Jeni Shrestha

Bio

Jeni Shrestha lived in Kotdada, Lalitpur, with her family of six, including her grandmother, father, mother, and younger brother. The financial condition of her family was fragile, with her father being the sole earning member through farming, which barely met their basic needs. Experiencing the harsh reality of their situation, Jeni always felt a deep responsibility to support her family and improve their living conditions.
She knew that education was her best path forward, but her family’s financial struggles threatened her dreams. Seeing her peers forced to drop out of school or get married at a young age filled her with fear that she might share the same fate. However, the Samaanta Fellowship came into her life like a beam of hope, making higher education possible.
With Samaanta’s support, Jeni completed her +2 education at Pentagon International College and went on to earn her Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree from Thames International College under a partial scholarship scheme. The fellowship did not just pay for her education; it gave her confidence, independence, and the strength to stand tall despite societal expectations and economic barriers.
Jeni served as a role model in her village, inspiring other young girls to dream big. She worked as a Teach for Nepal (TFN) fellow, teaching in a public school in Lamjung, giving back to the community and empowering the next generation. Her journey from facing uncertainty to guiding others was a testament to the power of education and resilience.