Heifer Nepal and NCBL’s Landmark Initiative in Empowering Women-led Cooperatives
On March 30, 2025, Heifer International Nepal, in collaboration with the National Cooperative Bank Limited (NCBL), marked a significant milestone in financial empowerment by distributing symbolic loan cheques to women-led cooperatives in Dang. This initiative strengthens access to finance for smallholder farmers and agribusinesses, fostering economic growth and sustainable livelihoods. The event was well-received by […]
Indira Pokhrel’s Inspiring Journey From Hardship to Leadership
-By Shahira Thapa In the heart of Model Dairy Village, Kamalamai, Sindhuli, Indira Pokhrel defied societal norms to become a beacon of women’s empowerment. Once financially dependent, she now manages a thriving dairy cooperative, proving that with determination and opportunity, women can transform their lives and communities. A Life Turned Upside Down: Indira grew up […]
Heifer Maeul Library Opens at Shree Janajyoti School, Sindhuli, Celebrating a Milestone in Girls’ Education
-By Shahira Thapa Heifer Nepal is excited to share about the inauguration of the Heifer Maeul Library, a community library dedicated to empowering the girls and women of Shree Janajyoti Secondary School and the surrounding community in Phosretar, Sindhuli on 10th February, 2025. This milestone represents a significant advancement in Heifer’s Girl Child Education (GCE) […]
Asia Council Meeting: Understanding New Program Model- Learnings and Way Forward
-Prabin Gurung From February 6-9, the Asia Council Meeting was hosted in the picturesque city of Pokhara, Nepal, a significant gathering that brought together the leadership team, steering committee, board members, and representatives from across Asia, Africa, and the Americas. This convergence of minds focused on understanding Heifer’s New Program Model, sharing key learnings, and […]
Educated and Empowered
-By Shahira Thapa Photo: Shobha Kumari Bhandari standing in front of her farm “Farming isn’t just for the uneducated, educated individuals can also excel through innovation, record-keeping, profit calculation, and maintaining high standards of cattle care and biosafety. I want to encourage young women to be independent, proactive, and share this knowledge with others.” – […]
The Power Pair
-By Dolma Ghale Photo: Anita Adhikari and Surotam Adhikari (couple), standing in front of their cowshed. Individually, they are strong, but together they are a force to be reckoned with! “We are extremely grateful to Heifer for their support. The cow has performed exceptionally well, and we are satisfied with the results. So far, we […]
A Journey of Love and Unshakable Support
-By Nabina Basnet “Last year, when my hand was injured while cutting grass with the machine, my world crumbled. Losing my ring finger was devastating, and I suddenly couldn’t take care of the cows or feed them by myself. In those dark moments, my wife made an incredible sacrifice. She closed her grocery shop to […]
Just Another Obstacle, Faced and Conquered!
-By Dolma Ghale Photo: Sarita standing in front of her cowshed. “After the death of my cow and my kidney stone surgery, I felt extremely low and discouraged. I met with representatives from SIDS Nepal and told them I couldn’t manage the cows anymore and would return them to avoid neglecting them. However, the teams […]
Empowering Dreams Through Dairy Farming
-By Shahira Thapa Background: Kabita Neupane, a pioneering entrepreneur and mother of four, is a beacon of resilience and empowerment in her community. Over two decades ago, she started dairy farming with two cows gifted by relatives during a tough financial period. Despite her husband’s modest earnings, Kabita’s determination and hard work have transformed her […]
The Adhikari Family’s Radiant Dairy Winner
-By Nabina Basnet Photo: Rukmani Adhikari infront of her cow farm. “Every morning starts with a prayer and the sacred ritual of placing tika on my cows. They are not just animals; they are the heartbeat of my family, nurturing our dreams and granting me the strength of independence.” – Rukmani Adhikari Background & Journey: […]
