Chandra’s home in Sindhupalchowk was among those damaged in the 2015 earthquake. She grew up watching her community rebuild.
She now studies social work with a focus on child welfare.
Chandra Magar
A social-work student focused on child education and safeguarding in earthquake-affected communities.
- Institution
- Kathmandu University
- Field of study
- Bachelor of Social Work
- Expected graduation
- 2028
- Current role
- Fellow
- Home district
- Sindhupalchowk
Rebuilding a school is easy. Rebuilding a child's confidence takes years.
Chandra Magar
Fellowship journey
Chandra joined the fourteenth cohort and has completed field placements with two community organisations.
Achievements
Recognised for her fieldwork report on rural school attendance.
Community contribution
Mentors a group of adolescent girls in her home village.
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