U.S. Embassy Youth Council Nepal

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U.S. Embassy Youth Council Nepal USYC is a professional engagement program under the U.S. Embassy Nepalโ€™s Public Affairs Section. The U.S.

Mission designed the USYC as a professional development and mentoring program to assist the council members in developing leadership skills to solve critical issues in their communities. Throughout the duration of their membership term, council members participate in networking opportunities, work on community engagement projects, and attend important strategic events. Embassy Kathmandu has a cooperative agreement with Youth Innovation Lab (YI-Lab), a not-for-profit civic-tech organization, to manage the USYC program. Every year, approximately fifty-five individuals, between 20-30 years old, are accepted to the Council. We strongly encourage as many people to apply as possible for this upcoming cohort. Priority will be given to applicants from marginalized and underrepresented communities in Nepal.

**๐ˆ๐ง๐ญ๐ž๐ซ๐ง๐š๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐š๐ฅ ๐˜๐จ๐ฎ๐ญ๐ก ๐ƒ๐š๐ฒ ๐Ÿ๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ”** U.S. Embassy Youth Council (USYC) wishes everyone a very Happy International Youth Day!...
12/08/2026

**๐ˆ๐ง๐ญ๐ž๐ซ๐ง๐š๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐š๐ฅ ๐˜๐จ๐ฎ๐ญ๐ก ๐ƒ๐š๐ฒ ๐Ÿ๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ”**

U.S. Embassy Youth Council (USYC) wishes everyone a very Happy International Youth Day! Today, we celebrate the energy, ideas, and leadership of young people who are working to create meaningful change in their communities and beyond.

With 55 inspiring members in the USYC 2026 Cohort, we are connected by common aspirations and a shared commitment to learn, lead, collaborate, and contribute toward a better future.

Hereโ€™s to the power of youth, collective action, and aspirations that bring us together.

With: U.S. Embassy, Nepal, Youth Innovation Lab Consult

**๐”๐’๐˜๐‚ ๐Ÿ๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ” ๐ƒ๐š๐ฒ ๐Ÿ‘: ๐ƒ๐ข๐ ๐ข๐ญ๐š๐ฅ ๐Œ๐š๐ซ๐ค๐ž๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐  ๐–๐จ๐ซ๐ค๐ฌ๐ก๐จ๐ฉ | ๐…๐ซ๐จ๐ฆ ๐’๐ญ๐ซ๐š๐ญ๐ž๐ ๐ฒ ๐ญ๐จ ๐ˆ๐ฆ๐ฉ๐š๐œ๐ญ**The third and final day of USYC 2026 focused on...
11/08/2026

**๐”๐’๐˜๐‚ ๐Ÿ๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ” ๐ƒ๐š๐ฒ ๐Ÿ‘: ๐ƒ๐ข๐ ๐ข๐ญ๐š๐ฅ ๐Œ๐š๐ซ๐ค๐ž๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐  ๐–๐จ๐ซ๐ค๐ฌ๐ก๐จ๐ฉ | ๐…๐ซ๐จ๐ฆ ๐’๐ญ๐ซ๐š๐ญ๐ž๐ ๐ฒ ๐ญ๐จ ๐ˆ๐ฆ๐ฉ๐š๐œ๐ญ**

The third and final day of USYC 2026 focused on turning ideas into strategic digital campaigns. Council Members explored how clear objectives, audience insights, messaging, channels, content, and measurement come together to drive meaningful action.

Prajwal Karki, Co-Founder and Digital Marketing Trainer at UpSkills Nepal, guided members through campaign planning, audience journeys, platform selection, content strategy, and performance measurement. Rahul Shakya, Co-Founder (Product and Brand Development) at Pycus Holdings Pvt. Ltd., connected these concepts to real-world industry experience, while Chandan Goopta, Head of Marketing Technology at RainLocal, led a practical content session where groups translated campaign strategies into platform-ready posts, captions, calls to action, and visual concepts.

The workshop concluded with a Campaign Display and Feedback Clinic, where groups presented their campaigns. Closing remarks by Cultural Affairs Officer Rebecca Weidner, U.S. Embassy Nepal, brought the three-day program to a close, encouraging Council Members to apply their learning throughout their USYC 2026 journey.

From strategy to ex*****on, final day equipped Council Members to communicate purposefully, create responsibly, and turn ideas into measurable digital impact.

