We Are Smart Cheli
A female-led social enterprise on a mission to close the gender gap in STEAM across Nepal.
How It All Started
Across Nepal, women remain significantly underrepresented in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). While this gap is often addressed at the university or workplace level, we believe its roots lie much earlier. During childhood, girls are naturally curious, creative, and eager to explore, yet many gradually lose confidence in STEM because of limited exposure, gender stereotypes, and a lack of opportunities to learn through engaging, hands-on experiences.
Recognizing that the greatest opportunity for change lies in these early years, Smart Cheli was established to inspire and empower girls through playful, experiential STEM education. We believe children learn best by exploring, building, experimenting, and asking questions. By combining playful learning with hands-on STEM activities, coding, electronics, and mentorship from female role models, we help girls develop curiosity, creativity, critical thinking, and the confidence to see themselves as future innovators and problem-solvers.
Our mission is not simply to increase the number of women in STEM, but to ensure that every girl has the opportunity to discover her potential before stereotypes limit her aspirations. By nurturing curiosity and confidence during childhood, we aim to create a future where more girls choose STEM because they believe they belong there.
Women Engineering Grads
In STEM Workforce
Our Mission & Values
Mission
"To balance the gender gap in the STEM field through STEAM-based workshops and a mentorship program."
Vision
"To create equal opportunities and an empowering environment for girls to pursue STEM careers through skill-based workshops and mentorship programs."
Goal
"Aware Nepali young girls about STEM education and create interest in this field. Provide a skill-based education to the girls from an early age."
