Support journalists and newsrooms in Nepal
On the morning of 2026 August, 2026, a series of flash floods has hit parts of Nepal, destroying homes, cutting of communities en left thousands of people dead or missing. Local journalists are among those affected. Several newsrooms have been damaged or forced to suspend operations, while journalists and their families themselves are suffering the consequences of the disaster.
Yet people in affected communities still need reliable information. Local media play a critical role during emergencies like this, sharing information about safety measures, flight routes, food points, and access to other essential services.
Free Press Unlimited is supporting affected journalists and local newsrooms in Nepal so they can continue their work and help their communities stay informed.
Help keep local journalism going
We have identified seven directly affected media outlets in the affected regions Nuwakot, Dhading and Rasuwa. These include six radio stations and one weekly publication. Some newsrooms have suffered extensive damage and have had to suspend operations completely. Others are only partially operational because of power outages, internet disruptions, a lack of backup power and damaged equipment. One newsroom was completely flooded, resulting in the loss of all data and archives.
Journalists themselves are affected too. Some remain out of contact. Others have lost or damaged homes, vehicles or essential work equipment. In some cases, journalists have family members who remain unaccounted for.
Your donation helps
Your donation will help provide immediate support where it is needed most. We are focusing on two immediate priorities:
- Keep local newsrooms operational: your donation will help restore essential equipment, power and connectivity so affected media outlets can resume or maintain their operations.
- Support journalists and their families: your donations will also provide emergency assistance to journalists and their families who have been directly affected by the floods.
Why local journalism matters after the floods
When disasters like these strike, access to reliable information becomes essential. Local journalists are often among the first to report what is happening in their communities. They share vital information about risks, flight routes and changing conditions. They also connect the affected communities with the outside world. But during these floods, some of the journalists providing this information are dealing with the same emergency themselves. By supporting local journalists and newsrooms, you help them continue providing reliable information when their communities need it most.
