It is essential to ensure that no one is left behind.

Authored by a management volunteer at Console Mission.

Covid-19 has impacted individuals globally in numerous ways. A student from the far eastern region of Nepal, Okhaldhunga, arrived in the country’s central city but, unable to afford her college fees, sought assistance from Console Mission.

After completing grade 10, students in Nepal have the option to pursue a career path that allows them to earn after a 3-year Vocational Course, overseen by a government project known as CTEVT. The cost ranges from 8 to 10 lakhs in local currency, or approximately 7000 to 8500 American dollars. Some students secure scholarships or manage through loans. Often, their parents hold low-paying jobs or work in Middle Eastern countries. However, the pandemic led to job losses, forcing many to return to Nepal and their children to discontinue their studies. I encountered a similar case; after understanding her needs, I provided her with a scholarship form. She completed it and submitted the necessary documents. Imagine she had to stop attending her online classes because she couldn’t pay the fees, while her parents advised her to manage until they could afford it. Unfortunately, this approach was not feasible. She still has one and a half years left to complete her Diploma in Engineering.

I received positive feedback on the scholarship application. When I shared the news, she expressed her gratitude with heartfelt thanks, saying, “Thank you so much, sir, for making my dream come true by giving me the opportunity to continue my studies.” Isn’t this what we have done, planting a seed of hope? We discover that everyone has plans for our welfare, to provide us with a future filled with hope. In the days ahead, this student, along with many others, will realize who guided us to make this happen, to achieve our hopeful future.

“heartily Thank u so much sir Hajur harule mero sapana pura garne mero padhailai continue garne abasar dinyvayo thank u so much”