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The Great Nepali Diaspora Newsletter
Edition II - November 2024
Vayu - Connecting Nepalis Across the Globe
Dear Members of TGND,
Welcome to the November edition of the TGND Newsletter! As we move into the final months of the year, we’re thrilled to share exciting updates and opportunities with you. This month, we have a special Founder’s Note, recaps of recent community events across Seattle, San Francisco, Houston, and Philadelphia, and the latest from our podcast series. Plus, we’re excited to announce the upcoming TGND Summit—a chance for us all to connect, learn, and celebrate together!
Founder’s Note 🖋️
Hi everyone!
It has been an eventful month for TGND with interesting events for various chapters and hubs. One intentional theme you might recognize is “collaboration” and that’s a value that’s not just in our mission statement but internalized.
Our community is built to get stronger and better as more collaborations happen and we are championing that ethos through intentional alliances and partnerships. We’ve helped Daayitwa fundraise and individuals like actress/activist Nisha Adhikari Malla and organizations like Ek Ek Paila connect to the diaspora. For our event in Philadelphia, we collaborated with Nepali Women in Computing while for the one in San Francisco, we worked with Link-Learn-Lift (L3), Stanford University Nepali Student Association, Global Health Advocacy & Research (GHAR) and National Nepali Youth Network (NNYN).
Something I am very much looking forward to is what we hope will be our marquee event. TGND Summit: Empowering Nepali Excellence, Inspiring Global Impact will be a virtual day of learning and growing on Dec 15 with Dr. Sameer Maskey from Fusemachines Inc as the keynote speaker.
As Dashain/Tihar give way to Thanksgiving and the holiday season in the US, I wish you all good health and happiness.
Best regards,
Preeti
Podcast 🎙️
In October's episodes of TGND Beats, Diaspora ka Kurakani, we featured inspiring stories from remarkable Nepali professionals.
Emmy-winning producer and director, Jaswant Dev Shrestha, shares his journey through the film industry.
Discusses his 2023 Emmy win and collaborations with major studios like Disney and Marvel.
Explores his early inspirations and the path that led him to his achievements.
Health professionals Dr. Pooja Sherchan and Dr. Shailendra Sharma discuss the unique health challenges faced by Nepali migrant workers.
Introduce their advocacy project, "Ghar," which focuses on raising awareness and improving support for these workers.
Entrepreneur Anup Tamrakar recounts his journey from Nepal to the U.S.
Shares insights on business, leadership, and his experiences with community engagement.
Each episode provides inspiring perspectives on resilience, creativity, and community impact. You can catch these episodes on YouTube.
October Events 🗓️
On October 10, TGND Philadelphia Chapter and Nepali Women+ in Computing held an impactful event centered on allyship, empowerment, and breaking barriers in tech. Panelists Pragya Neupane, Ila Adhikari, and Anjeela Shrestha shared their journeys of overcoming challenges as Nepali women in tech, sparking discussions on inclusivity and community support. Thank you to everyone who joined this insightful evening dedicated to fostering an inclusive future!
October 10, 2024 - Philadelphia, PA
On October 18, we hosted an engaging panel discussion and networking event in Seattle, bringing together community members and leaders to celebrate and support the Nepali diaspora. Panelists Kripa Upadhyay from Buchalter, Nirmal Budhathoki from Microsoft, Chandika Bhandari from Signetic/Leapfrog Technology, Inc., and Preeti Adhikary, founder of TGND, shared insights from their personal and professional journeys, emphasizing the power of collective growth and support within our diaspora. The conversation was expertly moderated by Shraddha Malla, MHA, with Seattle Chapter Leader Suman Gautam coordinating the event. Thank you to everyone who joined us!
October 18, 2024 - Seattle, WA
On October 26, 2024, TGND Houston, led by Chapter Leader Samikshya Adhikari, hosted a lively park meet-up where we enjoyed meeting new people, building connections, and playing games, all while celebrating the joy of Dashain together! It was a memorable day of friendship, fun, and community spirit!
October 26, 2024 - Houston, TX
On October 27, TGND, Link-Learn-Lift, and the Nepali Student Association at Stanford University hosted a powerful networking event in San Francisco. The evening spotlighted Team GHAR and its founders, Dr. Pooja Sherchan and Dr. Shailendra Sharma, who discussed their mission to address the health crisis faced by Nepali migrant workers. Through advocacy and awareness, GHAR aims to improve public health standards and support migrant communities. Thank you to everyone who joined us for this meaningful conversation and call to action!
Momo for Impact, October 27, 2024 - San Francisco, CA
You can browse our upcoming events (both virtual and in-person) on our event page. TGND has about 27 location-based chapters and 8 career-related professional hubs. We encourage you to explore and connect!
TGND Summit 📢
Join us for an inspiring day dedicated to honoring Nepali excellence and innovation across the globe!
The TGND Summit brings together Nepali leaders, visionaries, and changemakers from diverse fields—technology, arts, business, public health, and more. Through powerful keynotes, interactive sessions, and hands-on workshops, we’ll explore the incredible contributions of the Nepali diaspora and connect with each other in meaningful ways.
📅 Date: December 15, 2024
📍 Location: Virtual Event
What to Expect:
• Inspiring Keynotes and Fireside Chats with Nepali thought leaders
• Parallel Sessions on AI, Arts, Entrepreneurship, and more
• Interactive Workshops and Q&A with experts
• Special guests, surprise announcements, and community giveaways!
This is more than just an event; it's a celebration of our heritage, achievements, and a shared vision for the future.
Don’t miss out! Register now to secure your spot and be part of this incredible journey.
Giving Tuesday 🤝
If your employer has a matching program, do consider donating to the Great Nepali Diaspora. We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit registered in the US and can be found on most relevant sites. Alternatively, you can always make a donation here.
Join TGND - Become a member! 👩🏻🏫🧑🏻🏫
If you want to expand your network, become a mentor/mentee, and explore opportunities for professional growth, do join us as a member. Membership dues are $5/month for students and $10/month for working professionals.
Thank you for being a part of The Great Nepali Diaspora community. Stay connected, stay engaged, and let's continue to celebrate our connections together.
Warm Regards,
The Great Nepali Diaspora
