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04 September 2026, five NJSI team members met with the Education Officer and Deputy Mayor; field observations were conducted in affected areas in Bidhur Municipality, Nuwakot. The observation revealed that some of the schools and public buildings have been used as temporary shelters. Although the availability of food items were available at the time of the visit, the requirements of other basic needs were evident.

After the assessment in the field, NJSI made arrangements with the Star Boarding Holding Centre in Ward No. 9, Bidur Municipality. NJSI visited the centre on 6 September, where about 250 flood victims were housed. The center was functioning under capacity with insufficient mattresses, clothes and bed sheets.
On 6 September 2026, NJSI, in collaboration with St. Xavier’s School Jawalakhel, distributed relief packages to the centre through a team led by Fr. Boby Joseph SJ. The centre was sheltering 250 flood-affected residents, mostly from Meghang and Likhu rural municipalities. The materials supported by St. Xavier’s School included individual kits with daily essentials, utensils, food and other essentials such as torch lights and handwash.

On 6 September, the second team led by Fr. Augustus Ekka SJ conducted a second field visit to Galchi Rural Municipality, Dhading, where the team met with Mr Thakur Dhungana, Assistant Education Officer and Mrs Gyani Thapa, Principal of Bagheshwori School. The assessment identified urgent educational needs at Bagheshwori School, including science laboratory materials and ICT equipment.

The school reported that 22 desktop computers and 4 laptops had been completely damaged by the flash flood, along with other equipment such as smart boards. The Amleshwori Gurukal Sanskrit Ved Vishram School was reported to have been destroyed, while Success School was preparing to reopen on 7 September. The team also visited the Dhading Bahumukhi Campus holding centre, which was accommodating approximately 62 flood-affected people, including 36 children. NJSI will continue to coordinate with the local authorities and schools to identify priority needs and explore appropriate support for the affected education communities.

                             

                             

                             

                             

On 26 August 2026, a destructive flash flood devastated Rasuwa and downstream districts, including Nuwakot and Dhading. More than 1331 people lost their lives, and over 4896 people remain missing. The flood destroyed houses, roads, bridges, schools, hydropower facilities and communication systems. Holding centres have been established in Rasuwa, Nuwakot, Dhading and Kathmandu to accommodate families who have lost their homes or cannot return to their communities.

Among education centres, the hostel building for the blind at Chandeshwari Higher Secondary School in Tupche, Ward No. 7, which had been constructed by Nepal Jesuit Social Institute (NJSI) after the 2015 earthquake, was severely damaged and rendered unusable.

Since the beginning of the disaster, NJSI has maintained constant communication with local governments, partner organisations, schools and other stakeholders to evaluate the situation and provide aid where needed.

On 30 August, NJSI, along with members of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, conducted a field evaluation in Galchi Rural Municipality, Dhading. The team visited Wards No. 4 and 6, spoke with local representatives, and visited a shelter at Dhading Bahumukhi Campus to understand the immediate needs of displaced persons and affected communities.

On 1 September, Nepal Jesuit Society, in partnership with NJSI, St. Xavier’s School Godavari, St. Xavier’s School Jawalakhel, St. Xavier’s College, Maitighar, Kathmandu and St. Mary’s School Jawalakhel, mobilised a relief initiative. Items included a laptop, 2 desktop computers, 2 printers, 2 oxygen concentrators, 2 sanitary pad disposal machines, 2956 sanitary pads, 2 electric water dispensers and 6 emergency lights.

Based on field assessments, NJSI and Sisters of Charity of Nazareth also distributed relief materials in Galchi Rural Municipality on 2 September, following the government’s one door policy. Items included black foam mats, mosquito nets, clothes for women and children, baby food, hygiene kits, sanitary pads, water purifiers, buckets, tents, soap, shampoo, garbage bins, and other essentials. This assistance targeted approximately 200 affected people.

