Tanka Subedi was born into a Christian family in 1971 and grew up in the western part of Nepal. In college days he became active as a disciple-maker among fellow students. While engaged with the student movement he caught a vision for the growing church in Nepal and its need for grassroots level teaching and training for its self-appointed and least educated church leaders. This led him to take up the translation of SEAN TEE materials. With the help of some like-minded people, this programme, known as ITEEN (Institute for TEE in Nepal), was warmly welcomed and used by hundreds of village pastors. They in turn used it as a tool for discipling in their churches. Many who completed ITEEN courses pioneered new churches and facilitated the needs of the fast- growing churches. Tanka has also promoted ITEEN among Nepali diaspora. After democracy was introduced to Nepal, there were opportunities to promote religious freedom, but in the light of more recent restrictions and persecution against religious minorities, fighting for equality and freedom continues to be a part of Tanka’s mission. He serves as Equipper and committee member in the Increase Association.