Our Mission
To protect the rights and dignity of institutional school teachers while promoting excellence in education through professional advocacy, collaboration, and capacity development.
Institutional School Teachers · Est. 2060 BS
United Voice of Institutional School Teachers Across Nepal
ISTU Nepal is an institutional school teachers' union dedicated to protecting the rights, welfare, dignity, and professional growth of institutional school teachers while contributing to quality education throughout Nepal.
- 5,000+ teachers connected
- Reach across 77 districts
- Established 2060 BS
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About ISTU Nepal
A collective platform for institutional school teachers
ISTU Nepal represents teachers and educational staff working in institutional and private schools across the country. We advocate for fair employment, support professional growth, and work with stakeholders to improve the quality of education.
- Advocates for fair employment and working conditions
- Supports continuous professional development
- Collaborates with educational stakeholders nationwide
Institutional School Teachers' Union Nepal
United Voice of Institutional School Teachers Across Nepal.
- Established
- 2060 BS
- District reach
- 77 districts
- Members
- 5,000+
Purpose
Guided by mission and vision
Everything we do is anchored in a clear purpose for the teaching community of Nepal.
Our Vision
A respected and empowered teaching community contributing to a high-quality and equitable education system in Nepal.
What we work toward
Our objectives
Twelve clear commitments that shape our advocacy and programs.
Protect Rights
Protect teachers' professional rights and interests.
Fair Compensation
Advocate for fair salaries and benefits.
Service Conditions
Improve service conditions for educators.
Quality Education
Promote quality education nationwide.
Professional Excellence
Encourage professional excellence in teaching.
Job Security
Ensure job security for teachers.
How we support members
Core services
Comprehensive support and representation across five core areas.
Teacher Advocacy
We stand firmly behind our members, offering professional representation to protect employment rights and champion equitable treatment in every workplace.
- Employment rights support
- Salary and benefit advocacy
- Workplace condition representation
- Professional concern resolution
Professional Development
Continuous learning opportunities designed to elevate pedagogical standards and adapt to evolving educational methodologies.
- Training programs
- Workshops
- Seminars
- Skill enhancement opportunities
Educational Policy Engagement
Active participation in shaping national educational reforms so the voices of institutional teachers influence policy outcomes.
- Participation in educational reforms
- Policy discussions and consultations
- Contribution to education laws and initiatives
Nationwide presence
Local roots, national strength
Our network spans the entire country, providing localized support while maintaining a unified national voice for institutional teachers.
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districts reached
Local Level
Direct support and mediation within your municipality and school.
Provincial Level
Advocating for standardized policies and equitable resources across provinces.
National Level
Influencing federal education legislation and nationwide welfare programs.
Leadership
Dedicated to serving teachers
Meet the individuals guiding ISTU Nepal's mission to support and advocate for institutional school teachers.
Hom Kumar Thapa
President
Leads the vision and strategic direction of the union, ensuring the rights and welfare of all institutional teachers are upheld.
Bhupal Upreti
General Secretary
Manages the daily operations, administration, and internal communications of the union across all districts.
Sukra Raj Adhikari
Central Committee Member
Represents member interests and assists in the formulation of key union policies and advocacy campaigns.
Affiliations & partners
Stronger through solidarity
We work with national and international bodies to strengthen the rights, welfare, and professional development of teachers in Nepal.
EI
Education International
The global voice of teachers and education workers, representing over 32 million members worldwide.
Learn moreCNT
Confederation of Nepalese Teachers
The unified umbrella organization of teachers and school employees across Nepal.
Learn moreSTF
SAARC Teachers' Federation
Regional cooperation body promoting solidarity among teachers in South Asian countries.
Learn moreStand together for better education
Join ISTU Nepal today and be part of a nationwide movement to secure teachers' rights and elevate the teaching profession.