volontariato internazionale, antirazzismo, pace, diritti
Code:VINWC24-09
Where:KATHMANDU
Number of volunteers:14
Language:English
Extra-Fee:200 EUR
Age:21-60
Prepare a presentation on Volunteerism, identify local colleges and universities, visit them and present the topic, involve in hands-on activities locally, develop the social media contents- like videos, PPP, involve on VIN s ongoing program like children, women, environment etc.
Volunteerism is a form of helping in which people actively seek out opportunities to assist others in need, make considerable and continuing commitments to assist, and sustain these commitments over extended periods, often at considerable personal cost.Volunteering keeps you in regular contact with others and helps you develop a solid support system, protecting you against stress and depression when you re going through challenging times. Volunteerism strengthens civic engagement, safeguards social inclusion, deepens solidarity, and solidifies ownership of development results. Community development is possible through Volunteerism. VIN aims to develop volunteering concept among the local youths of the local community and universities through this project
Jitpurphedi, Tarakeshwor, Kathmandu: Jitpurphedi community is located in the outskirts of Kathmandu District. It is around 10-15 km from the main ring road to Balaju, Kathmandu, covered with hills, fields, and woods.VIN will take you on half-day cultural sightseeing. Either before, during, or after your work camp. VIN also organizes weekends travel tours to Chitwan Jungle Safari, Pokhara, Nagarkot at an additional cost if you are interested.
The volunteers will stay with the host family/hostel identified by VIN. The living facilities are simple and basic. Male and female volunteers will share the same living area with separate rooms. The volunteers sleep on simple beds/mattresses. Please bring your sleeping bag. Nepali Standard at a local host family i 3 meals a day
-Basic English should be spoken among the participants and childrenApplication for Placement Booking Volunteers must apply to our partner organizations in their own country. Attach your updated resume / curriculum vitae (CV) with two referee contact details (referees can be for your work/university/family); Await confirmation from VIN for acceptance. You will have to produce a photocopy of your passport and of your visa as well as a passport photo. English is spoken among the participants.
VIN staff will pick up each volunteer from the airport. The volunteers are requested to send their flight details to VIN on time so that we can send our staff with your name card and VIN s Logo. If you want to come earlier and explore the country more, you may find pre-paid taxi at the airport, or VIN may help you with that. Airport: Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu
The participation fee 200 Euros (100 Euro for transportation) is to be paid on your arrivals at VIN Office.
Code:VINWC24-11
Where:OKHALDHUNGA
Number of volunteers:14
Language:English
Extra-Fee:200 EUR
Age:21-60
As a volunteer, you will be working with the farmers who are trained by VIN in permaculture. The work usually is hands on like designing the farm based on the permaculture principles i cultivating crops, weeding, irrigating, collecting materials, digging etc. Support farmers in making organic fertilizers like compost. Observe, interact, learn and implement.