NJSI further visited the Yellow Gumba holding centre in Swayambhu, Kathmandu, where more than 800 displaced persons from Rasuwa are currently sheltered.
Looking ahead, NJSI will continue to monitor the evolving situation and, in partnership with local authorities, schools, and communities, will assist in identifying critical needs and providing relevant support. NJSI remains committed to both emergency relief and long term recovery, with a special focus on children, families, and vulnerable populations who have lost homes, schools, and livelihoods.

                             

                             

NJSI organized a two-day workshop for principals and vice-principals on 3rd and 4th April at the Kavre Regional Center (KRC). A total of 15 principals and vice principals from 8 different schools took part in the workshop. The main goal of this event was to bring together school leaders under one roof to strengthen trust and collaboration around the Fe y Alegría Nepal program. We’ve carefully chosen 8 schools for this initiative based on factors like proximity, large student populations, strong coordination, solid relationships with staff, a focus on secondary education, and previous involvement with the REIN project. These schools are Shree Batchhala Secondary School, Shree Dongden Devi School at Dhadhing, Shree Bhagawati Secondary School, Shree Grammunnati Secondary School at Kavre, Shree Secondary School at Ramechhapp, Shree Himalayan School at Gorkha, Shree Kali Devi Secondary School at Sindhupalchowk and Shree Bhumesthan Secondary School at Dolakha.
In an early stage of planning for improving the quality of education in the rural schools, we staffs were scattered in 8 different locations to collect the in-depth data from these schools. We collected information from a various stakeholder, including school principals, teachers, students, members of the School Management Committee (SMC), Parents Teachers Association (PTA) members, parents, ward chairpersons, and Education Officers from the Rural Municipality. We had a sort of Questioner for each individual. We used the method of one-to-one interview, group discussions, observations and secondary data analysis.
Basically, our activities are divided into 3 main categories, Formal Education, Non-formal Education and Inclusive Education. As the Jesuits are renowned for the expertise in Formal Education, we will be receiving guidance from the Jesuit community. For the Non-formal Education, Laia an Education Specialist, from Spain is guiding us and last but not the least, for the Inclusive, we are communicating with other INGOs/NGOs to exchange the ideas and strategies. We have met couple of organizations to share the ideas and best practices. Although, NJSI has been working in these three areas since 2015, this new initiative builds on our previous experiences while also integrating expert input to ensure the success of the Fe y Alegría Nepal program.
Our two-day workshop with the principals and vice-principals was highly interactive and productive. It is foundational step in launching the Fe y Alegría Nepal program. During the sessions, we presented our background, objectives, planned activities, and methodologies. The participants showed great interest and actively engaged with the content, raising numerous questions and seeking clarity on various aspects of the program. The NJSI team addressed each of their concerns systematically and thoroughly. In addition to the presentations and interactive discussions, we also facilitated team-building activities, which were well-received and enjoyed by the participants. With valuable insight, NJSI is moving forward with a well-informed, collaborative, and strategic approach. We are confident that with continued engagement and guidance, the Fe y Alegría Nepal initiative will make a meaningful impact in the targeted regions and contribute to long-term educational transformation.

                             

                             

