About Us
Third Pole Foundation is a youth-led, non-profit organization working at the intersection of environment, education, and climate justice. Inspired by the Himalayan region known as the “Third Pole,” we focus on empowering young people and marginalized communities with the knowledge and skills needed to respond to climate challenges that already affect their lives. Our work is rooted in education, community engagement, and locally driven action across Nepal.
Our Mission & Vision
Our Mission
To empower youth and marginalized communities through climate action, environmental conservation, and education, while honoring natural heritage and advancing climate justice.
Our Vision
A resilient Global South where communities have the knowledge, resources, and opportunities to protect their environment and thrive in balance with nature.
Our Goals
- Strengthen climate education and environmental awareness among students and youth
- Promote climate justice by amplifying the voices of rural and marginalized communities
- Support community-led environmental action grounded in local realities
- Build youth leadership for long-term environmental stewardship
- Foster holistic well-being through a strong human–nature connection
Our Values
Climate Justice
We believe those least responsible for climate change should not bear its greatest burdens.
Community-Centered Action
Communities are not beneficiaries but partners. Local knowledge shapes our work.
Youth Leadership
Young people are not future leaders. They are leaders today.
Education with Purpose
Learning must translate into understanding, responsibility, and action.
Respect for Nature
We recognize nature not as a resource to extract, but as a system we belong to.
What Guides Our Work
Our programs are guided by lived experience, community insight, and a commitment to practical impact. By combining education with action, we work to ensure that environmental knowledge leads to meaningful and lasting change.
