Based in Central, Heena arranges all administrative related works. She oversees logistics management, communication/ correspondence, recording and documentation of administrative works. She also acts as a focal person of Karuna Orthopedics shoes and Koseli ghar.

Based in central office, Kathmandu, Binita Luitel is responsible to explore and ensure suitable treatment options at central or regional level for referred patient, document treatment procedure and prepare a profile who receive treatment. She is responsible to ensure programmatic compliance of the organization and programs to regulatory authorities such as Social Welfare Council. She supports in promoting of role models and ensures visibility along with correct use of visibility materials. She has completed Bachelor’s degree in Mass communication and Journalism and Sociology, recently she is doing her Master’s degree in Sociology. She is also a part of the Young Women Leadership summit in Nepal that oversees leadership through the lens of gender, sexuality and intersectionality.  

Based in Kathmandu, Bunu is responsible for management all the financial related files and documents. She also looks after procurement of goods and services in coordination with the supervisor and ensure the delivery of logistics items at central office. Prior to joining KFN, she was associated with Ullens School in administration department. Talking about her academic qualification, she has completed her Master’s degree in Business Administration from Rajdhani Model College affiliated to Pokhara University specialized in Human Resource Management. Besides that she loves exploring new cuisines and places. She strongly believes in gender equality and equal opportunities.  

Based in Kathmandu, Shobha Maya B.K is responsible to oversee all administrative related works including front desk, vehicle arrangements, booking air tickets, handling petty cash and other. Prior to joining Karuna, she was associated with Worec Nepal and EFS-Helvetas where she was responsible for managing administrative tasks. Since long she has been advocating for ensuring the rights of persons with disability especially women. She has a keen desire to work in the disability sector. Besides her professional life, you can find her jolly, traveling new places and exploring innovative things. 

Based in Kathmandu, Prabina leads the communication and advocacy department. She is responsible for preparing communication and behavioral change materials for further lobby and advocacy. Prior to joining Karuna, she was associated with UEMS Nepal which works in WASH sector. She has completed her Master’s degree from Tribhuwan University. Her interest is to explore new places and opportunities.

Based in Kathmandu, Ms. Gautam looks after overall Human Resource aspect of the organization. In her capacity, she oversees the recruitment and staffing, talent management, facilitating performance analysis, rewarding, employee welfare and engagement and other HR roles that deems necessary. 

Prior to joining KFN, Ms. Gautam was associated with Action Against Hunger (ACF) where she worked in similar roles and responsibilities. Ms. Gautam has completed her Undergrad in Management from Ace Institute of Management affiliated to Pokhara University. Currently she is pursuing Masters in Business Administration specialized in Human Resource Management. Beside her professional interests she loves exploring new places and cuisines. 

Rashmi has more than 6 years of leadership experience in public health program design and project management, and currently leads Disability Prevention and Rehabilitation Program as program manager, based in Kathmandu, with Karuna Foundation Nepal- a team that partners with the Government of Nepal to serve rural communities, primarily persons living with disabilities. Prior to joining Karuna, Rashmi had worked in both humanitarian and developmental sector. She had worked with organizations like International Medical Corps, Possible/ Nyaya Health Nepal, Save the Children, UNICEF, and Women for Women in different capacities. She was also involved with Karuna, 2 years ago, as a research consultant for cost effectiveness of “Inspire2Care” project.  She had recently worked with Possible/ Nyaya Health Nepal as regional lead for Community Healthcare Program, was actively involved in COVID-19 crisis management in Dolakha, and was involved in implementation research with colleagues in Kathmandu and New York. Outside of Karuna, you can find Rashmi reading books, hiking and exploring other interest of hers.

