Dr. Laxmi Tamang, a distinguished public health professional from Nepal’s indigenous marginalized ethnic community, holds a Ph.D. in Gender Power Relations in Sexual and Reproductive Health from the University of Sydney, Australia. With over 20 years of experience in the development sector, she is a trailblazer in evidence-based advocacy, training, and translating policy into actionable practice.
Dr. Tamang has held pivotal leadership and management roles, driving the strategic vision of national and international organizations. As a co-founder of the Midwives Association of Nepal (Midwifery Society of Nepal) and a founding board member of the Community Leadership Foundation Nepal, she has been instrumental in championing women’s health and empowerment. Currently, she represents the South-East Asia region as a board member of the International Confederation of Midwives and serves as Vice Chairperson of the women-led network organization, Beyond Beijing Committee Nepal. Her work focuses on advancing sexual, reproductive, maternal, and adolescent health while promoting women’s rights and gender equality.
A passionate advocate for midwifery, Dr. Tamang has collaborated with the Government of Nepal to establish and strengthen the midwifery profession. She is committed to fostering a culture of evidence-based decision-making, both in-person and through social media platforms. With a background in nursing, a Master’s degree in Public Health from the University of New South Wales, and a Ph.D., Dr. Tamang bridges the gap between communities and donors. Her notable achievements include facilitating land acquisition in Ghyangphedi to establish the Ghyangphedi Girls Empowerment Center in partnership with the Creative Red Panda Women’s Group and Compass Rose International.
Since earning her doctorate in 2015, Dr. Tamang has devoted herself as a full-time volunteer, excelling in coordination, networking, and collaboration to create meaningful, lasting impacts in her community and beyond.