Sanu Babu Balami: From Footballer to Organic Farmer

Sanu Babu Balami, a resident of Pharping, Dakshinkali, was once a promising football player. Around 2004-2005, he had already secured a place in an A Division Club of Nepal. However, his journey took a different turn as he shifted his focus from sports to agriculture. Having not pursued higher education, Sanu Babu grew up at his maternal uncle’s home. His …

Opening Doors to Opportunities through Non-Formal Education: The Role of Shikharapur Open School

Introduction Education is essential for the overall development of individuals. However, due to various circumstances, many people are unable to complete formal education. For such individuals, non-formal education serves as an effective alternative. The Government of Nepal has been running literacy classes, women and adult schools, non-formal and alternative schools, open schools, and lifelong learning programs to ensure education for …

“From Soil to Success, the Inspiring Story of a Simple Farmer Chinimaya Magrati.”

Chinimaya Magrati lives in Ward No. 5 of Dakshinkali Municipality. She comes from a family that has traditionally made shoes, but she always wanted to try something new and become independent. While her family members chose different jobs, she didn’t want to sit idle. Since many families in the community were engaged in the shoe-making profession, her husband started working …

SCLC’s 60:40 Matching Grant

Shikharapur Community Learning Center (SCLC), under the Youth and Women Sustainable Agriculture Project funded by ONGD-FNEL Luxembourg, recently distributed power tillers to three model female farmers in Dakshinkali Municipality. Prior to this distribution: Distribution Ceremony: The distribution ceremony, held during SCLC’s Annual General Meeting on December 26, 2024, was a significant event attended by dignitaries including the Mayor, Deputy Mayor, …

Learning from the Community: A Social Work Field Trip to SCLC

“Since 1996, students from St. Xavier’s College have been coming to Pharping as part of their social work training. This has established our institution, “A School for Community (ASC),” as a renowned place for hands-on learning. ASC has become a focal point for youth, educators, and social work practitioners, evolving into what we proudly call a “Live Resource Centre.” Today, …

Visit by International Scholars from Hospital of the University of Munich

Public health and medical research exchange scholars from the Hospital of the University of Munich in collaboration with Patan Academy for Health Sciences (PAHS University) paid a visit to Shikharapur CLC. Prof. Dr. Guenter Froeschi, Director of University  coordinated the the international team’s visit. The exchange program targeted to provide an opportunity for scholars and health workers from different parts …

“Creating opportunities; Shikharapur CLC”- Sharing by a social work student

Shikharapur CLC is a community organization on Farping that works to improve the lives of the locals and advance development through a variety of creative concepts. The group concentrates on several initiatives that encourage resourceful living while utilizing sustainable resources. The initiatives cover a wide range of topics, such as agriculture, education, advocacy, and community health. Hundreds of students come …

Learning impactful with SCLC

On September 23, 2022, the students of Social Work from St.Xavier’s College were taken for a field visit to Shikharapur Community Learning Center in order to introduce the students to Community Organizations. The field visit intrigued the students to learn more about the community of Pharping. Some of the students were then given an opportunity to intern at Shikharapur Learning …

 Reusable Washable Sanitary Pad

Reusable Sanitary pads are type of pads that can be washed and reused. Unlike disposable pads, they do not contain any unhealthy chemicals that absorb fluids and reduce sweat. Reusable Sanitary pad is unique and innovative; it can be made from locally available second hand clothing materials which are readily available in the local market in short period of time. …