Through a formal Agreement with the Government of Nepal, INF International provides international technical expertise, advisors, and funding to support community and health work in the West and Mid-West of Nepal. As a member of the INF family of organisations, we help foster partnerships and collaboration within the INF Family and beyond.

Sixteen-year-old Sunita Shahi from Jajarkot lost her father and brother in the devastating November 3rd earthquake. Despite the tragedy and her daily two-hour walk to school, Sunita is determined to honour her father’s wishes by continuing her education. INF Nepal’s swift response brought vital supplies like blankets and mattresses, giving her family warmth and comfort during their recovery. Please read more to learn about her inspiring story of resilience and strength.

INF’s journey in Nepal began with a vision in the 1930s, led by Christians from Nepal and overseas who prayed and prepared for years until Nepal opened its borders in 1952. Crossing the border with their Nepali fellow pioneers, Dr Lily O’Hanlon and Hilda Steele walked into Pokhara and established the first hospital in western Nepal, the “Shining Hospital,” marking the start of a work that would grow significantly over the decades. These early efforts, driven by the faith and service, laid the foundation for INF’s legacy of holistic care and community transformation.

INF’s work has evolved remarkably, expanding from its initial focus on leprosy treatment and rehabilitation to addressing tuberculosis, community health, and more. In 1957, the Green Pastures Hospital was founded as a sanctuary for leprosy patients, providing physical and emotional healing. By the 1980s, INF had launched a robust tuberculosis program, which gained international recognition for its effectiveness. INF’s community health programs took root in remote regions, reaching vulnerable populations with healthcare, support, and education on critical health issues like HIV/AIDS, earning INF accolades from the World Health Organization and the Nepali government.

Today, INF stands as a beacon of healthcare and community development across western Nepal. With a network of hospitals, clinics, and community programs spanning the Gandaki, Lumbini, and Karnali Provinces, INF continues to pioneer new approaches to healthcare and development. From its early work with leprosy patients to current programs in remote districts, INF’s story reflects an unwavering commitment to transforming lives, bringing hope, and making “life in all its fullness” a reality for the people of Nepal.

Through the support of INF’s Wheels for Nepal program, Maya found a renewed sense of hope and freedom. “This wheelchair will allow me to be independent at home,” she shares gratefully, “and the first thing I want to do is prepare a meal for my husband.” With her newfound mobility, Maya has rediscovered purpose and love, embracing life with resilience and gratitude.