In the midst of the Covid 19 pandemic, when the world was grappling with uncertainty, Shriya Shakya, Co-founder of the Patisserie and her partner decided to embark on a new venture. Despite the challenging scenario, Shriya envisioned an opulent Parisian-style bakery in Kathmandu. She wanted to fill the market gap for a premium bakery and...
Shobha Sunuwar, also known by her pen name ‘Juliet,’ is the first female poet in the Koinch Sunuwar language of Nepal. She is the Vice Chairperson of the Sunuwar Welfare Society and the General Secretary of the National Indigenous Women Federation. She is actively involved in promoting indigenous culture and literature as a television presenter,...
From a young age, Izabella Koziell was deeply drawn to nature and driven by a desire to conserve it. Her passion led her into this field, ultimately making her the first female Deputy Director General of International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development a regional intergovernmental learning and knowledge-sharing centre serving the eight regional member countries...
Purnima Shrestha, a trailblazer in mountaineering and a record breaker, sets another record by becoming the first woman to summit Mt. Everest three times in a single season. Beyond her mountaineering achievements, Purnima is a talented photojournalist who has contributed to The New York Times. It was her passion for photography that inspired her to...
Dixita Karki is a rising musician who started her career as a child star in the Nepali music scene. From a young age, she has only dreamt of sharing her musical talent with the world. She began by posting cover songs on YouTube which soon evolved into something much bigger. With 206k subscribers on YouTube,...
Prajeet Budhathoki is the co-owner of Queermandu and Joey Foster Ellis is an art conservator. They celebrated their love and union in a traditional Hindu wedding ceremony recently in the capital. In a world that often clings to outdated notions of love, Joey and Prajeet stand as a bold testament to breaking stereotypes and defying societal...
The tourism and hospitality sector are witnessing a transformative wave led by successful women reshaping the narratives. This article delves into the journeys of five women who have carved out successful careers. Their stories offer invaluable insights into the challenges and triumphs women face in the tourism and hospitality sectors, shedding light on the importance...
Valérie Orsoni is a globally recognised wellness expert, author and entrepreneur who is redefining health and fitness. As the Co-founder of Lily Warrior, a non-profit athleisure brand and empowerment platform that champions eco-friendly and vegan practices, Valérie combines her passion for sustainability with her mission to inspire women to embrace their dual strength, graceful yet...