Creative Minds Library Camp: Inspiring Learning Through Stories and Innovation

Background: A Center for Learning and Empowerment

The NaraTika Community Learning Center (NTCLC), nestled in the serene hills of Nisankhe, Okhaldhunga, is a transformative hub for education, creativity, and community development. Designed to support disadvantaged communities,

NTCLC offers:

A vibrant children’s center (ages 3–8).

An extensive library for readers aged eight and above.

Multi-functional spaces, including a computer lab, seminar hall, and training rooms for workshops and events.

The center incorporates sustainable practices, features a permaculture-inspired vegetable garden, and fosters lifelong learning. Volunteers are pivotal in energizing the center’s mission by engaging in creative and educational activities that inspire young minds.

Volunteers bring the magic of storytelling, interactive learning, and artistic expression to children through the Creative Minds Library Camp while enhancing literacy and life skills in a dynamic, supportive environment.

Objectives of the project:

Ignite a love for reading and promote literacy through storytelling and library activities.

Foster creativity and self-expression via arts, crafts, and writing workshops.

Equip children with critical thinking, teamwork, and communication skills through engaging, hands-on activities.

Volunteer Activities

As a volunteer, you will engage in meaningful and enjoyable activities that make a lasting impact:

Storytelling and Literacy

Lead interactive storytelling sessions to spark imagination and instill moral values and cultural appreciation.

Organize and catalog library resources to improve accessibility.

Create a child-friendly reading environment that encourages curiosity and learning.

Creative and Educational Workshops

Conduct art and craft sessions to stimulate creativity and hands-on learning.

Help children write stories, poems, or journals, fostering their writing and self-expression skills.

Use songs, rhymes, and games to teach basic English in a fun, interactive way.

Skill Development

Organize critical thinking games to enhance problem-solving and logic.

Teach life skills such as teamwork, empathy, and effective communication through storytelling and group discussions.

Community Engagement

Lead mobile reading sessions at local schools, extending the joy of learning beyond the center.

Support cleaning and gardening initiatives to maintain a welcoming and eco-friendly learning space.

Location: Nisankhe, Okhaldhunga

The center is located in Siddhicharan Municipality, Ward 2, Okhaldhunga district, approximately 250 km from Kathmandu. A scenic 8-10-hour jeep ride takes you through Nepal’s stunning hills and fertile fields.

For more information about NTCLC and its programs, visit.

Participation Fee

The program fee is 270 Euros (+ 100 Euros for transportation), payable upon arrival at the VIN Office.

Application Process

Please complete the Volunteer Exchange Form (VEF) through your sending organization. Once received, VIN will provide a detailed information sheet and an acceptance letter.

Why Join the Creative Minds Library Camp?

Please make a Difference: Help children overcome literacy barriers while fostering creativity and confidence.

Experience Cultural Immersion: Engage with Nepalese communities and experience the country’s rich traditions and breathtaking landscapes.

Learn and Grow: Develop your education, leadership, and intercultural communication skills.

Join us in creating a world where stories inspire change, creativity flourishes, and learning never stops!

Volunteer Now: Be the spark that lights young minds and makes learning a joyful adventure!