Kamala Shares her Thoughts on Life Skills
Every month we ask the students to talk to us about a different theme. This month is “life skills”. Kamala weighs in on what skills she has learned and how they will benefit her in the future. The term “life skills” refers to the skills you need to make the most out of life. It … Read more
Interview With HCC Youth Council Member Jiya
Student volunteers from the HCC Youth Council (USA) recently made photo albums for the students in Nepal graduating from grade 10. We asked Jiya to tell us about her experience creating them. What do you find most rewarding about volunteering with HCC? The joy on the kids faces when we talk and meet in person … Read more
Student Spotlight: Ram
Ram has been in the HCC Signature Program since 2006. He is in his second year of Culinary School and planning for his future in the restaurant industry. I feel great being involved in the culinary school because that is the place for a student to get knowledge, skills, and to learn techniques. Without the education, … Read more
2019 Secondary Education Examination Graduates!
At the end of grade 10 students in Nepal are required to take the Secondary Education Exam (SEE). This milestone is a crucial step in their advancement to higher education. Nine students in the Signature Program and three students in the RES Program were eligible and all twelve passed!! In addition to this achievement opening educational doors, the Signature Program … Read more
Students at Khushi Ghar Host an Open House Fundraiser!
The students at Khushi Ghar recently hosted a open house as a fundraiser for their summer Sewa (service) Project. The funds they raised were matched by a generous sponsor so their efforts could go even further! Barsha tells us the full story: On June 14th, 2019 we held an open house fundraising event at Khushi … Read more
Student Spotlight: Rina
Rina recently graduated from grade 10 and moved into Khushi Ghar full time. She is using her time before she starts school again in the fall to volunteer and give back to her community. She wrote us a letter about this month’s theme: JOY I have felt joy many times in my life. Even … Read more
New Partnership Alert! Sportiqe + HCC
Until May 22, Sportiqe Apparel will be donating a portion of proceeds to HCC! We are excited about this partnership – not only does Sportiqe make comfortable, globally conscious apparel, but their regular social impact campaigns are making a difference with every purchase! Check out their blog about Founders Bruce and … Read more
Saraswati’s Update from Her Last Year in University
Saraswati has been studying hard and sent us a letter as she finishes her last year of her Bachelor’s Degree. I was so happy to meet with Bruce Uncle and Dinesh Uncle. It had been a monotonous routine and your visit really cheered me up a lot. I have been focusing on my practicals since … Read more
Interview with Sponsor Naresh Gurung
Recently HCC sponsor Naresh Gurung was able to visit with the students at Khushi Ghar. He sat down to talk about his experience as a mentor and sponsor and what it was like to meet the students he’s been helping! How did you find out about hcc? My parents were originally from Pokhara … Read more
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