Nepal Chapter

Catalyst Now Nepal Chapter is actively working to strengthen Nepal’s social innovation ecosystem by bringing together social enterprises, civil society organizations, investors, and policy actors under a shared platform for collaboration and collective action. The Chapter focuses on building stronger connections across the ecosystem supporting peer learning among social entrepreneurs, amplifying local innovations, and creating spaces for dialogue between grassroots actors and national stakeholders.

Year of the lanuch

2021

Collaborations chair(s)

Arjun Kumar Bhattarai

Contact person

Sheher Bano

Number of members

Sabitra Karki, Kathrin Junken, Sunil Chitrakar, Pranay Shrestha, Rajendra Uprety, David Kumal, MS Subi, Shraddha Mainali, Prabina Shrestha, Sugam Regmi, Yashoda Karki, Ganga Gautam, Janak Raj Hamal, Arjun Kumar Bhattarai, Sheher Bano

Engagement with Government

Yes

Engagement with Private sector

No

Chairs

Arjun Kumar Bhattarai

Nepal Development Initiative (NEDI)

Coordinators

Sheher Bano

Catalyst Now

 Pakistan

 Islamabad

NA

Collaborators

Arjun Kumar Bhattarai

Nepal Development Initiative (NEDI)

Ganga Gautam

 Nepal

 Kathmandu

To get connected with the like minded people to serve the community.

Janak Raj Hamal

 Nepal

 Kathmandu

As a committed development and social work professional, I have supported CSOs and marginalized communities across Nepal and beyond. I see Catalyst as a valuable global network to expand and exchange knowledge, and I’m eager to collaborate with peers to promote inclusive and sustainable change.

David Kumal

 Kathmandu

Collaborate with like-minded individuals and organizations to make a collective impact on pressing social and environmental issues. Connect with a global network of change-makers from diverse regions, sectors, and areas of expertise to address global challenges and create meaningful change. Amplify your voice by being part of a united network that advocates for policy change, mobilizes resources, and raises awareness about social issues. Learn from others, co-create innovative solutions, and enhance your knowledge and skills through a culture of learning and innovation. Gain access to valuable resources, such as funding opportunities, technical expertise, and mentoring, to accelerate your social impact initiatives. Align your work with the United Nations SDGs and contribute to their achievement by collaborating with other like-minded individuals and organizations who share the same vision.

Kathrin Junken

Battiayo

Shraddha Mainali

 Kathmandu

Expand the network and horizon with people who are into sustainable growth and development, especially through innovative approaches to create a better environment for the youths. Looking out for funding options to accelerate my work of creating employment opportunities for Nepalese youths.

Prabina Shrestha

 Kathmandu

collaboration building synergies, learn from the best practices across the globe in bringing lasting change to our communities.

Sabitra Karki

Sunil Chitrakar

 Kathmandu

Sheher Bano

Catalyst Now

 Pakistan

 Islamabad

NA

Pranay Shrestha

 Nepal

 Kathmandu

MS Subi

 India

 Chennai,

Team building

Sugam Regmi

 Tikapur, Kailali

I personally think to contribute in SDGs goal.

Rajendra Uprety

 Biratnagar

Yashoda Karki

 Norway

 Drammen

Joining the Catalyst 2030 community as a researcher specializing in digital social entrepreneurship for sustainable development provides an exciting opportunity to leverage my expertise in driving innovation and collaboration. Through this collaboration with like-minded individuals and organizations,, I aim to conduct insightful research, uncovering actionable insights for addressing societal challenges and contribute to sustainable development.