This long term volunteering offer is between 2 to 5 months.
Waste management has become a real problem for Nepal. The country lacks a proper education on the issue, and people are used to throwing trash around without regard for the environment. FFN instituted Waste Management programs with the purpose of raising the issue and educating Nepali people on the benefits of correct waste management, and achieving the goal of a clean Nepal by teaching them about composite and recycling.
Nepal
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In order to make the most of your experience in Nepal, we encourage to interact and socialize as much as possible with your host family ad take part in their daily activities.
All our long term projects are located in safe areas. You will stay with families that have hosted volunteers before, and you will be regularly in contact with FFN members. However, problems or misunderstandings may arise if you’re not respectful of the culture you’ll be living in
Work Volunteers will work in schools, to teach children the correct ways of managing waste, and the benefits a correct waste management system.
You will live with a Nepali family close to the school, and experience their hospitality, friendliness and immerse yourself in their unique lifestyle. You’ll be welcomed as a member of the family and of the local community. At least one member of the family will speak English. Nepali houses are simple, with basic facilities (squat toilet, shower, kitchen, etc). Most families DO NOT have hot showers, but most of them have western style toilets. Just don’t expect to find the same facilities as in your home country. You’ll get your ow room and the family will respect your privacy.
Every morning and evening you’ll eat together with FFN staff.
We provide living accommodations all over Nepal. Depending on your interest and willingness, you can choose to stay in a variety of different places: in or around the Kathmandu Valley, Pokhara, Tanahun, Lamjung, Chitwan, Makwanpur or Nawalparasi. You could stay in a secluded village, where people live in a more traditional way and provide for themselves through farming, which is also a great opportunity to explore the real rural Nepal, or you could opt for a more urban and modern Nepal experience in one of the bustling and fast-growing cities, like Kathmandu or Pokhara.
You'll have time to discover the region, to get to know the culture, traditions and wonderful places! Also, a full day culture and heritage tour in Kathmandu is included, to visit a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Before the project starts, we strongly advise that you attend our 3-day orientation seminar at the Training Center in Kathmandu, which aims to provide basic knowledge about the Nepalese education system, culture, dress, food, as well as detailed information about the project, the school, Nepali language classes and much more.