VIN s Environment and Conservation Programs focus on promoting community awareness of crucial environmental issues and developing solutions. VIN runs a number of environmental projects to conserve, promote and protect environment and culture and to prevent, abate and control water, land and air pollution in order to enhance health, safety and welfare of this and future generation. We use permaculture for sustainable farming We started teaching and implementing Permaculture from later 2018 We believe Permaculture help restore whole ecosystem Agriculture provides subsistence and employment for 80 of the population of Nepal, accounting for approximately 39 to the total GDP. The development of the sector is crucial for the empowerment of those who rely upon it and for the national economy. Since Nepal is in Himalayan region, it has been badly affected by the Climate Change The sources of water are drying; new types of moths / insects are in existence; the crop cultivation time changed, unexpected change in climate, unpredictable rainfall, draughts etc. are the result of global warming Nepalese farmers facing.12 principles of Permaculture Observe and interact- Let s slow down and observe and appreciate our surroundings and others. Let s slow down and interact with others, in real life, not on our phones. Catch and store energy- Take time to relax to restore balance and energy. Also, for me this means associating myself with those who bring positive energy and it means doing things that bring me joy and make me feel energized like running and learning. Obtain a yield- In permaculture, this of course might mean planting in such a way that the most food is created. The food is the reward. In life, we can work to obtain an intrinsic or extrinsic reward. These rewards need not be strictly financial. Perhaps the reward is making a difference in your client s life or making your coworker s day a little bit easier. Apply self-regulation and accept feedback- Self-regulation or self-control allows us to be accountable and it empowers us. Feedback helps us improve which will help us excel at work. Use and value renewable resources and services and produce no waste- These two principles are simply common-sense tips to living a eco-friendly lifestyle and in creating a more sustainable world. Design from patterns to details- Permaculture calls for standing back and observing patterns in nature and in society and then filling in the details; this might make for a more efficient and logical way to work as well. Integrate rather than segregate and use and value diversity- These principles translate perfectly in how we should all live in harmony with each other by integrating everyone into our communities and valuing diversity. Use small and slow solutions- Permaculture uses small and slow solutions because they are easier to manage than bigger solutions and they allow for the use of local resources leading to more sustainable
Okhaldhunga district, which is 250 km from Kathmandu. It takes one day of travel by busa hilly and mountainous region surrounded by woods and fields. VIN also organizes travel tours like Chitwan Jungle Safari, Pokhara, Nagarkot for extra costs if you are interested after your work camp.
The volunteers will stay in Kathmandu for two nights until orientation. VIN covers two nights accommodation on sharing basis and simple Nepali-style food. Then they will be with the host family/hostel identified by VIN in Okhaldhunga. The living facilities are simple and basic. Male and female Volunteers will share the same living area with separate rooms. There will be 2-4 people in one room. Volunteers are required to sleep on simple beds. Please bring your sleeping bag.
-Basic English should be spoken among the participants and childrenApplication for Placement Booking Volunteers must apply to our partner organizations in their own country. Attach your updated resume / curriculum vitae (CV) with two referee contact details (referees can be for your work/university/family); Await confirmation from VIN for acceptance. You will have to produce a photocopy of your passport and of your visa as well as a passport photo. English is spoken among the participants.
VIN staff will pick up each volunteer from the airport. The volunteers are requested to send their flight details to VIN on time so that we can send our staff with your name card and VIN s Logo. If you want to come earlier and explore the country more, you may find pre-paid taxi at the airport, or VIN may help you with that. Airport: Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu
The participation fee 200 Euros (100 Euro for transportation) is to be paid on your arrivals at VIN Office.
Code:VINWC24-10
Where:KATHMANDU
Number of volunteers:14
Language:English
Extra-Fee:200 EUR
Age:21-28
Children are not just little adults. They go through typical stages of growth—intellectually, emotionally, and socially—on their way to becoming adults. Sometimes we may think that children are too young to understand a gospel principle or that we really don’t have much influence with our older children. Developing the personality of children involves a holistic approach that considers various aspects of their physical, emotional, social, and cognitive well-being. Developing a child's personality is an essential element in today's competitive world. A developed personality is definitely a key to success. Though developing personality in children is a slow and steady process, it enhances their confidence in future. Developing a child's personality holds a great importance, as it brings a lot more changes in the way the child behaves, deals or accepts a situation, or life itself. And then who as a parent would like to see lot of personality traits in a child. A child with a developed personality can stay socially viable, will be able to impress his audience, interact better, handle situations with great ease, have a positive approach towards each and every situation in life, and handle stress better. In the present context in Nepal, the school and family focus on getting good marks in exams. However, it is not focused on exploring the hidden talents of children and develop them for future. Children have less opportunities for those. This project aims to dig out the hidden talents and develop different skills so that they can perform better in the future.
