiene rally which started from the premises of the Hotel with banners and placards on menstrual hygiene. The rally ended at B.P Chowk where different people spoke about menstrual hygiene and the importance of spreading awareness on it. Taniya was also one of the speakers. Then after our return to the session hall, the session was conducted. The zumba session saw the most energetic crowd of youths enjoying the dancing. Then we moved on to Sheetal and Taniya's story sharing through videos after which both of them spoke about their journeys. This was a part of COMMIT's itinerary scheduled as 'successful testimonials'. We then formed groups to discuss on their strengths, dreams, goals and challenges. On the third day, we started with a march to the Chief District Office, dressed in formals, where COMMIT submitted their list of demands for the welfare of Badi community. The demands were read out and positively acknowledged by the district officer with a promise to forward it to the Prime Minister's Office for quick response. Then we returned to the session hall and introduced the Baala Pads to the participants and distributed the pads. Later in the day, after the program had ended, we came back to introduce the menstrual cups to COMMIT Nepal's staff and distribute it to those willing to try it. #savethechildnepal #savethechildfoundation @connectdenfilms

DAY 2: WORKSHOP WITH CHELI NEPAL in CHITWAN. " Cheli Nepal strategically rescues victims from warehouses used to hold them in before they are 'sold' or transported elsewhere. The rescued survivors are then given different trainings with the ability to become leaders of other programs of Cheli Nepal as well, turning it into a very self-sustaining model while giving the survivors plenty of career options." The session started with a simple introduction of the participants and an energetic zumba session. Following that, Sheetal and Taniya's stories through YouTube videos was shown and then they spoke about their experiences which helped the participants connect to them. It was through the stories that there was a realization that we have all had very similar traumatic experiences. After that there was a session where random groups of participants were formed to answer questions on what their dreams, strengths and current challenges were. Then the participants were seated with crayons and markers to draw out what their goals and strength are. This was to serve as a reminder that they are well into their journey and closer to their goals each day. Finally, the session ended with a relaxing activity where the participants blew up a balloon each and played with it with care. They then slowly laid on their backs with the balloon on top of their chests, closing their eyes while they were slowly massaged by the facilitators. After the session, Sheetal and Taniya introduced the participants to Baala Pads, explaining how the chemical free pads are a good alternative. We then distributed the pads to the staff and to the participants (with a shawl for each participant). The staff and one of our kids from Save the Child expressed their gratitude for conducting such a session. AHA Moments: The young girls had the same underlying motive to all of their aspirations: to show the society that they are citizens worthy of contributing to the country, despite what society may perceive them as. - The use of a picture that participants created that can serve as a reminder that each day is worth living and we are better today and we have goals for tomorrow. - After watching the video, one of the participants shared her own experience and while doing so overcame with emotion and cried. It was a testament that within the short time that we had interacted with them, we had formed an emotional connection and become a healthy outlet for their emotions. - The expression of gratitude by Cheli Nepal was the cherry on top as it felt like the session had really been fruitful to the participants. Reflections and Lessons: - Reflection: The participants were young but through their experience, they had matured enough to know that sadness is a part of life and that their struggles do not limit their future. - Reflection: Cheli Nepal strategically rescues victims from warehouses used to hold them in before they are 'sold' or transported elsewhere. The rescued survivors are then given different trainings with the ability to become leaders of other programs of Cheli Nepal as well, turning it into a very self-sustaining model while giving the survivors plenty of career options. - Lesson: Importance of introspection-: It is such an important activity to set out time to get in touch with your feelings every once in a while. This is so that we have more clarity in life and do not let our emotions reach any tipping point. #savethechildfoundation #savethechildnepal #chelinepal #changemakers2030 #wearekranti

DAY 3 IN RAJAPUR - Badi Community in partnership with COMMIT NEPAL After a short introduction by COMMIT Nepal and Save the Child Foundation the program commenced. There were different age groups present from below 20 years of age to over 40 years of age. Introductions, Zumba Session, Baala Pads, Menstrual Cups, Healing, Motivational Speaking, Photo Ops, A lot more listening to promote more engagement and by end of the session creating an environment of hope, respect and togetherness. AHA moments (celebration): - These were women that had either been forced to participate in sex work or were still involved in sex work due to necessity. To have the opportunity to work directly them and have direct interaction with them, as expressed by Sheetal and Taniya, was amazing. #savethechildfoundation #savethechildnepal @connectdenfilms

INTERVENTIONS such as these is exactly how you tackle the Trafficking / Pushing Girls into Prostitution - both due to lack of opportunities or forced... Not possible without a team effort and a vision and a deliberate mission .... DAY 4 ( Workshop with Badi Community ) AHA moments (celebration): - These were women that had either been forced to participate in sex work or were still involved in sex work due to necessity. - Women were adamant about how they wanted a better life for their children, different than the one they had lived. There was a unity in this thought and they were persistent to bring change for their children so that the children would never be forced into sex work. - They were inspired by how Sheetal and Taniya came from similar backgrounds as theirs and had turned around their life. It was living proof that hope had not been lost for their children. Challenges faced (mourning): - One of the participants who seemed around 14-16 years old danced to her heart's extent in the zumba session but then after it was over kept crying. While Taniya comforted her, it seemed like she was facing some sort of abuse at home. Her mother had left the home and she was living with her uncles and grandmom. Though she was not open to fully talking about her situation, she seemed tensed and in discomfort. - A woman in her mid-40s expressed her worries about her children whom she now had no contact with and doubted that they had been forced into sex work. We shared the feeling of helplessness as she cried. - A mother-daughter duo came up to us to ask if we would be able to financially support the daughter's education as she wanted to pursue nursing and the family did not have the resources. We did express how we could not answer that at the moment but would discuss it and get back to them. - There was a group of old women, mostly in their 60s, who had hearing problems or could not move around much and we felt that we had not designed a session that was friendly for them. A lot to be grateful for but this would not have been possible with out Neelima Reddy which will now transform 4 Girls lives and more importantly have created HOPE for so many more and INSPIRATION for the team actively engaged to bring the change. #Savethechildfoundation #savethechildnepal #ProjectBaala @connectdenfilms

Save the Child Team Nepal Trip 2018 - Distribute 1000 Baala Pads, School Supplies. Places visited Bhotang, Larke, Kathmandu.

Save the Child US Team, Changemakers2030 - Youth Volunteer Team, Project Baala and Save the Child Nepal team come together for two weeks to distribute more than 2000 Baala Pads, school supplies to children in need.