As the CEO of HY+ – the University of Helsinki Centre for Continuing Education – it’s a real pleasure to visit Nepal for the first time. What stood out the most to me? The diversity of the Nepali people and the warm hospitality everywhere I’ve gone. And yes, the momos really are as good as everyone says!
On May 13th, 2025, TECSES organized a training on teacher performance evaluation in Karnali Province, bringing together key education actors from the Ministry of Social Development, Education Development and Coordination Units (EDCUs), Local Education Units (LEUs), and head teachers.
For TECSES to carry out activities effectively, we need a clear picture of the education situation in Karnali. To do this, we use existing data, but we also collect our own. This helps us make sure the information we use is specific to our project and the areas we work in.
Padam Mahar is the Inclusion and Teacher Training Advisor for TECSES, representing FCA Nepal. He brings more than 22 years of experience in leading inclusive education initiatives across several international organizations. As a person with a disability, Padam also brings valuable personal insight into the work of building more inclusive systems.
On March 6, 2025, the TECSES project officially launched in Karnali with a symbolic ceremony led by Minister Ghanshyam Bhandari, who poured water on flowers to mark the beginning of efforts to strengthen teacher education. This event set the stage for collaborative discussions on improving education in Nepal.
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