Lalitpur, January 6, 2026 — The Hult Prize at IOE, Pulchowk Campus, in collaboration with Hima Aus Offshore, successfully concluded the second session of its Talk Series on Design Thinking and Human-Centered Innovation yesterday at Embark College in Pulchowk. The workshop, held from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM, attracted students and social impact enthusiasts eager to learn about empathy-driven design.
The session featured Samaya Khadka, CEO of Sharing Opportunities and a renowned changemaker in Nepal's youth empowerment sector, as the guest speaker. Khadka shared his extensive experience, spanning over eight years as a trainer and facilitator, to guide participants through the principles of design thinking and user-focused innovation.
As a co-founder of COVID Connect Nepal and the current CEO of Sharing Opportunities, Samaya Khadka has established himself as a leader in connecting young people with meaningful career opportunities. His expertise includes leadership development, problem-solving, and design thinking, and he has led more than 40 sessions for diverse audiences, ranging from local Nepali communities to international institutions, including MIT. He has also contributed to academic discourse through co-authored papers on design thinking and innovation.
The interactive session provided participants with practical insights into crafting solutions that address real community needs. Attendees explored how human-centered design can transform ideas into impactful social enterprises, with particular emphasis on understanding target users and refining concepts grounded in genuine user experiences.
The workshop proved especially valuable for participants preparing for the Hult Prize Challenge 2026, offering them a framework for developing innovative, user-focused entrepreneurial solutions. The emphasis on empathy-driven design equipped attendees with the tools needed to ensure their products and services genuinely resonate with their target communities.
This event reflects the ongoing commitment of Hult Prize at IOE, Pulchowk Campus to foster social entrepreneurship and equip young innovators with practical skills for creating meaningful impact.
