September 2, 2026 / News
IHNA Stands With Nepal
Support, care and connection during a difficult time
The recent flash floods affecting Nepal’s Bhotekoshi River have caused significant damage and uncertainty for many families and communities.
For members of the IHNA community who have family, friends or personal connections in Nepal and surrounding affected areas, news like this can feel especially close to home.
At IHNA, our thoughts are with everyone affected.
More importantly, we want our students and staff to know that you do not have to manage this alone. Support is available if you need it.
Caring for Our Community
IHNA is proudly made up of people from many cultures, countries and communities.
When events overseas affect the people we care about, the emotional impact can follow us into our classrooms, workplaces and everyday lives.
We encourage our students and staff to check in with one another, reach out to friends and colleagues, and speak with someone if things are feeling difficult.
Sometimes, even a simple conversation can make a difference.
Support Available at IHNA
On-Campus Counselling
Vishwa Mehta, IHNA’s on-campus counsellor, is available at the Lonsdale Campus every Tuesday for both students and staff.
The service provides a safe and confidential space to talk about anything that may be affecting your wellbeing.
Student Support Team
Students can also contact the IHNA Student Support Team whenever additional guidance or assistance is needed.
Email: studentsupport@ihna.edu.au
Support can also be accessed through the Student Portal or via the Rishi chatbot.
IHNA can also facilitate referrals to professional external support services through Relationship Australia where required, at no cost.
Need Consular Assistance?
For consular assistance, passport enquiries or support relating to family members in Nepal, the Embassy of Nepal in Canberra is the official point of contact.
Embassy of Nepal
Address:
22 Kareelah Vista
O’Malley, Canberra ACT 2606
Telephone: (02) 6286 8006
Consular matters: consular.canberra@mofa.gov.np
Official communications: eoncanberra@mofa.gov.np
Grievance redressal: gunaso.eoncanberra@mofa.gov.np
Website: au.nepalembassy.gov.np
If You Need Someone to Talk To
If you would prefer to speak with someone outside IHNA, support is also available throughout Australia.
Beyond Blue Support Service
Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for brief counselling and mental health support.
In an Emergency
If you or someone around you is in immediate danger or requires urgent assistance, please call 000.
Your Privacy Matters
If you reach out to IHNA for support, any personal information you share will be treated with care and confidentiality in accordance with IHNA’s Privacy Policy and the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).
Information will only be shared where necessary, appropriate or required by law, including situations involving a serious and immediate risk to someone’s safety.
We Are Here for Each Other
At times like this, community matters.
We encourage everyone across IHNA to look out for one another — whether that means checking in with a classmate, sending a message to a colleague, giving someone space to talk, or simply reminding them that support is available.
To our students, staff and families affected by the situation in Nepal: our thoughts are with you, and the IHNA community stands with you.
Caring with Passion means caring beyond the classroom.
