Our Value
Empowering and guiding the local leadership and communities to build the foundation for sustainable rural development rooted in Nepal's ethos.
Mission
Develop IRD as an open and collaborative platform for all individuals/groups who believe in the positive transformation of Nepal at its fundamental level.
Events
Discover upcoming events by IRD promoting rural development in Nepal through community engagement, collaboration, and impactful local initiatives.
Showcase Nepal’s progress through the creative power of artificial intelligence. This competition invites you to highlight positive change and counter negative perceptions, focusing on hope and the achievements of Nepal’s youth across any field—science, education, health, agriculture, transportation, tourism, technology, or other impactful areas within the country—and win prizes from the prize pool of NPR 1,00,000.
Join Us
Be part of something bigger. Be part of the change. Join us in making a lasting impact.
Volunteer
Volunteering with IRD is a chance to contribute, learn, and grow while working alongside inspiring individuals dedicated to…
Fellowship
Fellowship is an opportunity for passionate individuals to engage in transformative projects that drive sustainable development in Nepal.…
Internships
The IRD Internship offers students and young professionals the opportunity to immerse themselves in impactful projects in Nepal.…
Be an ambassador
Join IRD as an ambassador and be the voice of change in your community! As an ambassador, you…
Village Representative
As an IRD Village Representative, you act as a liaison between IRD and the local population, you will…
Our Partners
At the Institute for Rural Development (IRD), we believe that sustainable progress is only possible through meaningful collaboration. Our partners share our vision for equity, access, and opportunity—and together, we are building bridges between dreams and reality in rural Nepal.
