The Beginning
Console Mission was born in 2010 from the friendship of three women who had each spent more than three decades serving in Nepal’s not‑for‑profit sector. They had given their lives to communities, often choosing service over material gain, and now sought to build something of their own — a movement rooted in dignity, trust, and empowerment.
A Defining Moment
One of the founders, Ms. Martha Marhatta Sharma, shared a story that shaped the path ahead. While on duty, she encountered an elderly woman brought in as an emergency case. Abandoned and living at a bus stop, the woman had been assaulted and died without justice. Her case was ignored by the relevant offices, a painful reminder that women of all ages — from childhood to old age — remain unsafe in society.
This tragedy became the turning point. The three friends resolved to focus on safeguarding dignity for elderly women, while continuing to champion the rights of children and youth.
Martha’s Legacy
Ms. Martha, who remained single alongside Ms. Parbati, devoted her life to service. Thinking ahead, she invested her land for the future of Console Mission, with the vision of building an Old Age Home for women and mothers. Though Console Mission could not construct it directly, the land was entrusted to Koinonia Social Service, who built what is now known as Martha Home — a living legacy of her commitment to elder dignity and care.
Continuing the Journey
Today, Console Mission remains women‑led, with women holding the majority of leadership positions. Our programs — from hygiene campaigns and elder advocacy to scholarships and learning centers — carry forward the vision of our founders: creating communities where dignity, protection, and empowerment are guaranteed for all.
