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6,000+
Individuals Directly Served
Cancer patients, caregivers, families, and individuals supported through DCF programs and initiatives.
NON-PROFIT • NATIONWIDE • SINCE 2017
Courage to Heal.
Strength to Hope.
Providing psychosocial, emotional, and practical support to cancer patients and families across Nepal.
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ABOUT US
Welcome to Dhairya Cancer Foundation
Dhairya Cancer Foundation (DCF) is a non-profit nationwide social organization based in Nepal. Founded by Terisa Tamang in November 2017, we are dedicated to providing practical, emotional, and social support to people with cancer and their families.
In Nepal, misconceptions about cancer persist, and patients often face stigma and isolation alongside their illness. Hospital-based data across major hospitals in Nepal recorded over 57,000 new cancer cases between 2015 and 2020 alone, with cases continuing to rise each year, affecting slightly more women than men.
Cancer is the second leading cause of death worldwide, with approximately 70% of deaths occurring in low- and middle-income countries. Poverty, limited education, and unequal access to care mean many cancer patients in Nepal struggle not only with the disease itself, but with maintaining dignity and quality of life throughout treatment
Our Impact
Since 2017, Dhairya Cancer Foundation has been working to bring hope, care, and support to cancer patients and their families across Nepal.
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24,000+
Reached Through Awareness
People reached through cancer awareness, education, mental health, and community outreach programs.
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4+
Districts Reached
Extending education, care, and emotional support to communities across multiple districts of Nepal.
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8
Years of Service
Working continuously since 2017 to provide dignity, courage, care, and hope to people affected by cancer.
Terisa Tamang, Founder & President
FOUNDER'S MESSAGE
“No one should have to face cancer alone.”
Dhairya Cancer Foundation was created with a simple but powerful belief: every person facing cancer deserves compassion, support, and dignity. Our mission is to support patients and their families through awareness, emotional care, education, and community support while building a society that treats every cancer patient with respect and hope.
DCF Care Model
Psycho-oncology & Community Support
Our Programs
Care That Goes Beyond Medicine
Support Areas
Programs Designed Around Patients, Families & Communities
Explore the major ways Dhairya Cancer Foundation supports cancer patients, caregivers, youth, and communities through awareness, emotional care, and outreach.
Mental Health & Emotional Support
Cancer affects the mind as deeply as the body. We create safe spaces for patients and caregivers to speak openly about fear, stress, and hope.
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Cancer Awareness & Education
Many cancers can be treated successfully when detected early. We organize school, college, and community awareness programs to educate people.
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Threads of Hope
Guided knitting and crochet sessions create a mindful, supportive space where cancer caregivers can connect, focus, and care for their emotional well-being.
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