Sathi Sewa
🌿 Sathi Sewa: Bridging the Language Gap, Empowering the Community
Sathi Sewa is a heart-led initiative founded by dedicated members of the Himalayan Sherpa Club along with like-minded individuals who are passionate about uplifting the Nepali community in the Bay Area. Recognizing the challenges faced by many Nepali immigrants—especially in navigating the healthcare system due to language barriers—Sathi Sewa was born as a response to a deeply felt need within the community.
🌱 Our Story
Sathi Sewa began with a group of volunteers from the Himalayan Sherpa Club based in Sonoma who saw a recurring issue: Nepali-speaking community members were struggling to access healthcare, understand medical instructions, and communicate effectively with doctors due to a lack of language support.
These barriers not only created confusion but also placed lives at risk. From this shared concern grew a mission—to become the helping hand that stands beside individuals as they journey through complex healthcare systems. “Sathi” means “friend” in Nepali, and true to its name, Sathi Sewa serves as a supportive friend, walking alongside community members with compassion, understanding, and care.
💡 Our Vision
A world where language is never a barrier to quality healthcare.
🤝 Our Mission
To empower the Nepali community by:
Providing accessible and culturally sensitive health education.
Offering free translation and interpretation support during medical visits.
Connecting individuals with critical health and wellness resources.
Advocating for a more inclusive healthcare environment.
🛠️ Our Services
Medical Translation & Interpretation
Need help understanding a doctor’s instructions, filling out forms, or talking to a healthcare provider? We offer free medical translation and interpretation support, so you can attend your appointments with confidence and peace of mind.
Health Education Workshops
We host workshops in Nepali on important topics such as diabetes, high blood pressure, stress management, and more. These sessions are designed to be culturally relevant, easy to understand, and practical for everyday use.
Community Resource Support
Sathi Sewa goes beyond translation. We also help connect our community members to:
Free clinics and medical check-ups
Mental health resources
Local wellness programs
Advocacy and support groups
Sathi Sewa is more than a service—it’s a movement of compassion and empowerment. Together, we’re building a healthier, more informed, and united Nepali community in the Bay Area.
If you’re looking for support, or would like to volunteer, please reach out. We’re here to help—always.
Meet The Team
Yangjum Sherpa, BS
Molecular & Cell Biology, UC Santa Cruz 2022
Pemba Lhaki Sherpa BS
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology, UC Davis 2022
Nima Nuru Sherpa, BS
Global Disease Biology, UC Davis 2022
Tenzing Sherpa, BA
Molecular & Cell Biology, UC Berkeley 2023