Research & Innovation | HHREF

Turn ideas into impact

Real progress begins with ideas that are tested, proven and translated into practice.

HHREF champions new knowledge, evidence and innovation that create real-world impact. We support research, drive innovation and accelerate development initiatives that strengthen public health, education and environmental resilience in Nepal — especially in underserved and rural communities.

Turn your idea into impact

If you have a concept, prototype, model, thesis topic or new approach — HHREF provides a platform to test, validate, refine and apply your innovation in real community settings.

We offer
  • access to field sites
  • connections and institutional partners
  • technical guidance and system-level insights
  • opportunities to learn directly from communities
Paid research opportunities

Researchers, students, innovators, start-ups and practitioners can conduct paid research placements through HHREF in these domains:

  • public health systems
  • community education models
  • environmental resilience & climate adaptation

You bring the idea.

We help you test whether it works in the real world.

Profit With Purpose

HHREF is a for-profit, non-distributing company — meaning:

  • Profit does not go to any individual.
  • It is reinvested to strengthen education, health and the environment in disadvantaged communities in Nepal.

This is how we turn learning into impact — and impact into transformation.

Program Guidelines

Who can apply: Researchers, students, innovators, start-ups, and practitioners working in public health, education, or environmental sectors.

Duration: Flexible from 2 weeks to 12+ weeks depending on project scope.

Support provided: Field site access, institutional partnerships, technical guidance, and community connections.

Focus areas: Projects that create measurable impact in rural and underserved communities in Nepal.

Apply / Propose Your Idea

Submit your research concept, innovation proposal, or thesis topic. We'll review it and connect you with relevant opportunities and partnerships.

Organization Email: info@hhref.org

Turn ideas into impact

Real progress begins with ideas that are tested, proven and translated into practice.

HHREF champions new knowledge, evidence and innovation that create real-world impact. We support research, drive innovation and accelerate development initiatives that strengthen public health, education and environmental resilience in Nepal — especially in underserved and rural communities.

Turn your idea into impact

If you have a concept, prototype, model, thesis topic or new approach — HHREF provides a platform to test, validate, refine and apply your innovation in real community settings.

We offer
  • access to field sites
  • connections and institutional partners
  • technical guidance and system-level insights
  • opportunities to learn directly from communities
Paid research opportunities

Researchers, students, innovators, start-ups and practitioners can conduct paid research placements through HHREF in these domains:

  • public health systems
  • community education models
  • environmental resilience & climate adaptation

You bring the idea.

We help you test whether it works in the real world.

Profit With Purpose

HHREF is a for-profit, non-distributing company — meaning:

  • Profit does not go to any individual.
  • It is reinvested to strengt