NGO Support in Kathmandu

My time in Kathmandu working with a local NGO was incredible! My favourite part was the homestay experience, the family I lived with were so welcoming, kind and helpful, the food was delicious, and by the end of the 10 weeks I truely felt part of the family. The friends I made throughout my time made the experience extra special and our weekend adventures were an absolute highlight!
The NGO I worked with provided so many opportunities for me to be involved in a variety of projects including, education, environment and health. I was able to learn and see so many aspects of Nepalese culture and local life in Kathmandu I would not have otherwise been able to experience. Their organisation is simply so understaffed that I felt anything I could take off their overflowing plates was helpful. Each day varied from writing reports and proposals to helping set up and run local training programs.
I cannot recommend this experience enough! The team in Nepal ensure that each program is ethically run and the volunteers are in placements that genuinely need extra support. All in all, an amazing experience and opportunity for anyone looking to learn more about Nepal and its people. I would definitely recommended staying for a longer period of time if possible, everyone I met who only stayed for 1-2 weeks wished they had booked for longer!