Habitat for Humanity Nepal

13/04/2026

Habitat for Humanity Nepal wishes everyone a Happy New Year 2083!

13/04/2026

A bamboo home raised above flood level, wide doorways, and WASH infrastructures. Designed around one family's needs and better for every single person inside.

"It is ours," says Bhogi Ram, homeowner, Mukhiyapatti Musarniya Rural Municipality.

Read more: https://habitatnepal.org/an-even-ground-for-bhogi/

Habitat Nederland Habitat for Humanity Asia-Pacific

10/04/2026

"I spent my whole life working on other people's land. Today, even at this age, I feel peace knowing my family finally has a place of our own."

- Jharku Rishidev, 62

Read Jharku and Indraa's story: https://habitatnepal.org/a-door-with-indraa-and-jharkus-name/

Habitat Nederland

09/04/2026

451 new houses built in FY2025.

Habitat for Humanity Nepal's Annual Report is out. A year of construction, community, and the belief that every family deserves a safe home.

Read more: http://habitatnepal.org/annual-report

09/04/2026

She bought land for a house. She built a toilet, because for her daughters and daughter-in-law, safety could not wait.

Sarita's story from Saptari, on what "home" really means for women and girls. Read more: https://habitatnepal.org/the-house-can-wait/

In Saptari, a family bought land for a home and built a toilet instead. It was not a compromise. It was a decision about what safety means.  In Birpur Tole, Saptari, the plot of land Sarita Devi Ram’s family purchased was meant for a house. They built a toilet instead. Sarita’s, 40, family, ho...

07/04/2026

Sulochana was home when she came across a notice for a WASH volunteer position. What began as a casual decision quickly turned into a strong sense of purpose. Sulochana felt that her village was lagging behind in maintaining cleanliness at the household and community level. She had seen how poor WASH practices were leading to frequent illness, disease, and, in some cases, even loss of life.

She now goes door to door, sits with women in her community, and talks about the small, everyday things that keep a family healthy. She's reached more than 18 women in her first round of sessions alone. But it's the conversations between sessions, squeezed in between cooking and caring for her own family, that she says matter just as much.

"Only when people truly change their habits and live healthier lives will I feel that I have accomplished something," Sulochana says. Not recognition. Not numbers. Just people, living better. On World Health Day, we're thinking of everyone who works quietly, and persistently, toward that kind of change.

한국국제협력단(Korea International Cooperation Agency)

03/04/2026

Survivors of the devastating 2015 earthquake, Tahal and Karmasara lost nearly everything. But in 2017, Habitat for Humanity Nepal, in collaboration with partner organization and Panchkhal municipality, were able to help them build a new, safe home in Kavre district.

Tahal, who lives with a disability, is lovingly cared for by his wife, Karmasara. Their bond is one of deep compassion and partnership. Today, their Habitat home stands as a symbol of resilience and unconditional love, a place where they continue to support each other, surrounded by peace and belonging

At Habitat Nepal, we believe that safe housing is the foundation for strength, stability, and self-reliance. Together, we empower families like Tahal and Karmasara to rebuild not just their homes, but their futures.

01/04/2026

📢 Opportunities!

Habitat for Humanity Nepal invites qualified private entities to submit proposals for consultancy.

Interested applicants are encouraged to review the details and submission requirements in the link: https://habitatnepal.org/opportunities/

01/04/2026

Something first-of-its-kind is happening, and it has to do with bamboo. Representatives from two municipalities in Kavre just travelled to Lahan to make it possible. And no, it's not an April Fool's prank!

Santi Jana Aadarsha Sewa Kendra - SJASK

26/03/2026

Habitat for Humanity Nepal and WaterAid Nepal have signed a Memorandum of Understanding, marking a shared commitment to advancing sustainable access to clean water, sanitation, and hygiene for all.

By combining our complementary strengths, we will collaborate on policy advocacy, action research, knowledge sharing, and capacity building, while piloting innovative models that promote economic development and circular solutions.

Together, we aim to integrate WASH and housing interventions to strengthen community resilience, improve living conditions, and promote inclusive, sustainable infrastructure for all.

23/03/2026

An afternoon of reflection, learning, and appreciation 🌸

Our International Women’s Day gathering brought colleagues together to share powerful and personal stories of impact, celebrate the women who shape our lives, and reflect on our journeys as professionals and individuals.

A highlight of the session was the insightful talk by Durga Karki, who took us through the history of International Women’s Day, unpacking its socio-political and economic roots. Her session encouraged us to think more critically about how these contexts shape the realities of the communities we work with, and how they can inform more thoughtful, inclusive, and effective program design.

The session reminded us that meaningful change begins with understanding, empathy, and reflection.

23/03/2026

Habitat for Humanity Nepal and the Institute of Engineering (IOE) have formalized a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on advancing research and development of green construction materials.

This partnership will focus on strengthening policy advocacy and promoting climate-adaptive, culturally appropriate housing solutions. A key area of collaboration includes the advancement of bamboo technology and other sustainable building materials.

Together, this initiative reflects a shared commitment to driving innovation and building more resilient, sustainable communities.