{"id":292,"date":"2019-11-12T10:46:08","date_gmt":"2019-11-12T10:46:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/?page_id=292"},"modified":"2025-12-24T09:26:19","modified_gmt":"2025-12-24T09:26:19","slug":"people","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/ne\/people\/","title":{"rendered":"People"},"content":{"rendered":"<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"292\" class=\"elementor elementor-292\" data-elementor-settings=\"{&quot;ha_cmc_init_switcher&quot;:&quot;no&quot;}\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-ce7c129 elementor-section-full_width elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"ce7c129\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;_ha_eqh_enable&quot;:false}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-df675e1\" data-id=\"df675e1\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0fc0a23 elementor-widget elementor-widget-widget-team\" data-id=\"0fc0a23\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"widget-team.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n<div class=\"contents\">\n    <div class=\"ast-container\">\n        <div class=\"row\">\n            <div class=\"contents__links\">\n\n                <ul><li><a href=\"#\" class=\"staff-team active\" data-filter=\".staff-team\">Staff<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#\" class=\"trainee\" data-filter=\".trainee\">Trainee<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#\" class=\"intern\" data-filter=\".intern\">Intern<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#\" class=\"nepal-board\" data-filter=\".nepal-board\">Nepal Board<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#\" class=\"u-s-board\" data-filter=\".u-s-board\">U.S. Board<\/a><\/li><\/ul>            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"contents__cards\">\n\n                \n                <div\n                    class=\"contents__cards--items wl-people staff-team  col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 col-xs-12\">\n                    <a href=\"#\" class=\"member-info\" data-id=\"733\">\n                        <div class=\"team-member-wrapper\">\n                            <div class=\"image\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/hima-500x401.jpeg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>                            <div class=\"details\">\n                                Hima Bista                                <span> Executive Director<\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/a>\n                    <div class=\"overlay-popup team-popup\" style=\"display: none;\"><div class=\"popup\"><div class=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/hima.jpeg\"><\/div><div class=\"details\"><div class=\"title\"><h3>Hima Bista<\/h3>Executive Director<\/div><div class=\"info\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hima is the Executive Director of Women LEAD Nepal, a feminist organization based in Nepal. She identifies as a fierce feminist fueled by an unbridled passion to build an inclusive society bereft of all forms of gender-based violence. She actively advocates for gender rights through Dignified Menstruation, and Rage Against Rape. Hima has 21 years of experience working in the development sector, she has been the Managing Director at Possible | Nyaya Health Nepal, designing strategies and overseeing implementation to improve healthcare for underserved communities. She was also the Head of Human Resources at DFID Nepal (UKAID) for 6 years.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hima received her MBA from Kathmandu University, School of Management, and her MPhil in English from the Institute of Advanced Communication, Education and Research (IACER) in Nepal.\u00a0She is also the Co-Founder of Achaar Ghar: House of Pickles, Kitchen Recipe and is the Executive Board Member at the Federation of Women Entrepreneurs Association of Nepal (FWEAN). <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><a class=\"close\" href=\"#\">&times;<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>                <\/div>\n\n                \n                <div\n                    class=\"contents__cards--items wl-people staff-team  col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 col-xs-12\">\n                    <a href=\"#\" class=\"member-info\" data-id=\"729\">\n                        <div class=\"team-member-wrapper\">\n                            <div class=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/manil-500x401.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>                            <div class=\"details\">\n                                Manil Shrestha                                <span> Director of Operations<\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/a>\n                    <div class=\"overlay-popup team-popup\" style=\"display: none;\"><div class=\"popup\"><div class=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/manil.jpg\"><\/div><div class=\"details\"><div class=\"title\"><h3>Manil Shrestha<\/h3>Director of Operations<\/div><div class=\"info\"><p>Manil joined Women LEAD with more than seventeen years of experience in the development sector. He worked in multiple South &amp; Central Asian countries on broader issues of livelihood, economic development and management of small organizations. His past experiences include institutional development and organizational strengthening of member-based organizations and small enterprises\/institutions; creation of effective market linkages; technical and vocational education and training; women economic empowerment and so forth. He has a Bachelor\u2019s degree in Economics and Mathematics and a Master\u2019s degree in Business Administration with a major in Finance. Between 2003 to 2008, he also served as a visiting faculty\/guest lecturer for undergraduate courses in different campuses. In his spare time, he occasionally writes about the Nepalese equity market in the national dailies and weeklies. Manil believes that the creation of a just and diverse society will only be possible when we have equity for all and he is looking forward to contributing to making this possible through Women LEAD.<\/p>\n<\/div><a class=\"close\" href=\"#\">&times;<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>                <\/div>\n\n                \n                <div\n                    class=\"contents__cards--items wl-people nepal-board  col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 col-xs-12\">\n                    <a href=\"#\" class=\"member-info\" data-id=\"806\">\n                        <div class=\"team-member-wrapper\">\n                            <div class=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"535\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Anjali-535x401.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Anjali-535x401.jpg 535w, https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Anjali-18x12.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 535px) 100vw, 535px\" \/><\/div>                            <div class=\"details\">\n                                Anjali Sah                                <span> President<\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/a>\n                    <div class=\"overlay-popup team-popup\" style=\"display: none;\"><div class=\"popup\"><div class=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Anjali-scaled.jpg\"><\/div><div class=\"details\"><div class=\"title\"><h3>Anjali Sah<\/h3>President<\/div><div class=\"info\"><p data-start=\"107\" data-end=\"457\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Anjali Sah<\/strong> (she\/her) (2019 LEADer) is an aspiring lawyer and a proud intersectional Madheshi feminist shaped by law, literature, and lived experience. She has served as Vice Secretary (2021-23) and Secretary (2023-25) at Women LEAD Nepal, and was a Sujata Baskota Changemaker Awardee in 2020 for completing the DidiBahini project. Through her legal awareness co-initiative, Knock Off The Evil, she uses online advocacy to make the law accessible. She has represented Women LEAD in national and international platforms, including the 15th AWID International Forum. She strives for both legal and socio-cultural equality for all, including children, women, and marginalized communities. She envisions WLEAD as a space where every young woman is seen, heard, and empowered to lead.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><a class=\"close\" href=\"#\">&times;<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>                <\/div>\n\n                \n                <div\n                    class=\"contents__cards--items wl-people nepal-board  col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 col-xs-12\">\n                    <a href=\"#\" class=\"member-info\" data-id=\"810\">\n                        <div class=\"team-member-wrapper\">\n                            <div class=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"535\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Swastika-Pradhan-535x401.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Swastika-Pradhan-535x401.jpg 535w, https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Swastika-Pradhan-18x12.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 535px) 100vw, 535px\" \/><\/div>                            <div class=\"details\">\n                                Swastika Pradhan                                <span> Vice President<\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/a>\n                    <div class=\"overlay-popup team-popup\" style=\"display: none;\"><div class=\"popup\"><div class=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Swastika-Pradhan-scaled.jpg\"><\/div><div class=\"details\"><div class=\"title\"><h3>Swastika Pradhan<\/h3>Vice President<\/div><div class=\"info\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Swastika Pradhan<\/strong> is a lawyer currently working as a Legal Advisor at GIZ Nepal. She holds a double degree in Business Management and Law from Kathmandu University. Swastika joined Women LEAD in 2020 as a YWPLC Fellow and has remained actively engaged with the organization in multiple capacities. From 2023 to 2025, she served as a Board Member, and she now begins her second tenure with the organization as its Vice President. She identifies as a feminist and works at the intersection of climate mitigation, policy, and gender. She firmly believes in Women LEAD\u2019s vision of a better world where women leaders co-create the future.