Description

Environmental degradation is a significant concern in Nepal. Problems such as loss of bio-diversity, deforestation, soil erosion, and environmental pollution threaten human survival. Environmental conservation projects address these issues directly through community education and collaboration, as well as hands-on conservation work. Volunteers participate in programs to develop medicinal plants, support local farmers with crop development and seed distribution, assist in erosion control planting efforts, or maintain local nurseries. These simple village-based nurseries produce seedlings used to support reforestation efforts through the establishment of community and private forests. All products produced in the nurseries go directly to the local people. Volunteers may work with local villagers or other volunteers in activities such as sowing, mulching, watering, weeding, and farming.

Qualifications

All applicants should have a desire to help the people of Nepal, flexibility, self-motivation, openness to a new culture and a willingness to learn.

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

Please see our website.

Program Fees Include:

* Pre-departure handbook to prepare you for your placement
* World Endeavors support for any of your pre-trip questions
* Airport pick-up and drop-off
* Nepali food and accommodations
* Support from local World Endeavors representatives
* Volunteer placement

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

• Community Development
• Environment

Typical Volunteer

World Endeavors volunteers are people from all backgrounds who are looking for a life-changing experience abroad. Our participants are of all ages and come from countries around the world. We seek to match volunteers to projects that best suit their interests and abilities in order to maximize their experience and their impact on their project.

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel

Independently

Application Process Involves

• Phone/Video Interview
• Written Application

World Endeavors's Mission Statement

World Endeavors is a provider of unique international volunteer, internship, and study programs. Our mission is to become a catalyst for positive change in our community and the world through quality international programs.