About NPESN
The Nepal Population and Environment Scholars Network (NPESN) was established on January 28, 2026, in Chitwan, Nepal. It is an independent, non-partisan scholarly network that convenes researchers, academics, and practitioners working at the nexus of population studies and environmental science.
NPESN operates as a platform for knowledge exchange, collaborative research, and evidence-based policy engagement. The network draws members from universities, research institutions, and public health organizations across Nepal.
Our Goals
- Connect new generation of experts, students, policy makers and practitioner from social sciences, natural sciences, policy, and practice, enhancing the exchange of ideas and methods.
- Foster collaborations that address multifaceted questions about population dynamics, resource use, human well-being, and environmental resilience.
- Support evidence-based policies by translating robust research into actionable recommendations for government and civil society.
- Build capacity among emerging scholars and researchers through shared resources, mentorship, and training.
- Integrate indigenous and local knowledge, ensuring solutions are both culturally respectful and practically effective.
- Secure funding for long-term projects and initiatives that benefit both academia and society.
Focus Areas
Community Building
Create and connect new generation of experts, students, policy makers and practitioner from social sciences, natural sciences, policy, and practice, enhancing the exchange of ideas and methods.
Grants and Funds
Secure funding for long-term projects and initiatives that benefit both academia and society.
Data Contribution
Promote open data sharing and collaborative research projects that can have a wider impact.
Established 2026 · Chitwan, Nepal