The program was one of a kind. Not only was it educational, it was also fun and to give back to the community.
Suggest a trip to Pokhara (outside of Kathmandu) and see the Buddhas and the lake
For lunch or food/meal suggest a Nepali restaurant with Nepalese food. It’s so yummy.
1. **How would you describe/rate the support provided by our in-country Coordinator
**Amazing! The coordinator was very patient and accommodating with all of our needs. He was a great translator as well. His wife cooked really good food.
**2. What is your favorite memory of your trip?
**The people are my favorite part of the trip. The hike helped me be more mindful. The dance class was a lot of funs. Doing workshops with the local women was empowering and heartwarming.
**3. What was most personally challenging aspect of this program for you?
**Being able to be vulnerable and share my story to a room full of women and being away from my daughter was tough.
**4. Any tips for future volunteers… (Clothing, supplies, packing etc)
**Light weight jacket
Bring all wear layers
Pack light and have low maintenance hair.
**5. Personal Paragraph (Volunteer Program Testimonial):
**The program was one of a kind. Not only was it educational, it was also fun and to give back to the community.
Suggest a trip to Pokhara (outside of Kathmandu) and see the Buddhas and the lake
For lunch or food/meal suggest a Nepali restaurant with Nepalese food. It’s so yummy.
**6. Knowing Nepal is a developing country, what personal supplies do you recommend as a “must pack” for future volunteers coming to Kathmandu?:
**Wipes, Open mind, chocolates for kids, Cash, donate books.
7. Would you recommend this program? 100% Yes!
**8. As an alumnus, are you willing to speak to others interested in volunteering in Nepal?
**Yes 100%
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