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.
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
Fee-Based 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 PurposeHHREF 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 GuidelinesWho 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 IdeaSubmit 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
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