Archives: Teams

Jyotsna is an intersectional feminist and draws her knowledge and experiences from the feminist movement in Nepal. Jyotsna is a founding chair at LOOM, a feminist collective that adopts multi-generational activism working on the intersection of gender, sexuality, freedom of expression, and movement building. She also runs the “Women in Cinema Fellowship South Asia” for women and those who identify as women filmmakers. Jyotsna also runs an arts residency space. Her four dogs own her, and saving up for trips with friends is her bliss.

Pushpa Joshi is a young intersectional feminist from Nepal with more than eight years of experience working and advocating on the issues of sexual and reproductive health rights, gender, sexuality, human rights, and safe abortion rights at national and international spaces. She is currently serving as the vice-chair at LOOM. Her engagement with the feminist movement is driven by her passion for challenging and changing the discriminatory structure and systemic oppression.

An experienced Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) expert with over two decades of experience in the field. She is Mphil PHD scholar in Gender Studies and holds a Master’s degree in Rural Development from Tribhuvan University, a Bachelor’s degree in Law, and a Postgraduate Degree in Psychosocial Counseling from Nepal.

Throughout her career, Sarita has been deeply involved in providing training on gender-responsive planning and budgeting, conducting audits, and developing GESI strategies. She has held prominent roles, including serving as a GESI Expert for the Provincial and Local Governance Support Program (PLGSP) with UNDP, a Gender Analyst at UNFPA, and a Senior Program Coordinator at WOREC.

Sarita has also worked as a consultant and GESI Expert for various organizations, including the USAID Nepal Engineering Project, Asian Development Bank, FHI360, and Plan International Nepal. Her consultancy work has focused on developing training manuals, policies, and resource books related to gender and social inclusion.

Jenisha Maharjan is a composed and supportive young feminist who is deeply committed to the process of creating meaningful change in her community. With a Bachelor’s degree in Arts and Social Work, she has developed a robust understanding of social issues and remains dedicated to applying her knowledge to effect positive transformation. Her approach is marked by a steadfast adherence to the process of project development, ensuring that initiatives are thoroughly executed to achieve impactful results.

Currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Gender Studies, Jenisha continues to build on her academic foundation while advocating for youth leadership. She firmly believes in the potential of young people to drive substantial change and shape a better future through active engagement and leadership. Outside of her professional and academic endeavors, Jenisha finds joy in exploring diverse cuisines and enjoys long walks and trekking in the mountains, which offer her both relaxation and inspiration

Naresh B.K is a dedicated finance and admin professional with over 4 years of experience in grant management, budgeting, procurement, and financial reporting. Currently working at LOOM Nepal, he has supported donor-funded projects across various NGOs, ensuring compliance, audit readiness, and effective resource use. Known for his detail-oriented approach and adaptability, Naresh is committed to financial transparency and community-focused development.