Award of Recognition to Dr Pasang Dolma Sherpa and CIPRED Youth!

Heartfelt congratulations to Dr Pasang Dolma Sherpa for the award of recognition by Mr. Fur Gelje Sherpa, Chairperson of the Nepal Mountaineering Association and Mr. Nima Lama, Chairperson of the Tsum Nubri Rural Municipality for her exceptional leadership and contributions in strengthening Indigenous knowledge systems, customary governance institutions, cultural practices and sustainable livelihoods through efforts in the legal recognition of Shagya customary institution and Amchi Healing Practices on the occasion of Mt. Manaslu Platinum Jubilee Celebration in Kathmandu, on 10th June 2026. During the program, CIPRED youths – Sharana Sherpa, and Bhabin Rai were also recognized for their enthusiasm and efforts in strengthening youth leadership and engagement.

The program was organized to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the first ascent of Mt. Manaslu. In his closing remarks, Mr. Nima Lama highlighted CIPRED’s years of dedicated efforts and collective journey toward securing the legal recognition of the Shagya customary institution and Amchi healing practices. He noted that these achievements have paved the way for strengthening Indigenous Peoples’ customary governance systems, knowledge systems, and cultural practices, which have contributed to biodiversity conservation, climate resilience, and ecological balance since time immemorial.