About Us
We are a locally-led social benefit organization founded in 2009 by senior alumni of Crystal Mountain School. Our mission is to improve the lives of children and communities in the Dolpo region through education, healthcare, poverty eradication, sustainable energy, and cultural preservation.
Our Work
Crystal Mountain School
Crystal Mountain School (CMS) is our flagship program, serving as the first formal school in Upper Dolpo and for about a decade since its establishment in 1994, the only school in the region. CMS provides education for about 200 students (majority girls) from kindergarten to grade 10, mostly from Dho-Tarap valley. The school is community-led, founded in 1994 by Action Dolpo, and its alumni now work as nurses, health assistants, lab technicians, teachers, project managers, and local leaders in different parts of Dolpo. CMS focuses on teaching local language and histories in addition to the national curriculum.
Snow Leopard Residence
Snow Leopard Residence (SLR) is a residence in Kathmandu for students who have completed their lower secondary education at Crystal Mountain School and are continuing their studies. Established in 2003, SLR provides a typical Dolpo atmosphere where students can live and learn together in a close-knit community.
Undergraduate Education Support
This program provides financial assistance to high school graduates of CMS/SLR for enrollment in undergraduate programs based on their interests. Living and tuition expenses are covered, and over 20 students are currently benefiting from this support.
Early Childhood Development
Early Childhood Development (ECD) refers to the holistic physical, psychological, and social development of children in their early years, defined in the national ECD framework in Nepal as up to 8 years of age. These early years are important in the psychological and physical development of children, determining success in their future schooling years. During these years, children not only gain important physical and motor skills, but also emergent literacy skills such as phonological awareness, familiarity with print, and basic listening comprehension. Moreover, children enrolling in primary school for the first time are assumed to already have somewhat mastered these skills.
Dho-Tarap Health Post
The Dho-Tarap Health Post began providing basic healthcare and awareness in 2005. It was upgraded to a birthing center in 2009, fully equipped in 2012, and then shifted to a government-built facility in 2015. Since 2015, the health post is being operated by the local government, and VD supports operational and Human Resources for a dental clinic. In 2024 VD started funding a winter clinic since most of the government employees leave to spent the winter with their family.
News and Stories
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30 years and more
On this auspicious occasion of the 30th anniversary of our school , I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude and appreciation towards the generous sponsors who have provided for my education. Your support has not only aided in my academic pursuits but it also has given me the confidence…
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30 years of CMS
Tashi Delek and Namaste everyone! On the occasion of the completion of the 30th years of our school, I would like to thank ‘Ama’ Marie Claire and Sir Kedar Binod Pandey. I used to be a very strong girl who could easily conquer high mountains and the hardships of my…
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My school, My pride
By Pema Dorjee Grade 10
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CMS
Tashi Delek and Namaste everyone!On the super special occasion of the 30th anniversary of our Crystal Mountain Secondary School. I would like you to take a moment to express my sincere gratitude to Action Dolpo for everything they have done for us since we were kids. An organisation that touched…
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30 years of CMS
By Tashi Choedon, Grade 10 Tashi Delek and Namaste everyone.I am here to share my gratitude on this 30th anniversary of our school. It is my honour to speak and I feel it is a privilege to be a part of this family. My heart resonate with gratitude and I…
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CMS 2024
The academic year 2024 began on the 17th of April. Cultural Day was celebrated with a aim to teach the younger generations about the ways of their ancestors. The students exhibited their cultural dance, music and traditional attires. Different ancient thigs used by the ancestors were also diplayed in the…
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