From 16 to 20 March 2025, vibrant change-makers from around the world gathered in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, for the 40th General Assembly of the International Federation of Fe y Alegria. The Assembly was a true reflection of the diversity and cultural richness of the Federation that brought together 103 participants, 89 in person and 14 virtually. Among them, 9 representatives were from the emerging Fe y Alegria countries, including Nepal, represented by Fr. Agustus.
The children and youth of the Fe y Alegria schools of the Dominican Republic beautifully showcased this diversity during the opening ceremony. Their performance was also a poignant reminder of the Federation’s strong grounding in local contexts.
Critical global education issues were discussed in the panel discussions. Human rights, funding and citizen participation were some of the main topics. The conversations emphasized the urgency for a systematic transformation to address these issues.
The workshop on advocacy highlighted the urgency for collective public action. There was a strong call for youth leadership and the participation of the citizens. It also explored how youth could influence government at different levels.
One of the sessions focused on new frontiers. The workshop recognized the need for the movement to reflect on the new frontiers to address new challenges, including inclusive education, early childhood, ecology, youth and migration. All the participants actively engaged in sharing their priorities unique to their local contexts.
Another important highlight of the Assembly was the visit to local Fe y Alegria educational institutions in the Dominican Republic. These visits offered us tangible examples of the impact of the Fe y Alegria movement on communities. Interactions with students and community members revealed the deep connection and mutual trust between schools and local communities, as well as their shared commitment to social development.
Participating in the Assembly was really an enriching experience. It brought together diverse and rich stories of their commitment for social change from around the world. The events at the Assembly also showed us how education, when deeply rooted in local realities, can become a powerful tool for empowerment and social change. As the founder of Fe y Alegria Movement, Jose Maria Velaz said, “Education is not only a right; it is a means for liberation and transformation.”
We have an array of examples of how education has capacity to change lives. As we return to our own countries, we carry with us the spirit and the experiences of the movement. With faith and joy, we journey together in global solidarity through our local actions in rural Nepal, remembering the words of Valez, “Our horizon is the world, but our commitment is to the poorest.”

After the earthquake on 3rd Nov, 2023 at Jajarkot, the initiation of Nepal Jesuit Social Institution has made significant improvements in the educational sector at Jajarkot district. Previously, right after the earthquake, in an alarming phase, NJSI had constructed 25 Temporary Learning Center (TLC), distributed furniture and education materials. This time, NJSI team stayed from 17th Nov to 4th Dec at Jajarkot to provided well-furnished furniture and REIN to 12 schools, and benefiting 2,300 students. The schools expressed immense gratitude during the handover ceremony, noting the significant difference the new furniture will made in their educational environment.
Before, the classrooms in the schools lacked essential furniture, compelling the students to sit on the floor during lessons. This not only created physical discomfort but also hindered their ability to focus and engage effectively in their studies. In other classrooms, the existing furniture were inadequate and uncomfortable. The financial contribution, from Caritas Italiana and General Curia, has been deeply appreciated by the school, students, teachers, community and even from the local Government bodies.
On 2nd Dec, Fr. Amrit Rai, the Superior of NJS, Fr. Agustus, the Executive Director of NJSI, some of the staffs of NJSI, Education Officer, teachers, principals, parents, members of school management committee were present in the handover program.
In a broader sense, providing the materials to the schools goes beyond simply gratifying the need of the schools rather it represents an improvement in the quality of education.

Fe y Algeria (FyA), a Movement for Integral Popular Education and Social Development, was initiated in Nepal in 2021. It was marked by the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Fr Amrit, the Superior of Nepal Jesuits and Fr. Carlos Frintzen, the former Coordinator General of the International Federation of Fe y Algeria, during the opening ceremony of Kavre Regional Center at Panchkhal, Kavre. Currently, NJSI is advancing towards developing and implementing the FyA program in rural Nepal in the coming years.
With support from our donor, Xavier Network, and guidance from our consultant team led by Xavier Mir, we are conceptualizing our vision for FyA in Nepal. The team has led several meetings and workshops, exploring various elements for our future FyA program. The NJSI Management Committee and all staff have been actively involved in this process. Ms. Pilar Lopez, Asia Regional Manager at FyA, has been accompanying us throughout the process.
The numerous meetings and workshops have laid a foundation for FyA program, resulting in a Concept Note, a roadmap that we aim to finalized soon. Our future program will focus on the education sector, with a special emphasis on formal, non-formal and inclusive education in selected rural municipalities where we have previously worked.
FyA is a global educational movement. Many countries are part of this movement. Each country has developed its own model to uplift vulnerable populations through education. We are in the process of creating a FyA model in Nepal that is contextually relevant and beneficial to the community we serve.
We understand that our vision of creating a new model will not emerge overnight and has a lot of challenges. We may face numerous hurdles, challenges and rejections. It may require change in our strategies and approaches to address the various challenges in the implementation of the program. However, our primary focus remains: to keep working with faith to make this movement a success in Nepal by bringing joy to the community we serve.