Nepal
Client
Himalayan Life, Switzerland / Canada
In April 2018 I was able to photograph the opening of a school in the earthquake-damaged Yangrital Himalayanlife Another trip in which I visited most of Himalayan Life's projects Christian Habermeier We created film and photo material for the communication channels of this great NGO:
Pokhara
Himalayan Life has set up Nepal's only PET recycling plant in Pokhara. This is to create jobs for street boys and thus give them a perspective for their lives. The boys also have the opportunity to complete an apprenticeship. Himalayan Life in Pokhara also offers programs in which kids can play and do sports together.
Yangri
The entire Yangrital was severely affected by the severe earthquake in the Kathmandu region in 2015. Many people died and countless people became homeless. In a first phase, Himalayan Life helped rebuild the houses and infrastructure. But in order to make a difference in the long term, education is one of the essential keys. That's why Himalayan Life opened a school in the furthest village of the valley in 2018, where children from Yangri and the surrounding mountain villages receive an education. The entire population is behind this project. Tragically, the school was virtually completely destroyed by a spring tide on the night of June 14th to 15th, 2021. Parents begged teachers to stay. To contribute to the reconstruction, we launched the 750_Yangri , and we are very pleased that the reconstruction of the school is almost 100% financed. You can find out more about Yangri and Himalayan Life’s commitment to this beautiful valley in our film “Transformation” .
Chitwan
Chitwan is in the very south of Nepal and, with its tropical climate, does not necessarily correspond to the common ideas we have of Nepal. Himalayan Life also offers many sports and social programs here. The floorball game in the jungle on sandy ground was definitely one of the greatest sporting events of my life.
Ladakh
Many Nepalis live in exile in Ladakh, northern India. The parents work and have difficult conditions in construction. They move from construction site to construction site like nomads and often live in tents, even though the thermometer often drops into the double-digit minus range in winter. To ensure that the children receive an education, Himalayan Life has opened a home where the children can be. Not only do they get food and a place to sleep, but they also experience respect and love.