Based in Kathmandu, Mr Krishna leads the monitoring and evaluation department in the organization. He is responsible for the development of the M&E framework with clear M&E plan, monitoring and evaluation of the programs, and conduction of researches. Furthermore, he is involved in implementing the Management Information System of the organization. He contributes to designing the programs and provides strategic direction for the implementation of programs. He is graduated from the University of Tokyo, Japan with a Master of Health Science degree, specialization in community and global health. Before joining Karuna, he was engaged in Population Services International (PSI), HERD Nepal, and other institutions. Besides professional life, he has a keen interest in watching football, cycling and visiting new places.

Dinesh Dhakal oversees the overall finance and admin department of Karuna Foundation Nepal. He is responsible for financial and administrative management, financial planning, reporting, monitoring, and evaluations. He also guides the KFN’s staff with his sound administrative knowledge and provides strategic direction to all central and field level admin and finance staff. While being associated with several organizations like Lutheran World Federation (LWF), Water Aid Nepal , WWF Nepal, he has diverse capabilities to develop a financial management system and is also familiar with the government and development organizations system. He is a University graduate and has more than 15 years of experience in the development field.

Based on Sunsari, Sujan Thapa Magar works as a support staff. He is from Madesha, Sunsari. He has completed his +2 level in management.  

Jyoti Kumari Chaudhary works in KFN, Province Office, Sunsari. Her main responsibilities include handling of incoming and outgoing calls of Karuna Foundation Nepal. She oversees  and manages overall frontdesk. Further, she also supports in carrying out all administrative related works. Talking about her academic qualification, she has completed her +2 in Management. Outside of Karuna, you can find her exploring new places, listening songs and reading books too.  

Based in province office Itahari, Kundan Chaudhary is responsible for all administrative related works of Disability Prevention and Rehabilitation Program. He oversees the overall performance of procurement and logistic, checks compliance, support through sound administrative management. Before joining Karuna, Chaudhary was associated with suppliers’ parties & institutions in Eastern Nepal. His academic background is +2 in management and Bachelor’s degree in Humanities and Social Science from Sunsari Multiple Campus. Besides professional life, he enjoys exploring new places and adventurous journeys. He is proficient in speaking Japanese and Korean language as well.

Sagun Gurung is a Program Officer at Karuna Foundation Nepal (KFN), based in Itahari and is responsible to lead Sunsari/Morang-district team. Her former work experience in safe motherhood has shown her a wider scope of prevention in pregnancy. Currently, her focus is on the prevention of disability under DPRP (Disability Prevention and Rehabilitation Program). Since five years, Sagun has been applying her clinical and theoretical knowledge to Public Health. She pursued her BSc. Nursing from RGUHS, India, and MSc. in International Health Policy from LSE, University of London (Chevening scholar 2018). She is an avid animal lover and spends her free time reading books and gardening.

Sushma Kumari Shrestha, based in Itahari oversees the overall administrative and finance department of Karuna. While worked with various organizations in development sector, she has enriched her knowledge on broad spectrum. She believes working with various organizations and her sound knowledge on accounting principles, well managed personality had pushed her career to a height. You can find her a self-motivated and a result oriented person. Outside of Karuna, she enjoys exploring new places, meeting people and enjoy reading books.

Based in Itahari, Majebul Alam leads the prevention part of Disability Prevention and Rehabilitation program. In his capacity, he oversees the overall performance of the program, check the compliance and provides strategic directions to the thematic managers and the management team. Prior to joining Karuna, Majebul was associated with Ipas Nepal where he worked closely with various public health institutions in far western Nepal to implement family planning program. Mr. Alam completed a Master’s in Public Health with major in Health Management from the SRM University of Chennai, Tamil Nadu India and Bachelor of Public Health from Purbanchal University. Outside of Karuna, you can find him exploring new places and trying new dishes.

