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Leadership

Rajesh Kumar Shrestha

Executive Director

Rajesh brings over 15 years of experience in environmental conservation and sustainable development. He has led numerous community-based conservation projects across Nepal and has been instrumental in establishing Green Foundation Nepal as a trusted partner in sustainable development initiatives. His expertise lies in participatory governance, climate finance, and community capacity building. Prior to joining GFN, Rajesh worked with international conservation organizations and holds a Master's degree in Environmental Management from Tribhuvan University. He is passionate about empowering local communities to become stewards of their natural resources.

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Sunita Tamang

Program Director

Sunita oversees all field programs and community partnerships at Green Foundation Nepal. With a background in social work and community development, she ensures that GFN's programs are culturally appropriate, inclusive, and effectively address the needs of Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities. She has specialized expertise in gender mainstreaming, participatory rural appraisal, and community-led conservation. Sunita holds a Master's degree in Development Studies and is committed to ensuring that women and marginalized groups have equal voice and benefit in all GFN initiatives.

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Anil Bhattarai

Senior Forest Conservation Officer

Anil leads GFN's forest conservation and REDD+ initiatives. He works directly with community forest user groups to implement sustainable forest management practices and access climate finance mechanisms. With over 10 years of experience in forestry and natural resource management, Anil has helped communities develop forest management plans that balance conservation with livelihood needs. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Forestry and has received specialized training in carbon accounting and REDD+ project development.

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Maya Gurung

Climate Resilience Specialist

Maya coordinates GFN's climate adaptation and resilience building programs. She works with vulnerable communities to develop and implement climate adaptation strategies, focusing on agriculture, water resource management, and disaster risk reduction. With expertise in climate science and community-based adaptation, Maya facilitates participatory vulnerability assessments and helps communities access climate adaptation funding. She holds a Master's degree in Climate Change and Development.

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Ram Prasad Chaudhary

Livelihood Development Officer

Ram Prasad manages GFN's livelihood diversification and economic empowerment programs. He works with communities to develop sustainable income-generating activities, establish cooperatives, and access markets for forest and agricultural products. His experience includes value chain development, cooperative management, and social entrepreneurship. Ram Prasad is dedicated to helping communities achieve economic self-reliance while preserving their cultural heritage and natural resources.

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Priya Shakya

Finance and Administration Manager

Priya oversees all financial and administrative operations at Green Foundation Nepal. She ensures transparent financial management, compliance with donor requirements, and efficient organizational operations. With professional certifications in accounting and over 8 years of experience in non-profit financial management, Priya maintains the highest standards of accountability and transparency in GFN's operations.

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Bikash Thapa

Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

Bikash leads GFN's monitoring, evaluation, and learning systems. He develops data collection tools, conducts impact assessments, and ensures that programs are achieving their intended outcomes. His expertise in participatory M&E methods and data analysis helps GFN continuously improve program quality and demonstrate impact to stakeholders. Bikash holds a Master's degree in Development Studies with specialization in M&E.

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