About CFFN and about Nepal

About CFFN

Canada Forum for Nepal (CFFN) is a registered not–for–profit organization aspiring to see a peaceful, democratic, just, and prosperous Nepal. The establishment of CFFN in 2006 by the Nepalese Diaspora and Friends of Nepal in Ottawa, Canada, was a culmination of efforts by those individuals who were weighing on various alternatives to help the people of Nepal.

The CFFN channels its endeavors towards meeting three objectives: raising awareness about Nepal in Canada; incubating research in Canada on solutions to Nepal’s economic, social, and political issues; promoting cooperation between the grassroots people of Canada and Nepal in learning and development.

You would come to realize that CFFN has made significant amount of contribution towards its objectives in a short span of time. And, instead of overwhelming you with a list of its accomplishments here, we encourage you to explore our website at your own leisure and comprehend the quality, volume, and scope of its work.

The CFFN promotes critical thinking and scholarly exchanges between Canada and Nepal. In particular, the organization likes to position itself as a bridge between the Canadian public who are concerned about global issues and the most disadvantaged children, women and men of Nepal who are deprived of basic education, knowledge, and capacity required for overcoming poverty and for inculcating innovation and progress. This stance comes from a conviction that knowledge and education is the most profound requirement for building a just and prosperous Nepal and peaceful world.

We strive to provide individuals of all ages, talents and abilities the opportunities to contribute in worthy endeavors that benefit both Nepal and Canada. Our programs stem from an awareness towards the needs of individuals, families, nations, and the world as a whole. We invite you to be part of the Forum and get involved in its activities.

The People

Behind the success of every organization there would be tireless efforts of its people. And, friends often ask, "Who are those people that propel CFFN to become a successful organization?" When you start digging behind there would be contribution of so many people it is difficult to to do justice to all those who contribute. With due respect to all the contributors, we introduce some key people that have made significant contribution to CFFN.

1. Executive Board 2009-2011

   Director: Dr Pramod Dhakal Deputy Director: Dr Govinda Dahal Treasurer: Mr Pradeep Raj Sharma Secretary: Benjamin Wood Members: Geeta Thapa, Mr Michael Casey, Dr Nirmala Sharma. To learn more about the executive board, click here.

   Advisors:
   Hon. David Kilgour, Former Minister and Parliamentary Secretary of Government of Canada
   Prof. Pierre Beaudet, Head of the Department of International Studies and Globalization, University of Ottawa, and Former President of Alternatives
   Mr. Terry Curtis, Vice President of EION Inc, Former Vice President of Nortel Networks

2. Conference Co-Chairs Unfolding Futures

   Unfolding Futures, CFFN’s annual conference on Nepal, will be held in July 10-12, 2008 in Ottawa Canada. Conference Co-chairs invite you to send your abstract by April 30, 2008.

3. Research Chairs

   CFFN’s Research Chairs are lead researchers dedicated to advancing core research beneficial to Nepalese economy and society. If your mind is set on research please contact these lead researchers in the particular area of your interest. Those of you with ideas and passion are welcome to develop a new area of research and lead them ahead.

4. Project: Rural Nepal

   CFFN’s Project: Rural Nepal team is composed of a strong team of individuals committed to make a difference in the lives of the people of rural Nepal. We especially focus on bringing improvements in communication, awareness, and education by mobilizing grassroots people of Canada and that of Nepal.

5. Communication, Marketing, and Finance

   CFFN’s Communication and Marketing team writes articles, writes web-content, maintains website, designs and develops marketing and promotional materials and much more. The website you are surfing at the moment is largely the product of the work of this group.

6. Culture, Outreach, and Extension

   CFFN’s Culture, Outreach, and Expansion team takes CFFN programs into the communities and develops community relations. This team also makes strong contribution in building sister school program between Canada and Nepal.

7. Events and Planning

   CFFN’s Events and Planning team organized CFFN events, which get organized at a frequent pace. The good quality of work found in CFFN events is the product of the work of this group.

8. Contributors of Unfolding Futures 2007

   Contributions from many researchers and individuals brought this conference on contemporary issues of Nepal. Click here to learn more about these individuals.

9. Contributors of Himalayan Heartbeat 2007

   Organizing this Nepal Cultural Evening requires contributions from a large number of people. Click here to learn more about these individuals.

10. Executive Board 2007-2009

    This was the executive board elected by 2007 AGM. Click here to get introduction of the board members.

11. Executive Board 2006-2007

    This ad-hoc executive board laid the foundation upon which CFFN is building today. Click here to get introduction of the board members.

12. The Rest

    Generous number of quality programs brought to you since January 2006 are the product of collaborative work of many people. These contribution has yet to be listed in this website. We hope to go back in time to bring the introduction of those individuals to you so you could know who these good people are. Please visit this page time and again for the updates.

Our Governance

By-laws of Canada Forum for Nepal

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About Nepal

Context at Present

Context - January-April 2006

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