Saathi Teachers Programme

धन्यवाद EducationSamachar!
Mahesh Timalsina

जहाँ शिक्षकको अभाव छ, त्यहीँ आशा बनेर पुग्छन् ‘साथी शिक्षक’ ! काठमाडौं । सामुदायिक विद्यालयमा गुणस्तरीय शिक्षा सुधारका अनेक प्रयास भइरहेका बेला एउटा फरक र प्रभावकारी अभियान...

Today was yet another reminder of what commitment to education truly looks like.

We gathered to celebrate 12 remarkable young individuals from the 5th cohort of the Saathi Teachers Programme, who have just completed their two-year teaching journey in rural primary schools. Their dedication, resilience, and belief in the potential of young children have left a deep mark in the classrooms and communities they served.

At the same time, we were delighted to welcome new Saathi teachers from the 7th cohort, a new generation of educators ready to carry this work forward. Their journey begins now; with the same spirit and purpose: to strengthen primary education and improve learning for children in rural schools through partnership with local governments and schools.

What made the celebration even more special was the presence of many of our alumni, most of whom have chosen to continue in the teaching profession full-time. They shared stories from classrooms, reflected on their impact, and inspired the incoming cohort. Together, they represent a growing community of educators; a continuous chain of commitment working to improve the environments in which children learn and thrive.

We are deeply honored that our long-time supporter and advisor Gagan Thapa joined us as the Chief Guest. Despite his many national responsibilities, he made time to be with us, simply to listen to the stories of young Saathi teachers determined to make a difference in the lives of children.

Our gratitude also goes to our advisor Dr. Meenakshi Dahal, who has consistently supported Saathi teachers through the various training process and spoke today on “Building Career in Education”.

We are grateful to our local government partners, national and international supporters, and friends of the Saathi Teachers Programme whose support and solidarity continues to make this work possible. Thank you to everyone who took the time today to join us and celebrate the Saathi community stories and impact. It truly means a lot.

And, thanks to our hard-working team despite small it is whose never stopping dedication sustains this journey every day and helps to bring and event like this possible and livelier.

We look forward with excitement and hope as the new cohort of Saathi teachers begins their chapter in the coming academic year.

The journey continues!