Sue has been involved with taking students studying at Torrens University, through the New Columbo Grant to Nepal since 2023.  Through this grant we are raising funds to support three essential healthcare providers in Nepal – the Community Leadership Nepal Foundation (CLNF), Dhulikhel Hospital, and the Hospital and Rehabilitation Center for Disabled Children (HRDC), that provide various lifesaving community health initiatives.

The Nepal Social Impact Association, formed to engage the public, students and graduates, works directly with community members on projects that improve public health, education, sanitation, and leadership development. Our goal is to build a future where communities are empowered to manage their own development and improve their quality of life.

Our current focus is on raising funds for the following healthcare providers:

Dhulikhel Hospital

Dhulikhel Hospital is an independent, non-government, not-for-profit institution that provides affordable, high-quality healthcare to the people of Nepal. As well there are18 Outreach Centers spread across rural Nepal, Dhulikhel Hospital serves as a critical lifeline for thousands of people, especially in underserved communities.

Learn more: Dhulikhel Hospital https://dhulikhelhospital.org/about-dh/

Hospital and Rehabilitation Center for Disabled Children (HRDC)

HRDC was founded by Dr. Banskota with the mission of providing life-changing care to children with disabilities. Today, it is Nepal’s largest pediatric orthopedic hospital, offering medical interventions, rehabilitation, and social inclusion programs to children in need. With over 25,000 consultations and 2,300 surgeries performed annually.

Learn more: HRDC Nepal https://www.hrdcnepal.org/

Community Leadership Nepal Foundation (CLNF)

Through CLNF, we support local community health initiatives that focus on public health, sanitation, hygiene, and education, especially of young girls and women. Through empowering local leaders and providing resources we can continue to improve healthcare access in rural areas.

Learn more: CLNF Projects https://communityleadershipnepal.org/

Nepal Social Impact Association (NSIA) is an incorporated association established to promote fund raising efforts and collect donated monies. Link to the NSIA

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nepal_social_impact_assoc

Learn & Donate – 10% of the money received from the Graduate Mentoring will be donated to the NSIA.

“Coming together is a beginning, staying together is progress, and working together is success.”