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Nepal Global Health Internship (short-term) (Directory Program)

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  • Locations: Pokhara, Nepal
  • Program Terms: Academic Year, Calendar Year, Fall, J-Term, Jan Term, Janterm, May Term, Semester, Spring, Summer, Summer I, Summer II, Summer III, Summer IV, Trimester, Winter
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  • Program Sponsor: GVI 
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Nepal Global Health Internship (short-term)

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Volunteer in Nepal with GVI and get the opportunity to explore this mountainous region surrounded by romantic rhododendron forests, rice paddies, and gorges of lowland bamboo. 

When you volunteer in Nepal with GVI, you will be contributing directly to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) by working towards focused, long-term goals that are set together with local communities. 
 
Nepal has one of the densest concentrations of world heritage sites in the world, so your time here will be met with equal parts cultural exploration, trekking the vast Himalayan mountains, and personal development as you learn skills and make an impact with local communities.
 
PROGRAM FOCUS
 
The medical sector is increasingly recognising the value of preventative health. Earn work experience in this field by completing a public health internship with GVI in Nepal. Interns work on preventative health initiatives set up in collaboration with local community partners and in alignment with UN SDG, #3, Good Health and Well-Being. The aim of our team and health interns is to educate community members on preventative health measures and support the establishment of healthy routines in schools.

Preventive health initiatives include our healthy routines project run with local pre-primary and primary school children set up in accordance with UNICEF’s WASH, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene program, women’s health discussions run with girls and women in the local community, and Emergency First Aid workshops offered to local educators, parents, or other community members.

In addition to contributing to ongoing projects, health interns are tasked with designing and implementing their own project that contributes to the long term goals of the public health project. Interns start by identifying a need in the community and working with their assigned on-site mentor to develop solutions. You will also work with local community liaisons to ensure that you are informed about cultural issues and assisted with overcoming the language barrier.  

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LOCATION
 
Travel to central Nepal to visit, volunteer and trek in Pokhara, just 200 kilometres west of Nepal's capital city, Kathmandu. Pokhara is a popular tourist destination and actually the second most visited city in Nepal. The region is loved for its tranquil environment, mountain views, as well as its beautiful freshwater lake. Pokhara is situated beside the banks of the Phewa Lake, and has views of three of the highest mountains in the world.
 
Volunteer in Nepal and experience the diverse Himalayan scenery. This country offers volunteers the chance to learn about different cultural traditions and religions as well as enjoy a range of outdoor adventures.
 
Volunteers in Nepal will have an opportunity to see Pokhara and its many temples. And for the adventurous type, volunteer work in Nepal can be paired with trekking or white river rafting trips. Make the most of everything Pokhara has to offer, and gain insight into Nepali people and culture during your stay as a volunteer in Nepal.
 
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
 
  • Gain experience in global public health.
  • Contribute to UN SDG, # 3 Good Health and Well-being participate in the GVI Leadership Course
  • Earn your GVI ILM Leadership Development certificate, a qualification recognised by the Institute of Leadership & Management (ILM).
  • Live and work with other participants from all around the world who are all committed to making a global impact. 
  • Immerse yourself in Nepali culture at our homestay-style accommodation on the edge of Pokhara’s Lake Phewa. 
  • Experience the natural beauty of Nepal while trekking or paragliding.
If applying for this program to obtain credit from an institution, GVI can supply learning outcomes and support in the application.
 
For more information, check out our video https://youtu.be/D8x_O20fHk4