General Orientation

Firstly, volunteers will be given their programme schedule, and an overview of FACE Nepal's structure and cost accounting framework. This is followed by health care tips, cultural "Do's & Don'ts" and advice on the protocol of interacting with the volunteer's host family and wider community. The nature of this orientation is informal, and will consist of discussions with FACE Nepal representatives, host families, and other volunteers as well as access to FACE Nepal's volunteer library.

Language Training

FACE Nepal offers one-on-one or group based introductory Nepali language courses. You will be taught basic communication skills by our professional language teacher and at your own pace. After your language tuition, you will have access to books and support to continue any language training throughout your placement. The ultimate aim is to help volunteers achieve foundational skills in Nepali language and culture before and during your programme. You will have many opportunities to use and improve the new language with your host family and throughout your stay. If volunteers want further formal training this can be arranged for an additional cost.

Local & Cultural Orientation

As an introduction to Nepalese culture and history, we take all volunteers on a tour of various historic sights in the Kathmandu Valley. Following that, we will help you with orientation of your placement area. This includes ensuring you can find essential places such as the Immigration Office and local post offices, banks, communication centres and health clinics. Volunteers will be given an overview of the religion, culture, history, caste system, politics and geography of Nepal. We will also discuss necessary precautions and generally help to prepare you for the diversity of Nepali life.

Living with your Nepalese host family will also provide a culturally rich environment for volunteers and they will answer any questions you may have on customs and traditions.

If you have any special training requests or questions about volunteer training, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Note: This training outline will differ slightly dependent on the volunteer's programme and whether your timetable accommodates this framework.