Bhabindra BK
Officer- Training and Leadership Development
Based in Itahari, Bhabindra BK supports and manages training, supports in development of training materials, communication, coordination, recording and reporting of the Disability Prevention and Rehabilitation program. In his capacity, he supports in smooth running of the trainings. Before joining Karuna, Bhabindra was associated with NNDSWO where he worked closely with various public human rights and social institutions in Federal, Province no -2, and Karnali province of Nepal to implement the Sajaha Aawaj project. Mr Bhabindra completed a Master’s in Social Science with a major subject in Sociology from the Tribhuwan University of Nepal. Outside of Karuna, you can find him exploring new places and trying new dishes.

Based in Itahari, Ishwor Timilsina leads CBR and manage implementation of Disability Prevention and Rehabilitation program. In short, he is Rehabilitation expert who closely supervises, monitor CBR officer and CBRF. In addition developing plans and programs for maximizing quality of life and movement potential within the spheres of promotion, prevention, treatment/ intervention, habilitation and rehabilitation for the People with Disabilities. Prior to joining Karuna, Ishwor was working as Departmental Head at various Hospitals, Rehabilitation centers and runs his own clinic. Besides that, he was teaching in paramedical colleges and also Board member of NEPTA (Nepal Physiotherapy Association). Mr. Timilsina completed a MSc. in Rehabilitation science with scholarship under SAARC from the BHPI, Savar, Bangladesh and Bachelor of Physiotherapy from HNBG University, Dehradun, India. Apart from Karuna, he is interested in free writings, sports, travelling and making new friends.

Based in Itahari, Satya leads the livelihood component of Disability Prevention and Rehabilitation program. In his capacity, he oversees the planning, implementation, capacity building of relevant staffs and stakeholders in the sector of livelihood. He has wider experience of more than two decades in development sector including 18 years in the sector of livelihoods. Prior to joining Karuna, he was associated with different organisatons like USAID Tayar NepaI, UMN and IDE Nepal where he worked closely with various stakeholders, Municipals, private sectors and service providers from eastern to western Nepal. Mr. Bishwas completed a Master’s Degree in Rural Development

Santosh Ghimire leads the training, leadership and development facet in Karuna Foundation Nepal. Through his aptitude, he manages overall planning, coordination, communication and development of training curriculum, guidelines, manuals along with capacity building/ enhancement of all staff.

Mr. Ghimire has 14 years’ experience in the development sector. He possess an excellent experience in training, integrated health and nutrition sector with nearly 4 years’ experience in USAID funded Suaahara program alone. With Nutrition and Socio-behavior Change Communication as the major focus in his prior experience, Mr. Ghimire worked closely with different levels of government/ non-governmental stakeholders and is well acquainted with Far-western and Eastern Nepal. Prior to Suaahara, he was engaged in NLF for Leprosy Elimination and Rehabilitation program. He is a public health graduate with MPH (Health Management) from SRM University, Chennai and BPH from Purbanchal University. Apart from this professional front, he can be found cooking. He is an avid traveler and aims to wander around the corners and ends of the world someday to quench his thirst for adventure.

Kamal Koirala, is a development worker by profession and a human rights defender by passion. He has had his hands in various areas of peace and development and have been working for the human rights of vulnerable and marginalized groups since last ten years.

Mr. Koirala, have an experience of working for the community people through different nongovernmental organizations; i.e. Women Rehabilitation Center, Common Platform for Common Goal and the United Nations Resident Coordinator’s Office, Nepal. He completed Master’s in Conflict, Peace and Development Studies.

Mr. Koirala manages the team to implement Disability Prevention and Rehabilitation Program in Province 1 and is based in Province Office, Itahari.

Sima Khadgi has been working as support staff in Ilam district since the beginning of Inspire2Care program i.e 2015. She has completed her school level from Ilam district. She also supports the admin work of Ilam district. 

Based in Ilam, Bhim is responsible to implement I2C Program in Deumai Municipality. Prior to joining Karuna, he was associated with Human Right Network and Peace Action Group (PAG) Nepal for 8 years with main responsibility to look after Human rights activities at community level. Thereafter, he was engaged in Woman and Child Office, Ilam, meanwhile he was also engaged in Ilam FM where his responsibility was to look after news editing. He completed Master’s Degree in Sociology and Anthropology and LLB from Tribhuwan University. Beside professional life, he loves travelling and committed towards social work.

