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Nepal in November 2025 Poverty Eradication. Social Justice. Global Engagement.

C$3,250Flight cost not included
Nov 15, 2025 Nov 29, 2025 Lamahi, Nepal Adult & Family Trip Community Building

Women’s Centre in LalpurGive a hand -up

The Hariyali Mother Group in Nepal was established in 2008 with the goal of
empowering women and mothers. Education, training, and community building aim
to improve the economic well-being of families by providing access to microfinance
and other economic opportunities. There are 26 members in the group.
Most of these women in the group do not own their land but rather live on
government land. Many of the families in the village rent land for agriculture. 33
families settled in Lalpur village and the main source of income is labour with some
small enterprise activity such as vegetable cultivation, and pig, chicken, and duck
rearing.
A building specifically for women in Lalpur will serve a variety of purposes, including
providing a safe space for women to gather and socialize. It can also be a place for
women to receive literacy classes and training, or to access healthcare and other
empowerment and support resources. 
Rukmaya Chaudhury is a member of the group and spoke about why a new building is necessary.“We need a building to hold meetings and classes. The current building is collapsing. During the rainy season, it is flooded.”
The project will be a multi-team effort with volunteers working with local tradesmen and others associated with DWC’s partner Creating Possibilities Nepal.

MAKE AN IMPACT
In Nepal
  • Gender inequality is the biggest problem in Nepal where girls are treated as subordinate to men. The situation in rural areas is worse than urban areas
  • Women in Nepal have been found to earn less than their male counterparts. While women earn NPR 12,000 per month, men earn NPR 23,800 per month in their ‘professional’ category.
  • Child marriage is common but not legal in Nepal. The practice of marrying young girls is often driven by poverty, but its prevalence varies across the country, depending on level of education, wealth, geographic location, religion, and ethnicity.

Volunteer to Make a DifferenceA Typical Workday in Nepal

Your DWC team will work with our in-country partner, Creating Possibilities, just outside the small town of Lamahi.

In general, expect to work 6-8 hours per day. After breakfast, the team is transported to the project site (by private bus) and the workday begins, between 8:00 and 9:00 AM. There will be lunch in the middle of the day, which is provided by our host partner. Your workday will end around 4:00 pm. You will be transported back to your hotel for an evening filled with a dinner out, cultural experiences, team bonding or R&R.

Your group will be led by a trained DWC team leader and will be working with a local site supervisor, translator and laborers to complete this project. The worksite will have various types of tasks to support all skill and strength levels of your team. No building experience is necessary, but a desire to connect with the locals and pitch in as you can is one of the best parts of DWC projects.

This trip includes all accommodations, airport pickup/drop off, a domestic flight, in-country transportation and three meals a day for the duration of the trip dates.

Nepal is a great place for a Trek

Expect warm and sunny days with daytime temperatures generally hovering around a pleasant 26°C. Temperatures can vary, depending on how high up in the mountains you’re trekking, so it’s a good idea to prepare for a little of everything.

Nepal is a Mecca for trekkers will offer lots of chances to hit the trails or take in some of the many rich cultural experiences that the country offers.

Trip Details

Itinerary
  • Saturday/Sunday, November 15/16 – Team arrives in Kathmandu, Nepal and explores Kathmandu
  • Monday, December 17 – Travel day via domestic flight and transport from Kathmandu to Lamahi
  • Tuesday, November 18 to Friday, November 21 – Project work
  • Saturday/Sunday , November 22/23 –  Explore the culture around Lamahi
  • Tuesday, November 24 to Thursday, November 27 – Project work
  • Friday, November 28 – Return to Kathmandu
  • Saturday November 29  –  Return home or continue travel in Nepal and beyond
Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost?
The cost of this trip is displayed at the top of the page. This cost includes accommodations, meals, in-country transport, program costs, and a donation to our host partner in their respective country. It does not include airfare and you are responsible for booking your own flights. The entire trip is 100% tax deductible. A $1000 non refundable deposit is due once the trip is confirmed which is then credited towards your trip cost. Your trip cost is due in its entirety 45 days prior to departure. Select trips may be subject to additional cultural activity fees. As of 2025 airfare will no longer qualify for a tax deductible receipt on our open trips. US volunteers may be subject to administrative fees/exchange rate adjustments.

Are accommodations included and what are they like?
DWC books your accommodations for you, and it is included in your Trip Cost! Your team will stay at a local hotel that is comfortable and clean. Rooms are booked as shared double occupancy. You may upgrade to a private room for an additional cost, where possible. We will do our best to accommodate adjustments.

Are meals provided and can dietary restrictions be accommodated?
All meals are included in your trip cost. Some meals will be at the hotel, while others at local restaurants. The food is prepared hygienically, and dishes range from local to standard western fare. Volunteers submit a health form to DWC and all requests for dietary restrictions will be provided to the Team Leader, hotel, and host partner, to be accommodated wherever possible. Your Trip Cost does not include tips, alcohol, or snacks.

Can I add personal travel onto this trip?
Absolutely! We want you to have the best travel experience possible. If you choose to add personal travel onto the front or back end of your trip, you are welcome to book your own accommodation and transportation arrangements for early arrivals or late departures, however you are required to arrive in time to fully participate in the volunteer experience with your team. Personal travel would not be covered in your tax-deductible receipt.

Can my family come on the trip with me?
The trip cost listed is a per person rate. Family members can participate in the trip as part of the volunteer team by paying a separate trip cost. Children 12-17 wishing to participate in a volunteer trip require a parent/guardian with them.

What is the minimum age requirement to volunteer?
Children under 12 are unable to participate in our program due to the nature of the volunteer work involved. Children 12-17 wishing to participate in a volunteer trip require a parent/guardian with them.

Do I need construction experience and how much will we work?
You don’t need special skills or training to be able to help. We hire local skilled labourers who will give training onsite for construction and team leaders. You will work at your own pace, within your own comfort level, five days a week from about 8AM to 4PM. Your evenings and weekends are free for cultural activities and relaxing.

What is the work site like and what is the intensity of the labour?
There is a building manager and translator on site. Tasks on the work site vary and you will only be asked to do what you are comfortable with and within your physical abilities. There is no pressure!

Why should I volunteer?
Support sustainable change with us. Learn about the world and yourself, lend a hand and build hope. Every bit of time spent on a DWC project is helping a person, a family, or a community. You’ll know that your contribution will make someone’s life better. DWC matches teams of volunteers and resources with people and organizations in developing nations to alleviate poverty and inspire hope and your efforts do have impact. The experience is enhanced by working as a team. Simply put, there is joy and self-discovery that comes with giving to others. And you’ll have fun doing it, too.

Are DWC trips religious or political in nature?
DWC has no religious or political affiliations.

Meet the Trip Leader

Each trip is coordinated by DWC with the help of a Team Leader, who has travelled with DWC previously, is First Aid Certified, and has completed a Criminal Record Check. Your Team Leader will liaise with DWC and ensure all your questions are answered. Your Team Leader will handle all team finances through the trip and travel with you to ensure the best possible travel and volunteer experience for their team! They also facilitate fun, cultural experiences where possible, ensuring group cohesion. See your Team Leader Biography here:

Alycia Joy

Alycia was an Air Force officer who led diverse teams ranging from maintenance professionals to ROTC cadets. She now leads a team who delivers training to Space Force officers. She enjoys traveling to Central and South America, making skiing harder than it needs to be, and spending quality time with her family.

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