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><a class=\"close\" href=\"#\">&times;<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>                <\/div>\n\n                \n                <div\n                    class=\"contents__cards--items wl-people nepal-board  col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 col-xs-12\">\n                    <a href=\"#\" class=\"member-info\" data-id=\"794\">\n                        <div class=\"team-member-wrapper\">\n                            <div class=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"535\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Timila-535x401.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Timila-535x401.jpg 535w, https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Timila-18x12.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 535px) 100vw, 535px\" \/><\/div>                            <div class=\"details\">\n                                Timila Maharjan                                <span> Secretary<\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/a>\n                    <div class=\"overlay-popup team-popup\" style=\"display: none;\"><div class=\"popup\"><div class=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Timila-scaled.jpg\"><\/div><div class=\"details\"><div class=\"title\"><h3>Timila Maharjan<\/h3>Secretary<\/div><div class=\"info\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Timila Maharjan is an undergraduate of Social Work and Journalism with experience at the intersection of gender equality, media, and human rights sectors in Nepal. She currently serves as the Board Secretary of Women LEAD Nepal, having first been elected to the Board in 2023 and re-elected to the Secretary position.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Her journey with WLEAD began in 2018 as a LEADer and has since evolved through multiple roles, including Program Intern, Program Trainee, mentor, volunteer, and 2023 YWPLC Fellow. She believes WLEAD is a safe space where young girls are not only seen and heard but also equipped with leadership skills, confidence, and critical awareness, supporting them to step into their full potential.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Currently, she works as a Program Assistant at Citizenship Affected People\u2019s Network (CAPN), supporting program implementation and organizational compliance, advancing gender-equal citizenship in Nepal.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><a class=\"close\" href=\"#\">&times;<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>                <\/div>\n\n                \n                <div\n                    class=\"contents__cards--items wl-people nepal-board  col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 col-xs-12\">\n                    <a href=\"#\" class=\"member-info\" data-id=\"4570\">\n                        <div class=\"team-member-wrapper\">\n                            <div class=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"535\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Prerana-Paswan-535x401.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Prerana-Paswan-535x401.jpg 535w, https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Prerana-Paswan-18x12.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 535px) 100vw, 535px\" \/><\/div>                            <div class=\"details\">\n                                Prerana Paswan                                <span> Vice Secretary<\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/a>\n                    <div class=\"overlay-popup team-popup\" style=\"display: none;\"><div class=\"popup\"><div class=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Prerana-Paswan-scaled.jpg\"><\/div><div class=\"details\"><div class=\"title\"><h3>Prerana Paswan<\/h3>Vice Secretary<\/div><div class=\"info\"><p><b>Prerana Paswan (2020 LEADer)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a student of social sciences and an aspiring diplomat committed to amplifying marginalized voices through policy and advocacy. She has served Women LEAD Nepal as a trainee and facilitator across various outreach programs, and is currently the Vice Secretary. In 2020, she was a Sujata Baskota Changemaker Awardee for her project &#8220;Dhiya,&#8221; which documented the untold stories of resilience and power from women of the Dom community in Madhesh. Women LEAD has been a transformative milestone in her journey, giving her voice, confidence, and a deep commitment to giving back by uplifting her community. She aspires to work with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, contributing to policy-making that centers justice and equity. She envisions WLEAD as a catalyst for intersectional feminism, where young women from all walks of life unite, amplify each other&#8217;s voices, and create a more just and inclusive future.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><a class=\"close\" href=\"#\">&times;<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>                <\/div>\n\n                \n                <div\n                    class=\"contents__cards--items wl-people nepal-board  col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 col-xs-12\">\n                    <a href=\"#\" class=\"member-info\" data-id=\"3704\">\n                        <div class=\"team-member-wrapper\">\n                            <div class=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"535\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Aastha-Satyal-535x401.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Aastha-Satyal-535x401.jpg 535w, https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Aastha-Satyal-18x12.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 535px) 100vw, 535px\" \/><\/div>                            <div class=\"details\">\n                                Aastha Satyal                                <span> Treasurer<\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/a>\n                    <div class=\"overlay-popup team-popup\" style=\"display: none;\"><div class=\"popup\"><div class=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Aastha-Satyal-scaled.jpg\"><\/div><div class=\"details\"><div class=\"title\"><h3>Aastha Satyal<\/h3>Treasurer<\/div><div class=\"info\"><p data-start=\"74\" data-end=\"433\"><strong data-start=\"74\" data-end=\"91\">Aastha Satyal<\/strong> is a development practitioner and marketing professional working at the intersection of gender justice, ethical leadership, and systems change. With an academic background in Business Administration and a Master\u2019s degree in Development Studies, she bridges corporate strategy with social impact to advance inclusive and sustainable outcomes.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"435\" data-end=\"962\">Her journey with <strong data-start=\"452\" data-end=\"472\">Women LEAD Nepal<\/strong> began as a LEADer and has evolved into roles as a mentor, facilitator, and Board member. Through this platform, she has contributed to leadership development and feminist advocacy, with a focus on psychological safety, structural inequality, and women\u2019s empowerment. Shaped by on-ground learning across diverse contexts, Aastha is deeply curious about people, cultures, and power dynamics. She envisions Women LEAD Nepal as a catalyst for intersectional feminism and justice-driven change.<\/p>\n<\/div><a class=\"close\" href=\"#\">&times;<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>                <\/div>\n\n                \n                <div\n                    class=\"contents__cards--items wl-people trainee  col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 col-xs-12\">\n                    <a href=\"#\" class=\"member-info\" data-id=\"8045\">\n                        <div class=\"team-member-wrapper\">\n                            <div class=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Riddhi-500x401.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>                            <div class=\"details\">\n                                Riddhi Gautam                                <span> Communications Trainee<\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/a>\n                    <div class=\"overlay-popup team-popup\" style=\"display: none;\"><div class=\"popup\"><div class=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Riddhi.jpg\"><\/div><div class=\"details\"><div class=\"title\"><h3>Riddhi Gautam<\/h3>Communications Trainee<\/div><div class=\"info\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Riddhi Gautam<\/strong>, the communications trainee at Women LEAD Nepal, is a student of Development Studies at KU. She is a recent YWPLC Fellow who is passionate about telling stories about female leadership and working toward creating a society that values women of all ages, their interests, and passions. She deeply appreciates and enjoys all forms of art. She enjoys reading, and writing is her primary creative outlet.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Through her love and passion toward storytelling, she aims to develop skills necessary to both inspire change and celebrate it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><a class=\"close\" href=\"#\">&times;<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>                <\/div>\n\n                \n                <div\n                    class=\"contents__cards--items wl-people trainee  col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 col-xs-12\">\n                    <a href=\"#\" class=\"member-info\" data-id=\"7446\">\n                        <div class=\"team-member-wrapper\">\n                            <div class=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Sinora-500x401.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>                            <div class=\"details\">\n                                Sinora Rai                                <span> LEAD Program Trainee<\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/a>\n                    <div class=\"overlay-popup team-popup\" style=\"display: none;\"><div class=\"popup\"><div class=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Sinora.jpg\"><\/div><div class=\"details\"><div class=\"title\"><h3>Sinora Rai<\/h3>LEAD Program Trainee<\/div><div class=\"info\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sinora Rai is a 2022 graduate of the LEAD Course from Women LEAD Nepal and currently serves as a LEAD Program Trainee, supporting young leaders in finding opportunities and building meaningful connections. She is pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Community Development at Kathmandu University, driven by a passion for empowering youth and helping communities thrive. Outside of her work and studies, Sinora enjoys discovering new flavors and has a special love for momo. She feels happiest when connecting with people and being part of projects that bring positive change to society.