With: U.S. Embassy, Nepal | Youth Innovation Lab Consult

**๐”๐’๐˜๐‚ ๐Ÿ๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ” ๐ƒ๐š๐ฒ ๐Ÿ: ๐๐ž๐ซ๐ฌ๐จ๐ง๐š๐ฅ ๐๐ซ๐š๐ง๐๐ข๐ง๐  ๐–๐จ๐ซ๐ค๐ฌ๐ก๐จ๐ฉ | ๐ƒ๐ข๐ฌ๐œ๐จ๐ฏ๐ž๐ซ๐ข๐ง๐ , ๐๐จ๐ฌ๐ข๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐ข๐ง๐  & ๐’๐ญ๐ซ๐ž๐ง๐ ๐ญ๐ก๐ž๐ง๐ข๐ง๐  ๐˜๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐๐ซ๐จ๐Ÿ๐ž๐ฌ๐ฌ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐š๐ฅ ๐๐ซ๐ž๐ฌ๐ž๐ง๐œ๐ž**Day...
09/08/2026

**๐”๐’๐˜๐‚ ๐Ÿ๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ” ๐ƒ๐š๐ฒ ๐Ÿ: ๐๐ž๐ซ๐ฌ๐จ๐ง๐š๐ฅ ๐๐ซ๐š๐ง๐๐ข๐ง๐  ๐–๐จ๐ซ๐ค๐ฌ๐ก๐จ๐ฉ | ๐ƒ๐ข๐ฌ๐œ๐จ๐ฏ๐ž๐ซ๐ข๐ง๐ , ๐๐จ๐ฌ๐ข๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐ข๐ง๐  & ๐’๐ญ๐ซ๐ž๐ง๐ ๐ญ๐ก๐ž๐ง๐ข๐ง๐  ๐˜๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐๐ซ๐จ๐Ÿ๐ž๐ฌ๐ฌ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐š๐ฅ ๐๐ซ๐ž๐ฌ๐ž๐ง๐œ๐ž**

Day 2 of USYC 2026 focused on helping Council Members define what they want to be known for and build an authentic, credible, and consistent professional identity. Through reflection, practical exercises, peer feedback, and hands-on activities, members explored how their strengths, values, experiences, and communication shape their personal brand.

Abhisekh Maskey, Head of Marketing at F1Soft International Pvt. Ltd., led sessions on personal branding foundations and brand positioning, guiding Council Members to identify their strengths, values, professional audiences, and career direction. Members translated these insights into personal-brand statements, professional profiles, and 60-second professional introductions, putting their ideas into practice through peer exercises and feedback.

The learning continued with Alok Khatri from NAAMI, who explored how AI-supported tools can assist with professional content while maintaining accuracy, privacy, authenticity, and personal judgment. Council Members then worked with Pranayna KC, Co-Founder/CEO of Hivelaya, to assess their digital presence, identify content pillars, and begin developing a professional-presence plan.

The day concluded with a practical session on networking with purpose, where members practiced introducing themselves confidently, starting meaningful professional conversations, following up effectively, and building relationships that support their long-term career goals. From defining their professional identity to strengthening their digital presence and networks, Day 2 equipped Council Members with practical tools to communicate their value with greater clarity, confidence, and authenticity.

With: U.S. Embassy, Nepal | Youth Innovation Lab Consult

**๐”๐’๐˜๐‚ ๐Ÿ๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ” ๐ƒ๐š๐ฒ ๐Ÿ: ๐Ž๐ซ๐ข๐ž๐ง๐ญ๐š๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง | ๐‚๐จ๐ง๐ง๐ž๐œ๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐ , ๐‹๐ž๐š๐๐ข๐ง๐  & ๐†๐ซ๐จ๐ฐ๐ข๐ง๐  ๐“๐จ๐ ๐ž๐ญ๐ก๐ž๐ซ**The USYC 2026 journey officially began with a d...
08/08/2026

**๐”๐’๐˜๐‚ ๐Ÿ๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ” ๐ƒ๐š๐ฒ ๐Ÿ: ๐Ž๐ซ๐ข๐ž๐ง๐ญ๐š๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง | ๐‚๐จ๐ง๐ง๐ž๐œ๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐ , ๐‹๐ž๐š๐๐ข๐ง๐  & ๐†๐ซ๐จ๐ฐ๐ข๐ง๐  ๐“๐จ๐ ๐ž๐ญ๐ก๐ž๐ซ**

The USYC 2026 journey officially began with a dynamic first day focused on connection, leadership, and building a strong foundation for the year ahead. Council Members came together to understand their USYC membership journey, meet fellow cohort members, and explore the shared expectations and opportunities that will shape their Council experience.

From the official opening remarks by Chargรฉ dโ€™Affaires Scott Urbom to an engaging session on emotional intelligence with Sagar Satyal, the day encouraged members to lead with self-awareness, empathy, and constructive communication.

