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Workshop on “Mind-Brain Health & Policy Pathways for Nepal”

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We were honored to host the workshop “Mind-Brain Health & Policy Pathways for Nepal,” chaired by Dr. Hema Kumari Pradhan, Senior Consultant in Obstetrics & Gynecology at Kathmandu Model Hospital, and Dr. Hemav Rajbhandari, Neurosurgeon at Kathmandu Model Hospital and Treasurer of the Nepal Epilepsy Association.

The workshop featured insightful presentations by Ms. Anna Minarik, Programme Manager at the Centre for Global Epilepsy, and Ms. Deepesha Silpakar, Project Coordinator at the Nepal Public Health Foundation. They presented the Theory of Change for integrating maternal health and epilepsy, highlighting the importance of addressing the needs of women with epilepsy across the continuum of maternal healthcare.

With a particular focus on embedding epilepsy and maternal health within national policies and health systems, the workshop brought together government representatives, policymakers, clinicians, researchers, public health professionals, civil society organizations, and development partners. The event provided a valuable platform for fostering dialogue, strengthening partnerships, and collaboratively identifying practical pathways to translate evidence into policy and practice, advancing equitable and integrated mind-brain health in Nepal.

Registration is now open for the upcoming NPHRTC training programme, enhance your public health research skills with expert-led learning.

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Take the next step in advancing your public health research skills with the Nepal Public Health Research and Training Centre (NPHRTC).

Join our upcoming training program designed to strengthen your knowledge and practical skills through expert-led sessions and hands-on learning. Whether you are a student, researcher, academic, or public health professional, this course offers an excellent opportunity to enhance your research capacity and contribute to evidence-informed public health practice.

📅 Limited seats available!
📝 Register now by scanning the QR code or using the registration link provided in the flyer.

We look forward to welcoming you to this enriching learning experience.

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NPHF extends its heartfelt congratulations to Prof. Dr. Jitendra Pariyar, Board Member of the Foundation, on his appointment as the Executive Director of Civil Service Hospital

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Nepal Public Health Foundation extends its heartfelt congratulations to Prof. Dr. Jitendra Pariyar, Board Member of the Nepal Public Health Foundation, on his appointment as the Executive Director of Civil Service Hospital.

This well-deserved appointment reflects your distinguished leadership, unwavering dedication, and longstanding contributions to Nepal’s health sector. We are confident that your vision, integrity, and commitment to excellence will further strengthen the institution and contribute significantly to advancing healthcare services in Nepal.

We wish you every success in this prestigious role and hope your tenure is marked by meaningful achievements, impactful leadership, and continued service to the nation.

Congratulations and best wishes for a successful and fulfilling tenure ahead!

Congratulations to our Project Coordinator, Ms. Deepesha Silpakar on Her Graduation

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Nepal Public Health Foundation extends its warmest congratulations to our Project Coordinator Ms. Deepesha Silpakar on the successful completion of her Masters in Public Health (MPH) from Kathmandu University.

Achieving an MPH requires immense dedication, rigorous research and a deep commitment to the betterment of community health. Deepesha’s academic success reflects her passion for the public health sector and her drive to make a positive impact.

We are extremely proud of her accomplishment and wish her the very best in her future endeavors. We are confident that her knowledge and skills will comtribute significantly to the field of public health in Nepal and beyond.

Launching of Mind Brain Health & Policy Pathways For Nepal

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A significant milestone for mind-brain health in Nepal!

On 12 June 2026, the Nepal Public Health Foundation (NPHF), in partnership with the Centre for Global Epilepsy at the University of Oxford, launched the Centre for Global Mind-Brain Health, Nepal—a long-term collaborative platform dedicated to advancing research, policy, capacity strengthening, and multisectoral action for neurological conditions, mental health conditions, and related comorbidities.

The inauguration was chaired by Dr. Shrikrishna Giri, Acting Chair of NPHF, with Hon’ble Dr. Suresh Chandra Chalise, Advisor to the Rt. Hon’ble President of Nepal, serving as Chief Guest. The event featured a keynote address by Prof. Arjune Sen, Professor of Global Epilepsy at the University of Oxford and Founding Director of the Centre for Global Epilepsy, while welcome remarks were delivered by Dr. Mahesh Kumar Maskey, Founding Chair and Executive Chief of NPHF.

