Despite the progress that has been made in terms of education enrollment for children in Nepal over the last 2 decades, there is still a significant disparity in access to education between boys and girls in Nepal, especially in poor, rural areas. With over 80% of the population living in rural areas, you can imagine that there is a tremendous problem here.
The Rukmini Foundation was established in 2011 to address the root causes of discrimination and disenfranchisement of girls in vulnerable areas of Nepal. With that in mind, we have set out to achieve the following mission
Our Mission
The Rukmini Foundation’s mission is to empower girls through a holistic approach so that we can eradicate child marriage, end gender inequality, and enable a more equitable and prosperous Nepal.
The Challenges
Poverty has many causes, but too often the biggest victims are women and girls, and without access to education, the cycle of poverty and discrimination continues for generations of the poorest girls and women in places like Nepal.
The Solution
The girls who are often the biggest victims of poverty are in fact the most important agents of change in solving those issues. Educating a girl is considered one of the greatest investment for any nation, especially underdeveloped nations like Nepal. Learn about Rukmini’s unique approach to tackling these issues through our Holistic programs.
The Faces of Hope
Get to know the girls who are forging a new path for their lives through education. Learn about their families, their interests, and the challenges they are trying to overcome.
Meet the Team
We would like to acknowledge our team of board members, staff and volunteers who work tirelessly to realize the mission of the Rukmini Foundation. We are fortunate to have such a diverse group of talented people working with us to achieve our common goal of empowering underprivileged girls through the power of education.