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><a class=\"close\" href=\"#\">&times;<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>                <\/div>\n\n                \n                <div\n                    class=\"contents__cards--items wl-people intern  col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 col-xs-12\">\n                    <a href=\"#\" class=\"member-info\" data-id=\"8905\">\n                        <div class=\"team-member-wrapper\">\n                            <div class=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Bhumi-500x401.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>                            <div class=\"details\">\n                                Bhumi Jayaswal                                <span> Program Intern<\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/a>\n                    <div class=\"overlay-popup team-popup\" style=\"display: none;\"><div class=\"popup\"><div class=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Bhumi.jpg\"><\/div><div class=\"details\"><div class=\"title\"><h3>Bhumi Jayaswal<\/h3>Program Intern<\/div><div class=\"info\"><p data-start=\"126\" data-end=\"461\"><strong data-start=\"126\" data-end=\"144\">Bhumi Jayaswal<\/strong> is a 2023 LEAD Course graduate and a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) student at Model Institute of Technology. She currently serves as a <strong data-start=\"292\" data-end=\"334\">Program Intern at Women LEAD Nepal<\/strong>, where she supports resource mobilization efforts and contributes to strengthening youth and women\u2019s leadership initiatives.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"468\" data-end=\"722\">An enthusiastic and driven learner, Bhumi actively seeks opportunities for personal and professional growth. Guided by a strong commitment to social impact, she believes in the power of collective action and lives by the principle of <em data-start=\"702\" data-end=\"721\">paying it forward<\/em>.<\/p>\n<\/div><a class=\"close\" href=\"#\">&times;<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>                <\/div>\n\n                \n                <div\n                    class=\"contents__cards--items wl-people intern  col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 col-xs-12\">\n                    <a href=\"#\" class=\"member-info\" data-id=\"6277\">\n                        <div class=\"team-member-wrapper\">\n                            <div class=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Sonika-500x401.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>                            <div class=\"details\">\n                                Sonika Maharjan                                <span> LEAD Program Intern<\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/a>\n                    <div class=\"overlay-popup team-popup\" style=\"display: none;\"><div class=\"popup\"><div class=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Sonika.jpg\"><\/div><div class=\"details\"><div class=\"title\"><h3>Sonika Maharjan<\/h3>LEAD Program Intern<\/div><div class=\"info\"><p data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"425\"><strong data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"104\">Sonika Maharjan<\/strong> is a 2024 LEADer and currently serves as a LEAD Program Intern at Women LEAD Nepal. She is pursuing her studies in Travel and Tourism Management at NATHM and is passionate about feminism, social justice, and creating safer, more equitable spaces for all. In her free time, she enjoys visiting museums and watching films.<\/p>\n<\/div><a class=\"close\" href=\"#\">&times;<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>                <\/div>\n\n                \n                <div\n                    class=\"contents__cards--items wl-people intern  col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 col-xs-12\">\n                    <a href=\"#\" class=\"member-info\" data-id=\"8346\">\n                        <div class=\"team-member-wrapper\">\n                            <div class=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Simrika-500x401.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>                            <div class=\"details\">\n                                Simrika Malla                                <span> Administrative Intern<\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/a>\n                    <div class=\"overlay-popup team-popup\" style=\"display: none;\"><div class=\"popup\"><div class=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Simrika.jpg\"><\/div><div class=\"details\"><div class=\"title\"><h3>Simrika Malla<\/h3>Administrative Intern<\/div><div class=\"info\"><p dir=\"ltr\">Simrika Malla is the Admin Intern at Women LEAD Nepal. She began her journey here as a LEADer in 2024. Currently, she is pursuing a Bachelor\u2019s in Business Administration at Kantipur City College (KCC).<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">She enjoys travelling and exploring new cultures and perspectives. She enjoys dancing; it brings her joy and energy. She is a strong believer in the power of diversity, inclusion, and social justice. Through her passion for leadership, the skills she is gaining, and her enthusiasm to inspire, she aims to create positive change wherever she goes.<\/p>\n<\/div><a class=\"close\" href=\"#\">&times;<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>                <\/div>\n\n                \n                <div\n                    class=\"contents__cards--items wl-people intern  col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 col-xs-12\">\n                    <a href=\"#\" class=\"member-info\" data-id=\"9204\">\n                        <div class=\"team-member-wrapper\">\n                            <div class=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Rumi-500x401.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>                            <div class=\"details\">\n                                Rumi Nepal                                <span> Communications Intern<\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/a>\n                    <div class=\"overlay-popup team-popup\" style=\"display: none;\"><div class=\"popup\"><div class=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Rumi.jpg\"><\/div><div class=\"details\"><div class=\"title\"><h3>Rumi Nepal<\/h3>Communications Intern<\/div><div class=\"info\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Rumi Nepal<\/strong>, LEADer of 2022, a Community Development Student, is an explorative student, exploring social hierarchy and the psychology of community. She is a creative individual bridging the gap between the communication sector and development studies. She delves into poetry and travels to immerse herself in the theory of life. She loves writing and embracing the unpredictability of life.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">She also enjoys going out in nature, keeping a journal, and observing the landscape around her. She is a big believer that positive thinking may be the way to solve any difficulties in life. Though uncertain about life, she embraces the changes and dynamic nature of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">her <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">environment. She loves to put herself out in the field and understand problems from the grassroots level, questioning norms and the understanding of society.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><a class=\"close\" href=\"#\">&times;<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>                <\/div>\n\n                \n                <div\n                    class=\"contents__cards--items wl-people trainee  col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 col-xs-12\">\n                    <a href=\"#\" class=\"member-info\" data-id=\"6275\">\n                        <div class=\"team-member-wrapper\">\n                            <div class=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Aarati-Baniya-500x401.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>                            <div class=\"details\">\n                                Aarati Baniyia                                <span> YWPLC Program Trainee<\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/a>\n                    <div class=\"overlay-popup team-popup\" style=\"display: none;\"><div class=\"popup\"><div class=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Aarati-Baniya.jpg\"><\/div><div class=\"details\"><div class=\"title\"><h3>Aarati Baniyia<\/h3>YWPLC Program Trainee<\/div><div class=\"info\"><p dir=\"ltr\"><strong>Aarati Baniya<\/strong> is currently a YWPLC Program trainee at Women LEAD Nepal, and a 5th-year law student with a strong commitment to social justice and gender equity. She is passionate about empowering young girls and women through awareness, dialogue, and leadership development. She deeply values education and creating spaces where marginalized voices can be heard. Aarati enjoys journaling, listening to podcasts, and having reflective conversations over chiya.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Through her passion for justice and advocacy, she aims to develop the skills and knowledge necessary to inspire meaningful change, promote equality, and contribute to building a society that values the voices, rights, and aspirations of all.<\/p>\n<\/div><a class=\"close\" href=\"#\">&times;<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>                <\/div>\n\n                \n                <div\n                    class=\"contents__cards--items wl-people trainee  col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 col-xs-12\">\n                    <a href=\"#\" class=\"member-info\" data-id=\"7588\">\n                        <div class=\"team-member-wrapper\">\n                            <div class=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Sakina_02-500x401.