Dr. Alisha Rasaili
Empowering Dalit Daughters Alumna
Empowering Dalit Daughters Alumna
Ophthalmologist, Government Hospital
Dr. Alisha Rasaili’s journey with NYF began in 2006, after she completed her School Leaving Certificate with outstanding marks. Though she dreamed of continuing her education in Kathmandu, social and economic barriers made that path feel out of reach. After learning about NYF’s Empowering Dalit Daughters (EDD) program through a newspaper and completing a competitive application and interview process, Alisha was selected for support that would change her life.
Through the EDD program, NYF supported Alisha for three years, enabling her to pursue higher education at a well-established college in Kathmandu. Living and studying in the capital at a young age helped her grow both academically and personally, exposing her to new opportunities and shaping her confidence as a future leader.
Today, Dr. Alisha serves as an ophthalmologist at a government hospital, where she restores vision and improves quality of life for patients with limited access to healthcare. Working at the municipal level, she provides specialized eye care at minimal cost, easing the burden on families who might otherwise go untreated.
“Serving people at the ground level is deeply meaningful to me,” she shares. “As a specialist in a government hospital, I can reach those who need care the most.”
Alisha is also committed to building a healthier Nepal beyond hospital walls. She conducts health camps, promotes public health awareness, and works to bridge the gap between communities and the healthcare system. Her vision for Nepal’s future includes stronger healthcare systems, political stability, inclusive development, and equal opportunities for the next generation.
To future leaders, Dr. Alisha offers simple but powerful advice: remain honest, stay humble, keep learning, and always be a voice for the voiceless. Through her work, she is creating the Nepal she wants to see—one patient, one community, and one restored vision at a time.