Children are not just little adults. They go through typical stages of growth—intellectually, emotionally, and socially—on their way to becoming adults. Sometimes we may think that children are too young to understand a gospel principle or that we really don’t have much influence with our older children. Developing the personality of children involves a holistic approach that considers various aspects of their physical, emotional, social, and cognitive well-being. Developing a child's personality is an essential element in today's competitive world. A developed personality is definitely a key to success. Though developing personality in children is a slow and steady process, it enhances their confidence in future. Developing a child's personality holds a great importance, as it brings a lot more changes in the way the child behaves, deals or accepts a situation, or life itself. And then who as a parent would like to see lot of personality traits in a child. A child with a developed personality can stay socially viable, will be able to impress his audience, interact better, handle situations with great ease, have a positive approach towards every situation in life, and handle stress better. In the present context in Nepal, the school and family focus on getting good marks in exams. However, it is not focused on exploring the hidden talents of children and develop them for future. Children have less opportunities for those. This project aims to dig out the hidden talents and develop different skills so that they can perform better in the future. Objective: - To dig out child’s hidden talents, boost their confidence and improve their communication skills and language. - To develop the ability to enhance one’s scope of knowledge by widening the boundaries and few hobbies or brushing of particular skills - To help child get over from any of his/her weaknesses and bring a positive attitude in the child's way of thinking and living. Work and activities: - Prepare and research to dig out child’s hidden talents and interest. - Organize sessions of different life skills like communication, public speaking, leadership and so on. - Prepare and implement different sessions like- arts, sports, language to improve children’s ability. Placement Support Process: The first day is an arrival day, and each volunteer is greeted and received by VIN local staff at the airport and taken to the VIN hostel/hotel. On the second day, volunteers will receive a full-day orientation at the VIN office in Kathmandu. The placement orientation will cover cultural tips, survival phrases on Nepali language, health tips, preparation for project activities, and an introduction to VIN. A Nepali camp leader will always guide volunteers, and VIN supervisors will visit them from time to time for follow- up and support. Should you have any concerns about the work camp, you may always call VIN for immediate help. On the last day of the work camp, volunteers will submit a detailed work report, fill up an exit form and sit with VIN executives for an exit interview and feedback session.
Volunteers Initiative Nepal (VIN), founded in 2005, is a non-profit and non-government organization working for the most marginalized communities of Nepal using a holistic community development approach. VIN works with many local and international volunteers each year to achieve its Goal. Improving the quality of living of disadvantaged people through community empowerment is our ultimate Goal, and Volunteerism is our strategy for our development initiatives.
Jitpurphedi community is located in the outskirts of Kathmandu District. It is around 10-15 km from the main ring road to Balaju, Kathmandu, covered with hills, fields, and woods. VIN organizes weekends travel tours to Chitwan Jungle Safari, Pokhara, Nagarkot at an additional cost if you are interested. [The detail info sheet and acceptance letter will be sent from VIN after we receive your Complete Volunteer Exchange Form (VEF) from the sending organization.
The volunteers will stay with the host family/hostel identified by VIN. The living facilities are simple and basic. Male and female volunteers will share the same living area with separate rooms. The volunteers sleep on simple beds/mattresses. Please bring your sleeping bag.
Basic English should be spoken among the participants Participation Fee: The participation fee is 200 Euros (+30 Euro for transportation), which is to be paid on arrival at VIN Office. The Participation Fee Covers: - Food and Accommodation: Nepali Standard at a local host family – 3 meals a day - Transportation: Airport pick up and pick up and drop to the working community site - Materials for the work camp and community development projects support - Local volunteers' support cost - VIN T-shirt and certificate of participation - 24 hours emergency support - VIN admin cost. What's excluded? Airfare, VISA, Travel medical insurance, return airport transfer, personal travel and weekend activities expenses etc.
One of the VIN staff will pick up volunteers from the airport. The volunteers are requested to send their flight details to VIN on time so that we can send our staff with your name card and VIN's Logo. If you want to come earlier and explore the country more, you may find pre-paid taxi at the airport, or VIN may help you with that and you can arrive to VIN office on the first day. Airport: Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu
The participation fee 200 Euros (100 Euro for transportation) is to be paid on your arrivals at VIN Office.
