| iv> | | | | good command of spoken as well as written |
| The royal kingdom of Nepal (though Nepal | | | | English, lot of patience, and unquenchable |
| recently became a democratic nation), is the only | | | | enthusiasm. |
| Hindu country in the world. Nestled in the lap of | | | | |
| the majestic Himalayas, Nepal shares borders with | | | | Children's Homes: In Nepal, volunteers will get the |
| two of the fastest growing economies in the | | | | opportunity to act as a big brother or sister to |
| world — India and China. | | | | many of the Nepali orphans who live in |
| The royal kingdom of Nepal (though Nepal | | | | orphanages across the country. You will also be |
| recently became a democratic nation), is the only | | | | required to help with cleaning, gardening, doing |
| Hindu country in the world. Nestled in the lap of | | | | repairs, planning activities etc. |
| the majestic Himalayas, Nepal shares borders with | | | | |
| two of the fastest growing economies in the | | | | Health Education: Health education volunteering in |
| world — India and China. A natural wonder, | | | | Nepal means working closely with children’s |
| this tiny nation is very diverse both in geographical | | | | homes. The key focus area is on preventative |
| as well as cultural sense, and offers many | | | | measures by educating Nepali children about |
| amazing and wonderful natural sights. With colorful | | | | regular basic health check-ups, administering |
| festivals, incomparable natural bounty, warmth, | | | | necessary childhood immunizations, personal |
| hospitality, and plenty of fresh mountain air, Nepal | | | | hygiene, and sanitation as a disease prevention |
| is a land of volunteering opportunities. Not only | | | | method. For this program, you need to be either |
| does volunteering in Nepal promise a rewarding | | | | a medical student or an advanced degree holder in |
| and enriching experience, it also offers you the | | | | medicine. |
| rare chance to explore the beautiful Himalayan | | | | |
| kingdom while serving the poor, the women, and | | | | Community Maintenance Program: This involves |
| giving the people of this country hope for a | | | | practical application in village settings. Some of the |
| better tomorrow. | | | | community maintenance projects include painting |
| | | | | or plastering, however, those of you with |
| Why Volunteer In Nepal | | | | additional skill sets can help in more advanced |
| Volunteering in Nepal is a once in a lifetime | | | | work. You'll get to work alongside villagers, learning |
| opportunity for all of you who wish to undertake | | | | about traditional methods of building and working. |
| a meaningful journey and do their bit towards | | | | |
| making this world a better place for all. With | | | | Home Stay/Cultural Exchange: A short |
| numerous volunteer work opportunities such as | | | | volunteering program, this is also a wonderful way |
| serving poor children and women, teaching | | | | to get the best value out of your time in Nepal. |
| languages, working on health projects, | | | | You will be staying with a Nepali family in a small |
| conservation work, etc., you will get to spend | | | | rural village or even within a city. During the |
| time in three of the bustling cities of Nepal | | | | duration of your stay you will learn about all |
| — Kathmandu (capital), Pokhara, and | | | | aspects of Nepali culture, lifestyle, food, as well as |
| Chitwan. Of course, volunteering in Nepal requires | | | | attend couple of hours of language sessions twice |
| you to be patient, open-minded, and humble when | | | | in the day. |
| interacting and working with the locals. | | | | |
| | | | | Volunteer Requirements |
| Types Of Projects Available | | | | The two most important requirements for |
| Though there are several volunteer programs | | | | volunteering in Nepal are: |
| available in Nepal, some of the most common | | | | |
| ones (which have a higher demand for volunteers) | | | | Age - 18 years or older |
| are supporting local orphanages, local schools, | | | | Health - no major health |
| teaching English, and working with health centers. | | | | problems |
| Almost all volunteering in Nepal projects are | | | | |
| available in Chitwan, Pokhara, and Kathmandu. | | | | Volunteering in Brazil programs is open to |
| | | | | participants from all over the world and to |
| As a part of volunteering in Nepal, you have the | | | | individuals, families, and couples. |
| opportunity to choose the kind of project you are | | | | |
| interested to volunteer in. The different types of | | | | Fee and Other details |
| volunteer projects available in Nepal include: | | | | There are fees attached for every volunteering |
| | | | | project you opt for. The fee is charged in |
| Teaching English: This volunteering in Nepal | | | | advance and is applied for accommodation, food |
| program requires, volunteers to be placed in | | | | meals, travel insurance, etc. The project |
| various local schools to teach conversation and | | | | coordinator takes care of most of your needs as |
| reading level English to Nepali children. Just as | | | | a volunteer in Nepal throughout the duration of |
| English is an important skill for a good job | | | | the project that varies from 7 days to 4 weeks. |
| placement in the world, Nepal is no different. The | | | | |
| requirement of English speaking work force is on | | | | Conclusion |
| the rise in the country. To teach Nepali children | | | | Volunteering in Nepal is your chance to learn a |
| English, you don’t require any formal | | | | new culture as well as contribute toward the |
| teaching qualification. However, you do need a | | | | society. |