Distinguished guest speakers included Prof. Jane Hirst (Imperial College London and University of Oxford), Prof. Manjari Tripathi (AIIMS, New Delhi), Prof. Pushpa Prasad Sharma (KIST Medical College), Dr. Basant Pant (Annapurna Neurological Institute & Allied Sciences and Nepal Epilepsy Society), and Dr. Hiroshi Azuma (WHO Nepal).

The event was further honored by the presence of Dr. Anuj Bhattachan, Acting Director General of the Department of Health Services, and Dr. Bikash Devkota, Secretary of the Ministry of Health and Food Safety, as Guests of Honor.

The programme concluded with a vote of thanks by Dr. Dipendra Raman Singh, Former Additional Secretary of the Ministry of Health and Population and Former Director General of the Department of Health Services.

Together, the Centre for Global Mind-Brain Health, Nepal marks an important step toward building a stronger, more coordinated, and sustainable response to mind-brain health challenges in Nepal.

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Dr. Gehanath Baral, Co-PI of the study “Reducing MMR and NMR in an Eco-Ethnographically Diverse District of Nepal (Kapilvastu) through Engaged Digitalized Comprehensive Continuum of Care” by NPHF in collaboration with NHRC, was invited as a speaker at the Health Research and Innovations in Public Health platform organized by the Indian Council of Medical Research.

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Dr. Gehanath Baral, Co-PI for the study ” title ” conducted by Nepal Public health Foundation in collaboration with Nepal Health Research Council participated at the Health Research and Innovations in Public Health: Exchange of Good Practices across Research Platform organized by Indian council of Medical Research was invited as a speaker. This study applied the modified Motherhood Method, complemented by GIS mapping and the
Ama-ko-Maya digital application, to generate census-equivalent data on maternal and neonatal
mortality in Kapilvastu District, Lumbini Province. By integrating community-based surveillance with digitized reporting tools, the approach provided granular insights into mortality
patterns across municipalities.

NPHF engaged in a meeting with officials from the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development

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The team from Nepal Public Health Foundation engaged in a meeting with officials from the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development, including Dr.Rajendra Prasad Mishra, secretary and Dr. Ram Krishna Shrestha, assisant secretary.

Ms. Deepesha Silpakar joins the University of Oxford as a Visiting Fellow under the Oxford Martin School Programme on Global Epilepsy

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We are proud to share that Ms. Deepesha Silpakar, Project Coordinator at Nepal Public Health Foundation (NPHF) and currently serving as Country Coordinator for The Global Health Network, Nepal Centre. She recently received an exceptional opportunity to join the University of Oxford as a Visiting Fellow under the Oxford Martin School Programme on Global Epilepsy.

As part of her fellowship, she presented her research, “Integrating Epilepsy into Maternal Health Care Pathways: Lessons from Nepal and Global Insights,” at the Oxford Martin School. Her talk was followed by an insightful panel discussion with distinguished global experts.

Ms. Silpakar is also continuing her academic journey alongside her professional work. Her dedication, hard work, and achievements reflect both her commitment to advancing public health in Nepal and her active role in global health research networks.

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Dr. Mahesh Kumar Maskey at the University of Oxford for the inaugural Global Mind–Brain Health Summit.

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Our Founding Chair and Executive Chief, Dr. Mahesh Kumar Maskey, was recently invited to the inaugural Global Mind–Brain Health Summit held at Corpus Christi College, University of Oxford, hosted by the Centre for Global Epilepsy. He delivered a presentation on the public health perspective of mind–brain health and also served as a panelist for the session Driving Sustainable Change: Securing the Future of Global Mind–Brain Health. The event was inaugurated by Lord William Hague, Chancellor of the University of Oxford.
This landmark summit convened an exceptional group of leaders from policy, research, healthcare, technology, and lived experience to address some of the most urgent challenges in mind–brain health. Through inspiring keynote presentations, insightful panel discussions, and dynamic engagement with participants, the gathering explored innovative and equitable strategies to improve diagnosis, treatment access, and long-term support for individuals affected by neurological and psychiatric conditions.