Now 25, Jenny is an acid attack survivor and a burn patient counselor at ReSurge International’s hospital in Kathmandu. Born into a family that longed for sons, Jenny’s early life was overshadowed by societal biases. She was forced into a child marriage at 14, and motherhood by 16, to a husband who was a cruel alcoholic.
Enduring years of abuse, Jenny eventually fled to Kathmandu seeking peace. However, her past caught up with her when her husband found her and attacked her with acid during an argument. Treated at Kirtipur Hospital, Jenny met another survivor whose optimism inspired her own healing journey. After recovering, Jenny dedicated herself to supporting others at the very hospital where she herself was treated, transitioning from patient to counselor.
Today, Jenny is not just a counselor; she’s a symbol of hope for other ReSurge patients. Winning the title of “Beauty with Compassion” at Miss Nepal 2023, she now advocates for other survivors of gender-based violence and burn injuries, aspiring to model and defy stigmas associated with scars. Through her work and public life, Jenny embodies the change she wishes to see, showing that true beauty and strength emerge not in spite of scars, but because of them.
ReSurge reconstructed Jenny’s scars – Jenny is celebrating the beauty in herself and others – and your donations make it possible.