The learning continued through an open dialogue on leading with purpose with Mike Harker, messaging best practices with Frank Sellin, and a vibrant Cohort Showcase that celebrated the diverse talents, ideas, and experiences of USYC 2026. The day concluded with reflection, a โ€œLetter to My Future Selfโ€ time capsule, and meaningful networking; setting the tone for an inspiring journey ahead.

With: .S. Embassy, Nepal | Youth Innovation Lab Consult

**๐Œ๐ž๐ž๐ญ ๐’๐ฎ๐ฒ๐จ๐  ๐ƒ๐ก๐ฎ๐ง๐ ๐ž๐ฅ - ๐”๐’๐˜๐‚ ๐Ÿ๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ” ๐‚๐จ๐ฎ๐ง๐œ๐ข๐ฅ ๐Œ๐ž๐ฆ๐›๐ž๐ซ**  A dedicated advocate for digital empowerment, he is currently pursuin...
07/08/2026

**๐Œ๐ž๐ž๐ญ ๐’๐ฎ๐ฒ๐จ๐  ๐ƒ๐ก๐ฎ๐ง๐ ๐ž๐ฅ - ๐”๐’๐˜๐‚ ๐Ÿ๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ” ๐‚๐จ๐ฎ๐ง๐œ๐ข๐ฅ ๐Œ๐ž๐ฆ๐›๐ž๐ซ**

A dedicated advocate for digital empowerment, he is currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in English and Political Science. With a strong background in the media sector, he works to make digital communication more understandable and bridge information gaps for underserved communities.

He has designed and facilitated digital literacy programs and represented his country, winning first place at the Global IT Challenge for Youth with Disabilities in South Korea. His work focuses on advancing technological reach and ensuring broader participation in the digital space.

Congratulations and welcome to the USYC community!

With: U.S. Embassy, Nepal

**๐Œ๐ž๐ž๐ญ ๐’๐ก๐ฎ๐›๐ก๐š๐ฆ ๐‚๐ก๐š๐ฉ๐š๐ ๐š๐ข๐ง - ๐”๐’๐˜๐‚ ๐Ÿ๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ” ๐‚๐จ๐ฎ๐ง๐œ๐ข๐ฅ ๐Œ๐ž๐ฆ๐›๐ž๐ซ**  Shubham Chapagain is a Computer Engineer and Software Engineer at...
07/08/2026

**๐Œ๐ž๐ž๐ญ ๐’๐ก๐ฎ๐›๐ก๐š๐ฆ ๐‚๐ก๐š๐ฉ๐š๐ ๐š๐ข๐ง - ๐”๐’๐˜๐‚ ๐Ÿ๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ” ๐‚๐จ๐ฎ๐ง๐œ๐ข๐ฅ ๐Œ๐ž๐ฆ๐›๐ž๐ซ**

Shubham Chapagain is a Computer Engineer and Software Engineer at Nepal Clearing House, where he works on systems that enhance the safety and security of digital payments. He graduated from Kantipur Engineering College, Tribhuvan University.

He has conducted research on trustworthy AI and audio deepfake detection, including collaboration on an international research internship at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. His interests focus on building practical technology solutions to address digital risks and misinformation.

Congratulations and welcome to the USYC community!

With: U.S. Embassy, Nepal

**๐Œ๐ž๐ž๐ญ ๐’๐ฐ๐š๐›๐ก๐š๐ฏ ๐Š๐ก๐š๐ง๐š๐ฅ - ๐”๐’๐˜๐‚ ๐Ÿ๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ” ๐‚๐จ๐ฎ๐ง๐œ๐ข๐ฅ ๐Œ๐ž๐ฆ๐›๐ž๐ซ**  Swabhav Khanal is a third-year MBBS student at the Institute of Medi...
07/08/2026

**๐Œ๐ž๐ž๐ญ ๐’๐ฐ๐š๐›๐ก๐š๐ฏ ๐Š๐ก๐š๐ง๐š๐ฅ - ๐”๐’๐˜๐‚ ๐Ÿ๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ” ๐‚๐จ๐ฎ๐ง๐œ๐ข๐ฅ ๐Œ๐ž๐ฆ๐›๐ž๐ซ**

Swabhav Khanal is a third-year MBBS student at the Institute of Medicine, Maharajgunj Medical Campus, with an interest in healthcare, education, and research. He is involved with the Osmosis Health Leadership Institute, contributing to initiatives that support medical learning.

He also works as a first-aid trainer and student leader, focusing on peer learning and community health. His interests include public health, clinical research, and health policy, with a goal of contributing to evidence-based healthcare.

