Author: Sean Marston

In rural Nepal, traditional cooking stoves have long been the norm, but they come with serious drawbacks—high wood consumption, longer cooking times, and harmful smoke that leads to respiratory issues and eye irritation. The burden falls especially on women, who are typically responsible for gathering firewood. As forests shrink, it takes longer and longer to collect wood, putting strain on both families and the environment.

Kal Bahadur, 53, from Tila RM in Jumla, had lived a normal life until the age of 23, when a sudden leg ailment began to take away his ability to walk. His condition worsened over time, and after seeking medical help, doctors diagnosed him with cancer in his left leg. The required amputation left Kal facing not only physical pain but emotional struggles as well, forever altering the course of his life.

Empowerment for women like Ganga means gaining control over their lives, making informed choices, and having the resources and opportunities to pursue their goals. It involves not only economic independence but also social and emotional well-being, as women like Ganga gain confidence, and a sense of belonging within their communities.

"We overcame every obstacle to construct this tank, a standing testament to our collective perseverance."

In the aftermath of the devastating 6.4 magnitude earthquake that struck Nepal’s Jajarkot and Rukum districts, INF Nepal has been actively engaged in providing urgent relief to the affected communities.

16-year-old Bhita Chand was sleeping alone in a ‘period hut’ when she was bitten by a snake. Isolated from her family and community during menstruation in an ancient practice known as chhaupadi, there was no one to help. She died alone.

The 70th INF Day has been celebrated across INF Offices, and a special ceremony was organised to mark this milestone here in Green Pastures Hospital [GPH] on 17th November. The theme for the celebration was “Reflecting the past, celebrating the present and innovating the future.”

The 70th INF Day has been celebrated across INF Offices, and a special ceremony was organised to mark this milestone here in Green Pastures Hospital [GPH] on 17th November. The theme for the celebration was “Reflecting the past, celebrating the present and innovating the future.”

The 70th INF Day has been celebrated across INF Offices, and a special ceremony was organised to mark this milestone here in Green Pastures Hospital [GPH] on 17th November. The theme for the celebration was “Reflecting the past, celebrating the present and innovating the future.”

The 70th INF Day has been celebrated across INF Offices, and a special ceremony was organised to mark this milestone here in Green Pastures Hospital [GPH] on 17th November. The theme for the celebration was “Reflecting the past, celebrating the present and innovating the future.”