Code:VINWC24-13
Where:OKHALDHUNGA, NEPAL
Number of volunteers:14
Language:English
Extra-Fee:200 EUR
Age:21-28
VIN’s Environment and Conservation Programs focus on promoting community awareness of crucial environmental issues and developing solutions. VIN runs a number of environmental projects to conserve, promote and protect environment and culture and to prevent, abate and control water, land and air pollution in order to enhance health, safety and welfare of this and future generation. We use permaculture for sustainable farming! We started teaching and implementing Permaculture from later 2018! We believe Permaculture help restore whole ecosystem!Agriculture provides subsistence and employment for 80% of the population of Nepal, accounting for approximately 39 % to the total GDP. The development of the sector is crucial for the empowerment of those who rely upon it and for the national economy. Since Nepal is in Himalayan region, it has been badly affected by the Climate Change! The sources of water are drying; new types of moths / insects are in existence; the crop cultivation time changed, unexpected change in climate, unpredictable rainfall, draughts etc. are the result of global warming Nepalese farmers facing.
As a volunteer, you will be working with the farmers who are trained by VIN in permaculture. The work usually is hands on like designing the farm based on the permaculture principles – cultivating crops, weeding, irrigating, collecting materials, digging etc.Support farmers in making organic fertilizers like compost. Observe, interact, learn and implement.
Holi, also known as Festival of colours, is one of the most popular festivals in Nepal. Holi is celebrated for the victory of good over evil and the coming of spring. During this colourful festival, Nepalese and foreign tourists will throw each other with dry powder and coloured water to express their sincere blessings and good wishes. It is also celebrated as athanksgiving for a good harvest. Holi is an ancient Hindi religious festival which has become popular with non-Hindus in many parts of South Asia, as well as people of other communities outside Asia. People visit family, friends and foes to throw coloured powders on each other, laugh and gossip, then share Holi delicacies, food and drinks. The frolic and fight with colours occurs in the open streets, open parks, outside temples and buildings. Groups carry drums and other musical instruments, go from place to place, sing and dance. The volunteers make the preparations and celebrate Holi festival (festival of colours) in the community.
Okhaldhunga district, which is 200 km from Kathmandu. It takes one day of travel by bus—a hilly and mountainous region surrounded by woods and fields. Leisure Activities: VIN organizes travel tours like Chitwan Jungle Safari, Pokhara, Nagarkot for extra costs if you are interested after your work camp.
The volunteers will stay in Kathmandu for two nights until orientation. VIN covers two nights' accommodation on sharing basis and simple Nepali-style food. Then they will be with the host family/hostel identified by VIN in Okhaldhunga. The living facilitiesare simple and basic. Male and female Volunteers will share the same living area with separate rooms. There will be 2-4 people in one room. Volunteers are required to sleep on simple beds. Please bring your sleeping bag.
Basic English should be spoken among the participants and children Participation Fee: The participation fee of 200 Euros + 100 Euro for Transportation is to be paid on your arrival at VIN Office.
Placement Support Process: The first day is the arrival day. Each volunteer is greeted and received by VIN local staff at the airport and dropped at a hotel or VIN hostel. The second-day volunteers will receive a full-day orientation at the VIN office in Kathmandu. The placement orientation will cover cultural tips, survival phrases on Nepali language, health tips, project activities preparation, and VIN. Then you will travel to Okhaldhunga, the project site, which takes a minimum of 8 hrs. drive. You will always be guided by a Nepali camp leader/VIN staff, and VIN supervisors will visit you from time to time for follow-up support. Should you have any concerns about the work camp, you may always call us for immediate help. On the last day of the work camp, you will submit a detailed work report, fill up an exit form and sit with VIN executives for an exit interview and feedback session. Meeting point: VIN staff will pick up each volunteer from the airport. The volunteers are requested to send their flight details to VIN on time so that we can send our staff with your name card and VIN's Logo.If you want to come earlier and explore the country more, you may find pre-paid taxi at the airport, or VIN may help you with that.Airport: Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu
The participation fee 200 Euros (100 Euro for transportation) is to be paid on your arrivals at VIN Office.
