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Long and Middle Term Voluntary Service in Asia

International Long and Middle Term Voluntary Service (LMTV) has been rapidly developed in Asia with creating unique impact to improve the situations of the environment, culture, development and so on, to activate the local communities and to promote intercultural understanding and friendship naturally, widely and deeply among the volunteers (mostly youth) and local people. We also provide the opportunity of volunteer work that you can take advantage of. It is also distinguished as one of powerful tools to grow up “global human resources” expected in many of universities, companies and governments.

Challenges and the Potential

On the other hand, the projects are not promoted yet widely enough compared with the potential needs in the societies due to lack of cross sectional collaboration, recognition in the societies and capacities of NGOs. In Europe, an exchange scheme of Long Term Volunteers named EVS (European Voluntary Service) has been actively organized since 1996 by collaboration between European Commission and NGOs in each country. As there is no such a wide intergovernmental agency in the whole Asia, NGOs have even a bigger role and mission to lead creation of AVS (Asian Voluntary Service) that could bring huge benefits for the betterment of the societies as well as stronger collaboration, promotion and quality improvement of international voluntary service NGOs by having common, standardized scheme.

General Aims Applying to All Projects

  • Strengthen solidarity and positive peace in Asia.
  • Improve situations of commnities by direct actions.
  • Promote volunteerism and active citizenship.
  • Grow up friendship and inter-cultural understanding.
  • Develop global human resources and capacities.

Specific Aims Depending on the Themes of The Projects

  • Environment Forests, Water, Climate change, Bio-diversity, etc.
  • Development Poverty, Health, Disaster relief, Activating villages,
  • Culture Heritage, Diversity,Creation, etc.
  • Education Formal, Informal,Non-formal, etc.
  • Social welfare Children, refugees, challenged people, indigeous, etc.

By these outcomes, we aim to create a sustainable, fair and peaceful world through our volunteer work and service where various types of ecologies/ cultures/ personalities/ communities can harmoniously glittered with their own colors. Beyond limitation of the present modern civilizations with huge destruction of nature, traditions and human relationship.

CodeProject LocationProject CountryProject ThemeFeeDateVols
AVS15-BWCA-1UjgramBangladeshDEVE, ENVI2002015/02/01 to 2016/01/315 int’ll and 3 local
AVS15-CYA-1KampotCambodiaDEVE, EDUC4002015/02/01 to 2015/11/306 in’ll and 1 local
AVS15-FSL-1KundapurIndiaENVI3172015/02/01 to 2015/04/302 in’ll and 1 local
AVS15-RUCHI-1BoghdharIndiaEDUC3602015/05/01 to 2015/07/312 in’ll and 1 local
AVS15-RUCHI-2BaddiIndiaENVI, EDUC3602015/02/01 to 2016/01/312 in’ll and 2 local
AVS15-SMILE-1MadhyamgramIndiaENVI3562015/02/1 to 2015/04/306 in’ll and 1 local
AVS15-IIWC-1MangkangIndonesiaENVI2542015/02/1 to 2015/07/312 in’ll and 1 local
AVS15-NICE-1MashikoJapanENVI02015/02/01 to 2015/12/042 in’ll and 3 local
AVS15-NICE-2KurogiJapanENVI02015/05/01 to 2015/11/302 in’ll and 1 local
AVS15-COM-1PayartaungMyanmarEDUC, DEVE2652015/02/01 to 2015/04/152 in’ll and 1 local
AVS15-VIN-1JitpurphediNepalSOCI, EDUC3812015/02/01 to 2015/07/314 in’ll and 2 local
AVS15-VIN-2JitpurphediNepalEDUC3812015/02/01 to 2016/01/314 in’ll and 2 local
AVS15-VIN-3JitpurphediNepalDEVE, EDUC3812015/02/01 to 2016/01/314 in’ll and 2 local
AVS15-VSA-1MuangThailandENVI2432014/04/01 to 2014/06/306 in’ll and 2 local
AVS15-YSDA-1ManilaPhilippinesSOCI1122015/05/01 to 2015/07/304 in’ll and 1 local
AVS15-DALAA-1Kok PayomThailandEDUC2472015/02/01 to 2016/01/314 in’ll and 1 local
AVS15-DALAA-2Kuan Mai BongThailandENVI2472015/02/01 to 2016/01/316 in’ll and 1 local
AVS15-DALAA-3Baan Kok RiangThailandENVI2472015/02/01 to 2016/01/316 in’ll and 1 local
AVS15-VSA-1Yor IslandThailandCULT2472015/02/01 to 2015/04/156 in’ll and 2 local
AVS15-SJV-1Ha NoiVietnamENVI3532015/02/01 to 2016/01/312 in’ll and 1 local
AVS15-SJV-2Ha LongVietnamSOCI, EDUC3532015/02/01 to 2016/01/312 in’ll and 1 local
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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