Congratulations and welcome to the USYC community!

With: U.S. Embassy, Nepal

**๐Œ๐ž๐ž๐ญ ๐’๐ฎ๐ฅ๐š๐ฏ ๐“๐ข๐ฆ๐š๐ฅ๐ฌ๐ข๐ง๐š - ๐”๐’๐˜๐‚ ๐Ÿ๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ” ๐‚๐จ๐ฎ๐ง๐œ๐ข๐ฅ ๐Œ๐ž๐ฆ๐›๐ž๐ซ**  Sulav Timalsina is a Computer Engineering student at Nepal Engineer...
07/08/2026

**๐Œ๐ž๐ž๐ญ ๐’๐ฎ๐ฅ๐š๐ฏ ๐“๐ข๐ฆ๐š๐ฅ๐ฌ๐ข๐ง๐š - ๐”๐’๐˜๐‚ ๐Ÿ๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ” ๐‚๐จ๐ฎ๐ง๐œ๐ข๐ฅ ๐Œ๐ž๐ฆ๐›๐ž๐ซ**

Sulav Timalsina is a Computer Engineering student at Nepal Engineering College, Bhaktapur, working at the intersection of technology and business. A six-time hackathon winner, he has led ventures in legal-tech, retail digitalization, and market research.

He co-founded KanoonAI, an AI legal assistant reaching the ICT Award Rising Star 2025 Grand Finale, and founded CQ Tech, creator of the Pasale App. He also leads the โ€˜Lost Voicesโ€™ project on AI for imperiled Nepali languages and serves as President of Rotaract Club of Patan Heritage, driving community initiatives including digital literacy programs.

Congratulations and welcome to the USYC community!

With: U.S. Embassy, Nepal

**๐Œ๐ž๐ž๐ญ ๐’๐ฎ๐ฉ๐ซ๐ข๐ฒ๐š ๐’๐ก๐š๐ก - ๐”๐’๐˜๐‚ ๐Ÿ๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ” ๐‚๐จ๐ฎ๐ง๐œ๐ข๐ฅ ๐Œ๐ž๐ฆ๐›๐ž๐ซ**  Supriya Shah is a Marketing Specialist and a final-year Bachelor of Bu...
07/08/2026

**๐Œ๐ž๐ž๐ญ ๐’๐ฎ๐ฉ๐ซ๐ข๐ฒ๐š ๐’๐ก๐š๐ก - ๐”๐’๐˜๐‚ ๐Ÿ๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ” ๐‚๐จ๐ฎ๐ง๐œ๐ข๐ฅ ๐Œ๐ž๐ฆ๐›๐ž๐ซ**

Supriya Shah is a Marketing Specialist and a final-year Bachelor of Business Studies (BBS) student with over four years of experience in digital marketing. She enjoys exploring AI tools and applying them in practical ways to improve her work.

Outside of her professional role, Supriya volunteers with initiatives focused on sexual and reproductive health and menstrual hygiene. She enjoys learning, collaborating, and contributing to projects that create meaningful impact.

Congratulations and welcome to the USYC community!

With: U.S. Embassy, Nepal

**๐Œ๐ž๐ž๐ญ ๐’๐ฎ๐ ๐š๐ฆ ๐๐š๐ฎ๐๐ฒ๐š๐ฅ - ๐”๐’๐˜๐‚ ๐Ÿ๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ” ๐‚๐จ๐ฎ๐ง๐œ๐ข๐ฅ ๐Œ๐ž๐ฆ๐›๐ž๐ซ**  Sugam Paudyal is a public speaker, entrepreneur, and founder of Print...
07/08/2026

**๐Œ๐ž๐ž๐ญ ๐’๐ฎ๐ ๐š๐ฆ ๐๐š๐ฎ๐๐ฒ๐š๐ฅ - ๐”๐’๐˜๐‚ ๐Ÿ๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ” ๐‚๐จ๐ฎ๐ง๐œ๐ข๐ฅ ๐Œ๐ž๐ฆ๐›๐ž๐ซ**

Sugam Paudyal is a public speaker, entrepreneur, and founder of PrintLab Nepal, an initiative focused on making 3D printing more approachable for students and creators. With a background in Computer Science, she has experience in operations, project management, communication, and event management across corporate and non-profit sectors.

She actively contributes to community initiatives through Rotary and has represented Nepal at international youth forums. Outside her professional work, she enjoys traveling and exploring new experiences, viewing each as an opportunity to learn and create positive impact.

Congratulations and welcome to the USYC community!

With: U.S. Embassy, Nepal

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