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Helen was able to visit the new memorial building for the lives lost in Barpak, which was the epicentre of the devastating earthquakes in 2015. 

Funding was recently requested for a teacher training programme in Barpak.  As always this is something we love to support with Laxman and the team, providing two days of classes to inspire 35 teachers from a number of schools in the remote area of Barpak at a cost of just £350! Helen had the opportunity […]

It’s always very special when a volunteer is taken by the local ladies to  select fabric for a traditional outfit, the kurta sava. Helens bright and colourful outfit looks stunning and is so comfy in the heat of the nepali summer when she joins the ladies in school and many other events.

Specialised occupational therapist Helen has arrived in Gorkha to share her skills and support staff working with Special Educational Needs children. Our team in Gorkha, GDHEDS, welcomed Helen and then she was taken to join her host family where she will spend the next five weeks. We look forward to sharing her experiences with you […]

After completing his Elective programme in Gorkha hospital, Yong Kumar, Sarita and Kalpana made a traditional presentation to say farewell.   Alistair has now completed his final year medical studies at Edinburgh University and we would like to thank him for volunteering through GDS. Congratulations Alistair on passing and we wish you well in your […]

Medical Elective Alistair has kept us updated with his experience to date, in the Gorkha hospital.  We weren’t sure what to expect as this is a new hospital so a bit unknown. However, it clearly has been a varied and valuable placement. He has spent time in the Emergency Department, Paediatrics, Theatre and Gynaecology.  Such […]

Alistair was welcomed at the hospital and is developing an understanding of the staffing and departments at the new hospital. Receiving our first Elective placement since pre-covid, this is an exciting renewal of a hopefully long standing collaboration between GDS, GDHEDS and Gorkha Hospital.

Great news, Alistair Higgins from Edinburgh University has arrived in Gorkha, to undertake a one month placement at the Gorkha Hospital. He was given a warm welcome by our GDHEDS committee, which included President Laxman, Yong Kumar and Sarita. Alistair messaged us to say ‘it was absolutely amazing and I am very excited for the […]

The one-day conference hosted a range of interesting speakers relating to health and education in Nepal. There was also an opportunity for the many small uk based ngos to share inspirational stories as well as addressing the ongoing challenges in Nepal.  Trustees Linda B. and Naomi, plus future volunteer Helen attended and gained much from […]

We are sad to share the news that long term supporter of GDS Mrs Hook has passed away. Mr and Mrs Hook will live on in the memory of many children in Gorkha, as the people from the UK who helped give them a chance and an education.  They were a very generous and lovely […]

In our latest newsletter, news from our last volunteer Madeline. Gorkha Hospital celebrates 50 years. Two of our trustee’s Amir and Geeta, their daughter Ashwini goes to Gorkha to visit family, and was able to witness a Women’s Health Programme in a poor rural village.

Congratulations to Madeline, we are very proud of you, on completing the Brighton half marathon. A great result. A Massive thank you form GDS as she has raised incredibly over £600 for the charity. If you would like to add to Madeline’s total for the half marathon, click on the link. https://wonderful.org/fundraisers/7QvDN 

Recent volunteer Madeline is running the Brighton half marathon to raise funds for GDS. Madeleine contributed to a number of projects in Gorkha and can see what a difference the funds make.  What a fantastic way to show her appreciation to all the people who took care of her and help fund more projects. Come […]

Our Annual Quiz Night was great success with over £1000 being raised for Nepal. GDS would like to thank everyone for coming along and supporting us, we hope you all enjoyed the evening with friends and family.

Happy New Year to all our friends and followers. We have a quiz night coming up, 10th February 2024. All the information is on the poster. if you’re local or in the area, why not come and join us, for a fun evening. Limited number of tables, so booking early.

Wishing all our friends and colleagues near and far a Merry Christmas and all the very best for the New Year 2024.

We have raised  over £800 this year. Thank you to everyone that bought a wreath, we are truly grateful.

Village Market, Eaton Bishop Hereford- fresh foliage Christmas Wreaths made and decorated by Linda B. and Linda C. Also, we had gorgeous cakes baked by Lauren, raising just over £200. Lots more wreaths on order in Chelmsford, so a busy week ahead.

A break from our normal Newsletter, we would like to share a wonderful report on this year’s School Sponsorship programme which was prepared by Laxman as President of GDHEDS in Gorkha who also co-ordinates the programme now sponsoring 120 children.   The report provides you with a complete insight into the work done behind the scenes […]