YWC Youth Empowerment in Tinpipple and Jitpurphedi
Published on: 25 Feb 2025

VIN YWC Youth Empowerment Team Update: Empowering Youth in Tinpipple and Jitpurphedi

The #YWC #ESC Youth Empowerment team continues to make a significant impact by reaching out to local communities and inspiring youth to take charge of their futures. Recently, the team hosted two highly successful mini-assemblies in the Tinpipple community and at Jitpurphedi School, focusing on empowerment, creativity, and leadership development.

Empowering the Youth in Tinpipple Community

The team kicked off the week by engaging with the vibrant youth in the Tinpipple community. The mini-assembly was designed to allow local youth to visualize and articulate their goals and aspirations. One of the highlights of the event was the creation of vision boards, a powerful tool that helped participants reflect on their dreams and set concrete steps toward achieving them.

The session didn’t stop there: the group engaged in an interactive brainstorming session where they discussed ideas for creating a youth club that would serve as a platform for leadership, creativity, and collective action. The conversation was filled with enthusiasm, as young people eagerly shared ideas for community projects, skill-building workshops, and social activities that could foster a sense of belonging and growth.

Through these activities, the Youth Empowerment team helped the youth of Tinpipple to set a positive direction for their future, encouraging them to take initiative and become leaders in their own right. The team was incredibly proud of the creativity, energy, and hope that filled the room during the mini-assembly.

Wrapping Up the Final Mini-Assembly at Jitpurphedi School

The second major event took place at Jitpurphedi School, where the Youth Empowerment team wrapped up their final mini-assembly with 45 eager students in attendance. These students, brimming with curiosity and excitement, were ready to engage with the team and take part in activities that would help shape their future paths.

During the assembly, the students participated in various empowerment exercises that encouraged them to think critically about their roles in their communities and beyond. The session was aimed at inspiring students to become active participants in their own growth and development and to take ownership of their educational and personal journeys.

As the team wrapped up the session, there was a sense of pride and fulfillment knowing that they had successfully contributed to the empowerment of these young minds.

Grateful for the opportunity to inspire and guide the next generation, the team hopes that the students of Jitpurphedi will continue to carry forward the values of leadership, initiative, and positivity in their daily lives.

Looking Forward

The YWC Youth Empowerment team is determined to continue its work in developing a generation of empowered youth who are equipped to build a better future for themselves and their communities. These recent mini-assemblies are just the beginning of a larger movement to engage, educate, and inspire young people across various regions.

Through activities like vision board creation, brainstorming for community projects, and leadership development, the team is confident that they are helping set the foundation for a bright and positive future for the youth in both Tinpipple and Jitpurphedi.

As the team reflects on the success of these assemblies, they are already looking ahead to future opportunities to connect with more youth, amplify their voices, and empower them to make meaningful changes. Together, the next generation of leaders is ready to take on the challenges of tomorrow with confidence and determination.

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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