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>                            <div class=\"details\">\n                                Sakina Maharjan                                <span> LEAD Program Trainee<\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/a>\n                    <div class=\"overlay-popup team-popup\" style=\"display: none;\"><div class=\"popup\"><div class=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Sakina_02.jpg\"><\/div><div class=\"details\"><div class=\"title\"><h3>Sakina Maharjan<\/h3>LEAD Program Trainee<\/div><div class=\"info\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sakina is a curious learner who is passionate about youth leadership and gender equity. With years of experience leading community events and advocating through child clubs, she brings energy, empathy, and a strong voice to the Women LEAD team. As a Program Trainee, she is excited to grow her skills in program facilitation and feminist leadership while helping create space for other young girls to lead with confidence.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><a class=\"close\" href=\"#\">&times;<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>                <\/div>\n\n                \n                <div\n                    class=\"contents__cards--items wl-people intern  col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 col-xs-12\">\n                    <a href=\"#\" class=\"member-info\" data-id=\"8036\">\n                        <div class=\"team-member-wrapper\">\n                            <div class=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Sweshna-Manandhar-500x401.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>                            <div class=\"details\">\n                                Sweshna Manandhar                                <span> LEAD Program Intern<\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/a>\n                    <div class=\"overlay-popup team-popup\" style=\"display: none;\"><div class=\"popup\"><div class=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Sweshna-Manandhar.jpg\"><\/div><div class=\"details\"><div class=\"title\"><h3>Sweshna Manandhar<\/h3>LEAD Program Intern<\/div><div class=\"info\"><p data-start=\"103\" data-end=\"471\"><strong data-start=\"103\" data-end=\"124\">Sweshna Manandhar<\/strong> is a 2024 LEADer and currently serves as a Program Intern at Women LEAD Nepal. She is pursuing an undergraduate degree in Meteorology and is deeply interested in the intersections of gender equity, youth leadership, and climate action. Beyond her academic and professional pursuits, she enjoys reading fiction and watching films in her free time.<\/p>\n<\/div><a class=\"close\" href=\"#\">&times;<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>                <\/div>\n\n                \n                <div\n                    class=\"contents__cards--items wl-people nepal-board  col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 col-xs-12\">\n                    <a href=\"#\" class=\"member-info\" data-id=\"4572\">\n                        <div class=\"team-member-wrapper\">\n                            <div class=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"535\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Diksha-Dhital-535x401.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Diksha-Dhital-535x401.jpg 535w, https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Diksha-Dhital-18x12.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 535px) 100vw, 535px\" \/><\/div>                            <div class=\"details\">\n                                Diksha Dhital                                <span> Board Member<\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/a>\n                    <div class=\"overlay-popup team-popup\" style=\"display: none;\"><div class=\"popup\"><div class=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Diksha-Dhital-scaled.jpg\"><\/div><div class=\"details\"><div class=\"title\"><h3>Diksha Dhital<\/h3>Board Member<\/div><div class=\"info\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Diksha Dhital<\/strong> is a corporate lawyer specializing in Data Privacy and Technology, Media, and Telecommunications (TMT) law. She is a graduate of Kathmandu University School of Law with a double degree in Business Management and Law. She was a member of the 2021 YWPLI Fellowship and currently serves as a Board Member at Women LEAD Nepal. Diksha strongly believes in the importance of youth engagement in politics and in fostering a clear understanding of both individual and collective rights. The organization\u2019s mission to advance female leadership and political literacy aligns closely with her personal values. In her free time, she enjoys reading poetry.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><a class=\"close\" href=\"#\">&times;<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>                <\/div>\n\n                \n                <div\n                    class=\"contents__cards--items wl-people trainee  col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 col-xs-12\">\n                    <a href=\"#\" class=\"member-info\" data-id=\"5480\">\n                        <div class=\"team-member-wrapper\">\n                            <div class=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Riza-500x401.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>                            <div class=\"details\">\n                                Riza Prajapati                                <span> Finance Trainee<\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/a>\n                    <div class=\"overlay-popup team-popup\" style=\"display: none;\"><div class=\"popup\"><div class=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Riza.jpg\"><\/div><div class=\"details\"><div class=\"title\"><h3>Riza Prajapati<\/h3>Finance Trainee<\/div><div class=\"info\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2021 LEADer Riza Prajapati is a Finance trainee at Women LEAD Nepal. She is pursuing a BBA at the Ace Institute of Management. She is passionate about pursuing a career in Finance and has a strong desire to venture into business in future. She loves traveling and exploring different places which fuels her creativity and broadens her perspective.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><a class=\"close\" href=\"#\">&times;<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>                <\/div>\n\n                \n                <div\n                    class=\"contents__cards--items wl-people staff-team  col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 col-xs-12\">\n                    <a href=\"#\" class=\"member-info\" data-id=\"8639\">\n                        <div class=\"team-member-wrapper\">\n                            <div class=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Jyotsna_01-500x401.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>                            <div class=\"details\">\n                                Jyotsna Gautam                                <span> Program Coordinator- Political Leadership Course<\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/a>\n                    <div class=\"overlay-popup team-popup\" style=\"display: none;\"><div class=\"popup\"><div class=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Jyotsna_01.jpg\"><\/div><div class=\"details\"><div class=\"title\"><h3>Jyotsna Gautam<\/h3>Program Coordinator- Political Leadership Course<\/div><div class=\"info\"><p data-start=\"181\" data-end=\"490\"><strong data-start=\"181\" data-end=\"199\">Jyotsna Gautam<\/strong> is a committed professional working at the intersection of gender, policy, and social justice. She currently serves as a Program Coordinator at Women LEAD Nepal and holds a Bachelor\u2019s degree in Law from Kathmandu University and a Master\u2019s degree in Gender Studies from Tribhuvan University.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"492\" data-end=\"964\">With experience in research and advocacy, she has engaged with a range of initiatives focused on gender equality, political participation, and human rights. Her work spans program coordination, policy engagement, and knowledge-building, with a strong emphasis on feminist principles and non-violence. Deeply interested in politics and social transformation, she approaches her work with care, thoughtfulness, and a strong respect for the values and communities she serves.<\/p>\n<\/div><a class=\"close\" href=\"#\">&times;<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>                <\/div>\n\n                \n                <div\n                    class=\"contents__cards--items wl-people  col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 col-xs-12\">\n                    <a href=\"#\" class=\"member-info\" data-id=\"3351\">\n                        <div class=\"team-member-wrapper\">\n                                                        <div class=\"details\">\n                                Dr. Robyn Wilson                                <span> Ambassador<\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/a>\n                    <div class=\"overlay-popup team-popup\" style=\"display: none;\"><div class=\"popup\"><div class=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"details\"><div class=\"title\"><h3>Dr. Robyn Wilson<\/h3>Ambassador<\/div><div class=\"info\"><p>Dr. Robyn is an Asia-based leadership specialist who has worked with individuals, teams, and organizations across Asia and the Middle-east. \u00a0A long-time supporter of Women LEAD, Robyn is passionate about championing young women. \u00a0Australian by background, Robyn is a lover of the outdoors and the mountains of Nepal.<\/p>\n<\/div><a class=\"close\" href=\"#\">&times;<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>                <\/div>\n\n                \n                <div\n                    class=\"contents__cards--items wl-people staff-team  col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 col-xs-12\">\n                    <a href=\"#\" class=\"member-info\" data-id=\"696\">\n                        <div class=\"team-member-wrapper\">\n                            <div class=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Narayani-500x401.