Shree Mahankal Primary School 2008

When we went to Shree Mahankal Primary School this year, it was the day before a major festival in the village, so many children were not there. But much progress has been made in obtaining new land for the school that is much higher and much farther from the river. Construction has already begun with holes being dug for the footings for the new school and stone carvers carving out stone for the bricks. In addition, a new woman teacher has been hired who will certainly serve as a role model for the girls.

School Portraits

The following pictures were taken by Kirk Richmond. They are of some of the children in the school and the village of Tallu Nallu followed by some great pictures of the countryside around the school and of the village. Enjoy!

SETU Nepal

SETU Nepal is a non-profit organization in Nepal that addresses the many difficulties faced by women being released from prison and women recently widowed. These women and their children are social and economic outcasts in this curlture. Therefore, the word SETU meaning: "Bridge". SETU provides a halfway house where these women can gain social skills and training in such things as sewing, driving, pig farming, beautician skills and many other money generating skills. SETU enables these women to re-enter society equipped to support themselves and their children. For more information contact SETU at setunepal@wlink.com.np.