Based in Illam, Bimal Kumar Dahal works as an Assistant officer-Program. He oversees the program planning, implementation, monitoring of program activities in Mai Municipality, Illam. Before joining Karuna Foundation Nepal, he was associated with the program of Local Governance Accountability Facility, Community Medication and UNICEF project. Beside this, he has completed his Masters in Rural Development and also pursued his LLB from Tribhuwan University.

Based in Illam, Jit Kumari Sanjel is responsible for administrative and financial related works. She oversees all the administrative works including financial transactions. Talking about her experience, she was associated with District Technical Office of Illam. She has been working with Karuna Foundation since the beginning of Inspire2Care program at Illam. She has completed her Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Jhapa.

Based in Illam, Anil Rimal leads the CBR of Inspire2Care program. In his capacity, he leads and manages implementation of rehabilitation related works, prepares CBR plan for district, implement those plans, monitors and supervise CBRF, coordinate and communicate with concern representatives, maintain record and documentation of CBR works. Prior to joining Karuna, Anil worked as consultant physiotherapist at Manual Therapy and Ortho-Neuro Rehabilitation Center in Lalitpur, Nepal where he worked to alleviate patients pain, help them overcome their physical problems, counsel and motivate them for positive health and work towards evidence based clinical practice for their rehabilitation. Mr. Anil completed a Bachelor in physiotherapy from Laxmi Memorial College of Physiotherapy under Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Science, Karnataka, Bangalore, India.

Based in Illam, Chhabi Shrestha manages all the program activities of Inspire to Care program. He oversees program planning, implementation, provides guidance and monitoring of the program. Prior to joining Karuna, Mr. Shrestha was associated with Local Government and Community Development Program (LGCDP) LGAF unit as a program coordinator in Illam district. He has completed Master’s degree in Education from Tribhuwan University and Bachelor’s degree in Law.

Based on Illam, Sandesh leads the monitoring and evaluation department. He oversees overall performance of program and provides feedback to the thematic managers and team. He is passionate regarding his work which led him to enhance his capacity. He perused his Bachelor’s degree in Public Health from CIST College. Before Karuna, he was associated in Integrated Management and Acute Malnutrition project of Unicef in Bajhang district. Beside this, you can see him exploring new places.

Based in Ilam, Ashok is responsible to look after financial matters of Ilam District. Prior to joining Karuna, he worked as an accountant cum Field Coordinator in AGC Nepal for 1 year. Thereafter he was involved in teaching Accountancy for 8 years. He has completed a Master’s Degree in Business Studies. Besides Karuna, he enjoys traveling, listening to music and social work.

Based in Illam, Pradip Adhikari, works as a Senior Officer- Program. In his capacity, he oversees planning, coordination, facilitation and conduction of trainings, awareness raising sessions and reporting. Before Karuna, Mr. Adhikari was engaged with Human Rights Network and Peace Action Group (PAG), Nepal as Regional Program Coordinator and also engrossed himself in teaching as a lecturer in Modern Campus, Illam.

Talking about his academic background, he has completed Master’s degree in English and Bachelor’s degree in Law and Education. Outside of Karuna, he loves adventurous journey, social work and enjoys studying. 

Ajit Yonjan is an inspiring, effective leader with dynamic personality and excellent communication skills. Based in Illam, Mr Yonjan leads the whole program of Illam and mentor the team members of Karuna Foundation Nepal, Illam. He completed his Master’s degree in Public Administration and Bachelor’s degree in Law (BL) and had served the government as Child Right Officer for 3 years and was also a Lecturer in Shree Ratna Multiple Campus-Ilam for 2 years. Besides this he is a good team leader and has strong management skills along with sound thematic knowledge of KFN’s program.

