About us
Rooted in the birthplace of the Buddha
बुद्धको जन्मस्थलमा जरा गाडेको
Unlocking Lumbini’s Potential
Who we are
Unlocking Lumbini’s Potential
Lumbini Development Foundation is a non-profit organization committed to fostering knowledge, promoting research, encouraging intellectual and policy dialogue, and advancing sustainable development in Lumbini Province, Nepal.
We believe that informed citizens, evidence-based policies, economic freedom, cultural preservation and collective action are essential to building a prosperous, inclusive and resilient society.
Through research, advocacy, partnerships and community engagement, we strive to unlock Lumbini’s potential and contribute to a future defined by opportunity, dignity and shared prosperity.
Vision
Lumbini Development Foundation envisions a prosperous, inclusive and sustainable Lumbini where knowledge, innovation, cultural heritage and economic freedom flourish, and every individual has the opportunity to thrive.
Mission
Lumbini Development Foundation is committed to promoting research, knowledge, innovation, policy dialogue and collaborative action to advance inclusive economic growth, protect cultural heritage, strengthen individual freedom and contribute to a prosperous and sustainable Lumbini.
Our approach
How we work
हाम्रो कार्यशैली
Listen
We start in the village, with the people who will live with the result.
Plan together
Goals, budgets and timelines are agreed with the community and local government.
Act
Our team and volunteers work alongside local groups, not ahead of them.
Report back
Donors and communities get the same honest account of what worked and what did not.
What we stand for
Our values
- Dignity over pity
- Community first
- Open books
- Long-term commitment
Thematic areas
Where we focus
To contribute to a prosperous, inclusive and sustainable Lumbini by promoting research, evidence-based policymaking, economic freedom, cultural preservation and people-centered development through collaboration, innovation and informed civic engagement.
See our programmes →Milestones
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Meet the people behind the work
Our founders, team and advisors.