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>                            <div class=\"details\">\n                                Narayani Tripathi                                <span> Program Coordinator - Youth and Adolescent Leadership Courses<\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/a>\n                    <div class=\"overlay-popup team-popup\" style=\"display: none;\"><div class=\"popup\"><div class=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Narayani.jpg\"><\/div><div class=\"details\"><div class=\"title\"><h3>Narayani Tripathi<\/h3>Program Coordinator - Youth and Adolescent Leadership Courses<\/div><div class=\"info\"><p dir=\"ltr\">Narayani Tripathi currently serves as a Program Coordinator \u2013 Youth and Adolescent Leadership Course at Women LEAD Nepal, bringing over a decade of professional experience in the design, planning, coordination, and implementation of programs focused on sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR), gender equality, education, and youth empowerment in Nepal. She has led and supported multi-district and multi-partner initiatives in collaboration with government bodies, civil society organizations, and international development partners. Her core areas of expertise include program planning and management, curriculum and training material development, capacity building, monitoring and evaluation, research and documentation, and partnership coordination, with a strong focus on adolescent and youth leadership, comprehensive sexuality education, and gender-transformative approaches.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">She holds a Master\u2019s degree in Sociology (Gender Studies) and a Bachelor\u2019s degree in Public Health, providing a strong academic foundation for her work in public health and social development. She has received international recognition for her contributions to adolescent and youth sexual and reproductive health, including being awarded Youth Trailblazer in Family Planning and SRHR at the International Conference on Family Planning (ICFP 2022), and her research on adolescent SRHR has been presented and published internationally. At Women LEAD Nepal, she leads the Youth and Adolescent Leadership Course with a commitment to strengthening leadership, agency, and civic engagement among young people, particularly girls and marginalized youth, toward building inclusive, ethical, and transformative leadership in Nepal.<\/p>\n<\/div><a class=\"close\" href=\"#\">&times;<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>                <\/div>\n\n                \n                <div\n                    class=\"contents__cards--items wl-people  col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 col-xs-12\">\n                    <a href=\"#\" class=\"member-info\" data-id=\"3349\">\n                        <div class=\"team-member-wrapper\">\n                                                        <div class=\"details\">\n                                Yvonne Lau                                <span> Ambassador<\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/a>\n                    <div class=\"overlay-popup team-popup\" style=\"display: none;\"><div class=\"popup\"><div class=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"details\"><div class=\"title\"><h3>Yvonne Lau<\/h3>Ambassador<\/div><div class=\"info\"><p>Yvonne Lau is a Hong Kong-based journalist covering Asian financial markets; and culture and society in China, Russia, Nepal.<\/p>\n<p>Nepal has made an immense impression upon Yvonne &#8212; particularly the strength, resilience, and outlook of its women and girls. She joined Women LEAD to support programs that build up girls\u2019 development and education in leadership and politics. As an Ambassador, Yvonne hopes to advance the conversation on the role of women and girls in society.<\/p>\n<p>She is also passionate about peacebuilding, community connections, and sustainability. When in Nepal, Yvonne can be found in the mountains and villages, with hot rum punch and momos in hand.<\/p>\n<\/div><a class=\"close\" href=\"#\">&times;<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>                <\/div>\n\n                \n                <div\n                    class=\"contents__cards--items wl-people  col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 col-xs-12\">\n                    <a href=\"#\" class=\"member-info\" data-id=\"3347\">\n                        <div class=\"team-member-wrapper\">\n                                                        <div class=\"details\">\n                                Niki Leung                                <span> Ambassador<\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/a>\n                    <div class=\"overlay-popup team-popup\" style=\"display: none;\"><div class=\"popup\"><div class=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"details\"><div class=\"title\"><h3>Niki Leung<\/h3>Ambassador<\/div><div class=\"info\"><p>Niki is based in Hong Kong working in the tech industry.<\/p>\n<p>Niki has a passion for women&#8217;s equality and assisting in paving a path for people to reach their full potential. She has experience in volunteering in Nepal and other parts of the world to provide resources for women and help businesses become sustainable. As an Ambassador, Niki aims to break social stigmas and fight for women\u2019s rights in Nepal.<\/p>\n<p>Her hobbies also include advising young entrepreneurs to grow their business. For fun, Niki likes to attend open mic nights to take a stab at stand up comedy.<\/p>\n<\/div><a class=\"close\" href=\"#\">&times;<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>                <\/div>\n\n                \n                <div\n                    class=\"contents__cards--items wl-people nepal-board  col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 col-xs-12\">\n                    <a href=\"#\" class=\"member-info\" data-id=\"4574\">\n                        <div class=\"team-member-wrapper\">\n                            <div class=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"535\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Shrena-535x401.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Shrena-535x401.jpg 535w, https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Shrena-18x12.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 535px) 100vw, 535px\" \/><\/div>                            <div class=\"details\">\n                                Shrena Mulmi                                <span> Board Member<\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/a>\n                    <div class=\"overlay-popup team-popup\" style=\"display: none;\"><div class=\"popup\"><div class=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Shrena-scaled.jpg\"><\/div><div class=\"details\"><div class=\"title\"><h3>Shrena Mulmi<\/h3>Board Member<\/div><div class=\"info\"><p data-start=\"98\" data-end=\"430\"><strong data-start=\"98\" data-end=\"124\">Shrena Mulmi (she\/her)<\/strong> is a social work and psychology student who has been part of the Women LEAD Nepal community since becoming a 2021 LEADer. Over the years, she has engaged with the organization in many roles as a volunteer, intern, trainee, and facilitator each experience deepening her commitment to Women LEAD\u2019s values.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"437\" data-end=\"825\">A proud feminist, Shrena believes that every woman deserves the space and support to explore her potential, lead with confidence, and grow into her most whole self. She envisions Women LEAD Nepal as an accessible and nurturing platform for young women with aspirations for change, and as a collective space where young women can flourish, freely express their ideas, and empower one another.<\/p>\n<\/div><a class=\"close\" href=\"#\">&times;<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>                <\/div>\n\n                \n                <div\n                    class=\"contents__cards--items wl-people u-s-board  col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 col-xs-12\">\n                    <a href=\"#\" class=\"member-info\" data-id=\"8012\">\n                        <div class=\"team-member-wrapper\">\n                            <div class=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"535\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/MEG-Headshots-746-535x401.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/MEG-Headshots-746-535x401.jpg 535w, https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/MEG-Headshots-746-18x12.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 535px) 100vw, 535px\" \/><\/div>                            <div class=\"details\">\n                                Himadri Palikhe                                <span> Co-Chair<\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/a>\n                    <div class=\"overlay-popup team-popup\" style=\"display: none;\"><div class=\"popup\"><div class=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/MEG-Headshots-746-scaled.jpg\"><\/div><div class=\"details\"><div class=\"title\"><h3>Himadri Palikhe<\/h3>Co-Chair<\/div><div class=\"info\"><p style=\"text-align: left;\">Himadri is a dedicated economist with a fervent passion for applying economic theories and data analysis to inform decision-making processes, promote gender equity, and address real-world challenges. Before moving to the U.S. to pursue her Ph.D. in Economics, she accrued over seven years of invaluable experience at the German Development Cooperation (GIZ) in Nepal. In her role there, Himadri provided support to both government and private sectors, focusing on fostering economic growth through international trade, with a dedicated emphasis on gender parity. She also actively participated as a board member for over four years at the Association of St. Mary&#8217;s Alumnae Nepal (ASMAN), a non-governmental, nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting underprivileged Nepali women and children since 1990. Currently, as a Senior Managing Economist at Berkeley Research Group (BRG), a leading global consulting firm, Himadri is deeply engaged in economic research and mentors young professionals. Being one of three daughters, she is passionately committed to enhancing<br \/>\nopportunities for women in leadership spaces. As a female economist, she strongly advocates for integrating gendered perspectives into various societal sectors. Driven by her dedication to gender equity and a profound desire to maintain strong ties with Nepal, Himadri actively contributes to the vision of Women LEAD.