Biography

DB Lama and The Himalayan Innovative Society are committed to the victims of child trafficking and forced labor in Humla, a district in the northwestern part of Nepal. DB himself was born and raised in this community, and had the fortunate opportunity to study in Kathmandu. With his knowledge and experience, he soon dreamt of being a teacher in Humla, hoping to educate and uplift the families and children of his hometown. Over the course of his career, DB served as a teacher in Humla as well as other neighboring districts. DB has served as the Executive Director of The Himalayan Innovative Society since its founding in 2003. His efforts have been recognized by the UN Development Programme, and he was recently nominated for their N­Peace Award in 2014. ­ 

DB partners with Humla community members and the Nepali government to reunify child trafficking victims with their families and provide alternative, safe means to protect other children from becoming victims of trafficking. They have reunified over 200 children with their families and placed 27 others into kinship and foster care. Additionally, they have provided scholarships to over 500 children for their education.