‘Work speaks louder than anything!’: Why is Australia's Nepali community ‘still behind‘?

Raju Adhikari is a scientist and community leader based in Melbourne, Australia.

Raju Adhikari is a scientist and community leader based in Melbourne, Australia. Credit: SBS Nepali/Abhas Parajuli

Melbourne-based scientist Raju Adhikari has been recognised by a 2025 Sir John Monash Award by the City of Monash for his contribution to the community. Adhikari, who is also a community leader, spoke to SBS Nepali about his achievement, the Nepali community's place within Australia's multicultural society, changes he has witnessed over the past three decades and what community members can do to achieve recognition for their contributions.


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Disclaimer: We would like to inform you that the opinions expressed in the segment are those of the talents themselves.


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