Based in Duhabi, Prabin Karki assists Project Coordinator in the implementation and operation of “Scaling up Max WASH in Nepal-Integrated WASH and Health Intervention” project as Associate Officer-Program. He involves in planning, implementation, monitoring, facilitation and reporting of the program. Prior to joining Karuna, Prabin was associated with Global Action Nepal as M & E Officer, where he was engaged in mainstreaming the performance of the project, checking the compliance, collecting and analyzing the District data in strengthening Education and Health status of schools girls of Lamjung District. Mr. Karki completed his Bachelors in Public Health (BPH) from Maharajgunj Medical Campus, Institute of Medicine, Tribhuvan University.

Based in Biratnagar, Hira Laxmi Basnet is responsible to oversee overall financial and administrative function. Prior to joining Karuna Foundation Nepal, she was associated with various organizations like The Lutheran World Federation Nepal, AMDA Nepal, Happy Nepal and SoVAA Support and Coordination Team under various departments like admin/finance, procurement and operational. She is self-motivated, result oriented, flexible, hardworking, willing to learn new things and learning attitude person. She has more than 14 years of experience in the field of finance and grant management, internal control, audit, taxation, local laws, general administration including logistic and fleet management, security, procurement, inventory management, communications, documentation, monitoring and negotiation skills. She has diverse capabilities to develop financial management system in the organization. She believes team work can create miracles. She holds Master degree in Business Studies (MBS) from Tribhuwan University faculty of management.

Based at Biratnagar, Payal Agrawal works at Karuna Foundation Nepal as a CBR officer with clinical experience of 8 yrs. She is responsible to oversee disability prevention and rehabilitation program where her main roles include planning, implementation, monitoring and guide CBRF and capacitate them for the implementation of DPRP. Prior joining Karuna, Payal was associated with Neuro hospital as a clinical physiotherapist and also run her private physio care clinic. She has also conducted various talk shows at community regarding fitness and women health. Ms. Agrawal completed her undergrad from Santosh Medical College (Meerut University) in 2012.

Rajib Kumar Chaudhary, a program officer at Karuna Foundation Nepal based in Morang is responsible to carry out all the program activities of Disability Prevention and Rehabilitation Program. His main responsibility includes program planning, implementation, tracking, monitoring and evaluation. His former experiences in project planning, implementation, and management as a Cluster coordinator, Quality improvement Officer in various organizations has provided him a wider experiences on programs and its implementation. His major areas of proficiency includes Reproductive health and women rights, ENA/EHA,Maternal and child health, Family planning and Nutrition, GESI, WASH, TB and HIV/AIDS etc. He has pursued his Masters degree in Public Health.

Based in Itahari, Shyam kishor Sah leads the Disability Prevention and Rehabilitation program. In his capacity, he oversees the overall performance of the program, take the key responsibilities like leadership and management of CBR works, and prepare periodic work plan, implementation, monitoring and supervision of CBRF in palika, coordination and communication for rehabilitation, assistive devices and referral. Prior to joining Karuna, Shyam was associated with Humanity & Inclusion (HI) Nepal where he worked as Rehabilitation Physiotherapist closely with Dhading District Hospital, health institutions in community and DPOs in Nepal to implement Health System strengthening program. Mr. Sah completed a Certificate Level in Physiotherapy and Bachelors in Physiotherapy from the Kathmandu University School of Medical Sciences (KUSMS) Dhulikhel Nepal and CPT from Kathmandu University, Dhulikhel Medical institute. Outside of Karuna, you can find him exploring new places.

Based in Duhabi, Sunsari, Sitaram Sah works as an Assistant Officer-Program. He oversees WASH and holistic development Project in Sunsari. During his tenure in Karuna, he was engaged in many projects-share & care, disability prevention and Rehabilitation Program. To talk about his academic qualifications, he has completed his Bachelor’s degree in Health Education. Except WASH, he has sound knowledge on CBR also.

