On the 25th of April 2015, Nepal was struck by one of the most powerful earthquakes seen in the last 80 years. Countless aftershocks followed and caused further destruction, especially in the rural areas. More than 8,000 people lost their lives. Over 2.8 million people were affected by the quakes. Given the extent of the damage, after providing emergency relief, we also supported the country and its people in the areas of shelter, water and sanitation, psychological support and health, while preparing communities for future natural disasters.
Since 2020 we are working in close collaboration with local partners RSDC and KOSHISH with a focus on holistic community development to support the most vulnerable populations of Nepal. Along with preventative measures, which strengthen community resilience, we are conducting a human rights-based Global WASH Program in Nepal, which entails interventions for the improvement of water and sanitation facilities. In our other cross-country project, the “WomenPreneurs4Plastic” we are addressing the plastic problem by its roots and support women on their journey to a self-determined life.
