Shilpa Dhungel is a blind social activist based in Kathmandu, originally from Dhangadhi. She is a psychosocial counselor and the founder of Gratitude Nepal. With nearly a decade of experience in the nonprofit sector, she has worked extensively with women-led and disability-led organizations. Shilpa is also a skilled trainer, passionate about women’s empowerment, mental health, soft skills, and the arts. Beyond her professional work, she loves practicing spirituality, learning new things, writing and listening to diverse stories, and embracing self-love. She believes deeply in inclusive equality and empathy as guiding principles for her life and work.