MEET THE TEAM

We are proud to have a passionate and dedicated team committed to empowering and uplifting girls and children in Nepal. Together, we work to create meaningful change for those who need it most.

OUR FOUNDERS

A few words from Karma and Sanam, our inspiring co-founders!

At The Small World, we are fortunate to have a passionate and dedicated team of individuals working together to empower and uplift girls and children in Nepal. Each of us is deeply proud of the positive change we are creating for those in need.
Our success relies on the collaborative spirit within our team as we plan, secure funding, and implement impactful projects and initiatives.

However, our greatest strength lies in the invaluable support we’ve received from the hundreds of volunteers, partners, and donors around the world. Their generous contributions of time, resources, and expertise have been pivotal in helping us further our mission. You are all an integral part of this shared journey!

- Karma & Sanam Sherpa

Meet the Team

  • Karma Sherpa

    CO-FOUNDER & PRESIDENT

  • Sanam Sherpa

    CO-FOUNDER & PROGRAM DIRECTOR

  • Suchitra Lama

    MENTOR

  • Rupa Joshi

    MENTOR

  • Ganga Khaling Rai

    COORDINATOR

    Solukhumbu Girls Higher Education Program

  • Santhi Rai

    NURSE

    Phuleli Community Health Center

  • Kamala Rai

    HEALTH COORDINATOR

    Phuleli Community Health Center

  • Pasang Llamu Sherpa

    COORDINATOR

    Arhaus Children’s Home

  • Chandra Kala Rai

    HOUSE MOTHER

    Arhaus Children’s Home

  • Beni Waiba Tamang

    VIDEOGRAPHER & EDITOR

  • Bina Magar

    COORDINATOR

    Himalayan Hope Home

  • Utra Man Rai

    COORDINATOR

    Solukhumbu District

  • Dalikrishna Paudel

    SOCIAL MOBILIZER

    Seeds of Hope- Agricultural Aid

  • Dawa Sherpa

    VOLUNTEER LOGISTICS COORDINATOR

  • Chhiring Sherpa

    TRIP LEADER

  • Sonam Sherpa

    VOLUNTEER GUIDE

  • Dave Magar

    COMPUTER TEACHER

    Arhaus Children’s Home

Meet Our Ambassadors

  • George Phillips

  • Patrick Moran

    DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY

  • Dr. Ruth Lightfoot-Dunn

GET INVOLVED

Work with us to make a difference

TSW Travel Adventures >

Customized trips for enthusiastic travelers! Combining spectacular views, meaningful cultural exchanges, and physically challenging experiences. 

Volunteer >

Work side by side with other volunteers and locals! Share your skills and knowledge, or just your enthusiasm and dedication to help the Nepali community.

Donate & Fundraise >

Raising money, no matter how small or large, is a splash in the pond that ripples positive energy throughout the communities we serve.