Dr. Laxmi Tamang

Vice Chairperson

Laxmi Tamang is a pioneering initiator and lead co-founder of the Midwifery Society of Nepal, established in 2010, and a nurse-led stand-alone birthing centre founded in 2006. With over 25 years of extensive experience in sexual and reproductive health and rights, she has worked in clinical, community, and academic settings. Laxmi holds a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, a Master of Public Health, and a Doctor of Philosophy in Medicine, focusing on the influence of gender power relations on sexual and reproductive health among Nepalese youth. Her passion for women’s health and empowerment was sparked in 1996 while rehabilitating survivors of sex trafficking at the Women’s Rehabilitation Centre. Laxmi’s dedication to midwifery and empowering women from conception to end-of-life continues through her work with marginalised communities. As a driving force for positive change, she advocates for gender equality and women’s rights in Nepal.

Based In

Kathmandu, Nepal

Focus Areas

Gender Equality, Social Justice

Experience

25+ Years

About Laxmi Tamang

Ms. Krishna Kumari Waiba has been a driving force in Nepal’s women’s movement for over two decades. As Chairperson of BBC, she provides strategic vision and leadership to strengthen feminist networks and amplify marginalised voices.

Her work spans policy advocacy, movement building, and community empowerment. She believes in inclusive leadership and collective action to build a just, equal, and peaceful society.

Change is possible when we stand together with courage, compassion, and conviction.

Key Achievements

Strengthened BBC network across 7 provinces

Building stronger feminist solidarity nationwide.

Advocated for progressive gender policies

Contributed to policy reforms for women's rights in Nepal.

Empowered 1000+ women leaders

Through training, mentorship, and leadership programmes.

Promoted inclusive & intersectional feminism

Ensuring no one is left behind in our movements.

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