Code:VINWC24-12
Where:OKHALDHUNGA, NEPAL
Number of volunteers:16
Language:English
Extra-Fee:200 EUR
Age:21-28
Children's Development is one of the major programs in VIN's Integrated Community Development Approach. The Goal of the Children's development program is to protect the rights of all children by providing them access to basic quality education, developing their life skills & providing access to health services through community health program. Even in recent days in Nepal, schools are focusing on the examination and are doing less to develop the students' creativity. Teachers only focus on reading and writing – rote learning. The creativity of children is not explored. Due to the busy work schedule of parents, most of the children do not have the opportunity to socialize and be creative. To provide opportunities to children (aged 6-12 years old) on socialization & creativity, such type of camps is essential. At VIN working area Okhaldhunga, children do not have a proper structure and environment to develop their innate talents at home or school. Children's camp (in winter and summer) is one of the best places to explore their natural talents and creativity. In this work camp, national & international volunteers facilitate different types of fun and creative activities for the target children where VIN works. Objectives: - To provide a unique opportunity for overall development (social, emotional, physical, mental, creativity) & provide fun time for children aged 6-12 utilizing their vacation period. - To promote friendship, understanding, and solidarity among local young volunteers and cross-national volunteers. - To provide an opportunity to understand and appreciate the Nepalese culture and tradition via cultural immersion.
The volunteers will conduct children's camp to promote their innate talents & creativity for their overall development, such as physical, mental, social & emotional. During children's camp, volunteers can prepare sessions and take classes on the following topics: Physical exercises, Team Building, Drawing, colouring & painting, Art, Craft & Origami, Singing and dancing, Drama, Music, and Hiking, Teaching language and so on.
Volunteers Initiative Nepal (VIN), founded in 2005, is a non-profit and non-government organization working for the most marginalized communities of Nepal using a holistic community development approach. VIN works with many local and international volunteers each year to achieve its Goal. Improving the quality of living of disadvantaged people through community empowerment is our ultimate Goal, and Volunteerism is our strategy for our development initiatives.
Okhaldhunga district, which is 250 km from Kathmandu. It takes 8 hrs to travel by bus—a hilly and mountainous region surrounded by woods and fields. VIN organizes travel tours like Chitwan Jungle Safari, Pokhara, Nagarkot for extra costs if you are interested after your work camp.
The volunteers will stay in Kathmandu for two nights until orientation. VIN covers two nights' accommodation on sharing basis and simple Nepali- style food. Then they will be with the host family/hostel identified by VIN in Okhaldhunga. The living facilities are simple and basic. Male and female Volunteers will share the same living area with separate rooms. There will be 2-4 people in one room. Volunteers are required to sleep on simple beds. Please bring your sleeping bag.
Requirements: - Basic English should be spoken among the participants and staff. Participation Fee: The participation fee of 200 Euros + 100 Euro for Transportation is to be paid on your arrival at VIN Office. Why Okhaldhunga and extra transportation fee: - The beautiful Himalayan region is close to Mt. Everest. - It lacks development and basic infrastructure. - Very needy local area waiting for development. - Welcoming community and rich in culture. - Simple lifestyle and smiling people. - Lovely environment and up and downhills. - It takes one day (250 km) car/bus rough and paved drive from Kathmandu. - Good and enough support from local staff and community people. - Volunteers will fill they have contributed to the needy and poor community. The Participation Fee Covers: - Food and Accommodation: Nepali Standard at a local host family – 3 meals a day - Transportation: Airport pick-up and pick up and drop to the working community site - Materials for the work-camp community and development projects support. - Local volunteer support cost - VIN T-shirt and certificate of participation - 24 hours emergency support - VIN admin cost What's Excluded? Airfare, VISA, Travel medical insurance, return airport transfer, travel and entrance fees on the world heritage sights, Personal travel and weekend activities expenses etc.
One of the VIN staff will pick up volunteers from the airport. The volunteers are requested to send their flight details to VIN on time so that we can send our staff with your name card and VIN's Logo. If you want to come earlier and explore the country more, you may find pre-paid taxi at the airport, or VIN may help you with that and you can arrive to VIN office on the first day. Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu
The participation fee 200 Euros (100 Euro for transportation) is to be paid on your arrivals at VIN Office.
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