He is a social entrepreneur dedicated to addressing educational inequity and promoting civic engagement in Nepal. As Secretary and Tutor at Joyfull Circle, he supports underserved students through free tuition and holistic learning programs. He founded Hamro Niti, Nepal’s first youth-led civic and policy education newsletter, simplifying complex policies for public understanding. At the Institute for Rural Development (IRD), he contributes to innovative educational tools as an Education Associate.
Mr. Saksham serves as Secretary and Tutor at Joyfull Circle, coordinating free after-school tuition programs that blend academics with creative activities like storytelling and art, alongside managing the “Back to School” campaign to distribute school starter kits and emergency aid drives for families. As founder of Hamro Niti, he leads research, writing, and editorial efforts to produce a Substack newsletter and social media content that demystifies government policies and their societal impacts. At IRD, he designs the STEM curriculum for the Ex-L (Excel Learning) platform, creating interactive tools like quizzes and flashcards for Grades 1–10, aligned with national standards, to support self-paced learning.
Impact Created
Through Joyfull Circle, Saksham has supported over 100 students with free tuition, with 90% of regular attendees passing school exams and showing improved learning habits. The “Back to School” campaign and aid drives have reached over 1,000 students and families, providing essential resources like books, bags, and medical supplies. Hamro Niti’s content has engaged over 1,500 readers, making policy accessible and sparking civic awareness. His work on the Geetamata School Library Project established a library with 1,452 books and a digital catalog of 4,800+ titles, serving 2,100+ students and fostering a culture of reading and confidence in English.
