One intervention can change a child’s life and they, in turn, can change the world.

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See how HRDC changed the life of Laxmi, who had a traumatic injury.

“It’s easy to fix a child’s bone. What’s most important is to mend a child’s heart and mind.” - Prakash Yadav

When Alisha first arrived her biggest wish in life was to be able to look people in the eye. As she started to walk upright, her goals soared and future possibilities materialized.

“When you think of a family who has a disabled child but does not have enough to eat, the child’s disability rarely makes it to the priority list, and we are very aware of that. When COVID hit, we decided not to close the hospital for even one day.” —Dr. Bibek Banskota, HRDC Executive Director

HRDC is no stranger to challenges. Through political unrest, a ten-year civil war, devastating earthquakes, and now the pandemic, HRDC’s commitment to transforming the lives of the poorest disabled children in Nepal is unwavering. Read our Impact Report and meet six-year-old Bhagwati Shahi who will soon be able to walk and play again.

HRDC is built on a foundation of compassion, with grit and determination to help the most vulnerable. With a vaccination rate of less than 3% in Nepal, the pandemic is far from over, and the teams on the ground are busier than ever.

The COVID-19 wave battering India has swept across the border into Nepal, plunging the country into a new emergency. During times of crisis, HRDC always responds to help those who are most vulnerable. Partnering with B&B Hospital, the heroic teams are caring for children in HRDC hospital and people in the new 50 bed COVID ICU at B&B.

As the COVID-19 pandemic reached Nepal, our team worked tirelessly, innovating on a daily basis, to ensure the safety of patients, staff, families, and communities. What has transpired is a manifestation of the compassion HRDC is built on. Read about our response, the crushing stigma of disability in Nepal, and the inspiring story of Dukhi and Lalita.

COVID-19 pandemic is dramatically altering how people live life across the globe. Using full PPE equipment, our dedicated staff have kept the hospital and four satellite centers open and operating. Read how HRDC rose to meet this moment, our model of care, and how we’re driving innovation in the Global South.