<\/p>\n<\/div><a class=\"close\" href=\"#\">&times;<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>                <\/div>\n\n                \n                <div\n                    class=\"contents__cards--items wl-people u-s-board  col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 col-xs-12\">\n                    <a href=\"#\" class=\"member-info\" data-id=\"4817\">\n                        <div class=\"team-member-wrapper\">\n                            <div class=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"535\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Simrika-updated-photo-535x401.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>                            <div class=\"details\">\n                                Simrika Manandhar                                <span> Co-Chair<\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/a>\n                    <div class=\"overlay-popup team-popup\" style=\"display: none;\"><div class=\"popup\"><div class=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Simrika-updated-photo.jpg\"><\/div><div class=\"details\"><div class=\"title\"><h3>Simrika Manandhar<\/h3>Co-Chair<\/div><div class=\"info\"><div dir=\"ltr\">\n<div dir=\"ltr\">\n<div dir=\"ltr\">\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Simrika firmly believes in empowering women through financial literacy and providing women with a sense of ownership and freedom through skill-based training. A 2020 YWPLC fellow, her interest was born out of the advocacy project \u201cEconomic Empowerment: the Need of Today\u201d which provided skill-based training to survivors of domestic violence. She has an undergraduate degree in economics and her interest lies at the intersection of feminist, labor and environment economics. As an alumni, she has been a mentor, participated in Women of the World 2021 event held in Lumbini, Nepal and engaged in the flagship program \u201cTransforming Nepal\u2019s Female Deputy Mayors\u201d which worked towards strengthening the capacity of local female leaders. Alongside her involvement with Women LEAD, she has been acknowledged as a Rising Star by Wedu. She also played a crucial role as a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Coordinator on the board of Nepal&#8217;s national debating body, Debate Network Nepal. In her undergraduate freshman year, she worked at the US Embassy in Kathmandu as a political and economic intern and was part of the United States Embassy Kathmandu\u2019s Youth Council in 2022. Professionally, she is working in retail banking in the United States.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #888888;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><a class=\"close\" href=\"#\">&times;<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>                <\/div>\n\n                \n                <div\n                    class=\"contents__cards--items wl-people u-s-board  col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 col-xs-12\">\n                    <a href=\"#\" class=\"member-info\" data-id=\"721\">\n                        <div class=\"team-member-wrapper\">\n                            <div class=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"535\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Sweksha-WLEAD-535x401.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Sweksha-WLEAD-535x401.jpg 535w, https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Sweksha-WLEAD-18x12.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 535px) 100vw, 535px\" \/><\/div>                            <div class=\"details\">\n                                Sweksha Sharma                                <span> Board Secretary<\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/a>\n                    <div class=\"overlay-popup team-popup\" style=\"display: none;\"><div class=\"popup\"><div class=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Sweksha-WLEAD-scaled.jpg\"><\/div><div class=\"details\"><div class=\"title\"><h3>Sweksha Sharma<\/h3>Board Secretary<\/div><div class=\"info\"><p>Sweksha Sharma is a management consultant at AArete, where she works with major healthcare payers to strengthen payment integrity, address system inefficiencies, and develop data-driven strategies for long-term growth. She brings over three years of experience across healthcare consulting, economic research, and nonprofit work, and is a committed advocate for women\u2019s career advancement and economic empowerment.<\/p>\n<p>Outside of her client work, Sweksha co-leads the Development Pillar of AArete\u2019s Women\u2019s Initiative Network, where she organizes mentorship programs and leadership initiatives to support women in the workplace. Sweksha was recognized by C200 \u2013 a network of C-suite leaders in the U.S. \u2013 with a scholarship supporting her professional growth and leadership potential. Sweksha graduated summa cum laude from Agnes Scott College with a dual degree in Economics and International Relations, where she studied on a full-ride Presidential Scholarship. She is currently conducting research on the intersection of economics and domestic violence in Nepal, using survey data to explore more targeted ways to reduce women\u2019s experience of domestic violence.<\/p>\n<p>As the board member at Women LEAD Nepal, Sweksha is excited to give back to the community that helped spark her own leadership journey, and is excited to support and learn from the next generation of bold, thoughtful, and visionary young women in Nepal.<\/p>\n<\/div><a class=\"close\" href=\"#\">&times;<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>                <\/div>\n\n                \n                <div\n                    class=\"contents__cards--items wl-people u-s-board  col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 col-xs-12\">\n                    <a href=\"#\" class=\"member-info\" data-id=\"8465\">\n                        <div class=\"team-member-wrapper\">\n                            <div class=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"535\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Headshot_OjaswiPandey_US-Board-535x401.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>                            <div class=\"details\">\n                                Ojaswi Pandey                                <span> Treasurer<\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/a>\n                    <div class=\"overlay-popup team-popup\" style=\"display: none;\"><div class=\"popup\"><div class=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Headshot_OjaswiPandey_US-Board.jpg\"><\/div><div class=\"details\"><div class=\"title\"><h3>Ojaswi Pandey<\/h3>Treasurer<\/div><div class=\"info\"><p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>Ojaswi Pandey<\/strong> is a mission-driven leader with experience spanning multilateral organizations, government, and the private sector. She currently serves as Treasurer on the U.S. Board of Women LEAD, where she supports financial strategy and cross-sector partnerships to advance the organization\u2019s mission.<br \/>\nPreviously, she worked at the World Bank\u2019s Health, Nutrition, and Population Global Practice, where she contributed to cross-country research and predictive analytics to improve health outcomes and resource planning. At the U.S. Department of Defense, she led efforts to enhance cost transparency and operational efficiency across hundreds of military health facilities. Most recently, she managed multi-sectoral initiatives at a health and tech consulting firm, helping onboard Fortune 500 clients and lead digital transformation efforts.<br \/>\nOriginally from Nepal, Ojaswi is committed to advancing gender equity and youth empowerment through data, community engagement, and systems thinking. She has also worked on adolescent mental health and tech accessibility initiatives across Nepal\u2019s provinces in partnership with grassroots leaders and educators.<br \/>\nA John F. Kennedy Fellow at Harvard Kennedy School, she is pursuing a Master in Public Policy with a focus on business and government policy. She previously earned her bachelor\u2019s degree in Economics from Middlebury College.<\/p>\n<\/div><a class=\"close\" href=\"#\">&times;<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>                <\/div>\n\n                \n                <div\n                    class=\"contents__cards--items wl-people u-s-board  col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 col-xs-12\">\n                    <a href=\"#\" class=\"member-info\" data-id=\"8574\">\n                        <div class=\"team-member-wrapper\">\n                            <div class=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"535\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Laura-Headshot-2021-535x401.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>                            <div class=\"details\">\n                                Laura McKechnie                                <span> Board Member<\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/a>\n                    <div class=\"overlay-popup team-popup\" style=\"display: none;\"><div class=\"popup\"><div class=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Laura-Headshot-2021-scaled.jpg\"><\/div><div class=\"details\"><div class=\"title\"><h3>Laura McKechnie<\/h3>Board Member<\/div><div class=\"info\"><p>Laura McKechnie has nearly 20 years in international development with expertise in strategic engagement and outreach with civil society and donors, including women\u2019s empowerment. She has a proven track record of working with civil society, where she has addressed issues of equity, built partnerships, and led strategic initiatives focused on capacity building. She has led diverse, cross-cultural teams, navigated complex policy environments, and worked hand-in-hand with local organizations to promote social justice, equity, and resilience.