Deepak Raj Sapkota, the Executive Director of Karuna
Foundation Nepal and Honorary Consul of the Netherlands to Nepal, is a distinguished advocate for child welfare and inclusive development. Serving as a key member of the Central Child Justice Committee of Nepal, his extensive career includes leadership roles at Karuna Foundation Netherlands and the Association of International Non-Governmental Organizations in Nepal. With eight years at the Nepal Children’s Organization and a pioneering term as the first Executive Director of the Central Child Welfare Board, Deepak brings unparalleled expertise to the field. His areas of impact span children’s rights, disability prevention, community-based rehabilitation, public health, and inclusive development policymaking. He holds a Masters in Advanced Studies in Children’s Rights from the University of Fribourg, Switzerland. Mr. Sapkota seamlessly blends academic rigor with hands-on experience, making him an invaluable keynote speaker for the International Conference on Child Protection, sharing insights and perspectives crucial for advancing the cause of child wellbeing globally.