by Tina Gleisner | Jul 28, 2025 | Updates, Awareness, Blog, Newsletter
After living in Tokyo and working in multiple Asian countries for three years, I found that the best way to learn about new countries and cultures is through the people living there. Volunteering provides a great way to immerse yourself in a country’s culture by...
by Arun Aryal | Feb 28, 2025 | Updates, Awareness, Blog, Newsletter
Children should feel safe whether it is at home, in school, or in their communities. They should be able to focus on their dreams rather than fear violence, harassment, or abuse. To that end, our Staff and team of mentors are always looking for signs of problems for...
by Arun Aryal | Jan 30, 2025 | Newsletter, Aayush, Updates, Awareness, Blog
Introduction When we think of Nepal, images of majestic mountains, serene landscapes, and warm, smiling faces often come to mind. While the country is known for its natural beauty and cultural richness, there is a lesser-discussed but deeply pressing issue lying...
by Tina Gleisner | Nov 30, 2024 | Awareness, Blog, Newsletter, Updates
When I discovered the Rukmini Foundation website a year ago, it helped me learn more about the challenges Nepali girls have staying in school through high school graduation. As I dug further, my interest grew and ultimately led me to join the Rukmini board of...
by Sirjana Waiba | Nov 29, 2024 | Updates, Program, Blog, Newsletter, Didi Program
The late Monsoon of 2024 brought heavy rainfall in Nepal, causing historic flooding and landslides. The floods swept away homes, farmland, roadways and more on its way. The resulting landslides blocked roads, damaged houses and even school buildings. Scores of people...