Based in Sunsari, Itahari, Priti Khadka supports in the monitoring and evaluation of Disability Prevention and Rehabilitation Program.  She provides technical support to Palikas and other necessary supports to the team by helping in development of plan, reporting and documentation, collect and compile periodic reports and timely submission of reports to Province Office. Prior joining Karuna Foundation Nepal, she was associated with Aasaman Nepal where she worked closely with District Health Office, hospital and health posts of Dolpa District to implement the Integrated Management of the Acute Malnutrition Program. Talking about her academic background, she had completed Bachelor of Nursing from Purbanchal University and Proficiency Certificate Level in Nursing from Tribhuvan University. Beside professional life, in her spare time, she likes to read novels and gardening. Besides, she is also passionate about travelling to new places.  

Based in Itahari, Deepika carries out prevention program at Barakshetra. In her capacity, she plans, implements, coordinates, monitors and documents the program activities. Prior to joining Karuna, Deepika was associated with Primary Health Care Revitalization Division, DoHS where she worked with various NGOs and INGOs for preventing NCDs and mental health. Ms. Kattel has completed a Bachelor degree in Public Health from Nobel College, Sinamangal. Outside of Karuna, she enjoys travelling to new places and reading novels.

Based in Biratnagar, Umesh Kunwar leads the Community Based Rehabilitation sector of Disability Prevention and Rehabilitation program. In his capacity, he provides physiotherapy treatment, which reduces the occurrence of disability and helps to uplift the quality of life of people living with disabilities. Prior to joining Karuna, Umesh was associated with Civil Service Hospital, where he provided physiotherapy treatment to a variety of cases. Mr. Umesh completed a Bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy from Kathmandu University School Of Medical Sciences. Outside of Karuna, you can find him exploring new places along with photography and playing Cricket. 

Based in Itahari, Bharati  is working as a CBR-Officer under Disability Prevention and Rehabilitation program. Talking about her responsibility, she ensures the quality of rehabilitation services for person with Disability in community and guide the community Facilitator in providing the basic rehabilitation techniques for beneficiaries. Prior to joining Karuna, Bharati was associated with CBR Biratnagar , Nepal where she worked closely in rehabilitation for children and person with disability in province no.1 and had also worked as a Physiotherapist in Nobel Medical college and Teaching Hospital, Biratnagar, Nepal. She has completed her Bachelor degree in Physiotherapy from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore India.  Outside of Karuna, you can find her jolly, friendly and enjoys visiting new places.

Based in Dhankuta, Arpana Rai leads the community based rehabilitation sector of Disability Prevention and Rehabilitation Program. In her capacity, she leads and manages the CBR work in the district and ensures that all children and people with disabilities receive medical and physiotherapy treatment. Prior to joining Karuna, Arpana was associated with Revive Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Center where she provided physiotherapy treatment to different cases. Ms. Rai completed her Bachelor’s degree of Physiotherapy from Kathmandu University School of Medical Sciences, Dhulikhel. Outside of Karuna, you can find her enjoying, painting and travelling to new places.

Sudersan Dhakal is a kind heart guy, helpful thought in mind and behave. Based in Dhankuta, he works as an officer-Finance. Mr. Dhakal is post graduated in Financial Management from Tribhuban University with sufficient knowledge of financial planning, budgeting and management skills in various development organizations. He has more than 6 years of professional experience in NGOs, private sector and Audit Company. Outside of Karuna, he likes sports and is much interested in looking national and international cricket/football games via electronic media as well as eager to explore and updates on contemporary news regarding IT and about professional issues

Based in Dhankuta, Dinesh is working as an Officer-Program under Disability Prevention and Rehabilitation Program (DPRP). He leads the DPRP program by proper planning and implementation. Before Karuna, Mr. Nepal was associated with District Health Office and Nepal Red Cross Society, Sindupalchowk. Talking about his academic background, he has completed Health Assistant from Green Tara College of Health Science and BPH from Yeti Health Science Academy. Outside of Karuna, Nepal loves reading books and travelling new places.  

