Somnath Ghimire

Executive Secretary

Somnath Ghimire, also known as “Sam,” is a prominent Nepali American community leader and activist who has achieved several significant milestones. He was the first Nepali American to receive the Humanitarian Award Global 2023 in Accra, Ghana, and the South Asian Activist of the Year 2023 by the oldest South Asian Democratic Club. Additionally, he became the first unopposed Nepali American Judicial Delegate elected to the NYS 11th Judicial District Democratic Party and the first to receive the AAPI Distinguished Leadership Award 2024.

Ghimire is actively involved in various leadership roles, including as a member of NYC Community Board #2, an Honorary Member of NRNA NCC USA, and the International Affairs Adviser to the Mayor of Biratnagar, Nepal’s second-largest city. He also serves as the Director of SAFA-NYS, Vice President of ASAAL National Committee, Vice President of the New American Democratic Club, and President of the GPK Foundation America. His work has been recognized in various media outlets, reflecting his deep commitment to community service and advocacy.