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Kathmandu / Clean Up Nepal, a non-profit organization active in environmental protection and sustainable waste management, successfully held its 12th Annual General Meeting and Social Audit Program in Kathmandu today.
Established on May 22, 2014 (Jestha 8, 2071 B.S.), the organization has been working to promote clean environments, clean air, clean water and responsible lifestyles.
According to the annual report presented at the meeting, during the fiscal year 2081/82:
More than 3,600 volunteers participated in various campaigns,
150 tons of waste were collected,
500 individuals received plastic waste management training,
530 people were provided with personal protective equipment,
468 individuals were enrolled in social security schemes,
Over 2,200 trees were planted,
265 people were trained on climate justice and governance,
45 women sanitation workers received health services, and
More than 4,000 students and over 100 teachers from 57 schools benefited from training under the Zero Waste School Program.
Treasurer Navaraj Poudel presented the financial report, stating that the organization recorded an annual income of NPR 48,052,727 and an expenditure of NPR 39,638,955. Auditor Sujan Subedi highlighted that the accounting system was excellent, technology-driven, and fully transparent.
Executive Director Rabindra Lamichhane shared that the organization had made significant contributions in river clean-ups, safeguarding the occupational rights of informal waste workers, promoting entrepreneurship, and advancing climate justice.
Stakeholders at the meeting praised Clean Up Nepal’s work, noting that it has helped strengthen public trust in non-governmental organizations. They also advised the organization to focus on diversifying funding sources and developing long-term strategies.
The event saw participation from representatives of Lalitpur Metropolitan City, Kathmandu Metropolitan City, the Social Welfare Council, various partner organizations, the private sector, journalists, and other stakeholders.
