Written by: Prasoon Man Shrestha - 2022015, Grade X
Posted on: 16 September, 2020
Metal for Nepal is a non-profit organization that aims to bring the global metal and arts together to tackle the humanitarian crisis in Nepal. Metal for Nepal originally stated in 2015 when the 8.1 Richter scale earthquake hit Nepal. Many schools and houses were severely damaged because of the earthquake.
Many bands from Nepal and other countries helped Metal for Nepal to raise money by doing charity concerts and selling merchandise. Metal for Nepal helped rebuild 300 houses in Kerabari village, Gorkha. They are still trying to rebuild and reestablish the damaged schools as there is still a high school dropout rate. They are currently focused on COVID-19 relief efforts. They recently distributed rations to the Chepang community. Chepang community is one of the backward communities in Nepal in terms of quality of life as they were already facing problems with health facilities before COVID-19. They also distributed rations in Kathmandu. The pandemic forced the capital to completely shut down. There are a lot of people in Kathmandu who survive off day to day wages. Many people are starving because of a lack of income. Metal for Nepal is distributing rations and foods to the people who don't have any food and income.
There is a misunderstanding that most of the metalheads are bad people who are aggressive and alcoholics. But Metal for Nepal proves this point wrong as they are spreading help, love, and positivity. Metalheads around the world are united to fight the current COVID pandemic. One of the most popular Thrash Metal American bands “Testament” is also helping Metal for Nepal to raise money. People can donate to the charity on their official website.
