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
Smart Cheli began with a simple observation: girls in Nepal are curious, capable, and ready to thrive in STEM, but too often they lack the early exposure, opportunities, and mentorship needed to pursue it. Girls aged 10–18 are especially receptive to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, yet stereotypes and limited role models keep many from ever exploring these fields.
We started Smart Cheli, a female-led nonprofit, to close that gap – through playful, hands-on learning and mentorship that builds critical thinking, creativity, and confidence from an early age. Through interactive workshops, we foster innovation, collaboration, and problem-solving, inspiring girls to pursue STEM careers while making learning engaging and fun.
As technology continues to shape the future of work, empowering girls with STEM skills today means preparing them to create, lead, and thrive in the opportunities of tomorrow.
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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."
