Pratima Khadgi is from Lalitpur, Nepal, and is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Environmental Science at the Central Department of Environmental Science. She is passionate about creating sustainable and resilient communities through pollution management and disaster risk reduction, using nature-based solutions that incorporate indigenous knowledge.

OMLAS Experience: “The OMLAS Fellowship is a transformative platform to learn, grow, and connect with diverse individuals across countries. Through a holistic approach covering five pillars, it offers interactive online sessions and breakout rooms that encourage sharing ideas, building networks, and aligning with others who share your passion and purpose. I am honored to be selected as an OMLAS Fellow 2025, joining a global network of emerging leaders committed to sustainable change.”