Himalayan Nature

25/09/2026

Investing in Youth to Bring Positive Change in the Community

With the motto, "Today's investment in youth for bringing positive changes in the community," the CONNECT Project has been continuously supporting 10 community school Eco-Clubs at various levels, in the buffer zone areas of Shuklaphanta National Park. Most recently, we provided educational materials on biodiversity conservation and Human-Wildlife Conflict (HWC) mitigation, along with books and merchandise designed to motivate youth to actively participate in conservation from a very early age.
Why We Choose Eco-Clubs
We focus on Eco-Clubs because they are the most effective platform for fostering long-term environmental stewardship. Here is why:
• Early Engagement Creates Lifelong Advocates: By targeting students at a young age, we help shape their values and behaviors before unsustainable habits take root. This early exposure turns abstract concepts like "conservation" into lived values.
• Peer-to-Peer Learning: Eco-Clubs create a supportive environment where students learn from each other. This peer-driven model is often more effective than traditional top-down teaching, as it encourages ownership and collective action.
• Community Ripple Effect: Students are powerful messengers. When a child learns about biodiversity or how to safely respond to wildlife encounters, they often share this knowledge with their families and neighbors. This creates a ripple effect, extending the project's impact far beyond the school walls.
• Building a Cadre of Future Leaders: These clubs serve as a training ground for the next generation of conservationists, community leaders, and policymakers who will be equipped to address complex environmental challenges.

Books and merchandise (like t-shirts, badges, or posters) serve as daily reminders and sources of pride. They transform a student from a passive learner into an active participant and a visible ambassador for conservation.
Unlike a one-time workshop, educational materials remain in the school and community. They become a permanent reference library, ensuring that knowledge is sustained and passed down to future club members.

By investing in Eco-Clubs and equipping them with the right educational tools, the CONNECT
Project is not just teaching youth about conservation; we are empowering them to become the leaders who will build a more harmonious and sustainable future for their communities.

25/09/2026

Vacancy Announcement: Project Officer – Agriculture and Livelihood

Himalayan Nature (HN) is seeking a motivated, results-oriented Nepalese candidate for the position of Project Officer – Agriculture and Livelihood under the CONNECT Project.

📍 Duty Station: Kanchanpur (Shuklaphanta National Park)
📅 Duration: 3 months (possible extension based on performance)
💰 Salary: Attractive as per institutional provision

Key Responsibilities:
• Support field-level implementation of agriculture, market system development, and value addition activities, market linkage and business plan development.
• Coordinate with field staff, local governments, BZUCs, and consortium partners
• Assist in documentation, reporting, case study development, and administrative tasks

Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agroforestry, or relevant field
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in market system development, value addition, and business plan development
• Strong documentation, reporting, and case study writing skills
• Excellent coordination and interpersonal skills

To Apply:
Submit your CV and cover letter to [email protected]
Subject line: "Project Officer – Agriculture and Livelihood Application – [Your Name]"
Deadline: 30th September 2026, 5:00 PM NST

🔗 https://www.himalayannature.org/about/job-opportunities/

Follow the link for more detail information: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1I_h6HuASs1nqkT-LArKafhimMvRLs2n4/view?usp=sharing

Himalayan Nature is an equal opportunity employer.

22/09/2026

Today is World Rhino Day.
This World Rhino Day, Nepal shares a story of hope. While the global theme "Keep the Five Alive" reminds us of the fragility of all five remaining rhino species, Nepal stands as a global leader in protecting the Greater One-Horned Rhino. We celebrate another year of zero poaching, a legacy built over more than a decade, and a population that has grown to over 752 individuals, primarily in Chitwan National Park. This success belongs to our park rangers, conservation partners, and local communities who have proven that protecting wildlife and supporting livelihoods can go hand in hand.
The work isn’t done. But “Keep the Five Alive” is not just a slogan. It’s a call to action.
What can you do?
• Support conservation organizations working on the ground
• Speak up against illegal wildlife trade
• Visit accredited zoos and sanctuaries that contribute to breeding and education programs
• Share this post; awareness is the first step
Let us keep the five alive by securing a future for the one that calls Nepal home.

