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NSA Board 2026–2028

NSA Board 2026–2028

We are pleased to announce the newly appointed office bearers and board members for the 2026–2028 term.

Office Bearers

Core Committee

President

Kamala Shrestha
Lead

Treasurer

Moti Kharel
Finance

Vice President

Sharmili Lama
Support

Secretary

Rita Gautam
Governance

Board Members

2026–2028
Tikaram Kharal
Surendra Bam
Ratna KC
Shashi Karki
Manish Khatri
Bijay Dangol
Bhupal Karki
Established in Scotland · Since 2004

Bringing people, culture and community together.

Nepal Scotland Association is a community organisation supporting the Nepali community in Scotland while building stronger links with the wider community. Since 2004, we have delivered cultural events, community projects, relief work and partnership activities across Edinburgh and Leith.

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Nepal Scotland Association

Promoting culture, identity, inclusion and community participation across Scotland.

Culture Inclusion Community Partnership
What we do

Community action rooted in culture and inclusion

Our work ranges from cultural programmes and community engagement to wider social and environmental projects.

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Cultural programmes

We organise annual Nepali cultural celebrations and activities that bring together families, local communities and people from different backgrounds.

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Community support

We take part in charitable and relief initiatives, including community-led fundraising and support following major events such as the Nepal earthquake.

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Local projects

We have contributed to projects in Edinburgh and Leith, including work linked to climate awareness and wider community participation.

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Partnership & inclusion

We work with other organisations and communities to promote cultural identity, mutual understanding and inclusion.

Get involved

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Support our community centre

Help us sustain accessible community spaces, cultural activity and local programmes.

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Volunteering programme

Share your time, skills and experience by supporting events, learning activities and community projects.

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Become an active member

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Our official partner

Himalayan Centre for Arts and Culture

A welcoming community venue created to support cultural activity, creativity, participation and connection in Edinburgh.

Himalayan Centre for Arts and Culture has grown out of the Nepalese community in Scotland. Nepal Scotland Association organises cultural events that bring people together in Edinburgh and across Scotland, helping promote understanding and community participation.

The Himalayan Centre provides an affordable and culturally welcoming venue with multi-purpose spaces that can be used by people from all backgrounds. It offers a warm, accessible and flexible setting for community, cultural and professional activity.

✓ Festivals, cultural events and arts exhibitions
✓ Music, theatre and dance workshops and performances
✓ Business meetings and conferences
✓ Training sessions, workshops and community learning
Nepal Scotland Association

TEEJ 2026

Candlelight Vigil & Community Solidarity

Due to the devastating floods in Nepal and the loss of many lives, we are coming together in a more meaningful way this year. Let us light a candle, remember those we have lost, and stand with the families and communities affected.

📅 Date Monday, 31 August 2026
🕯️ Time 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Venue Himalayan Centre
Great Junction Street
Edinburgh EH6 5JB

Teej is not only a time for celebration. It is also a time to share our happiness and sorrow, support one another, and stand together as a community.

This year we invite everyone to join us in remembering those who have lost their lives and showing compassion and solidarity with those affected by the floods in Nepal.

🕯️ Light a Candle In memory of those we have lost.
❤️ Share Compassion Express condolences and prayers.
🤝 Support the Affected Help flood-affected families in Nepal.
👥 Stand Together Unity, empathy and community support.
FREE ENTRY FOR EVERYONE

Ladies, gents, children and the entire community are welcome.

Free refreshments including tea, sel roti, achar and simple Nepali food and snacks will be provided by our volunteers.
Together, let us share the true spirit of Teej.
In happiness and in sorrow, we stand together.

Worried or Need Support?

If you are particularly worried about family or friends in Nepal, need information or community support, have an enquiry, or simply want someone from Nepal Scotland Association to contact you, please send us a message below.

Please note: this is a community support and enquiry service, not an emergency service. Nepal Scotland Association will do its best to respond, provide information or direct you towards appropriate support where possible.
Alternatively, email Nepal Scotland Association directly: tonsacontact@gmail.com
Urgent Emergency Appeal

Nepal Flood Emergency Appeal

Together for Nepal

Nepal is facing one of its most devastating disasters in recent years.

At least 359 people have lost their lives. Hundreds remain unaccounted for. Thousands of people have been affected. Homes, roads, bridges and livelihoods have been swept away, leaving families desperately needing food, clean water, shelter, medicines and basic essentials.

Behind every number is a mother, father, child, friend or family waiting for news.

Nepal Flood Emergency Appeal - Nepal Scotland Association and Himalayan Centre
359+ Lives Lost
Hundreds Unaccounted For
Thousands People Affected

Who We Are

This appeal is organised by Nepal Scotland Association, a Scotland-based community organisation serving the Nepalese community since 2004, in association with the Himalayan Centre for Arts & Culture, Edinburgh.

We are part of the Nepalese community in Scotland. Nepal is our home, our heritage and where many of our families and friends live.

When Nepal is hurting, we cannot simply watch from thousands of miles away.

Where Will Your Money Go?

Our aim is simple: get help to the people who need it most.

Money raised will support verified flood-affected families and communities with:

  • Food and clean drinking water
  • Emergency shelter and blankets
  • Medicines and hygiene essentials
  • Support for families who have lost their homes and livelihoods
  • Recovery and rebuilding where urgently required

Funds will be distributed through verified and trusted organisations or partners working with affected communities in Nepal, based on the needs identified on the ground.

Every Penny Accounted For

We know that when you donate, you are placing your trust in us.

We take that responsibility seriously.

We will provide updates showing how much has been raised, where the funds have been sent and how the money has been used.

Our commitment is to ensure the money raised through this appeal is dedicated to helping those affected by this disaster and that our community can see the difference its generosity has made.

Let Us Join Hands ❤️

This is bigger than any one organisation.

This is about Nepal. This is about humanity. This is about standing together.

Whether it is £5, £10, £50, £100 or simply sharing this appeal — every action matters.

From Scotland to Nepal, let us join hands and show those who have lost so much that they are not alone.

Together for Nepal. Together we can make a difference.

Donate Now

Every contribution, large or small, can help provide urgent relief and support to flood-affected families and communities in Nepal.

Donate by Bank Transfer

Account Name: Nepal Scotland Association

Bank: HSBC UK

Sort Code: 40-20-44

Account Number: 31479393

IBAN: GB65HBUK40204431479393

BIC / SWIFT: HBUKGB4111M

Payment Reference: NEPALFLOOD

Please use the reference above so that your donation can be allocated correctly.