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Stories

Through the inspiring stories of our patients, we witness how dedicated treatment and support are changing lives across Nepal. From overcoming leprosy and disabilities to receiving life-saving medical care, these real stories of healing and hope reflect the profound impact of INF’s work, showing how every journey is a testament to resilience, faith, and the…

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  • Bhola Bishwakarma: Baking a Future at Home

    Posted 4 months ago

  • Nazir Miya: Harvesting Hope Through Water Security

    Posted 4 months ago

  • Restoring Hope: Sumi Roka Magar’s Journey to Resilience

    Posted 4 months ago

  • From Silence to Leadership: Empowering Women in Karnali

    Posted 6 months ago

  • From Darkness to Leadership – Ramesh Bahadur’s Journey of Hope

    Posted 7 months ago

  • From Struggle to Success: Anju’s Journey Through Model Farming

    Posted 1 year ago

  • Ruby’s Remarkable Journey: Overcoming Tragedy and Rediscovering Strength

    Posted 1 year ago

  • Case Story: Hasiram Kami’s Journey to a Safer Home

    Posted 1 year ago

  • Hearing the Future: Path Back to Education

    Bina’s story is a reminder of how timely medical care can open doors to new opportunities. Her surgeries didn’t just restore her hearing — they gave her confidence, a chance...

    Posted 1 year ago

  • Turning Dreams into Reality

    *Rani Rawal, a 22-year-old resident of Haatsijha, Kanakasundari Rural Municipality in Jumla, lives with her family of four. Her household includes her 32-year-old husband and their two sons, aged 8...

    Posted 1 year ago

  • INF Nepal’s Impact Through Empowering FCHVs

    Female community health volunteers (FCHV) play a crucial role ensuring the health and well-being of women and communities in Nepal. They are recruited locally, trained on basic primary health care,...

    Posted 1 year ago

  • Building a Better Tomorrow

    *Bhim Maya lives in Ward No. 3 of Sunchahari Rural Municipality, Moulaban, with her mother-in-law, three daughters, and three sons. She grew up in Sunchahari-4 Suri in a family that struggled...

    Posted 2 years ago

  • A Journey of Resilience: Kishan Tamang’s Story of Empowerment & Inclusion for the Deaf

    Kishan Tamang’s story is one of resilience and determination. Born in Sardikhola, Pokhara, he lost his hearing at the age of four, facing a world full of barriers for the...

    Posted 2 years ago

  • Meena’s Rebirth: A Journey of Courage, Surgery, and Hope

    Meena’s life was shaped by the physical and emotional toll of leprosy, but with reconstructive surgery at Green Pastures Hospital, she regained not only the use of her hands but...

    Posted 2 years ago

  • Khem Maya Rokaya: The Impact of Improved Cooking Stoves

    In rural Nepal, Improved Cooking Stoves (ICS) are revolutionizing daily life by reducing firewood consumption, saving women valuable time, and improving health, while also helping to protect the environment.

    Posted 2 years ago

  • Kal Bahadur’s Triumph: Reclaiming Independence with a New Leg

    Kal Bahadur’s life was changed forever after a leg amputation, but with the support of INF Nepal’s CHD Project, he regained his mobility and independence, empowering him to return to...

    Posted 2 years ago

  • Gopal’s Path to Healing: Overcoming Tragedy with Courage and Care

    Gopal Damai’s life was forever changed after a devastating road accident left him with a spinal cord injury, but through the unwavering support of his family and the expert care...

    Posted 2 years ago

  • Janaki Yadav: Restoring Dignity and Hope

    Janaki Yadav, a 35-year-old woman from Banke District, Nepal, endured a lifetime of hardship due to early marriage, societal expectations, and a debilitating fistula, but after receiving life-changing surgery at...

    Posted 2 years ago

  • Satish’s Triumph: Restoring Mobility and Hope After Leprosy

    Thanks to the skilled team at Green Pastures Hospital, Satish has regained movement in his left hand and a renewed sense of independence. Diagnosed with leprosy at just 17, Satish...

    Posted 2 years ago

  • Breaking the Silence: Dilu’s Lifelong Journey to Ear Pain Relief

    She recently underwent a transformative surgery at Green Pastures Hospital (GPH) Ear Centre, finally bringing an end to her decades-long struggle.

    Posted 2 years ago

  • Malati’s Journey of Resilience: Self-Help Group

    She found hope and support through the Paribartan Self-Help Group, part of an INF Nepal initiative in her community. Joining the group offered her a chance to rebuild; with training...

    Posted 2 years ago

  • Maya Tharu’s Journey of Resilience: Love and Independence

    Maya found a new sense of hope and freedom. “This wheelchair will allow me to be independent at home,” she shares gratefully …

    Posted 2 years ago

  • Jajarkot Earthquake Response: Sunita Shahi’s Story of Resilience

    INF Nepal’s quick response brought much-needed supplies like blankets and mattresses, providing Sunita and her family with warmth and comfort. Her story reflects resilience, strength, and the power of community...

    Posted 2 years ago

  • Ram Bahadur’s Battle with Leprosy and the Life-Changing Care at Shining Hospital

    A Journey of Healing and Hope: Ram Bahadur’s Battle with Leprosy and the Life-Changing Care at Shining Hospital

    Posted 2 years ago

  • Strengthening disaster preparedness in Gandaki

    The Disaster Preparedness Network (DP Net) held its Gandaki Provincial Meeting on 27 March 2024 at the INF Complex in Pokhara, uniting diverse organisations to enhance disaster readiness in Gandaki...

    Posted 2 years ago

  • Gopal Shares Her Story:

    Gopal’s life was forever changed after a devastating road accident left him with a spinal cord injury, but through the unwavering support of his family and the expert care at Green Pastures Hospital, he found the strength to rebuild his life and hope for the future.

    In the past year alone, GPH treated 81 spinal cord injury cases and provided rehabilitation to 688 patients

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    Gopal

    Gopal Damai, a 27-year-old from Kaski