Stories for institutions that want to be understood.
I'm a strategic communications and public affairs professional in Kathmandu. I write, photograph, build campaigns and take the microphone, across corporate, media, education, culture and development.
- Working at
- Chaudhary Group, as Communications and PR Specialist
- Fellowship
- Media Action Nepal- Media Fellow
- Studying
- MBA in Digital Media, London Metropolitan University
- Founder and Executive Manager
- Kagaj Ko Katha- a collective
Journalism
Reporting, editing and research I've published. Each headline links to the original.
Newsroom
- The Kathmandu Post
Fiction, Culture & Lifestyle, Social Commentary2013-PresentI have been a contributor to the Kathmandu Post since middle school. Later, I also joined the team as a Sub-Editor/Reporter. Currently, I contribute freelance articles
- Nepal News
Opinions2026Socio-political commentaries
- Nepal Literature Festival
Interviews2022-2026Conversations with authors, speakers and cultural figures.
- Setopati
Opinions2022 onwardsNepali opinion pieces
- Substack
Self2025 onwardsExploring my personal niche
Research and analysis
- Journal article
Literary studies2025Trauma and Representation in Sylvia Plath's Ariel
A literary analysis of trauma theory and confessional poetry.
- Research
Media studies2022Digital Media and the Nature Conservation Movement in Nepal
How digital advocacy shapes environmental communication.
- Policy review
Education2023Nepal Compulsory and Free Education Act (2018)
An analytical review of implementation and access.
- National Policy Forum
Public articlesAutumn 2024Marijuana in Nepal: Weighing Costs and Benefits
The process of legalizing and regulating marijuana involves substantial legal and administrative costs. Governments need to invest in regulatory agencies, law enforcement training, and monitoring systems. In Nepal where resources are limited, the economic burden of creating and enforcing these regulations might outweigh the financial benefits of taxation and sales.
Photography
I photograph people, places, and the stories that unfold in everyday life, capturing moments that often go unnoticed. My work explores the intersection of visual storytelling, culture, and human experience, using photography to tell stories that connect, move, and inspire.
Digital media and storytelling
Four organisations, four audiences. Choose one to see what I made there.
Chaudhary Group
Storytelling for Chaudhary Foundation's initiatives and impact programmes, written for corporate communications.
What I make
- Digital content and project narratives
- Newsletters and impact stories
- Media relations and corporate event communication
Result: Working on multiple CSR and corporate communications projects
Ullens School Kathmandu
One institutional voice across internal and external platforms, aligned with the school's vision.
What I make
- Newsletters, press releases and event narratives
- Stories documenting student experiences, milestones and school culture
- Branding across print, digital and public-facing channels
- Communication plans for high-visibility events
Result: Social Media Followers and Engagment increased by 60%
UNESCO Office in Kathmandu
Communication support for awareness campaigns and programme visibility.
What I make
- Campaign materials for awareness and visibility
- Briefs, reports and public updates for partners
- Communication for workshops, advocacy programmes and events
- The communication archive and documentation system
Result: Over 10 Communication materials created
https://www.unesco.org/en/fieldoffice/kathmandu
Nepal Literature Festival
Communications for one of Nepal's leading literary festivals.
What I make
- Media coordination and press engagement
- Interviews with authors, speakers and cultural figures
- Digital campaigns that built audience engagement
- Long-term relationships with media and partners
Result: Multiple campaigns, interviews and events
Beyond these four, I founded Kagaj Ko Katha, a youth storytelling and reading initiative that grew out of my U.S. Embassy Book Bus fellowship. Visit Kagaj Ko Katha
Moderation, oratory and emceeing
I've spoken competitively for Nepal and hosted rooms at home. Here's the running order.
- Moderator
FinePrint Fever Chitwan, Media Talk Series (St. Xavier's College)Subin Bhattarai, Shehan Karunatilaka, Suketu Mehta, Rohini Rana, Sonia Awale, Shrayana Bhattacharya, Janice Pariat, among others.