Based in Dhankuta, Dipendra Shrestha leads the monitoring and evaluation of Disability, Prevention and Rehabilitation Program (DPRP). In his capacity, he oversees the overall performance of the program, check the compliance and provides strategic direction to the thematic district officers. Prior to joining Karuna, Shrestha was associated with different NGOs in eastern region to implement socio-economic development programs/projects. Mr. Shrestha completed a Master’s in sociology from the Tribhuvan University (Post Graduate Campus, Biratnagar).

Ishwor Adhikari aspires to introduce himself as evidence based practitioner and his motto is serving people.  Based in Panchthar district, Ishwor works as CBR officer. His main responsibilities includes overseeing disability prevention and rehabilitation program and guide the CBRF in Panchthar District. He monitors all the CBRF and provides onsite coaching to them in planning, capacitate them for implementation. He has recently completed his Bachelor degree in Physiotherapy from Kathmandu University School of Medical Science, Dhulikhel, Nepal. Apart from academic, he enjoys playing football and volleyball. He loves photography and exploring new Places too.

Genuine, Motivated and Career Orientated, with the motto of serving people, Chudamani Dulal (Ashish) has recently joined Karuna Foundation Nepal. His main roles and responsibilities includes overview of finance and administration section of Panchthar District. Prior to joining Karuna Foundation Nepal, he has gained invaluable experience in different organizations like HURENDEC Nepal (USAID funded Sabal Project and World Vision Intl funded MCHN Project), Beautiful Coffee Nepal (CVCDP project funded by European Union). He is competent in using accounting software (FAMAS and IPAS) and got experienced on supply chain management system and administrative functions. He has completed his Bachelor in Business Studies (BBS) from Shanker Dev Campus, Kathmandu. Apart from academic career, he loves to engage in social services, travelling and watching movies.

Based in Panchthar, Narendra Chand leads the monitoring and evaluation of Disability Prevention and Rehabilitation program. In his capacity, he oversees the overall performance of the program, check the compliance and provides support to the thematic officers and the management team. Prior to joining Karuna, Narendra was associated with HERD Nepal where he worked closely with various public health institutions in western Nepal to implement Tuberculosis program. Mr. Chand completed a Bachelor in Public Health from Purbanchal University and currently studying Master in Sociology in Tri-chandra campus. Outside of Karuna, you can find him exploring new places and adventurous.

Based in Bhojpur, Muna Duwadi works as an Officer-Monitoring and Evaluation in Karuna Foundation Nepal. In her capacity, she oversees the monitoring and evaluation of the Disability Prevention and Rehabilitation program, check the compliance and provides support to the thematic officers and the management team. Prior to joining Karuna, Muna was associated with Suaahara program where she worked closely for data management and documentation activities associated with health and nutrition program. Talking about her academic qualification, Ms. Muna completed her Bachelors in Public Health from Pokhara University and currently pursuing her Masters in Population Studies from Prithvi Narayan Campus.  In her leisure time, you can find her watching reality shows and reading novels.

Based in Bhojpur, Soniya Pun leads the Community Based Rehabilitation sector of Disability Prevention and Rehabilitation program. In her capacity, she orients on disability prevention and rehabilitation program, coordinates with palikas and provides rehabilitation support to the persons with disabilities. Prior to joining Karuna, Soniya was associated with Health at Home organization where she worked closely with physiotherapists, patients with different conditions in their home setting as well as other medical team members. Ms. Pun completed her Bachelor’s in Physiotherapy from the Kathmandu University School of Medical Sciences (KUSMS), Dhulikhel. Outside of Karuna, you can find her enjoying trekking, trying new dishes and enjoying whatever she does.

