Nepal Public Health Foundation

05/02/2026

FHEN Video Contest!!!

Theme: “Safe Consumption Awareness Related to Pesticides”

Are you passionate about promoting safe food and healthy consumption practices? This is your chance to raise awareness on pesticide residues in food and encourage safer consumption behaviors through your creativity!

Contest Rules:
• Submit original video content only (photos, poems, or copied content are not allowed).
• Video duration: Minimum 1 minute.
• The video should focus on safe consumption practices related to pesticides, such as washing, handling, choosing safe food, understanding labels, and consumer awareness.
• Winners will be judged based on content quality and reach.

Evaluation Criteria (50% internal):
• Awareness: How effectively the video educates consumers about safe consumption.
• Original Idea: A unique and fresh approach to the topic.
• Creativity: Engaging visuals, storytelling, and overall impact.
• Correct Information: Accuracy of information related to pesticide residues and safe consumption practices.

Fairness & Transparency:
• All videos will be judged fairly based on creativity, originality, awareness, and accuracy.
• Reach will be considered, but content quality will remain the primary criterion for selecting winners.
• Winners will be announced publicly on 15th February,2026

Duration:
📅 5th February to 15th February 2026

🏆 Exciting Prizes:
🥇 1st Prize: Rs. 15,000/-
🥈 2nd Prize: Rs. 10,000/-
🥉 3rd Prize: Rs. 8,000/-

Don’t miss this opportunity to spread awareness on safe consumption and protect public health while winning exciting prizes!

📌 How to Submit:
• Tag FHEN page and Nepal Public Health Foundation page while posting your video.
• Email your video to fhen.nphfoundation@gmail.com.

⚠️ Please strictly follow the contest rules for fair evaluation. Entries not meeting the criteria will be disqualified.

30/01/2026

An article titled “Universal Health Coverage: The Decisive Election Agenda,” published in today's The Himalayan Times, jointly authored by our Founding Chair and Executive Chief Dr. Mahesh Kumar Maskey and Mr. Robert Yates, Visiting Professor in Practice, The London School of Economics.

Read the full article here: https://thehimalayantimes.com/opinion/universal-health-coverage-the-decisive-election-agenda

Ensuring Universal Health Coverage (UHC) is one of the defining policy challenges of the 21st century. In election periods, few issues resonate more powerfully with voters.

19/01/2026

On the occasion of Sonam Lhosar, Nepal Public Health Foundation wishes everyone a year filled with health, hope, and well-being.
HAPPY SONAM LOSHAR !

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15/01/2026

On the auspicious occasion of Maghe Sankranti, Nepal Public Health Foundation extends warm wishes to everyone. This day reminds us of seasonal transition, traditional foods, and the importance of balanced nutrition and healthy living. May this Maghe Sankranti bring good health, warmth, and well-being to all.

13/01/2026

Greetings FamilIAAS!!

We, IAAS Nepal LC HICAST and Nepal Public Health Foundation, came together to conduct a youth awareness program under FHEN (Farming Health and Environment Nepal) where the participating students were taught about the classification and harmful effects of pesticides.

Our students at HICAST were thrilled to participate in this project. The session provided valuable insights into the classification of pesticides and their harmful effects on health and the environment.

We would like to thank HICAST for letting us conduct this program.
Special thanks to Rojan Karkee sir, Ms. Dikshya Kafle, Ms. Rijana Maharjan for providing his insights and knowledge on the pesticide situation in Nepal.

13/01/2026

“Nepal Public Health Foundation under the Farming Health and Environment Nepal (FHEN) project conducted the Youth Ambassador Program at HICAST College, strengthening youth engagement in public health and community action.”

31/12/2025

Welcoming this New Year with renewed commitment to advancing public health, research, and equity for all.
Happy New Year from Nepal Public Health Foundation.

25/12/2025

Warm wishes of Merry Christmas from Nepal Public Health Foundation.
May this season of hope, compassion, and togetherness inspire good health, peace, and well-being for all. 🎄✨

21/12/2025

"World Meditation Day reminds us that mental well-being is a vital part of public health."
Meditation is a simple yet powerful practice that supports stress regulation, emotional balance, and mental resilience. Even a few moments of stillness can contribute to healthier minds, healthier lives, and a healthier society.🧘

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14/12/2025

The Founding and Executive Chief of Nepal Public Health Foundation, along with Board Member Dr. Ramesh Kant Adhikari and Founding General Secretary Dr. Sharad Raj Onta, paid a courtesy visit to Dr. Sudha Sharma, Honorable Minister of Health. The meeting included a meaningful discussion on key issues related to health policy and research.

10/12/2025

Today, the NPHF Executive Director Dr. Mahesh Kumar Maskey and Founding General Secretary Dr. Sharad Raj Onta, along with Project Coordinators Ms. Dikshya Kafle and Ms. Rijana Maharjan, held a meeting with the WHO SEARO team.

Representing WHO were Dr. Manoj Jhalani, Director of the Department of Health System Development, Regional Office; Dr. Binod Prasad Gupta, Program Manager/Officer, WHO Nepal; and Dr. Ibadat Dhillon, Technical Officer for Health Workforce, WHO Nepal.

The meeting included a productive discussion on the upcoming international conference that NPHF is planning to organize.

It was a positive and insightful exchange, with a shared understanding of the importance of strengthening public health efforts moving forward.

08/12/2025

Advancing public health is a shared responsibility. Together, we strive to ensure accessible, equitable, and sustainable health services for every Nepali.

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