Zrinka & Caitlin’s Journey to Girls INpowerment Center in Nepal
A mother and daughter’s firsthand look at the life-changing power of education and support
This past November, my daughter and I had the extraordinary opportunity to travel to Nepal to visit the Girl’s Empowerment Centre established by Compass Rose International. Even now, it’s difficult to fully capture what that experience meant to us.
Nepal immerses you completely. The culture, the people, the colors, the rhythm of daily life — nothing compares. Everywhere we turned, we were surrounded by breathtaking mountains and raw, untouched beauty. Our group even chose to take a helicopter flight around Mount Everest — a moment that still feels surreal. Seeing the highest peak in the world up close is something words simply cannot do justice.
But as awe-inspiring as the landscape was, the true heart of this trip was found within the walls of the Empowerment Centre.
You can hear that 40+ girls live there. You can read about the mission. But nothing prepares you for sitting beside them, listening to their stories, sharing meals, laughter, culture, and connection. It is in those quiet conversations and joyful moments that the purpose of Compass Rose International truly comes alive.
The Nepal journey through Compass Rose International is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience. It changed how I see the world, and because of that, I wholeheartedly encourage anyone considering it to take the leap. Being there — fully present — is something you will carry with you forever.