Based in Bhojpur, Kalpana Nepal leads the prevention and programmatic part of Disability Prevention and Rehabilitation program. In her capacity, she oversees the overall program activities along works together with thematic managers and the management team. Prior to joining Karuna, Kalpana had worked under Health Office, Dhankuta, where she worked closely with various health institutions and conducted public health programs. Talking about her academic background, Ms. Kalpana completed a Bachelor’s in Public Health from Asian College for Advance Studies, Lalitpur from Purbanchal University. Outside of Karuna, you can find her exploring new places and trying new dishes.

Based in Bhojpur, Rajendra Parajuli is responsible to look after admin/finance department and lead the team of Bhojpur District. Prior to joining Karuna Foundation Nepal, he was associated with various organizations like Tuki Association, Sunkoshi and Save the Children under various departments like program, admin/finance and operational.. He has long experience in development section. Talking about his academic qualification, he has completed his graduation in Business Studies. Besides Karuna Foundation Nepal, he enjoys travelling new places, listening to music and social work.

Based in Sankhuwasabha district, Aakriti Poudel works as a CBR officer. She is responsible to oversee Disability Prevention and Rehabilitation Program where her main roles include coordination with Palikas, guide and orient CBRFs and capacitate them for the implementation of DPRP. She also provides physiotherapy treatment. She has recently completed her Bachelor’s of Physiotherapy (BPT) from Kathmandu University School of Medical Sciences, Dhulikhel Hospital. Apart from Karuna, she loves exploring different places, cooking different dishes and enjoys reading books.

Based in Sankhuwasabha, Manoj Paudel work on Disability Prevention and Rehabilitation Program. In his capacity, he oversees the overall implementation and performance of the program in district, support to local governments and other stakeholders for effective implementation of program within district. Prior to joining Karuna, Manoj was associated closely with private health institutions to implement family planning and safe abortion program under the Women’s Health Project in Tanahun District. Mr. Manoj completed a Bachelor’s degree in Public Health from Tribhuvan University. As a person, you can find him simple, friendly and kind.

Based in Sankhuwasabha, Sudeep B.C leads the Community Based Rehabilitation program at Sankhuwasabha district. Mr. B.C has proven knowledge on General Medicine and Physiotherapeutic interventions. And has equipped knowledge on Electrotherapeutic Modalities and assistive devices as well as analytical and management abilities. Mr. B.C completed his Bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Science, Karnataka, India and PCL in General Medicine from CTEVT, Nepal. Talking about his professional experience, Mr. B.C has more than one year of experience as Health Assistance in hospital and over one year experience in home care as a Physiotherapist. Besides Karuna, you can find him kind and jolly.

Based in Sankhuwasabha, Bikram Basnet leads the Finance and administration department of Sankhuwasabha district under Disability Prevention and Rehabilitation Program. He oversees financial planning, monitoring and evaluation along with provides financial strategic direction in Sankhuwasabha. Mr. Basnet has a sound knowledge of accounting software, has analytical ability, and good knowledge of government tax policies. While worked with different organizations since 5 years, he advanced his knowledge in sound financial reporting and proven management procedures. As a person, you can find him kind and entertaining.

Based in Sankhuwasabha, Suraj Kumar Sardar leads the monitoring and evaluation works of Sankhuwasabha District under Disability Prevention and Rehabilitation program. In his capacity, he oversees the overall performance of the program in District level, support and coordinate with local governments and other stakeholders for effective implementation of program within district and also support all team members to implement the program effectively as a team leader. Prior to joining Karuna, Suraj was associated with Ministry of social development, province 1, where he worked as section officer (province development volunteer) and worked closely with different district health offices and other government institutions especially health institutions and managed all the work records of volunteers as appointed by MOSD and also supported in different campaigns and programs conducted by MOSD. Mr. Sardar completed a Bachelor’s in Public Health from Purbanchal University. Outside of Karuna, you can find him simple, friendly and kind.