Location
  • Nepal
Need-based funding
Health & Safety

Program Details

Language
English
Age Min.
18
Timeframe
Short Term Spring Break Summer Winter Year Round
Groups
Small Group (1-15) Medium Group (16-30) Large Group (31+)
Travel Type
Budget Family Older Travelers Solo Women

Pricing

Price Details
Volunteering on Project Nepal is free of charge and we provide food and accommodation in return for all your hard work. Volunteers are responsible for getting themselves to the project, and they must have travel insurance if the project is not in their home country. There is no minimum amount of time you have to commit to and no special skills or previous experience required. We only ask for enthusiasm and a strong work ethic.
What's Included
Accommodation Equipment Some Meals
What's Not Included
Airfare Airport Transfers SIM cards Transportation Travel Insurance Visa
Jan 22, 2025
Jan 24, 2025
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About Program

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in disaster-affected communities around the world? We need you! Join All Hands and Hearts (AHAH) in Nepal and help rebuild a school while immersing yourself in the vibrant local culture.

Over 20 years, AHAH has provided community-driven, volunteer-powered disaster relief, mobilizing over 68,000 volunteers across 182 programs and positively impacting 1.4 million lives worldwide.

Our latest program in Nepal launched in December 2024. We are rebuilding a school in the Makwanpur District, where students have been taught in unsafe learning since the 2015 earthquakes. Over the course of four months, we’ll construct a disaster-resilient school with three new classrooms using sustainable, cutting-edge building techniques.

Volunteers will engage in various roles, from construction assistance to leading community workshops. Free accommodation and three meals on working days are provided.

Make a difference — join us in Nepal!

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Program Highlights

  • Free accommodation
  • Free meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) six days a week
  • Construction training
  • Cross-cultural exchanges - you will meet volunteers from all over the world!
  • No program fee

Program Reviews

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Sushant
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Absolutely Recommended!

Volunteering with All Hands and Hearts (AHAH) for a week was an unforgettable and transformative experience. As my first time going for such volunteer opportunity, AHAH set an incredible example of meaningful community service combined with cultural exchange. The experience not only allowed me to contribute to a great cause but also provided invaluable exposure to diverse cultures and perspectives.

One of the most rewarding aspects of my time with AHAH was working on projects that directly benefited school children. Seeing their smiles and knowing that our efforts were contributing to their future brought me immense happiness and a deep sense of fulfillment. The experience reinforced my belief in the power of education and community-driven initiatives.

AHAH also did a fantastic job of helping volunteers immerse themselves in the local culture through initiatives like Mason’s Day and Friday school visits, where we got the chance to interact with children through games and activities. These moments helped me connect with the local community on a personal level and understand their way of life beyond the worksite.

Beyond the local engagement, interacting with volunteers from around the world was an eye-opening experience. I learned French and German phrases, discovered how to make authentic Italian gnocchi, and exchanged stories about traditions and customs from different parts of the world.

The staff were incredibly friendly and supportive, making it easy to blend in with the team and the locals. While the work was physically demanding at times, the encouragement and camaraderie of my fellow volunteers made every challenge worthwhile.

Suggestions for improvement:
Overall, the program was well-structured, but having more opportunities to engage in longer conversations with local community members could further enrich the cultural exchange.

Rating: 5/5

What was your funniest moment?
It was when we chose to climb a dry water stream thinking we will find a way to other side from the top of hill but there was no way neither up nor down once we were halfway there.
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