18/09/2026

Planting Today for a Safer Future for Vultures

On the occasion of International Vulture Awareness Day (IVAD), students came together at the Kosi Bird Observatory (KBO) to take a meaningful step toward creating a safer and greener habitat for vultures.
Together, they planted more than 100 native saplings, including Bombax ceiba, Mangifera indica, Azadirachta indica, Dalbergia sissoo, Melia azedarach, and Castanopsis indica.
While planting small saplings may seem like a small step, every sapling represents a commitment to restoring habitats and supporting the ecosystems that sustain these magnificent birds.
Most importantly, engaging young people in conservation from an early age helps nurture a generation that understands, values, and takes responsibility for nature. Their actions today can shape a more conservation-minded future.
Every effort counts. Every sapling matters. And every young conservationist can make a difference.

18/09/2026

Living Safely Alongside Wildlife
Living close to wildlife brings both opportunities and challenges. Understanding wildlife behaviour and knowing how to respond in risky situations can make communities safer while helping protect wildlife.
To strengthen this knowledge, two community awareness programs were conducted in Binayi Triveni–1, Sisani and Binayi Triveni–6, Shivapurgadhi, participated by 84 local residents.
-The sessions explored practical questions that matter in communities living alongside wildlife: When might a tiger, leopard, rhino, sloth bear, or snake become dangerous?
-What can trigger an attack?
-How do these animals respond?
-And, most importantly, what can people do to reduce the risk and stay safe?
The programs also highlighted the growing threat of illegal wildlife trade, including its impacts on biodiversity, relevant legal provisions, and the role of law enforcement in combating wildlife crime.
By sharing practical knowledge and encouraging community participation, these initiatives aim to foster safer communities and more harmonious coexistence between people and wildlife.
The awareness program was a part of the IWT-Tribeni Project “Combating IWT: Strengthening Partnerships and Promoting Resilience of Local Communities,” led by ZSL Nepal and implemented with financial support from the Illegal Wildlife Trade Challenge Fund (IWTCF).

18/09/2026

We are pleased to welcome Mr. Prakash Joshi as Technical Supervisor for the CONNECT Project, based in Kanchanpur, Shuklaphanta National Park.
Mr. Joshi will lead the project's technical components, bringing extensive expertise in Civil and Renewable Energy Technology, with a strong focus on solar-powered systems. He holds a Master's degree in Construction Project Management, specializing in engineering surveying, structural design and cost estimation, RET technology, and construction quality control.
Previously, he served as a Civil Engineering Instructor at Shree Mahendranagar Secondary School, Kanchanpur. His technical background and field-based knowledge will be instrumental in advancing sustainable livelihoods through clean and alternative energy solutions, as well as supporting biodiversity conservation and human–wildlife conflict mitigation.
We warmly welcome Mr. Joshi to the team and look forward to his valuable contributions toward impactful and lasting conservation outcomes.

17/09/2026

15/09/2026

Registration Open | National Conservation Forum (NCF) 2026

Join us for the 2nd National Conservation Forum (NCF) 2026, organized by the IUCN Nepal National Committee.

📅 23–24 September 2026
📍 NTNC Hall, Khumaltar, Lalitpur
🎯 Theme: Scaling Climate Finance for Biodiversity Conservation and Prosperous Nepal

Be part of meaningful discussions, knowledge sharing, and collaboration on biodiversity conservation, climate finance, and sustainable development in Nepal.

🔗 Register your participation: Scan the QR code or use the registration link provided below.

Registration is free. We look forward to welcoming you at NCF 2026!

Registration link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdAjdFSSzSnnjGI5u7eTqqkW3b_dbDrp0lsQlnmQQqTy0MV1g/viewform?usp=dialog