Volunteer Society Nepal : The best experience for volunteers, the best value for Nepal.

Volunteering at disability centre in Nepal Tihar Festival value cultural exchange program

Allison Dobek

Canada

Value Cultural Exchange Programs

Volunteer Society Nepal (VSN) is an amazing NGO that deeply cares about its volunteers and the Nepali people that they serve to assist. They offer numerous volunteer options and your program can be tailor-made to suit your interests. Regardless of your selection, your involvement in any of these volunteer options provide a valuable service to the communities they aim to help.
I chose to volunteer as an English teacher and I was impressed with the receptiveness and eagerness of the students, who offered endless smiles and laughter. On my last day of teaching, the school held a farewell ceremony in which I was treated to numerous tokens of gratitude from the students and the school. These are just a couple examples from a list of experiences that lead me to believe that I have received much more than I could ever give to the people of Nepal.

An advantage of volunteering with Volunteer Society Nepal (VSN) is their language training that thoroughly prepares you for your active participation in Nepali culture. This training works to enrich your interactions and exchanges with the Nepalese people, creating unforgettable cultural experiences.

Having a Masters in Anthropology, I was very impressed with the emphasis that Volunteer Society Nepal (VSN) places on cultural exchange. My trip to Nepal was rich with culture. Volunteers are privy to a number of cultural festivals and even intimate ceremonies such as weddings. With volunteers from around the world, you are given an opportunity to learn from both the friendly Nepali as well as from the other volunteers you encounter. For instance, although Canadian, I celebrated my first American Thanksgiving here in Nepal with the other volunteers and many Nepali friends in an enjoyable cultural exchange.

Another one of the cultural highlights from my volunteer experience was my family stay in Sunakothi, a quaint and beautiful village in Kathmandu Valley. This stay provided me with the opportunity to gain familiarity with village life and the agricultural activities that sustain it. My host family welcomed me as an additional “chhori” (or daughter) and their hospitality was endless. I especially enjoyed the food and the opportunity to offer my assistance working in the field with my Nepali “ama” (or mother). The close family relations that are central to life in the village will leave a lasting impression on me. I describe my stay at both Volunteer Society Nepal (VSN) and with my Nepali family as a home away from home and I plan in anticipation my next visit.

What Volunteers Say About Us?

Chiara Chirizzi

Italy

Thanks to Volunteer Society Nepal I had a great experience in Nepal. They look after you and support during your journey.I couldn’t ask for more..

Phara and Dora

Belgium and The Netherlands

We are two HBO 3 students and were looking for a trip for our education in which we could really make a difference. Volunteer Society.

Kelsey Brethour

Canada

Bishal, Sushil, Ishwor and Anjeela were so supportive and caring throughout my volunteer experience. They made me feel comfortable as a solo traveller and went.

Julia Michalkiewicz

Poland

I recommend Volunteer Society Nepal very much, especially if you go to Nepal for the first time. Beesal and Ramesh were very kind and helpful.

Özlem Gözen

Germany

I was warmly welcomed by my host family in Kathmandu on May 14, 2022 and stayed with my host family until May 18, 2022. I.

Erica Boland

USA

From the moment I landed, my time in Nepal has been an incredibly fun and exciting learning experience. After navigating the hectic Tribhuvan airport, I.

Bart Breugelmans

Belgium

Working in Nepal (volunteer at CBIA school) as a volunteer has been a rewarding experience for me. Not only was I allowed to teach about.