Karsang Dawa Lama

Institution: Lester B. Pearson College UWC, Canada
Field of study: IBCP – Climate Action Leadership Diploma; Chemistry, Biology and Mathematics AI
Originally from: Humla

“Samaanta has shaped me and who I am today. The values continue to guide my UWC journey and my aspiration to grow as a responsible and compassionate global citizen.”
Karsang Dawa Lama

Bio

Karsang Dawa Lama is from Limatang, Humla, and is an 11th Cohort Fellow of the Samaanta Foundation. She completed her SEE at Shree Mansarovar Model Secondary School and, through the Samaanta Fellowship, completed her high school education in Science at Nepal Mega College with Biology as her main subject. Her experience with Samaanta's workshops, mentorship and leadership opportunities helped her develop confidence, critical thinking, communication and a strong sense of responsibility toward her community. After applying to the United World Colleges movement, she was selected for Lester B. Pearson College UWC in Canada. Due to visa delays, she spent an additional year in Nepal studying Environmental Science at Golden Gate International College. She arrived at Pearson College in August 2025 and is currently studying the IB Career-related Programme with a focus on Climate Action Leadership, alongside Chemistry, Biology and Mathematics AI.

Leadership and achievements

Selected for Lester B. Pearson College UWC.
Studied Environmental Science at Golden Gate International College during her additional year in Nepal.
Developed leadership, communication and critical-thinking skills through Samaanta.
Pursuing a Climate Action Leadership Diploma.