Himalaya Community Salvation Society (HIMS-NEPAL)

Dhading | Province 3

History and Key Successes of the Organisation

A Brief History of the Organisation

Himalaya Community Salvation Society (HIMS Nepal) is a faith based non-profit, Non-Government Organisation, which was established in 2005 from a community initiative aimed at the development of local people. The organisation was established by the community, hence it has always emphasized the inclusion of a diverse range of people. The organisation has been running programmes in the remote villages of North Dhading where social-economic, spiritual and educational conditions are very limited. The main issues facing the area are food security, health, hygiene and local resources mobilisation.
During the early stages of the organisation’s life they faced many challenges. At that time they collected money from general members who were employed abroad. Many community people have been involved in the small steps they have made in community development. After the earthquake, HIMS has been trying to bring improvement in these sectors by running the “Disaster Response Programme” with the support of UMN Dhading.

Key Successes and Achievements of the Organisation:

Developed and revised various policies and guidelines and used them appropriately;
Established a good identity in the District;
Able to get resources from the Government and other organisations, which they use in collaboration and cooperation with them.

Organisational Strategic Information

DAO Reg. No. 608/062/063

SWC Affiliation No. 20004/2069

PAN No. 302505320

Vision

A self-dependent, harmonious and peaceful society.

Mission

To bring improvement in the social economic and spiritual condition of communities of villages situated in the northern part of Dhading district, specially living in remote VDCs of north Dhading.

Goal

To improve the livelihood of backward communities.

Purpose/Objectives

To improve food security through a livelihood programme;
To promote conservation of the environment and biodiversity;
To improve the health and sanitation of rural people;
To promote peace and social harmony through forgiveness and reconciliation;
To enhance rural tourism.

Core Values

Truth and honesty; love; unity; care for the environment; transparency; accountability; special concern for poor and marginalised.

Geographic Areas Covered

Dhading District with special focus on Gangajamuna, Rubi Valley and Khaniyabash Rural Municipalities.

Target Beneficiaries

Janajatis; women and children; Christian communities.

Thematic Focus

Livelihoods; Reconstruction; Good Governance.

Networks and Affiliations

Member and Staff Diversity

Current Partnership/Donors (maximum of three)

Phased Out Projects (maximum of three)

Organisational Growth

Contact Details

Nilkantha Municipality -3, Dhadingbesi, Dhading
010-520623 himsnepal@gmail.com www.himsnepal.org.np

Jivan Tamang, Chairperson
9851130905
jivantamang28@yahoo.com