Iremember spending my childhood in a great comfort. My parents gave us everything one could ask for in their life. I really don’t know whether they went through very hard times or not but they did everything they could to fulfill our needs. My mother is illiterate and she always wanted her children to have a quality education so that they can live their life independently. She learned the hardship of not having education when we were growing. But she worked hard and gave her best so that we didn’t have to face the same kind of hardship she faced. She always wanted me to do something substantial in Nepal and make her proud. One thing, I have learned from my mother is to stay strong when the times are hard, to stay focused towards our dream so that nothing would stop you from reaching your goals. I want to take that learning to my community where I will be doing my Fellowship. I want to give my students not only the theoretical knowledge but also courage and belief to do something b…

I am the only daughter in my family and grew up with elder brother and younger brother. Gender discrimination was a big problem in my family. My grandparents didn’t want me to go to school, instead they wanted me to learn how to cook, wash dishes and clothes and clean the house. If it wasn’t for my father, who fought against my grandparents wishes, to send me to school. School years were difficult too, as I had to juggle my studies with household work. While heading to school, I had to carry goods like rice, maize and millets to sell them in the bazaar which was close to my school and also bring goods needed in the house when I came back. I had to help my parents in the field as well as do household chores. As a daughter of a public school teacher, I have had the opportunity to visit government school and interact with students and teachers. So many students don’t understand the coursework and teachers in government school think that they are not getting paid as much as teachers in …

I spent most of my childhood staying in a hostel where I got to live people from diverse backgrounds. My time as a student in a peaceful environment participating in dance and multiple other activities made a lifelong memory to cherish, thanks to my parents who were so determined to give me a good life, worked hard and sacrificed their needs for their children After I completed my undergraduate study, I was confused about my career path. I wanted to do everything I came across to find something meaningful, but none of my choices made me feel content. During these times of doubt and confusion, I realized that my motivation for myself was strong and that I was not ready to settle for average. I also strongly believe that you become what you surround yourself with. When I first came across TFN, the data and the information on education in Nepal unveiled to me by TFN spoke volumes to me, such that my problem in life suddenly became insignificant. When I read more about the Fellows thr…

I was born in Kathmandu. I simply adore the narrow alleys of this city. I am the kind of person who explores places, talks to a number of people, absorbs good things and ignores the rest. I have had many difficult situations in my life that made me the way I am today. I never got depressed by the difficulties. Instead I always tried to learn from them and this has been my strength. Even though my parents were deprived of education, they did their 100% to provide us with the best education so that we didn’t miss out any opportunities in life as they did. They are also the ones to instill the values of serving the society in me and my sisters. Looking back, I remember not enjoying all of my 8th, 9th and 10th grade education because of extensive rote learning. However, some teachers did put their 100% to give us practical education by connecting the contents of books with the real world through interactive classroom activities and personal sharing. Those teachers ended up becoming ro…

I had a wonderful childhood. I loved listening to music, travelling, watching movie, reading books, etc. I used to share my happiness, sadness and problems with my younger sister. My mother was a source of inspiration for me. She has always supported me in my education and my well-being. Regardless of our financial situation, she has always motivated me to continue my studies. She has understood the importance of education and has always been my motivation to get an academic degree. I got scholarship while doing my undergraduate as I was doing well in studies. I got opportunity to participate in different programs just because of the education I had. I understood that if we have good education then we can get all the opportunities from the world. Like my mother did to me I wanted to make other students know the importance of education and to widen the horizon of opportunities for them. As a TFN Fellow I want to work to end education inequality. I want to give them the skills a…

I was born in Gyaneshwor, Kathmandu. I wake up to the sound of chanting, bells and holy songs coming from the temple near my house. I enjoy arts and crafts, travelling and listening to music. I also like to take photographs and collect memories. At school, I was an average but very obedient student. My father wanted me to study Management and join the corporate world, but it was my solo decision to pursue a career in public health. Choosing Public Health as my undergraduate major was itself a challenge for me at that time, as it was very difficult for me to convince my parents about major that they had never heard of. I researched a lot and tried my best to convince my father to allow me. Today, I feel proud that as a Public Health student, I have been in many rural areas of Nepal helping people with their health. I, along with various social clubs and organizations, organized and facilitated trainings on menstrual hygiene. We also initiated reusable pad making and gave training…

My parents are the biggest inspirations in my life. My father, an ex-Indian Army personal, has taught me that age is not a barrier for people who want to learn. My mother constantly reminds me that our will power is stronger than our suffering. She taught herself how to read and write through sheer will even when her parents were against it. They have always been the source of positive energy for me. As a student, I encountered two kinds of teachers: one that prioritized competition and appreciated only the bright kids in class. Their only cared about your grades in exams. Another set of teachers, however, were the ones who taught with gusto and instilled a sense of responsibility in students towards their studies. It is thanks to the latter I got to explore more about life during my college life. I participated in various competitions and fund raisers in college while steadily improving my grades. Teach For Nepal has given me a stage to fulfill my duty as a citizen, it has help…

I was born in Kathmandu after my parents moved here from Udaypur in search of a better life. I was a confident, friendly and outspoken person. But in the eighth grade, my personality shifted drastically. I started doubting my abilities, became more introverted and less expressive. This got worse after my parents decided to move the family to Haraicha, Morang. I was stressed and frustrated. I somehow managed to complete my +2 but did not pursue my dream of becoming a nurse. I joined BBA instead. Things got a little better when I was selected for Ace Spectrum 2016. My teacher for entrepreneurship and my senior Ashrina supported me and despite wanting to quit many times, I stuck to it. Participating in that program gave me a much needed boost of confidence. Slowly, I started to once again come out of my shell. I had heard of Teach For Nepal before and thought I should join. The idea was cemented when in 2017, Ashrina whom I look up to joined TFN. I knew then that this was a right …

As a child I wanted to be a helicopter pilot. My house was near an army camp and I would frequently see helicopters fly above my roof. Now, I would like to think that maybe one day I will ride a helicopter not as a pilot but as a passenger. As a student, I performed well academically, however I was too shy to participate in extra curricular activities even when I wanted to. But everything changed when I realized I can grow more and make myself better. My perspective changed after the 2015 earthquake. I volunteered with an organization that was helping earthquake victims and I decided to challenge my fears by going on a solo trip. The experience I had made me realize my abilities and the fact that I can be much more than who I was now. I had the ability to make a difference in someone’s life and bring a change in society. Working as a TFN Fellow, I want to teach the students the importance of education, and encourage them to gain knowledge in the fields they are interested in. I…

I was born in Kyakmi, Syangja. 15 days after my birth, our family shifted to a new house in Rampur, Palpa. Then, we moved to India when I was still very young. Interestingly, my childhood was never spent in one place which was also the reason I found it quite difficult to make new friends. My childhood demanded a lot of adjustments and travels which somehow developed a reserved personality in me. For a very long time, Nepal was a vacation destination for me. When I finally shifted to Rampur to proceed with my life journey, it had basic facilities essential to support living but my expectations were quite high then. Not being able to do what I wanted to do, not being able to have what I craved for and the unexpected weather left me low-spirited. There were no friends to interact with and no guidance from anyone. Because I consumed a lot of time in adjustment and acceptance, I started scanning the opportunities and possibilities around me which resulted in me joining computer classes. …