Gehendra Dhimal Foundation – A Global Place for Art, Education & Collaboration
A place to learn, collaborate, create, craft & perform the art that you love.
Film, Photography, Dance, Painting, Design or any form of art.
Welcome to the Gehendra Dhimal Foundation (GDF) — Nepal’s leading nonprofit platform where artists, students, educators, and global partners come together to explore film, photography, dance, painting, design, literature, music, and all forms of creative performance. Since 2020, we have been committed to nurturing creativity, empowering youth, preserving culture, and connecting communities worldwide through impactful art initiatives, training programs, and international collaborations.
MORPH Magazine
Discover the world of art through MORPH Magazine. Whether you're a photography enthusiast or simply appreciate the beauty of visual art, our magazine is dedicated to showcasing the talent and creativity of artists from all walks of life.
Learn, Collaborate & Grow with GDF
At GDF, we believe art is not just expression — it’s education, empowerment, and transformation. Our foundation offers:
Workshops, masterclasses, and training programs for students, creators, and emerging professionals.
Competitions in photography, film, and design to showcase talent on international stages.
Cultural exchange programs and mentorships for young artists.
Community campaigns like Digital Hygiene, Panel Discussions, MasterClasses, PhotoTalks, Film Screenings, Pride’s Pride, and Beyond the Binary that raise awareness and inspire social change.
MUSTANG Nostalgia:
A Two-Decade Odyssey
MUSTANG Nostalgia: Two-Decade Odyssey was a groundbreaking panoramic photography exhibition in Nepal, captivating audiences with 30 stunning images of Mustang by renowned lens-based artist Kishor Kayastha. With large-format prints up to 20 feet long, the exhibition showcased Mustang’s cultural evolution, environmental changes, and enduring heritage.
Gehendra Dhimal Foundation is an NGO established in 2020.
With a vision to celebrate people's lives and professions where everyone is equal and inclusive that is advocated and spread through art and performing arts.
A NIGHT TO REMEMBER
Unraveling emotions and expressing desires
Prides' Palatte: "A Night To Remember" is a poetry performance platform organized by the Gehendra Dhimal Foundation.
SUPPORTED BY: The United States Embassy - Nepal, IM Swedish Development Partner
CREATIVE PARTNER: Poet Idol
MEDIA PARTNER: Morph Magazine, KalaKarmi
VENUE PARTNER: Club 10X
PRODUCTION PARTNERS: Location Nepal, Presenters' Association of Nepal
Global Partnerships & Sponsorships
We actively partner with international NGOs, cultural foundations, universities, embassies, funding agencies, and CSR initiatives who believe in using art as a tool for progress. Whether it’s supporting youth development, women’s empowerment, digital literacy, or inclusive cultural expression, GDF creates measurable impact through collaboration.
Join hands with us to support scholarships, sponsor events, or co-create projects that transform lives through art.
Send an email to mail@dhimal.org
CREATIVE COLLAB
CREATIVE COLLAB
Creative Collab is a revolutionary platform for artists, musicians, filmmakers, and performers to showcase talent, collaborate, and earn lifetime royalties from their work. Whether you're a rapper, poet, dancer, indie artist, director, or cinematographer, we provide branding, marketing, and monetization across digital platforms—ensuring continuous earnings, not just one-time payments. No upfront investment needed—just your passion and creativity.
Events, Programs & Opportunities
Our calendar is always alive with opportunities:
Film Screenings that spark conversation.
Panel Discussions with global thought leaders.
Photography Exhibitions showcasing young visionaries.
MasterClasses & Workshops led by industry experts.
Community campaigns that combine creativity with advocacy.
PanelDiscussion
Converging past, present, and future of art and performing art.
MasterClass
Nurturing the Future of the Art and Performing Art.
FilmScreening
A platform for upcoming filmmakers to showcase their work
SOCIAL INVITATION
Let’s Connect
Beyond The Binary 2024
An initiative of the Gehendra Dhimal Foundation in partnership with the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany, Kathmandu. “Beyond the Binary'' is a six-months campaign targeted to discuss the issues related to sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and sex characteristics (SOGIESC) with secondary and college-level students.
Why Gehendra Dhimal Foundation Matters
For Students & Emerging Artists: A place to gain skills, recognition, scholarships, and networks.
For Funders & Agencies: A trusted partner to amplify impact, build visibility, and strengthen communities through creative initiatives.
For Global Creatives: A hub to exchange knowledge, collaborate internationally, and tell stories that matter.
Student Film Challenge
Gear up for the annual Student Film Challenge. The practical hands on way to create a funded film project as a part of sharpening your creative skills.
Be part of a movement that connects art, education, and social change.
Get. Involved.
However you would like to get involved with us; become a member, volunteer or work for the foundation.
Look into the options on how you could help or be a part of the foundation.