The word itself holds sentimental value for the women's population of Nepal, "especially for a married Nepali woman who has no longer any right towards her parents or their property".

[1] Due to continuous efforts, this organization has been able to raise awareness regarding this crucial issue of girl trafficking at international levels.

Her inspiration to establish an organization for the betterment of the women's population came from her bitter relationship with her husband, Dinesh Prasad Koirala.

[4] Anuradha Koirala established Maiti Nepal in 1993 with the aim of providing services for both children and women who have endured untold pain and suffering, often in silence.

[5] She not only established Maiti Nepal, but she also set up transit homes, academic and medical centre to provide support to the women and children who had no other place to go.

The transit homes, rehabilitation and medical centres of Maiti Nepal are well facilitated to provide support and assistance to the rescued women, children and girls.

[8] These centers provide shelter, safety, education and vocational training, and medical care to the rescued women and children.

These types of houses provide shelter and protection to underage girls who are working in places like dance restaurants and massage parlors.

As the founder and director of Maiti Nepal, Anuradha Koirala won the CNN Hero of the Year award in 2010.

[12] Until now, Anuradha Koirala has received 30 national and international awards for her courageous acts and lifetime achievement furthering the cause of children's and women's rights.