KATHMANDU, JULY 25

The US Embassy's Creator's Mela is kicking off on Friday in Kathmandu.

This is a two-day digital conference on July 26 and 27 designed to sharpen and develop the skills of current and aspiring Nepali digital creators and influencers, helping them launch and grow their online presence or businesses, said the US Embassy.

Last year, over 1,500 content creators attended the first-of-its-kind in-person event to network, experience the music festival-inspired main stage and immersive creator zone, and enhance their skills through 17 interactive sessions on topics like brand-building, financial literacy, and content development.

This year, it will feature an even bigger program with 19 interactive workshop sessions on topics like brand-building, monetization, and mental health, as well as more performances and speakers on the main stage compared to last year.

'We will also have a few parliamentarians join a session to discuss the concerns of content creators regarding social media regulations,' a statement issued by the US Embassy, said.