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Women’s Empowerment Nepal

Women’s Empowerment – Kathmandu

Support English and life-skills classes for women completing an interrupted education, aged 15 to 60.

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Women’s Empowerment – Kathmandu

Overview

Everything you need to know

Program fee
From $405
Duration
2–12 weeks
Hours
3–5 hours/day
Start dates
Every 1st & 3rd Monday
Based in
Women’s education centers
Ages
16+ and families
Country
🇳🇵 Nepal
Support
24/7 in-country team

Essential country information

Language
Nepali, English
Climate
Mild valley climate, cooler and drier October–March
Currency
Nepalese Rupee (NPR); USD generally accepted for major fees.
Visas
Required for most nationalities; available on arrival for many passports. Check your local embassy.
Safety
24/7 local support and vetted host families provided.

Volunteering requirements

  • Volunteers must be 16 or older (families welcome).
  • A criminal background check is required.
  • Fluent or highly proficient in English.
  • Enthusiasm, cultural sensitivity, and a positive attitude.

Schedule

Your days on the project

Volunteering 3–5 hours/day, with evenings and weekends free to explore Nepal.

A typical day

Schedules vary by project and location, but a typical volunteering day looks like this:

  1. 07:30 AMBreakfast at the volunteer accommodation.
  2. 08:30 AMTravel to the project placement.
  3. 09:00 AMVolunteer duties commence.
  4. 12:30 PMLunch break.
  5. 02:00 PMResume volunteer duties.
  6. 04:00 PMVolunteer work finishes. Free time to explore or relax.
  7. 07:00 PMDinner at the volunteer accommodation.

Weekends are always free for you to relax, explore the local area, or take part in organized tourist activities!

Pricing

Transparent, all-inclusive fees

Our programs are priced affordably to ensure maximum impact for local communities. You only pay once your place is confirmed.

Volunteers in Nepal

Nepal

Program Fees for Nepal
DurationProgram FeeDue 30 days before you start. Covers the cost of hosting you.
2 weeks$405≈ $29/day
3 weeks$555≈ $26/day
4 weeks$700≈ $25/day
6 weeks$985≈ $23/day
8 weeks$1,260≈ $23/day
12 weeks$1,795≈ $21/day

Registration Fee

$259

Paid once your place is confirmed, in addition to the Program Fee. Applying is free.

Important things to note

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of $259 in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services.
  • A 4% international card payment processing fee is added at checkout.

Reviews

What volunteers say

“The other volunteers and my host family made Kathmandu feel like home within a week. I learned as much from the kids as I ever taught them.”
Priya N.

Priya N.

23, Teaching English in Nepal

“Construction days were hard work but seeing the finished classroom on our last day made every blister worth it.”
Liam O.

Liam O.

31, Construction & Renovation in Nepal

“I did the community kitchen program between semesters and honestly it reframed how I think about my own city. Small placement, big impact.”
Marcus T.

Marcus T.

20, Community Kitchen in Denver, USA

“Our host family in Monrovia treated us like their own kids. The health outreach team let us do real, hands-on work from day one.”
Anna K.

Anna K.

27, Community Health Outreach in Liberia

“The trail restoration crew treated me like a full team member, not a tourist with a shovel. I’d do it again in a heartbeat.”
Sofia R.

Sofia R.

24, Trail Restoration in Colorado, USA

“Every question I had before departure was answered within a day. It made a first solo trip abroad feel completely manageable.”
James B.

James B.

19, Childcare in Liberia

Ready to join Women’s Empowerment – Kathmandu?

Applying is free and takes about ten minutes. A Volunteer Travel Advisor will be in touch within one business day.

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