Blog: Nepal

*DG Village, Nepal

I spent most of the time visiting with the families in the community. When they are busy with their work, I go to their workplace and encourage them. 

I teach about personal health and sanitation which is very important. Villagers are benefitting from their small businesses and goat rearing. 

JT Village, Nepal

*DG Village, Nepal

This month, we taught and raised awareness about slavery prevention in the community. Women’s groups willingly participated for the lesson and discussion. They said it is very important that every member, especially mothers and their children, be aware about it.

In our village, people are now more conscious about the importance of using the toilet. Some people are building their toilets. It’s a good thing that the government is also encouraging the villagers to build their own toilets.

*JT Village, Nepal

*DG Village, Nepal

During this quarter, I've been following up by teaching lessons on health, hygiene, and disease prevention to the children’s and women’s groups. The community responded saying that Transformational Community Development (TCD) lessons are so simple but very necessary and powerful tools for community development.

*JT Village, Nepal

This past month, the women and children groups were more interested in learning about personal hygiene. Even to open places without shelter, they come ready to learn about new things. Their health status seemed to be improving when we met with them outside. They are also more obedient and helpful.

When we added additional free tutoring classes for the schoolchildren, they improved in their studies. Now student numbers have increased up to around 30-40 students every day. These tutoring classes are not only open to certain schools but also for students from all religious backgrounds like Hindu, Buddhist, Muslim, and Christian. Most children come from families whose parents work in the factory industry or are jobless and can't pay the teacher.

This month, we focused on our work in the field. Farmers are encouraged and willing to do their best. We had group discussions, taught lessons on family planning, personal health, and hygiene and discussed creating better income by doing small business. We continued with house visits to encourage the farmers.

Martha Rai’s family was typical of those with very poor economic status, but now she does tomato farming. GHNI gave her agricultural training and support to start a farm. She is so curious to learn and benefit from our Transformational Community Development (TCD) lessons. Now Martha Rai’s increased income has helped with her family’s expenses and children’s education. Her family members are so happy.  Martha Rai is very thankful to our GHNI team for supporting her, and now she trains other villagers in her community.

Sushil B
GHNI TCD Worker