BOSTON– In a remarkable intersection of local leadership and global advocacy, City Realty Group’s nonprofit City Kids welcomed Indira Ranamagar, an internationally recognized human rights champion and Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives of Nepal, for an inspirational visit to Boston that left a lasting impression on local youth.
Organized in collaboration with Boston City Councilor Erin Murphy of Dorchester, the event brought Ranamagar together with a group of Boston teens interning at City Hall, offering them a rare, up-close look into the global fight for justice, democracy, and children’s rights.
Ranamagar is the founder of PA Nepal (Prisoners Assistance Nepal), a nonprofit that has rescued over 1,000 children forced to live in Nepal’s overcrowded prisons with their incarcerated parents. Her life’s work—rooted in personal hardship and courage—has helped rewrite the future for some of Nepal’s most vulnerable children. Through PA Nepal, rescued children are placed in safe homes, educated, and taught life skills, including agriculture and animal care.
The Boston youth listened intently as Indira shared her story of growing up in deep poverty, fighting for the right to attend school, and ultimately dedicating her life to children born into cycles of incarceration. She also spoke candidly about the risks she’s faced advocating for humane treatment of prisoners and their children in Nepal, particularly women.
“This was more than just a visit—it was a life lesson in courage, resilience, and the global reach of justice,” said Stephen Whalen, co-founder of City Kids and Managing Partner of City Realty Group, who hosted Indira during her time in Boston. “Our hope is that these young people walk away with a deeper understanding of what it means to stand up for others—and how one voice can create extraordinary change.”
The conversation also included an engaging dialogue between Ranamagar and Councilor Murphy about the shared democratic challenges faced by Nepal and the United States, and the opportunities for learning across cultures and continents.
“It was a pleasure meeting with Councilor Murphy, who is a strong advocate for community development,” said Indira. “We had a meaningful conversation about democracy—both its challenges and its power—and what our countries can learn from one another.”
Pralhad KC, Honorary Consul of Nepal, also attended the gathering, further underscoring the international significance of the event.
City Kids has been a long-time supporter of Indira and PA Nepal, recently funding the creation of a new computer lab at one of the organization’s homes and providing additional support to further the mission.
Founded by Fred Starikov and Stephen Whalen, City Kids is committed to sparking intellectual curiosity, empathy, and global awareness in Boston youth. This latest event exemplifies how local initiatives can connect young people to global movements, encouraging them to lead with purpose, compassion, and courage.
