Children BEEP

Social Awareness and Multipurpose Development Alliance Nepal (SAMDAN) is a non-profit umbrella organization officially registered in Nepal under national guideline act 1977 (2034 BS). Children-BEEP is one of SAMDAN's programs formed by people experienced with Solid Waste issues. The purpose of the program is to preserve the degrading environment affected by the challenges connected to waste management.

Children-BEEP has a long-term perspective for sustainability and a strong focus on children and awareness raising through the building of child leadership. It aims to inspire children to promote a sense of responsibility for sustainable handling of garbage in their own schools, homes and communities through the Teaching with Action Process (TAP).

The solid waste situation in Kathmandu has severe negative effects on the environment and city inhabitants. Solid waste can infect drinking water and become a source of waterborne diseases like diarrhea, worms and pneumonia. There is also a risk of metals and chemicals infecting drinking water and farming land — increasing human health risks. Solid waste also attracts rodents spreading different diseases to humans.

An improved handling of solid waste is a crucial ingredient to improve human health and well-being in Kathmandu. Raising awareness through children is a unique model in Nepal. Children-BEEP is committed to creating a better future for coming generations starting with the children of today.