Volunteer
Society Nepal Volunteer Programmes offer a unique
volunteering opportunity for individuals, couples,
groups, students and experts, as well as senior
and youth professionals from all over the world
to make a contribution to Nepali society. At
the same time volunteers experience the rich
culture, natural splendour and daily life of
Nepal, one of the most beautiful countries of
the world.
The mission and objective of the VSN Volunteer
Program is to encourage and invite International/National
volunteers to contribute to community development,
education development, as well as health and
environmental activities of the Nepali people.
Our program promotes the opportunity for individuals
to build international links and mutual friendship,
through a global partnership. It is our belief
that through hard-work and positive thinking,
we can all help to improve cultural tolerance
and encourage world peace.It is of course better
to have previous working experience but NO EXPERIENCE
IS NECESSARY to take part in most of the programs
and VSN strongly encourages all applicants who
have a positive outlook and a strong desire
to help improve Nepal. All volunteers will enjoy
a unique opportunity for travel,adventure and
exploration (both natural beauty and self-exploration).
Volunteers will experience life in Nepal first-hand,
working alongside Nepali people to help support
local communities in Nepal. In this way, volunteers
will make a meaningful contribution to a disadvantaged
segment of the world community, while participating
in a cultural exchange with local people who
will ultimately be responsible for sustainable
development.
Voluntary work in Nepal can be an extremely
rewarding and life-changing experience. Upon
arrival, and throughout their stay, volunteers
will receive a warm welcome from the Nepali
people, who are famous for their honesty and
hospitality.
Volunteers will live and work in one of the
world’s most diverse countries, with geography
that ranges from the peak of the Himalaya to
the tropical heat of the flat Terai; from the
chaos of Kathmandu to the tranquillity of rural
villages.
Volunteer Society Nepal is an established leading
volunteer organization with professional and
committed staffs. VSN makes sure all our volunteers
are well prepared before beginning work as a
volunteer by providing orientations, training
in Nepali language, culture and work practices.
VSN does everything possible to look after our
volunteers’ safety and make sure they
will have a meaningful and pleasant stay. VSN
volunteer program is not merely a volunteer
placement; we customize the programs to match
the need, taste, and interest of our volunteers.
Volunteer Society
Nepal, in conjunction with many local Nepali
people, has created an environment from which
volunteers will benefit strongly by:
-Making a great contribution to the ongoing
development process of Nepal
-Developing work experience in a marginal society
and third world country
-Developing their personal and life skills
-Developing a strong understanding of the Nepali
people, their language, and their various cultures
-Enjoying such opportunities as taking part
in local festivals, weddings, farming, and visiting
different areas in local villages
-Enjoying the spectacular natural beauty and
landscapes of Nepal
Program Aim
The Volunteer Society Nepal
Volunteer Program aims to assist the sustainable
development of under-developed Nepali communities,
through projects aimed at children, youth and
women. Programs are co-ordinated through rural
government schools and community-based programs,
with community-based programs often initiated
with the help of VSN, volunteers and local community
members.
The Volunteer Program achieves its aim by initiating
and/or assisting with sustainable community-based
project development, concentrating on raising
local awareness of fundamental social issues,
including education, health and sanitation and
conservation.
The process of community development is slow
in Nepal, despite the efforts of the government
and rural NGOs. This fact makes the need for
motivated volunteers even greater. Few villages
in Nepal have basic sanitation facilities, resulting
in widespread basic health problems, such as
malnutrition and the spread of water-borne diseases.
Thus, volunteers play a key role in increasing
the ability of communities to address these
issues.
Volunteers participate in creating sustainable
community groups, such as youth groups, student
groups and women’s groups, and will work
very closely with partner NGOs, who are already
working in the field on specific issues, utilizing
their expertise and experience.
Volunteering abroad is also an excellent opportunity
for personal and professional growth and development,
and can provide a sense of individual freedom.
Volunteering in Nepal, especially in rural Nepal,
can be a once in a lifetime opportunity. Volunteering
in Nepal is fun, personally challenging and
adventurous, but throughout your placement you
will enjoy the support of our highly experienced
staff at VSN, who are dedicated to ensuring
the well-being of all volunteers. |
