We were lucky enough to be invited to share in the 50 year celebrations at one of the local schools. It was a three day extravaganza of speeches, dancing, music, prizes and performances and it was a lovely way to start to see and understand more of the culture and the tremendous amount of work […]
Volunteers Tess and Sam arrived in Gorkha in the New Year and were greeted by our dedicated committee who helped develop their individual programmes. They were also greeted by their host family and welcomed into the Gorkha community. Tess and Sam spent 3 months working with children in schools and the Higher Education campus, as […]
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 […]
Our excellent hygiene programme has taken place, back in the summer, for the first time since Covid. Gorkha hospital confirmed that the lack of understanding relating to hygiene remains a cause of disease and illness especially in children. The classes held over 12 weeks are run by the women’s group GWA but this time were […]
Our committee in Gorkha GDHEDS, held a meeting recently and will soon be celebrating their 25th AGM. It’s a great milestone of our working together and recognised in a message from Chair Laxman: “Dear All, I express my sincere gratitude for your wonderful presence in the 25th Annual General Meeting of GODHEDS Gorkha. This was […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Contributions to Teacher training workshops on autism and other learning disabilities, along with supporting and sharing ideas with teachers in a number of schools. Madeline’s impact will last much longer than her short visit to Gorkha. A big thank you to Madeleine from all at GDHEDS and from GDS in the UK.
On leaving Gorkha, the committee gathered to offer thanks to Madeline. Everywhere she went she wanted to help, and was clearly happy in everything she experienced. Visiting the rural areas with very limited resources, she took in her stride, as well as joining in the women’s hygiene programme. Also, working with a wide range of […]
On visits to the Shree Mahendra School, Madeline was able to show her passion as she played with the Disabled children. She visited for several evenings after school and worked with the teacher to provide ideas and guidance. Madeline was an inspiration to the children and the teacher.
