One of our 2022 Small Grants Program recipients, Katsho Eco Camp, is in full swing installing tent facilities at their site. With the support from the Foundation, they have constructed a single unit dining and meeting room, procured twelve camping tents, …
As the first form of institution for children, Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCD) centers need to be tailored to accommodate diverse needs, rather than conforming to outdated, one-size-fits-all practices. This was a key takeaway from the …
Yesterday marked the start of a four-day orientation for facilitators from government and private ECCDs across the nation, led by experts from Perkins International, US. The orientation is focused on Inclusive Early Child Care and Development (ECCD). ECCD …
Food security was a primary issue for Bhutan when the pandemic began. In response to broken supply chains due to border closures, the Bhutan Foundation made a swift pivot toward supporting projects that increase local food production. Last month, our …
A group of five inspiring women in Dewathang, Samdrup Jongkhar, has been leading by example. In 2020, when Bhutan went into lockdown, the Dungkhar Choling Women’s Group responded by supplying over 4,000 kilograms of fruits, vegetables, and cereals to front …
Mustard oil has long been a product with high potential for farmers in Dewathang, a small village in Samdrup Jongkhar. The lack of equipment to produce it locally, however, has required them to travel to India — a burden making production all but …
Aja Ney is one of the most remote villages in Sherimuhung Gewog under Mongar Dzongkhag. Situated at an altitude ranging from 2,400-3,500 meters, the village is located 13 kilometers from Yarab, where the narrow farm road leading in comes to an end, a …
The Bhutan Foundation has received a platinum rating from charity watchdog Candid and a four-star score from Charity Navigator. These hold the highest standards for evaluating non-profit organizations and advise supporters like you so that you know every …
December 30, 2022 A Joint Press Release Ministry of Economic Affairs, Royal Government of Bhutan; Bhutan For Life; Bhutan Foundation; Bhutan Ecological Society; GEF-SGP UNDP. Mongar, December 30, 2022: The first-ever 80 kW Decentralized Distributed …
December 21, 2022 To celebrate the season and show our appreciation for your continued support, we’ve created a special holiday video that we hope you’ll enjoy. We invite you to watch and join us as we celebrate this season of joy and giving!
December 19, 2022 We’re excited to share the recorded sessions from this year’s National Disability Conference, co-organized by Ability Bhutan Society and Perkins! The conference was held from December 2nd–3rd, on the theme Transformative Solutions for …
December 13, 2022 By Namgyel Dema The Crown Prince of Bhutan, His Royal Highness Gyalsey Jigme Namgyel Wangchuck, had his first official royal duty on June 4th of this year when he inaugurated Bhutan’s Super FabLab. The FabLab is a collaborative space in …
December 12, 2022 I. Details: Position: Senior Program Officer Duty Station: Thimphu, Bhutan Probation Period: Three Months Reporting Line: Director Duty Station: Thimphu, Bhutan II. Terms of Reference The Senior Program Officer will work under the …
December 7, 2022 By Kinga Wangdi Bhutan’s commitment to environmental protection makes it one of three carbon-negative countries in the world. This is largely due to its vast, mandatory forest coverage that absorbs more carbon dioxide than the country …
Today, the second day of the National Disability Conference 2022, began with a panel discussion on “Social Protection and Rights of Persons with Disabilities or Children with Disabilities on Social and Economic Inclusion” and a presentation titled “ …
The National Disability Conference kicked off today in Thimphu with exciting sessions covering a wide range of topics. The day began with a panel discussion titled “Building Independence Through Assistive Technology,” during which there was a unanimous …
December 1, 2022 By Kinga Wangdi The Million-Tree Program was launched in Thimphu, Bhutan in April, 2021. The program aims to promote ecological diversity through the restoration of over 3,000 acres of degraded forest and the rehabilitation of 2,000 acres …
November 18, 2022 By Deki Wangmo The Foundation has been supporting the Wangdicholing Hospital through the Bumthang Health Association, a local civil society organization in Bumthang. The aim of this partnership is to carry out a community-based …
November 15, 2022 Six Bhutanese scientists were awarded grants to carry out research in collaboration with US universities on public health, food security, and environmental conservation in Bhutan. This program is managed by the Bhutan Foundation and the …
November 14, 2022 By Sonam Yangden Tobgyel With an aim to enhance the lives of children with disabilities and their loved ones, the Special Education Program (SPED) is one of the Bhutan Foundation’s longest and most successful projects. The program entered …
