Anuradha Koirala

Anuradha Koirala, born on October 13, 1949, in Kathmandu, Nepal, is a Nepalese social entrepreneur and anti-human trafficking activist. She is the founder of Maiti Nepal, an organization dedicated to combating human trafficking and supporting survivors. Koirala has been recognized internationally for her work, including receiving the CNN Hero of the Year award in 2010. Through Maiti Nepal, she has helped rescue and rehabilitate thousands of trafficking victims. Her organization provides shelter, legal aid, and vocational training to survivors. She was also nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize and has received numerous international awards for her humanitarian work.