<\/p>\n<p>Over her 20-year government career, Laura served at the U.S. Agency for International Development (AID) in Washington, where she managed 12 staff and a $184 million portfolio covering six policy sectors, including civil society, labor and media. Previously, she held the role of Acting Country Representative and Technical Team Lead in Paraguay, directing a $64 million program centered on democracy and governance. Laura has also diverse, cross-cultural teams and multimillion-dollar governance programs in Vietnam and Ecuador. Her career began as a Presidential Management Fellow at the Department of State. Throughout this work, Laura worked to promote the rights of women and minorities. Prior to her government work, she contributed to a non- profit organization in Washington, DC, that provided affordable housing for low income seniors.<\/p>\n<p>Laura holds dual Master\u2019s Degrees in Public Administration and International Relations from Syracuse University and a Bachelor\u2019s Degree in Journalism from the University of Maryland. She has also served as a Certified Coach for Girls on the Run and on a tiger team for Welcoming Falls Church Refugee resettlement volunteer group.<\/p>\n<\/div><a class=\"close\" href=\"#\">&times;<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>                <\/div>\n\n                \n                <div\n                    class=\"contents__cards--items wl-people u-s-board  col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 col-xs-12\">\n                    <a href=\"#\" class=\"member-info\" data-id=\"8578\">\n                        <div class=\"team-member-wrapper\">\n                            <div class=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"535\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Dipasa-1-535x401.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>                            <div class=\"details\">\n                                Dipasa Bista                                <span> Board Member<\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/a>\n                    <div class=\"overlay-popup team-popup\" style=\"display: none;\"><div class=\"popup\"><div class=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Dipasa-1-scaled.jpg\"><\/div><div class=\"details\"><div class=\"title\"><h3>Dipasa Bista<\/h3>Board Member<\/div><div class=\"info\"><p>As an intersectional feminist, Dipasa is committed to advancing gender justice and fostering equitable, community-led change, with a focus on creating safe, inclusive, and transformative spaces for young people. She first joined Women LEAD as a participant in the LEAD Course, an experience that profoundly shaped her early leadership journey and instilled in her a deep belief in the power of young women\u2019s voices. Having grown through the organization as a participant, staff member, and now U.S. Board Member, Dipasa brings a lived understanding of what meaningful mentorship, safe spaces, and youth-centered programming can achieve.<\/p>\n<p>Dipasa has over five years of experience working across South Asia and the United States in the nonprofit and development sector. She has led fundraising campaigns, secured multi-year international grants to support grassroots leadership programs, and developed toolkits, concept notes, and youth-centered programs. She co-founded Political Literacy for Women (PLfW), a youth-led feminist nonprofit that equips young Nepali women with political education and tools to organize for systemic change. She also leads the #NOTANYMORE campaign, a digital advocacy movement addressing online sexual harassment and promoting safer digital spaces and mental health support for young people.<\/p>\n<p>She holds a Master\u2019s degree in International Development (Concentration: Gender, Global Justice, and Social Impact) from the Josef Korbel School at the University of Denver, where she was a Si\u00e9 Fellow. Her work is grounded in the values of equity, inclusion, and storytelling, with a focus on building intergenerational, cross-cultural movements led by and for young people from historically marginalized communities.<\/p>\n<\/div><a class=\"close\" href=\"#\">&times;<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>                <\/div>\n\n                \n                <div\n                    class=\"contents__cards--items wl-people u-s-board  col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 col-xs-12\">\n                    <a href=\"#\" class=\"member-info\" data-id=\"6108\">\n                        <div class=\"team-member-wrapper\">\n                            <div class=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"535\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Jaya-Bio-Pic-e1711959041460-535x401.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>                            <div class=\"details\">\n                                Jaya Chopra                                <span> Board Member<\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/a>\n                    <div class=\"overlay-popup team-popup\" style=\"display: none;\"><div class=\"popup\"><div class=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Jaya-Bio-Pic-e1711959041460.jpg\"><\/div><div class=\"details\"><div class=\"title\"><h3>Jaya Chopra<\/h3>Board Member<\/div><div class=\"info\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Human Resources (HR) Professional and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Leader at a professional services firm with pivotal roles in fostering an inclusive workplace culture and optimizing human capital. Recognizing the pivotal role of diversity in organizational success, Jaya Chopra has been a trailblazer in the field of Diversity, Equity &amp;amp; Inclusion. She has developed and executed comprehensive strategies to cultivate diverse talent, champion inclusion, and promote equity within the workplace. Jaya understands a diverse and inclusive workforce is not just a moral imperative but a strategic advantage that drives innovation and enhances overall business performance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With a substantial part of her career dedicated to the professional services industry, Jaya brings an acute understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities within this dynamic sector. She has successfully navigated the complexities of HR and DEI in a professional services context, contributing to the growth and sustainability of the firm.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a board member at WomeLEAD Nepal, Jaya is committed to actively contribute to creating a world where women have equal opportunities to lead, succeed, and make meaningful contributions to society.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><a class=\"close\" href=\"#\">&times;<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>                <\/div>\n\n                \n                <div\n                    class=\"contents__cards--items wl-people staff-team  col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 col-xs-12\">\n                    <a href=\"#\" class=\"member-info\" data-id=\"3835\">\n                        <div class=\"team-member-wrapper\">\n                            <div class=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Sabina-500x401.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>                            <div class=\"details\">\n                                Sabina Prajapati                                <span> Coordinator - Finance<\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/a>\n                    <div class=\"overlay-popup team-popup\" style=\"display: none;\"><div class=\"popup\"><div class=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Sabina.jpg\"><\/div><div class=\"details\"><div class=\"title\"><h3>Sabina Prajapati<\/h3>Coordinator - Finance<\/div><div class=\"info\"><p><strong><span class=\"il\">Sabina<\/span> Prajapati<\/strong> is a recent graduate of Shanker Dev Campus with a Master&#8217;s degree in Business Studies specialized in Finance. I am also pursuing Chartered Accountancy from The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nepal. I have one year plus working experience in the field of audit, finance and taxation. Apart from my work, I enjoy travelling, trekking and listening to music.<\/p>\n<\/div><a class=\"close\" href=\"#\">&times;<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>                <\/div>\n\n                \n                <div\n                    class=\"contents__cards--items wl-people staff-team  col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 col-xs-12\">\n                    <a href=\"#\" class=\"member-info\" data-id=\"8048\">\n                        <div class=\"team-member-wrapper\">\n                            <div class=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Urusha-500x401.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>                            <div class=\"details\">\n                                Urusha Maharjan                                <span> Development and Fundraising Coordinator <\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/a>\n                    <div class=\"overlay-popup team-popup\" style=\"display: none;\"><div class=\"popup\"><div class=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Urusha.jpg\"><\/div><div class=\"details\"><div class=\"title\"><h3>Urusha Maharjan<\/h3>Development and Fundraising Coordinator <\/div><div class=\"info\"><p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">With a Master&#8217;s in Business Administration with a major in Finance, Urusha brings over six years of experience in program and project management, donor coordination, and sustainable trade and enterprise promotion and development. She has experience of working as a Program Officer, where she managed the overall program operations of the organization she was engaged with, successfully led and implemented donor-funded projects, facilitated international volunteer and professional exchanges, and oversaw member relations across Fair Trade networks.<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Her role comprised everything from strategic planning and budgeting to content creation, social media management, organizational planning, reporting, volunteer program coordination, membership management, and monitoring and evaluation. She is passionate about inclusive and sustainable development, grassroots empowerment, and capacity building through collaborative programs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Alongside her academic journey, she actively contributed to leadership and entrepreneurship programs, took on key organizing roles, and mentored undergraduate students in business research and presentation, fostering skill development and peer learning.