October 14 & 15, 2026, Kanchanpur – As part of its ongoing school- and community-based interventions under the Generating Ownership, Awareness and Liberation (GOAL): From Harmful Gender Stereotypes and SGBV Project, implemented with the support of AEIN Luxembourg, Saathi provided educational support to students from marginalized communities in Krishnapur and Shuklaphanta Municipalities, Kanchanpur, on 14 and 15 October 2026.
The support included school uniforms, school bags, shoes, exercise books, and stationery, benefiting a total of 32 students; 17 from Krishnapur Municipality and 15 from Shuklaphanta Municipality. Ward chairs, school principals, and members of the GBV Monitoring Groups handed over the educational materials to the students.
During the programme, school principals appreciated Saathi’s initiative, stating that the educational materials would encourage students from marginalized communities to pursue their studies and help reduce some of the financial barriers to education.
Members of the GBV Monitoring Groups also commended Saathi’s continued interventions in the municipalities, highlighting the importance of community-level initiatives in promoting inclusion, gender equality, and the well-being of vulnerable groups.
Ward representatives expressed their appreciation for Saathi’s support, emphasizing that educational assistance for students from marginalized families would help ease the financial burden on parents and motivate children to continue their education. They also acknowledged Saathi’s collaboration with schools, local governments, and community stakeholders.
The educational support initiative reflects Saathi’s continued commitment to promoting access to education for students from marginalized communities. Through the GOAL project, Saathi continues to engage schools, local governments, and communities to address social barriers, promote equality and inclusion, and create a supportive and inclusive learning environment for all children.