2022-Present - Adjudicator
Chief panel and adjudication roles in competitive debateJudging, motion setting and adjudicator training support
2017-2025 - Emcee
FreelanceScript Design, Event facilitation
2015-Present
On stage
- 2022Winner, Khalti Talking Titans Season 2
- 2022Silver Medal, Ambassador of Pakistan Speech Competition
- 2018Nepal's representative at the World Schools Debating Championship
About
Mimamsha Dhungel is a Nepali communications professional, writer, photographer, and creative storyteller based in Kathmandu. Her work moves across communications, media, literature, and public engagement, exploring how stories shape the way people understand institutions, communities, and one another.
Rooted in a background in journalism, literature, and strategic communications, Mimamsha is drawn to storytelling in its many forms. Whether through writing, visual narratives, conversations, or communication campaigns, she is interested in making complex ideas accessible and creating meaningful connections between people and the stories that matter to them. Her work is guided by a belief that communication is not merely about visibility, but about understanding, empathy, and engagement.
Much of Mimamsha's creative practice is informed by her love for literature, photography, and cultural dialogue. She is particularly interested in the intersection of personal narratives and larger social conversations, and in the ways stories can foster curiosity, reflection, and community. This interest led her to found Kagaj Ko Katha, a reading and storytelling community that brings people together through books, ideas, and shared conversations.
Alongside her professional work, she continues to explore storytelling through writing, photography, and community initiatives. Through each of these mediums, she seeks to document moments, amplify voices, and create spaces where people can connect with ideas, experiences, and each other.
- Communication and media
- Strategic communication, editorial writing, media relations, public storytelling
- Digital and design
- Canva, photography, basic video editing, MS Office
- Research and facilitation
- Qualitative research, workshop facilitation, public speaking and moderation
- Languages
- English, Nepali, Hindi, German
Fellowships and awards
- 2025 onMedia Fellow, Media Action Nepal
- 2024 to 25Book Bus Fellow, U.S. Embassy Book Bus Nepal
- 2025Fr. Allan Starr, S.J. Memorial Award for excellence in extra-curricular activities
- 2022 to 25Academic Excellence Scholarship, St. Xavier's College
- 2018Fr. Eugene L. Memorial Award, Student of the Batch
Education
- 2026 onMBA in Digital Media, London Metropolitan University (via Islington College)
- 2021 to 25BA in Journalism, Mass Communication and English Literature, St. Xavier's College
- 2022 to 23Online semester in Civilization and Cosmopolitan Studies, Ritsumeikan University, Kyoto
Experience
- August 2026 to presentCommunications and Public Relations SpecialistChaudhary Group, KathmanduStorytelling, digital content and media relations
- July 2025 to July 2026Communications OfficerUllens School KathmanduInstitutional communication strategy, newsletters, press and events.
- April 2025 to June 2025Communication and Information (Programmes) InternUNESCO Office in KathmanduCampaign materials, stakeholder engagement, briefs and reports.
- October 2024 to July 2025Fellow, Book Bus ProgrammeU.S. Embassy Book Bus NepalLiteracy, mental health and human-centered design sessions in schools.
- September 2024 to October 2025Vice Chair and Director of CommunicationsDebate Network NepalOrganisation-wide communication strategy, digital platforms and partnerships.
- August 2024 to October 2024Research InternNational Policy ForumPolicy research, analytical briefs and public-facing articles.
- January 2023 to April 2023Sub-Editor and ReporterThe Kathmandu PostEdited and reported across the Social, Culture and Lifestyle sections.
- November 2022 to April 2025Communications Coordinator (seasonal)Nepal Literature Festival, PokharaMedia coordination, author interviews and digital campaigns.
Contact
For communications, writing, photography, hosting or speaking work, write to me.
dhungelmimamsha@gmail.com- https://www.linkedin.com/in/mimamshadhungel/
- Kagaj Ko Katha
- Kathmandu, Nepal