Ms. Krishtina Khanal is an enthusiastic user of technology for good, hailing from Butwal, Rupandehi. She is deeply committed to helping those in need by providing them with essential tools and knowledge. Her curiosity lies in exploring how the integration of technology and design can drive innovation, ultimately contributing to a brighter and more equitable future.
Her Work
Krishtina Khanal is a passionate advocate for using technology to drive positive social change. Her work focuses on bridging gaps in education and accessibility through innovative projects. She is developing DevTrack, a web app designed to enhance transparency and accountability in government projects. DevTrack will offer comprehensive information, including budgets, contractor details, project quality, timelines, and involved authorities. By providing access to this crucial data, she aims to empower citizens to stay informed, monitor public fund usage, and foster civic engagement and participation in local governance. As a community outreach officer for CoSoG Nepal, she helps students explore computer science by organizing events and workshops. She is also planning “EmpaCtHon,” a hackathon focused on the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, to inspire innovation. As a regional coordinator for Karkhana, she promotes hands-on learning with Karkhana Science Kits. These kits support creative experimentation, making STEM subjects accessible and engaging for students.
Impact:
Krishtina Khanal is dedicated to improving access to resources and information in Nepal. As a designer for Ragat Nepal, she helped create a blood donation platform that connected over 1,000 people with more than 5,000 donors, providing crucial emergency medical support. At Team DevTrack with Incubate Nepal, she promotes transparency in development projects by centralizing information, which reduces misinformation and improves public services. Krishtina also focuses on education, conducting workshops on Design Thinking and Storytelling at Karkhana, organizing STEM sessions at CoSoG Nepal, and planning impactful events at the ICT Club of Kalika, benefiting over 250 students.