103,384 primary-age children out of school

In 2006, Nepal emerged from a 10-year civil war, fuelled by high levels of poverty, inequality and exclusion.

Now, over half the population survive on less than $1.25 a day. Nepal's literacy rate is among the lowest in the world, with many rural villages remaining unreached by government education.

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Our work

• 20+ community partnerships and local leadership committees
• 3,000+ children enrolled in a UWS school
• 200+ local and government teachers

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Meet Sona

Sona is 10 years old and is the fourth of six children in her family. Her family depends on the $50 a month that Sona’s father earns as a farmer.

Sona is determined to lift her family out of poverty. She knows that education is the way to do this - that’s why she used to walk two hours each way to the nearest school. Although the long journey left her tired, she worked hard in class.

After UWS established a school near her village, her journey became a lot quicker. Sona has now been attending this local school for over three years and is thriving. She’s always at the top of her class and rarely misses a day of school.

After completing her education, Sona wants to become a doctor. By doing so, she hopes to challenge the traditional gender roles in her community.

Name has been changed to protect identity

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