In a country where access to education can often be limited, Gandys and Chora Chori Nepal (CCN) are working tirelessly to break down barriers and create lasting change. This project not only focuses on academic learning but also on holistic development, ensuring that children receive the support, care, and resources they need to thrive. From renovating schools and providing essential supplies to fostering a nurturing community, Gandys' education project is a beacon of hope for many young minds in Nepal.

CHORA CHORI NEPAL – GIVING CHILDREN A BETTER START

One of the global children's projects we support is Chora Chori Nepal, the community-focused organisation that works directly in communities with vulnerable children and women. Here are just some of the incredible projects they have completed so far this year, with the help of our donations:

Helping with the finances

50 children from mostly poor marginalised communities of migrant workers and domestic help have received stationery and scholarships, covering fees for schooling and exams that will prevent them dropping out for financial reasons.

Providing bags and water bottles

What some kids see as everyday items can be seen as luxuries by others. In Nepal, it can be difficult to find reusable (Coke/Fanta/juice) bottles for water at school, let alone bags to carry books or stationery. CCN has provided essential kit such as this to 129 students from 5 schools.

Managing conflict, stress and the future

A conflict management workshop was held in Path Pardarshak School and attended by 19 teachers, while teachers and parents joined a conflict management session in Tulashadevi Basic School. CCN also conducted two awareness classes for grade 11 and 12 students on child marriage and its legal provisions.

Helping with the legals

CCN continues to provide legal support to ensure that children are receiving every cent of the compensation money they are due, and that their documentation is in order, from birth certificates to citizenship papers.

Bringing comfort and style to the classroom

Tulashadevi Basic School was rebuilt after being completely destroyed by the 2017 earthquake, but CCN added final comfort with financial aid for carpeting and painting. The children love their smart new classroom walls and warm floor!

Financial support for two special students thanks to CCN – and you

Bipana Yonjan is 10 years old and has two younger siblings. After the earthquake her parents lost their jobs at the brick kiln and started farming in a slum area by the Bagmati River. A lack of land ownership documents brings a constant threat of homelessness, and regular schooling is financially impossible. Monthly support has given Bipana regular schooling, as well as a school bag and stationery.

Bhagyashwori Singh is 4 years old, from a remote village nearly 700km from Kathmandu. After her father died she and her mother were thrown out of the house. They moved to Kathmandu where she was locked in her room while her mother worked as a cleaner. They both now live in St Anne’s Hostel and Bhagyashwori goes to the nursery in Kitini School.

These are just some of the projects that our donations help support. But with nine projects around the world, there’s always more we can do. Thank you for helping us to help them.