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NWGN-CA

Nepalese Women Global Network · California

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Est. 2012 · San Francisco Bay Area

Empowering Nepalese Women

Since 2012, NWGN California has been a home for Nepalese women across the Bay Area: a women-led non-profit where no one has to navigate a new country, a hard season or a big dream alone.

NWGN-CA members gathered at the 2023 chapter handover

We offer financial help, emotional support and practical resources, and we celebrate our culture together. Alongside partners at home and around the world, we speak up for the rights of Nepali women everywhere.

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We believe the dreams and goals of Nepali women are worth pursuing, and we exist to make sure nothing stands in the way. NWGN California Chapter

Our Mission Pillars

Global Sisterhood

Foster a supportive global network of friendship and understanding between Nepali women near and far.

Collaboration

Partner with national and international organizations that share our vision for women's empowerment.

Advocacy

Represent and advocate for the rights and interests of Nepali women and women in general.

Leadership

Provide leadership training and opportunities, growing the next generation of Nepali women leaders.

Civic Engagement

Promote citizenship and active civic involvement within the Nepalese-American community.

Crisis Support

Support women in crisis through peer support, counseling referrals, and community resource pooling.

Our community in numbers

Rooted in the Bay Area, growing since 2012

Events & Initiatives

2027Leadership Handover
2027 · Bay Area

Handover to New Team 2027

A milestone celebration marking the official handover of leadership to the incoming NWGN-CA board team for 2027. Join us to honor outgoing leaders and welcome the new chapter.

Upcoming

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2026 Teej Special
2026 · Bay Area

2026 Teej Special: Thrive, Connect & Dance

A vibrant celebration of Teej bringing together Nepalese women to honor tradition, build connections, and dance in community spirit.

Past Event
IWD 2026 Walk-a-Thon
2026 · Bay Area

International Women's Day 2026: Walk-a-Thon

IWD 2026 celebrated with a community Walk-a-Thon, bringing together Nepalese women in a celebration of solidarity, health, and empowerment.

Past Event
CPR Training
December 2025 · Bay Area

CPR Training

Life-saving CPR training session empowering NWGN-CA members with essential emergency response skills.

Past Event
IWD 2025
March 2025 · Bay Area

International Women's Day 2025

Celebrated International Women's Day 2025, honoring the strength, resilience, and achievements of Nepalese women across California.

Past Event
NWGN-CA board on stage at International Women's Day 2024
March 9, 2024 · San Francisco, CA

International Women's Day 2024

Celebrated IWD 2024 under the UN theme “Inspire Inclusion” with influential speakers and vibrant cultural performances by Nepali artists.

Past Event
2023International Women’s Day
March 12, 2023 · Berkeley, CA

International Women's Day 2023

Celebrated at the Berkeley Adult School under the theme “DigitALL: Innovation and Technology for Gender Equality” (#EmbraceEquity), with guest speakers and a cultural program by Bay Area artists.

Past Event
NWGN-CA members and guests at the 2023 chapter handover
January 2023 · Bay Area

Chapter Handover 2023

Members, past leaders and friends gathered to hand leadership of the California Chapter to its incoming board.

Past Event
NWGN-CA members speaking at the 2022 Walk-A-Thon (photo: Arjun KC Photography)
September 10, 2022 · Bay Area

Walk-A-Thon: Empower Women's Health

Our first-ever Walk-A-Thon, themed “To Empower Women’s Health and Well-Being,” with special guest Shailee Basnet of the Seven Summits Women Team, the first all-women team to climb the highest peak on every continent.

Past Event
NWGN CA Chapter International Women's Day 2022 flyer
March 5, 2022 · Virtual (Zoom)

International Women's Day 2022

Theme: “Gender equality today for a sustainable tomorrow.” Speakers included Dr. Samikshya Koirala, Dr. Chori Laxmi Maharjan, and Aarti Chataut.

Past Event
Virtual Women in Leadership training, December 2021
December 11, 2021 · Virtual

Women In Leadership Training

The NWGN Global Team led a virtual session on women in leadership, roles and responsibilities, and effective communication, with Dr. Bidhya Ranjit Manandhar, Rukmini Karki and Global President Avima Upreti.

Past Event
2021International Women’s Day
March 6, 2021 · Virtual (Zoom)

International Women's Day 2021

Our 111th International Women’s Day, held fully online, on “Women in leadership: Achieving an equal future in a COVID-19 world,” with Dr. Sanju Adhikari, Attorney Sadhana Ghimire Bhetuwal and Attorney Rabina Shrestha.

Past Event

Current Board Members

Our dedicated board members guide NWGN-CA's programs, events, and mission. We welcome volunteers and new members to join our growing community.

Sheela Thapa

Sheela Thapa

President
Tara Poudel Chalise

Tara Poudel Chalise

Vice President
Sobe Dhital

Sobe Dhital

General Secretary
Anuradha Aryal

Anuradha Aryal

Secretary
Rishta Karki

Rishta Karki

Treasurer
Soakshya GC

Soakshya GC

Executive Member
Ashmita Sapkota

Ashmita Sapkota

Executive Member
Bandana Parajuli

Bandana Parajuli

Executive Member
Ira Joshi

Ira Joshi

Executive Member
Ram Devi Palikhe Shrestha

Ram Devi Palikhe Shrestha

Executive Member
Rita Raut

Rita Raut

Executive Member
Bindu Sapkota

Bindu Sapkota

Executive Member
Sapana Sharma

Sapana Sharma

Executive Member
Preeti Karki

Preeti Karki

Secretary
Kranti Aryal Bhandari

Kranti Aryal Bhandari

Executive Member

Past Presidents

We honor the dedicated women who have led the NWGN California Chapter since its founding in 2012.

LK

Laxmi Kharel

Past President
BS

Bishnu Subedi

Past President
GD

Geeta Dongol

Past President
GS

Geeta Shrestha

Past President
BG

Bishnu Gurung “Ekata”

Founder President

Become a Member

Becoming a member of NWGN-CA connects you with a supportive community of Nepalese women across California and directly funds our programs — financial assistance, counseling, scholarships, leadership training, and community events. Choose the membership that's right for you below.

General Membership

$25/year
Renewed annually
  • Full membership & community access
  • Invitations to all NWGN-CA events and gatherings
  • Vote and participate in the organization's affairs
  • Access to resources, networking, and member support

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