Global Hearts Support Fulchowk Farmers After Flood

“SCLC, in partnership with ONGD-FNEL, has launched a vital support initiative for flood-affected farmers in Fulchowk village, Ward No. 6 of Dakshinkali Municipality.  This project was inspired by students from Windesheim Honors College, Netherlands, who visited Fulchowk to study local farming systems. Following the devastating flash flood that washed away many farms, these students raised funds through GoFundMe. ONGD-FNEL contributed unspent …

“From Uncertainty to Confidence Through Education and Skills.”- a success story of Devraj Praja

Name: Devraj PrajaDate of Birth: May 30, 2004Hometown: Rapti Rural Municipality, ChitwanBackground: Marginalized Chepang community, farming family, limited financial resourcesCurrent Status: Completed Grade 10 and CTEVT-certified training in House Wiring Early Life and Challenges Born into a large farming family in Rapti Rural Municipality, Chitwan, Devraj Praja’s early life was shaped by financial hardship. His parents, along with his three sisters and one brother, relied on agriculture to make …

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 …