Nepal Dialogue UK: Monthly Webinars for Knowledge and Collaboration

Reading, UK – The Centre for Nepal Studies UK (CNSUK) is delighted to announce the launch of Nepal Dialogue UK, a new monthly online webinar series designed to share knowledge about Nepal, its culture, and its diaspora, while fostering collaborations. The series will officially begin on Saturday, 4th January 2025.

“This initiative is a significant step towards creating a vibrant platform for meaningful dialogue,” said Lokendra Dhakal, Executive Director of CNSUK. “By bringing together researchers, academics, practitioners, and the public, we hope to explore and address topics that are vital to Nepal and its global diaspora.”

The inaugural session will feature Prof. David Gellner, who will present on the topic: “Shrines and Identities in Nepal and in the Diaspora.”

“This session will bring well-researched insights into everyday religious practices at home (Nepal) and in new migration destinations, particularly in the UK,” added Dr. Krishna Adhikari, Convener of Nepal Dialogue UK. “We hope it will inspire thought-provoking discussions and serve as a bridge between Nepal and its diaspora, fostering greater understanding of cultural practices and shared learning.”

The webinar series will include talks and occasional roundtables, covering a wide range of topics—from research on cultural heritage to contemporary issues affecting Nepal and its diaspora. CNSUK also plans to collaborate with other institutions to co-organise events on themes of common interest. This collaboration aims to ensure the representation of multidisciplinary issues and perspectives and to broaden the impact of these discussions.

Participation is open to all, and attendees are encouraged to share the event within their networks.

For more information, contact Dr Sangita Shrestha, Media Coordinator, Nepal Dialogue UK, CNSUK at [email protected]