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Woman's Empowerment & Education in Nepal

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Program Overview

Many women in Nepal leave rural areas to seek employment in cities, hoping to improve life for their families. These women have little or no formal education and work as housemaids, making it difficult to access better job opportunities in a society where education—especially in English—is crucial for advancement.

You will play a key role in expanding their opportunities through structured English lessons and everyday conversation. All higher education in Nepal is conducted in English, making your teaching especially valuable.

During the first week of this program, you will take part in a mandatory culture week designed to help you understand local customs—an essential foundation when working with vulnerable communities.

A trained teacher will support you in planning your lessons, with a focus on inspiring women of all ages and helping them rediscover their strengths. You will teach groups with varying educational backgrounds, using a provided course book as a guide, particularly helpful for first-time educators. Creative methods are encouraged to make learning engaging and meaningful.

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Program Highlights

Empower women with education to help lift themselves and their families out of poverty.
Support women who lack even basic education by providing essential learning opportunities.
Teach various subjects, with a focus on developing English conversational skills.
Plan lessons and collaborate with a local teacher to deliver engaging educational content.
Stay in a volunteer house in Kathmandu alongside like-minded volunteers from around the world.

What's Included

Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
Wifi Costs
Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
In-Country Transportation To & From Project
On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
In-Country Orientation
Certificate of Completion

Program Details

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Locations

  • Kathmandu, Nepal

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • Year Round

Eligible Nationalities

  • All Nationalities
  • This Program is also open to Couples

Education Levels & Language

  • Language
  • English
  • Education
  • Master’s degree
  • Professional degree
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • University Senior (4th Year)
  • University 5th Year or More
  • University Junior (3rd Year)
  • University Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • University Freshman (1st Year)

Accommodation Options

  • Dormitory

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

Age Requirement

14+

Duration

  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months
  • 1-2 Years
  • Multiple Year
  • 9-12 Weeks
  • 7-12 Months
  • Summer
  • Alternative Spring Break
  • Winter

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Amy TAustralia · May 2025

Women's empowerment program in Kathmandu with IVI

I am deeply grateful for the privilege of getting to spend time with these women. Many of them were married at a young age and received very little education, but their determination to learn is inspiring. Getting to know them has given me a deeper appreciation for all the opportunities I have had in my life and it is incredibly rewarding to be able to share some of that with them. I have been able to see the difference I have made in such a short time and I have enjoyed learning from them as well. The local team has shown such wonderful hospitality and I have felt supported throughout my time here. The food is delicious and I have enjoyed learning how to prepare some traditional food. The people are very warm and welcoming and I will miss them greatly. It would be helpful to have a curriculum to follow so that we are able to teach more effectively and help the women learn as much as possible while they are at the school.

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Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad you felt supported and inspired during your time with the women.

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2025 Finalist - People’s Choice
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