Sekmuri Foundation is a non-partisan and non-profit making organization established in 2024 for the preservation and promotion of Mundhum and Mundhum based cultural heritages of Limbu people chiefly inhabiting in the eastern part of Nepal.
About Sekmuri Foundation.
Sekmuri Foundation is a non-partisan and non-profit making organization established in 2024 for the preservation and promotion of Mundhum and Mundhum based cultural heritages of Limbu people chiefly inhabiting in the eastern part of Nepal. It aims to serve as a platform that brings together diverse stakeholders for the overarching goals of the collective benefit of Limbu community globally. We encourage and conduct research, seminars, and various other programmes in the field of Mundhum, mythology, language, literature, culture, and history of Limbu people, the ancient inhabitants of eastern Nepal.
We are dedicated to fostering a strong sense of cultural pride and heritage preservation within the Limbu community
The Sekmuri Foundation was founded with the primary aim of promoting and preserving the rich heritage of the Limbu people, encompassing their Mundhum traditions, history, culture, art, literature, and language. Through its dedicated efforts, the foundation places a significant focus on producing various forms of literary works, including books, journals, and articles, all centering around the themes of Mundhum, history, culture, art, literature, and language. By actively engaging in the publication and dissemination of these materials, the Foundation seeks to raise awareness within the Limbu community, ensuring that they are well-informed and connected to their heritage. Furthermore, these publications aim to broaden the horizons of knowledge among the Limbu people, offering fresh perspectives and deeper insights into their cultural identity and traditions. Ultimately, the Sekmuri Foundation plays a pivotal role in fostering a strong sense of cultural pride and heritage preservation within the Limbu community, thus contributing to the enrichment and flourishing of their unique cultural legacy.
SEKMURI Foundation: Living and Rising with the Mundhum
Board of Directors
Mr. Bhogendra Lingden
General Secretary
Mr. Tekendra Raj Chemjong
Chairperson
Mr. Prakash Chandra Ningleku
Program Director
Mr. Tulasi Kandangwa
Finance Director
Mr. SM Tumbahangfe
Legal Advisor
Ms. Asmita Subba
Public Relation Director
Mr. Lila Raj Angdembe
Fund Manager
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Mission of Sekmuri Foundation
To collect, preserve, study, exhibit, and encourage promotion and appreciation of the Mundhum based cultural heritages, we encourage and conduct research, seminars, and various other programmes in the field of Mundhum, mythology, language, literature, culture, and history of Limbu community, the ancient inhabitants of eastern Nepal.
Empowerment
We empower marginalized communities by providing resources and support for self-sufficiency and resilience.
Education
We promote education for all by offering access to quality learning opportunities and educational resources.
Health & Well-being
We work to improve health and well-being through accessible healthcare, nutrition, and wellness programs.
Advocacy
We advocate for social justice and human rights, championing policies and practices that foster equality and fairness.
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Semekwa: A folktale popular among Limbu community
Long ago, in the distant hills of Limbuwan, there resided a mother and her daughter in a secluded village surrounded by dense forests. Since the villagers lacked knowledge of agricultural
Amlarifung: A symbol of love
According to the Yakthung Limbu Mundhum, Upon the wish of Tagera Ningwafu Mang, the supreme god, Porokmi Yambhami God created the earth, ocean, sea, rivers, mountains, hills, forests, birds, and
The Origin of Ke(Chyabrung)
According to the Yakthung Limbu Mundhum, a sacred scripture within the Limbu community, the story of Pajaingba, the son of Sodhungen Lepmuhang, is recounted as the one who constructed the
The Origin of Water: A myth popular among Limbu people.
Long ago, amidst a great drought that plagued the earth, all the sources of water began to wither away, plunging the world into a harsh desolation. As the rivers ran
The Dove
Once upon a time, in a quaint village nestled amidst the rolling hills, there resided a man and his beloved wife, their happiness palpable in the air that surrounded them.
A Myth on Kakfekwa Tangnam
Kakfekwa Tangnam holds a significant place as a grand festival within the Yakthung Limbu community, traditionally falling in the midst of January as per the Gregorian calendar. Given the Limbu
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