The Story of
Maiti Nepal
Fighting human trafficking and empowering women and children since 1993.
Anuradha Koirala
Maiti Nepal was founded in 1993 by Anuradha Koirala, a former teacher who dedicated her life to ending human trafficking and sexual exploitation of Nepalese women and children.
Over three decades, Maiti Nepal has grown to operate three prevention homes, eleven transit homes, two hospices, and a formal school. More than 1,000 children receive direct services every day, and over 36,000 women and children have been rescued.
"We dream of a society where no woman or child is sold, no one is exploited, and everyone lives with dignity."
— Anuradha Koirala, Founder
Awards & Recognition
CNN Hero of the Year · Padma Shri Award · Ramon Magsaysay Award
Milestones of Impact
Foundation
Maiti Nepal founded by Anuradha Koirala to fight human trafficking.
Foundation
Maiti Nepal founded by Anuradha Koirala to fight human trafficking.
CNN Hero of the Year
Anuradha Koirala recognized as CNN Hero for her lifelong work.
CNN Hero of the Year
Anuradha Koirala recognized as CNN Hero for her lifelong work.
Global Growth
Expanded rescue and rehabilitation programs across Nepal.
Global Growth
Expanded rescue and rehabilitation programs across Nepal.
Global Impact
Supporting children and women every day, with chapters around the world.
Global Impact
Supporting children and women every day, with chapters around the world.
How We Make a Difference
Education
Teresa Academy provides education from preschool through 10th grade.
Prevention
Awareness campaigns in remote areas to stop trafficking before it starts.
Rescue
Border monitoring and rescue operations to intercept trafficking victims.
Rehabilitation
Safe homes, counseling, and medical care for rescued women and children.
Women's Empowerment
Vocational training and skill development for independent livelihoods.
Our Mission
To protect and empower vulnerable women and children in Nepal through rescue, rehabilitation, education and community awareness.
Our Vision
A world where no woman or child is trafficked, exploited, or denied the opportunity to live with dignity and hope.
Our Values
Compassion, Transparency, Dignity, Empowerment, and Community. Every action we take is guided by these principles.
Moments of Hope
Glimpses of life, learning and love at Maiti Nepal.
