Over 5 exciting days, our young participants brought their creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurial spirit to life. Through dedication and teamwork, one exceptional team stood out as the winner of SEED 2025!  Beyond innovation, participants also took part in training on the Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA), reinforcing not only skills for entrepreneurship but…

We’re thrilled to kick off the Student Empowerment through Entrepreneurship Development (SEED) Programme 2025 at NIZC Thimphu! This isn’t just another training. It’s about youth power, fresh ideas, and building brighter futures. ✨ What SEED is all about: Empowering young people, especially those in need, with skills that truly matter Creating flexible learning spaces where…

We have successfully concluded the SEED Programme 2025 at NIZC!  Over the 5 days, young participants showcased their creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurial spirit. After much dedication and teamwork, one outstanding team emerged as the winner of SEED 2025! Alongside the programme, participants also received important training on Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA), ensuring…

The Forest Ecopreneurs Demo Day, the Final Pitching and Showcase Event of Bhutan’s first edition of the SAFE Incubation Program on 26 September 2025. This event marked the culmination of six months of intensive mentorship, business development support, and technical guidance, enabling entrepreneurs to transform their ideas into innovative, sustainable, and socially impactful ventures. From…

The Loden Foundation warmly congratulates the newly selected entrepreneurs and wishes them every success as they embark on their entrepreneurial journey. We extend our heartfelt appreciation to the DoEE, Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Employment (MoICE), and the Society Switzerland Bhutan for their continued partnership and support, which play a crucial role in helping aspiring…

We were honored to welcome Mr. Samuel Bassan Moreton to our Thimphu office recently. His visit provided a valuable opportunity to engage with the Loden team and share our mission of promoting education, supporting entrepreneurship, and preserving Bhutan’s cultural heritage. Along with thoughtful discussions on potential collaborations and future initiatives, Mr. Moreton made a generous…

From 9–11 August 2025, the Loden Education Initiative, in partnership with FAO, WFF Bhutan Chapter, SSB, and Impact Hub, brought together young innovators from CNR, GCIT, Druk School, and RTC at Royal Thimphu College to co-create tech-driven solutions for a more sustainable agricultural future. Winner: AgroConnect Bhutan – a digital marketplace bridging farmers with buyers…

We are delighted to announce that Mr. Pema Tshering has joined the Loden Foundation as our new Executive Director, effective today. Mr. Pema brings over 23 years of experience across both government and private sectors, with a strong background in education leadership and programme management. He has previously served as Principal at various schools…

6 June 2025, Thimphu: The 2025 cohort of the Springboard Plus Programme, a six-month seed accelerator for early-stage startups, came to an inspiring close with an award ceremony that celebrated 8 promising youth-led startups in Bhutan. The programme is led by the Department of Employment and Entrepreneurship under the Ministry of Industry, Commerce, and Employment.…

On 24 May 2025, the Loden Foundation observed its 26th Foundation Day at the NRDCL Conference Hall. What unfolded was more than a formal event; it was a heartfelt gathering of friends, partners, and well-wishers who have walked alongside Loden through the years. The day began with traditional prayers and the offering of butter lamps,…

The Loden Foundation is pleased to announce the launch of the Forest Ecopreneurs Incubation Program 2025 in Bhutan: a programme designed to support aspiring entrepreneurs who are passionate about protecting our forests and creating sustainable businesses that benefit both people and the planet. This global initiative is led by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)…

The Basic Social Entrepreneurship (BSE) Training successfully empowered community-led organizations with the knowledge and skills needed to establish sustainable social enterprises. This initiative was part of the Sustainability of HIV Services for Key Populations in Southeast Asia (SKPA-2) project under the Save the Children Bhutan Country Office. Funded by the Global Fund, with Health Equity…