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In 2017, Round Table Italy 35 Treviso, with the support of the Round Table Italy Foundation, contributed to the restoration of a historic fresco depicting Saint Michael the Archangel defeating Satan, returning to the city a masterpiece of immense artistic and spiritual value.

The fresco is attributed to the school of Tomaso da Modena (14th century) and is located on a column of the Temple of San Nicolò in Treviso.

The subject of the fresco—Saint Michael triumphing over Satan—was chosen not only for its refined artistic quality and intensity, but also because it represents, in a powerful metaphor, the force of good conquering evil. For centuries, the work was exposed to devotion and had a true liturgical function, becoming a part of the city’s religious life.

The Restoration

The restoration was entrusted to Treviso restorer Benedetta F. Lopez Bani, whose meticulous work included:

• • Delicate cleaning of the pictorial surface
  • Removal of harmful materials that could accelerate deterioration
  • Selective retouching with watercolor, carried out under the guidance of the Superintendency

The passage of time had not been kind to the fresco—its colors had faded, and it bore marks of vandalism. Thanks to the intervention, the fresco has regained its original brilliance, intensity, and dignity, becoming once again a radiant symbol for the community.

Cultural Value

The San Michele fresco is more than an artwork; it is a symbol of good triumphing over evil and an enduring source of devotion for Treviso. With this project, Round Table demonstrates that service extends beyond charity alone—it also means valuing and protecting cultural heritage for future generations.

Round Table’s Contribution

Round Table 35 Treviso, together with the Round Table Italy Foundation, proudly supported this cultural restoration, reaffirming the association’s commitment to safeguarding local heritage. This effort shows that making a difference can also mean preserving the identity, history, and beauty of our cities.

Acknowledgements

Special thanks to the Round Table Treviso members whose dedication made this project possible:

• • Marino Paro
  • Alessandro Tesser
  • Michele Nadai
  • Diego Dall’Armellina
  • Marco Pasetto

A heartfelt acknowledgment was also expressed by Giulio Marchesoni, Past President of Round Table Treviso (2017/2018), for their invaluable collaboration and service spirit.

Share your style was a Round Table International service project held in the year 2022/2023. The following is the announcement circulated by then CSO, Daniele Cusi:

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Compassion always looks cool! - it’s time to start our annual project under the Purging Poverty pillar. From the month of July, continuing all year long, it’s time to make a difference and

 

School Exercise Book distribution program at Samota Model High School, Mirpur, Dhaka. Jointly arranged by Round Table Bangladesh & Round Table Italy.This project is to help the students develop their writing skill and complete there given tasks from their class teachers.

Association: Round Table Nepal
Category: Service Project
Status: Ongoing

Educate a Child is a major service project undertaken by RT Nepal,with the goal of reshaping the educational landscape of Nepal. “Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today.”

Launched in 2016, Educate A Child (EAC) provides consistent educational support to underprivileged children, ensuring they can continue their studies through high school—regardless of financial barriers, with the belief that ” Education has the power to change lives.” 

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Year-on-Year Impact

Year	Students Sponsored
2023	1,054
2024	1,211
2025	1,111

This year, RTNP has reached a remarkable milestone by sponsoring 1,111 students across Nepal for the 2025 academic year under the Educate A Child program.

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Education Beyond Barriers

The EAC program ensures that children from economically disadvantaged backgrounds are not forced to abandon their dreams due to a lack of resources.
Instead, they are empowered to excel, thrive, and emerge as future leaders of Nepal.

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A Nationwide Celebration

To commemorate the 2025 milestone, Round Table Nepal organized 11 simultaneous programs across 9 cities on May 9, 2025. These cities included:
Butwal, Biratnagar, Bhairawa, Birgunj, Chitwan, Dhangadi, Janakpur, Kathmandu, and Nepalgunj.

These events went beyond scholarship distribution—they celebrated a shared vision of a Nepal where every child has access to quality education.

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A Broader Educational Movement

RTNP’s commitment to education extends far beyond financial aid.

Through its Freedom Through Education (FTE) initiative, Round Table Nepal has:

• • Built classrooms, libraries, and toilet blocks for underserved schools
  • Introduced the Model School concept with facilities like:
    • Science labs
    • Computer labs
    • Libraries
    • Playgrounds
  • Prioritized teacher development through the Train the Teachers program

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“We’re not just giving scholarships—we’re investing in future changemakers.”
— Tr. Pravesh Agrawal, President, Round Table Nepal

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A Legacy in Motion

Round Table Nepal is building more than schools—it’s building a movement.
Through Educate A Child, RTNP is shaping a generation equipped with knowledge, hope, confidence, and opportunity.

This program proves that when communities unite with purpose, the impact doesn’t just last a year—it lasts for generations.

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Association: Round Table Nepal
Category: Service Project
Status: Ongoing

Project Care is a major service project undertaken by RT Nepal, with the tag lines:

“Each recycled page tells two stories—one of a tree saved and one of a dream sustained.”

“Recycling for the Planet. Funding for the Future.”

“Donate old Papers — Educate a Child.”

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In a world increasingly threatened by environmental degradation and widening educational gaps, Round Table Nepal has launched an inspiring movement that tackles two challenges: Saving Trees, and Sustaining Dreams.

This initiative champions sustainability and social equity by converting discarded paper into opportunity—for the planet, and for Nepal’s underserved children.

