Teaching on top of the World: Nepal

  Nepal

• Kathmandu: 
Kathmandu

Description: We have worked in Nepal since 1990 when we began to send volunteers to the magnificent Helambu region of Nepal to help rural schools in the area. During our time there we built a new school and have helped educate many hundreds of children from that region, one of whom is currently sponsored to attend university in the UK, learning skills to take back to his home village in Nepal!

Currently we have projects in the Chuakot region of Nepal where volunteers are teaching in rural primary and secondary schools as well as projects in the historic city of Kathmandu. In Kathmadu we are currently working in several secondary schools including a school set up for street children and orphans. In addition to these projects we are also running business development projects working with women's groups.

Highlights: Living and working in Nepal is a fascinating experience! You will get the chance to be part of day to day life in this ancient and mystical country. You will be close to some of the world's best treks, and the Kathmandu valley - with its wonderful historic towns and temples.

Our projects all work with indigenous people to help them promote their skills and knowledge. Our programmes are not linked with any religious or political movement.

Qualifications: A good level of general education; A good knowledge of the English language; flexibility; cultural interest; ability to cope in a rural environment

Cost in US$: $1600+

Salary / Pay: Volunteers make a small financial contribution to help the development of our projects world wide.

Experience Required: no

Typical Volunteer: The average age of a Mondo volunteer is 32. Couples and families are welcome and receive a 15% discount (this also applies to friends traveling together). Approximately 50% of our volunteers are non-UK based, with a large number of volunteers from North America, Europe and Australia. Our volunteers have a good level of general education and are enthusiastic, culturally aware, adaptable and highly motivated.

Age Range: 20-69

Participants Travel to Nepal Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently Or in Groups of 2-3

Application Process Involves:

• In-Person Interview when Feasible
• Letters of Reference
• Phone Interview
• Written Application

Post Services Include:

• Alumni Network
• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home

MondoChallenge's Mission Statement: MondoChallenge is a not for profit charity which sends volunteers (gap year, university & post university, career break, sabbatical etc) to help with development programs in Africa, Asia and South America. Our programs are community based and the normal stay is from 2-4 months. Volunteers are currently involved in teaching, business development, healthcare and environmental programs.

Year Founded: 2001