United Mission to Nepal (UMN) strives to address root causes of poverty and serves the poorest people of Nepal. Established in 1954, UMN is a cooperative effort between the people of Nepal and a large number of faith-based organizations from nearly 20 countries on 4 continents. Multicultural teams of Nepali nationals and volunteer expatriate staff work alongside local organizations in less developed areas of the country, building partnerships that lead to healthy, strong and empowered individuals, families, and communities.