Mr. Bivek Bhandari, founder and president of Coding for Social Good Nepal, receives the prestigious Diana Award 2024 from Nepal.

About Diana Award

The Diana Award is a charity that recognizes young people who are making positive change in their communities. The award was established in 1999 by the British government in memory of Diana, Princess of Wales.

About Bivek’s Work

Bibek’s journey from facing financial challenges to founding ‘COSOG Nepal’ is a story of resilience and transformative leadership. Motivated by his struggles to access STEM resources, he established over 25 computer science clubs across Nepal, impacting 3,000+ students. Bibek’s initiatives include coding competitions, career counselling workshops, and the publication of "Python Primer," a programming ebook downloaded by more than 600 students. His ‘Code for Charity’ programme extends support to nonprofits, multiplying his impact globally. Bibek’s leadership and collaborative efforts have created a culture of learning and inclusion, inspiring young minds to pursue STEM careers and leverage technology for social good.