The 47th Board Meeting of the Tarayana Foundation was held at the Tarayana Centre on 27 October 2026, graciously chaired by the Hon’ble Founding President, Her Majesty Gyalyum Dorji Wangmo Wangchuck. Her Royal Highness Princess Sonam Dechan Wangchuck attended the meeting alongside esteemed members of the Board and Executive Committee.
Reviewing Progress and Achievements
The Board reviewed the progress and achievements of the Tarayana Foundation and its sister organizations since the previous Board meeting. These included Tarayana MicroFinance for Rural Development, the Tarayana Centre for Research and Development, Bhutan Echoes, and Bhutan TSHAR Institute.
The discussions provided an opportunity to reflect on the work accomplished, review ongoing initiatives, and consider the Foundation’s future priorities.
Strengthening Partnerships
The meeting also welcomed Dr. Lindsay Skog, Executive Director of the Karuna Foundation, who met with the Board members. The Hon’ble Chair expressed her sincere appreciation to the Karuna Foundation for its valued support to the Tarayana Foundation.
Recognising the Dedication of the Tarayana Family
Her Majesty conveyed her heartfelt appreciation to every member of the Tarayana family for their dedication, compassion, and selfless service to communities across Bhutan. She particularly commended the Field Officers and Sanam Jabchorpas, whose tireless efforts on the ground continue to make a meaningful difference in the lives of rural communities.
The meeting concluded with fruitful discussions on the organisation’s future direction, reaffirming the Foundation’s continued commitment to serving communities and advancing its mission across Bhutan.