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The Problem

Burning paper is still a common method of waste disposal in many communities. But this practice:

• • Pollutes the environment
  • Destroys a valuable recyclable resource

Paper for Progress seeks to change this by raising awareness and encouraging individuals, offices, and institutions to donate waste paper instead of burning it.

Rather than going up in smoke, the collected paper is:

• • Sold to recycling plants
  • Converted into funds for children’s education

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Where the Proceeds Go

The funds generated are directed to Round Table Nepal’s Educate a Child (RTNP) initiative, which has already provided scholarships to over 1,000 underprivileged children every year.

Every notebook page, newspaper, and office printout becomes a step toward changing lives.

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The Impact in Numbers

• • 📄 A single individual uses the equivalent of five fully grown trees in their lifetime
  • 🌳 Producing just one metric ton of paper requires 24 adult trees
  • By the end of this year, Round Table Nepal aims to:
  • ♻️ Recycle 50,000 kg of paper
  • 🌲 Save 1,200 trees
  • 🎓 Fund scholarships for 150 students

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Environmental Commitment

Round Table Nepal has already made a significant environmental impact. During Foundation Day celebrations over the past two years, the organization planted more than 300,000 saplings.

Paper for Progress adds a preventive approach: by recycling paper before trees are cut, it protects forests before they are lost.

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A Legacy of Dual Impact

The philosophy is simple:

“When waste is managed wisely, it becomes a resource. When that resource funds education, it becomes a legacy.”

Through Paper for Progress, Round Table Nepal has built a model where environmental conservation and educational empowerment go hand in hand.
Trees are saved. Children go to school. Communities grow more mindful.

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Let your waste paper make a difference—not just in landfills, but in lives.

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Project Summary

Category	Figures
Paper Collected	16,722.4 kg (18.4 tons)
Carton/Corrugated Boxes	13,419.6 kg (14.7 tons)
Total Waste Collected	30,142 kg (33.22 tons)
Total Trees Saved	723
Scholarships Provided	128
Recycling Partners	Durga Pulps Pvt. Ltd., Maruti Papers Ltd.

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Association: Round Table Nepal
Category: Service Project
Status: Ongoing

Project Care is a major service project undertaken by RT Nepal, intending to reduce the waste left on Mount Everest by hundreds of climbers, in what they call a “Groundbreaking Environmental Mission from the Roof of the World.”

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Mount Everest, the highest point on Earth and a global symbol of human ambition, draws thousands of climbers and trekkers every year. But along with footprints and dreams, these visitors leave something else behind: waste—and lots of it.

In collaboration with the Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee (SPCC), Round Table Nepal has committed to removing an astounding 15,000 kilograms (15 tons) of accumulated waste from the Everest region. But this project goes far beyond collection—it ensures that all waste is safely transported to Kathmandu, where it will be recycled and properly disposed of, in line with global sustainability standards.

In response to this growing crisis, Round Table Nepal has launched a bold and inspiring initiative:

Clean and Restore the Everest Region

Spearheaded by Round Table Nepal President Tr. Pravesh Agrawal, this mission is not only about cleaning up Everest—it’s about setting a global example in environmental responsibility.

This initiative represents one of Nepal’s largest voluntary high-altitude waste management efforts, overcoming immense logistical, environmental, and physical challenges to safeguard the Himalayan ecosystem.

Each year, the Everest region—including Sagarmatha National Park—accumulates significant solid waste, ranging from food wrappers and plastic bottles to gas canisters, abandoned tents, and climbing gear.
Much of this waste remains stranded at high-altitude camps like South Col and Base Camp, where removal is extremely difficult.

As part of our commitment to preserving this iconic landscape, we are working to collect and transport 15 tons of waste from these high camps—protecting Everest’s fragile ecosystem and restoring its natural dignity.

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Strategic Partnership

This monumental effort is made possible through our collaboration with Nepal Life Insurance Company Ltd., one of the nation’s leading financial institutions. Their support provides the scale and logistical capacity needed to achieve our ambitious goals.

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Project Phases & Progress

Phase	Target	Status
Phase I	5 Tons	✅ Achieved
Phase II	10 Tons	🔜 Starting Soon

Total Target: 15 Tons
Achieved So Far: 5 Tons

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“This is not just a clean-up. It’s a commitment to restore dignity to our mountains and a legacy to our future.”  - Tr. Pravesh Agrawal, President, Round Table Nepal

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Recognised by the UN, October is World Mental Health Month – aimed at creating awareness
& breaking the stigma surrounding Mental Health issues.

Being a vital topic, we believe mental health should not be allocated to a single month
or day. Creating awareness & addressing this topic should be done on a very
regular basis.

To help us achieve this, & to create a “culture of empathy” Round Table
International & your loved ones, needs your help!

Introducing “Check-in Tuesdays“ a multi-platform weekly or bi-weekly
social media campaign.

The concept: From Individual, Club to International level, encourage your Members
to dedicate a Tuesday social media post to Mental Health subjects, facts,
shared stories & to prompt their audience to check-in with their fellow RT
Family, family, friends, & colleagues. Using primary hashtags:
#CHECKINTUESDAY & #WECANWEWILL

Starting the 18th of October 2022, we would like to have a unified voice & take Mental
Health issues head on. Your actions will not only lighten a hard day, but it
might even save a life.

Next Tuesday, “check-in” & Table on. Here’s to better & global
mental health!