November 10, 2022 By Dawa Sherpa When the world was scrambling for vaccines, the Bhutan Foundation played an instrumental role in securing them through Moderna, Inc. Our relationship with the US Department of State allowed us to further strategize with …
November 9, 2022 By Kinga Wangdi Bhutan is an agriculture-based society, with more than half of its population dependent on farming for their livelihood. This sector is increasingly vulnerable to the adverse effects of climate change and other natural …
During the past two weeks, a medical team of ten from the Wangdicholing hospital has conducted an annual nomad health camp in the communities of Khangthang, Tashabji, Tshampa, Tekchen, Lamthrang, and Nyongtong. At these camps, the team provided …
The festive fall season is upon us – colorful Buddhist and Hindu festivals are being celebrated across Bhutan. This also brings us closer to the paddy harvest season, as the monsoon rains recede just before the onset of winter. On my last visit to Bhutan …
A three-day STEM Education Seminar and Training at Paro College of Education (PCE), Royal University of Bhutan, ended on October 15th, 2022. Organized by PCE and supported by the Bhutan Foundation, the seminar aimed to promote STEM education among school …
Leki Wangmo heard of the nomad health camp that opened in her village two years after the onset of the pandemic. She had been experiencing severe back pain which prompted her to visit the camp to be prescribed traditional medicine (sowa rigpa). After …
His Excellency the Agriculture Minister Lyonpo Yeshey Penjor, and a U.S. delegation led by Ms. Patricia Lacina, the Charge de Affairs and Ms. Venna Reddy, the Mission Director of USAID India, graced the closing event of the Economic Support Project (ESF) …
The Ministry of Health received 51,480 doses of adult Pfizer vaccines from the United States of America today. The vaccines were formally handed over by Ms. Patricia Lacina, Charge DÁffaires of the US Embassy in India, to Her Excellency Dasho Dechen Wangmo …
In the presence of Ms. Patricia A. Lacina, Chargé d’Affaires and delegates from the U.S. Embassy New Delhi, dignitaries and representatives from various departments and agencies, a new inventory database system and publication of surveyed heritage sites …
September 9, 2022 The Bhutan Foundation is pleased to announce the shortlisted proposals for our 2022 Small Grants Program. Community-Based Waste Management led by Tendruk Central School in partnership with the community. Development of an Android-Based …
Congratulations to our partner Chuniding Food for launching their new food products! Preserving age-old recipes and adapting to modern lifestyles, Chuniding has now prepared a selection of pre-cooked vacuum-packaged meals. These meals provide a healthy, …
August 20, 2022 With the structural restoration of the historic Wangduechhoeling Palace completed, the Bhutan Foundation, in collaboration with the Department of Culture, is now working on the gallery plans, narratives, and exhibits for a world-class …
August 13, 2022 Position: Senior Program Officer Duty Station: Thimphu, Bhutan Probation Period: Three Months Reporting Line: Director Duty Station: Thimphu, Bhutan Terms of Reference The Senior Program Officer will work under the supervision of the …
August 12, 2022 We are happy to partner with Innovate Bhutan to support entrepreneurship education and skills development for young people to transform their ideas into tangible assets or businesses. Innovate Bhutan (iBhutan) has been established to create …
August 9, 2022 Our heartiest congratulations to Mr. Choki Wangchuk and Mr. Thinlay Jamtsho on receiving the Bruce Bunting Scholarship of 2022! Mr. Choki is from Gelephu in Souther Bhutan and will pursue a Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture. Mr. …
July 29, 2022 New data shows tiger populations are growing in parts of its range—including Bhutan! Sadly, this is not the case in all countries; despite significant investments over the past years. Instead we see that, at the core of the few success …
July 25, 2022 Join Us a for LIVE Online Event Featuring Special Education Leaders in Bhutan! This Friday, July 29th 2022 at 11:30AM (Bhutan), join the Bhutan Foundation as we speak live with local leaders in Special Education about the importance of early …
July 20, 2022 COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER The Bhutan Foundation Communications Officer is responsible to plan, produce, and oversee the execution of marketing and communication strategies including media, promotions, website, and all communication materials. …
July 20, 2022 The Bhutan Foundation would like to congratulate Mr. Thinley Gyeltshen and Mr. Janga Bdr. Gaylal on completing their Bachelor’s degrees in Agriculture and Animal Science respectively from the College of Natural Resources, Royal University of …
July 10, 2022 Press Release from the U.S Embassy, New Delhi, July 10, 2022: Thimphu, Bhutan: As part of President Biden’s commitment to donate COVID-19 vaccine doses to countries around the world, the U.S. government has delivered 33,600 doses of the …
