Our Volunteers Section at Volunteers Initiative Nepal (ViN) is dedicated to celebrating the incredible efforts of our national and international volunteers who help empower marginalised communities in Nepal. This section introduces, honours, and showcases their work while inspiring others to join.

1. Volunteer Profiles Overview

Our “Our Volunteers” section is structured to provide an easy and comprehensive overview of all volunteers, categorised into:

Each profile includes:

  • Name
  • Country
  • Project Name
  • The start and end dates of their volunteering period are displayed.

This gives visitors a quick insight into each volunteer’s involvement, making it simple to see the diversity and scope of their contributions across various projects in Nepal.

2. Clickable Volunteer Profiles

Each volunteer’s name is clickable, leading to a detailed profile page. These profiles provide a deeper look at their work and experiences with ViN.

3. Detailed Volunteer Profile

Once clicked, users are taken to the detailed profile, which offers more information:

Basic Information:

This includes the full name, country of origin, and a detailed description of the project the volunteer worked on, with a link to the actual project page.

Volunteer Experience (Optional):

Testimonial:

Volunteers can share personal stories about their experience, their impact on the community, and how it influenced their growth.

Volunteer Story:

A first-person narrative detailing their time in Nepal, challenges, and the most rewarding moments.

Short Biography:

A brief background of the volunteer and their motivations for joining ViN.

Blog/Article Links:

If the volunteer has written blogs or external articles, links to these are provided for more in-depth reading.

Work Reports:

A link to any reports related to their work with ViN.

Contributions & Achievements:

This section highlights the critical tasks the volunteers completed, the goals they met, and the impact they made on the community. It summarises how the volunteers’ efforts benefited the local population.

Media Section:

(Subject to consent) Includes photos, videos, and feedback from community members and ViN staff who worked with the volunteer. This adds a personal and visual touch to their story.

Volunteer Legacy:

If the volunteer continues to engage with ViN after their project, their ongoing contributions are highlighted here. There’s also an opportunity to share links or details for those wishing to support the volunteer’s cause through donations or awareness.

4. Navigation Features

To ensure ease of use, we’ve included several features:

Search Bar:

Easily find volunteers by their name, country, or project.

Filter Options:

You can filter profiles by project areas like Education, Health, or Environment to quickly identify volunteers involved in specific sectors.

Interactive Map (Optional):

A visual map showing the global reach of ViN’s volunteers, illustrating where they come from.

5. Encourage Volunteering

At the bottom of each volunteer profile, there’s a call to action encouraging visitors to:

Volunteer Sign-Up:

Links to our sign-up page for those inspired to contribute their time and skills.

Donation Links:

Providing visitors with an easy way to support ongoing projects financially.

6. Social Sharing

Visitors can easily share these inspiring volunteer profiles on social media, helping to spread awareness about ViN’s work and encouraging more people to get involved.

This Our Volunteers section not only highlights the incredible contributions of our volunteers but also inspires others to take action, whether through volunteering or supporting ViN’s mission in other meaningful ways.

Your Experience/Setting

On arrival you will be greeted at Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) and transported to your hotel / hostel (alternative arrangements can be made for those already in Nepal prior to the start of their placement). You will then receive a comprehensive a two to three-day induction, during that time you will be provided with information about your particular project as well as general information, including basic Nepalese language and culture, health and safety. This is also a good time to mix with other volunteers or interns who may be great sight-seeing companions and a source of support during your volunteer placement.

During the induction you will be accommodated in a budget hotel or hostel at VIN. However, a large part of the VIN experience comes from the immersion of a

home stay with a Nepalese host family. While this is an essential part of the experience we also recognize that it can be a challenging one, becoming part of a new culture and becoming accustomed to facilities that will be more basic than those you are used to. However, all our host families are experienced in accommodating volunteers – although their ability to speak English will vary – and you will have 24 hours’ access to contact and support from our staff members during your placement.

Volunteers will be placed in one of VIN’s working areas namely Tarakeshor Municipality of Kathmandu, Taluwa, Thulachhap and Bhadaure of Okhaldhunga, and Okharpouwa, Kaule of Nuwakot district. While at the working site the volunteers are requested to bring their own lunch, water bottle, safety gears, face mask and other essential belongings. As a volunteer you are advised to be in a comfortable and modest attire with preferably long sleeves. If you wish to raise project funds or collect project specific resources, you may contact us.

Requirements

  • Gender: Female / Male
  • Minimum Age: 18+ years (16-17 years old person can volunteer but need to present parents’ consent letter)
  • Language: English (Intermediate)
  • Educational: High School Graduate

Schedule and Commitment

You will work five to six days a week, up to six hours per day. You may propose your preferred time and hours; however, the working time period will be dependent on the institution you have been placed. A minimum of 2 weeks’ time commitment is expected of a volunteer. The longer you commit, the better impact you can make. You should be willing to commit a certain amount of your free time and energy, show a lot of commitment and be a good listener. You are expected to work constructively and co-operatively maintaining good reputation and standards at all times. Volunteer should abide by relevant security concerns and access procedures. Moreover, you should be receptive and positive to performance appraisal, advice and feedback. Throughout your placement you will have the full support of VIN. Your safety is our highest priority.

Mentoring and Support System

You will receive a clear and concise on-the-job instructions, course of action, context of work and policies/strategies before your placement begins. You will be

provided with ample of guidance and support throughout the placement with trainings / onboarding sessions incase necessary. You will be in a constant communication and regular check-in with the VIN volunteer coordinator. VIN aims to maintain a culture of continuous feedback between the volunteer supervisor at the placement to monitor the performance of the volunteer and ensure the project delivers desired outcomes.

In case of an emergency, you may contact one of our Volunteer Coordinators who will be available anytime for your assistance and support.

Time and Fees

Mid and Long Term Volunteers:
  • 2 weeks minimum stay- € 385
  • 3 weeks – 470€
  • 4 weeks – 555€ (after 4 weeks for each additional week we charge €75)
University Internships:
  • 4 weeks minimum stay- € 615 (for each additional week we charge €85)

What VIN offers you in return?

  • On Arrival orientation (two to three days)
  • Food and Accommodation during on arrival orientation at VIN’s hostel / budget hotel on sharing basis
  • Food and Accommodation during Placement: Nepali Standard local host family – 3 meals a day
  • Transportation: Airport pick up; one time transport to and from the project site
  • Local volunteers’ support cost (optional)
  • VIN T-shirt
  • Certificate of participation
  • 24 hours emergency support
  • VIN admin cost.

What is excluded? Airfare, VISA (http://www.nepalimmigration.gov.np/page/tourist-visa), vaccinations, travel & medical insurance, return airport transfer, personal travel and weekend activities expenses etc.

Desirable/ Common Skills 

  • Excellent communicator with good interpersonal skills
  • A team player with good work ethics
  • Time management and leadership qualities
  • Adaptable, flexible and able to work under pressure
  • Accepting of different ideas and culture
  • Problem solving: always be part of solutions than part of a problem
  • Creative