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><a class=\"close\" href=\"#\">&times;<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>                <\/div>\n\n                \n                <div\n                    class=\"contents__cards--items wl-people staff-team  col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 col-xs-12\">\n                    <a href=\"#\" class=\"member-info\" data-id=\"7512\">\n                        <div class=\"team-member-wrapper\">\n                            <div class=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"535\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anil-Maharjan_pic-535x401.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anil-Maharjan_pic-535x401.jpg 535w, https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anil-Maharjan_pic-18x12.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 535px) 100vw, 535px\" \/><\/div>                            <div class=\"details\">\n                                Anil Maharjan                                <span> Communications Officer<\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/a>\n                    <div class=\"overlay-popup team-popup\" style=\"display: none;\"><div class=\"popup\"><div class=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anil-Maharjan_pic.jpg\"><\/div><div class=\"details\"><div class=\"title\"><h3>Anil Maharjan<\/h3>Communications Officer<\/div><div class=\"info\"><p>Anil\u00a0Maharjan began his professional journey in 2009 as a 3D lighting and compositing artist at Incessant Rain Animation Studio, Nepal&#8217;s leading studio, where he worked until 2013. After gaining valuable experience in Nepal, he ventured to Malaysia and took on the role of a senior artist at Giggle Garage Studio.<\/p>\n<p>In recent years,\u00a0Anil has been freelancing on various platforms including Fiverr, Upwork, and Freelance, among others. In his freelance endeavors, he specialized in graphic designing, motion animation, video editing, logo animation, and 3D lighting and compositing.<\/p>\n<\/div><a class=\"close\" href=\"#\">&times;<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>                <\/div>\n\n                \n                <div\n                    class=\"contents__cards--items wl-people staff-team  col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 col-xs-12\">\n                    <a href=\"#\" class=\"member-info\" data-id=\"713\">\n                        <div class=\"team-member-wrapper\">\n                            <div class=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/kriti-500x401.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>                            <div class=\"details\">\n                                Kriti Dwa                                <span> Program, Procurement and Government Relation - Officer<\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/a>\n                    <div class=\"overlay-popup team-popup\" style=\"display: none;\"><div class=\"popup\"><div class=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/kriti.jpg\"><\/div><div class=\"details\"><div class=\"title\"><h3>Kriti Dwa<\/h3>Program, Procurement and Government Relation - Officer<\/div><div class=\"info\"><p><span style=\"font-family: times new roman, serif;\">Kriti Dwa\u00a0is a Program, Procurement, and Government Relations Officer at Women LEAD Nepal. With a Bachelor&#8217;s degree in Business Administration, majoring in Finance, and currently pursuing an MA in Psychology at Tribhuwan University, she combines her academic background with a passion for empowering women and girls across Nepal.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: times new roman, serif;\">Throughout her time at Women LEAD Nepal, she has successfully led initiatives that have improved access to resources for women in underserved communities.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: times new roman, serif;\">She is dedicated to contributing her skills and insights to advance the mission of Women LEAD Nepal, working collaboratively to create a brighter future for the community.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><a class=\"close\" href=\"#\">&times;<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>                <\/div>\n\n                \n                <div\n                    class=\"contents__cards--items wl-people staff-team  col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 col-xs-12\">\n                    <a href=\"#\" class=\"member-info\" data-id=\"8503\">\n                        <div class=\"team-member-wrapper\">\n                            <div class=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/aastha-500x401.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>                            <div class=\"details\">\n                                Aastha Mahato                                <span> Program Officer - Alumni  and  Public Engagement<\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/a>\n                    <div class=\"overlay-popup team-popup\" style=\"display: none;\"><div class=\"popup\"><div class=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/aastha.jpg\"><\/div><div class=\"details\"><div class=\"title\"><h3>Aastha Mahato<\/h3>Program Officer - Alumni  and  Public Engagement<\/div><div class=\"info\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aastha Mahato is a dedicated advocate for children and youth, with a strong foundation in development work focused on child rights, gender justice, and youth empowerment. She holds a Bachelor\u2019s degree in Development Studies and is currently pursuing a Master\u2019s degree in International Cooperation and Development.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">She has been actively involved in numerous national and grassroots initiatives addressing critical issues such as child labor, child and adult domestic workers, and gender-based violence. With valuable experience in project coordination, government engagement, community outreach, and policy advocacy, she is particularly committed to advancing girls\u2019 rights and promoting inclusive, child-friendly environments.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><a class=\"close\" href=\"#\">&times;<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>                <\/div>\n\n                \n                <div\n                    class=\"contents__cards--items wl-people staff-team  col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 col-xs-12\">\n                    <a href=\"#\" class=\"member-info\" data-id=\"6272\">\n                        <div class=\"team-member-wrapper\">\n                            <div class=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Stuti-500x401.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>                            <div class=\"details\">\n                                Stuti Reuben Rai                                <span> MEAL &amp; Development Associate<\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/a>\n                    <div class=\"overlay-popup team-popup\" style=\"display: none;\"><div class=\"popup\"><div class=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Stuti.jpg\"><\/div><div class=\"details\"><div class=\"title\"><h3>Stuti Reuben Rai<\/h3>MEAL &amp; Development Associate<\/div><div class=\"info\"><p><strong>Stuti<\/strong> recently joined Women LEAD Nepal as a MEAL and Development Associate after completing my Bachelor\u2019s in Social Work and Psychology from St. Xavier\u2019s College. I\u2019m deeply committed to supporting the ongoing work of creating a more equitable world and am eager to learn and grow alongside a team dedicated to empowering young women. I look forward to using my skills and education to contribute meaningfully to my community and to help drive positive change<\/p>\n<\/div><a class=\"close\" href=\"#\">&times;<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>                <\/div>\n\n                \n                <div\n                    class=\"contents__cards--items wl-people staff-team  col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 col-xs-12\">\n                    <a href=\"#\" class=\"member-info\" data-id=\"319\">\n                        <div class=\"team-member-wrapper\">\n                            <div class=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/goma-500x401.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>                            <div class=\"details\">\n                                Goma Adhikari                                <span> Office Assistant<\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/a>\n                    <div class=\"overlay-popup team-popup\" style=\"display: none;\"><div class=\"popup\"><div class=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/goma.jpg\"><\/div><div class=\"details\"><div class=\"title\"><h3>Goma Adhikari<\/h3>Office Assistant<\/div><div class=\"info\"><p>Goma Didi makes sure whole team gets to work in a very clean and hygienic office space. She has been taking care of homes and their cleanliness for the past 14 years. She loves to cook food and as a typical Nepali person, her favorite food is Daal Bhaat.<\/p>\n<\/div><a class=\"close\" href=\"#\">&times;<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>                <\/div>\n\n                \n                <div\n                    class=\"contents__cards--items wl-people staff-team  col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 col-xs-12\">\n                    <a href=\"#\" class=\"member-info\" data-id=\"344\">\n                        <div class=\"team-member-wrapper\">\n                            <div class=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/kaptan-500x401.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>                            <div class=\"details\">\n                                Kaptan Tamang                                <span> Office Assistant<\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/a>\n                    <div class=\"overlay-popup team-popup\" style=\"display: none;\"><div class=\"popup\"><div class=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/women-lead.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/kaptan.jpg\"><\/div><div class=\"details\"><div class=\"title\"><h3>Kaptan Tamang<\/h3>Office Assistant<\/div><div class=\"info\"><p>Kaptan dai keeps our garden beautiful and makes our office space a fun to work in. 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