We are thrilled to report that following the Gorkha committee AGM they have confirmed that the current team will stand unchanged for the next 3 years with Laxman Archaya remaining as President. The small team work as volunteers which is very unusual in Nepal. They remain dedicated to supporting those in need by liaising with […]
GDS have funded uniforms for an additional 65 children in four Gorkha schools totaling £550. Though we already support 125 children through sponsorship, our committee in Gorkha requested ‘help for 65 students directly and their parents, teachers and fellow students with the standard school uniform. The programme aims to support students who can’t buy uniforms […]
We are so pleased that Gorkha Hospital is happy to accept students who are studying medicine and wish to gain experience overseas. Students in their final year who may wish to consider a month’s Elective placement in Gorkha and who understand GDS ethos and aims, are invited to contact us via our website to start […]
With busy lives then regular communications through our WhatsApp group and online meetings enable GDS to share and discuss all charity concerns, applications and volunteers with great success. However, we don’t get to meet! So, its very special when we all get together, especially when we’re able to enjoy Geeta and Amir’s dhal baht to […]
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 […]
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.
Megan celebrated the Hindu festival of Brothers Day with her host family Lila. Sisters place tikas on their brothers to give them protection and give them gifts. In return the brothers gift their sisters money and the mala necklace is given as part of the blessing.
