Pratima Khadgi is from Lalitpur, Nepal, and is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Environmental Science at the Central Department of Environmental Science. She is passionate about creating sustainable and resilient communities through pollution management and disaster risk reduction, using nature-based solutions that incorporate indigenous knowledge.

Experience: “The OMLAS Fellowship is a transformative platform to learn, grow, and connect with diverse individuals across countries. Through a holistic approach covering five pillars, it offers interactive online sessions and breakout rooms that encourage sharing ideas, building networks, and aligning with others who share your passion and purpose.I am honored to be selected as an OMLAS Fellow 2025, joining a global network of emerging leaders committed to sustainable change.”