Category Archives: Nepal Facts

Using The Gap Year

Posted on January 13, 2016 by friendsofvinusa

Good article on student, Kristian Gaylord using “down” time to get involved at great heights both literally and figuratively. You can do the same through FVIN  

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Chaupadi- Dealing with difficult cultural differences

Posted on November 11, 2014 by friendsofvinusa

For a travel-lover, living in the midst of another culture is exciting and intriguing.  It can also be downright awkward and call into question one’s own value system.  One of the things I struggled with during my stay in Nepal … Continue reading →

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200‚000 Marigold Garlands being Imported for Tihar

Posted on October 22, 2014 by friendsofvinusa

The Tihar festival continues this week, in Nepal. Here’s an article from the Himalayan Times speaking to marigolds (traditional flower for the festival) being imported because of high demand. While volunteering in Jitpurphede in 2011, marigold fields were prominent. You … Continue reading →

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Happy Tihar Everyone!!!

Posted on October 20, 2014 by friendsofvinusa

The Tihar Festival is beginning today in Nepal (October 21st).  5 days full of a combination of our Christmas and 4th of July. Exchanging of gifts, stringing of lights, decorations, tons of food, singing, dancing. Kathmandu, Nepal (photo: Prakash Mathema/AFP/Getty … Continue reading →

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Why Choose Nepal – By Sadie Green

Posted on July 30, 2013 by friendsofvinusa

Why Choose Nepal? Why Volunteer in Nepal? Nepal is a country of sublime beauty, both scenic and cultural.  The astounding natural landscape, myriad of attractive activities, and the well-preserved and exotic cultures make this country one of the most compelling … Continue reading →

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Women and Girls Matter! By Sadie Green

Posted on July 24, 2013 by friendsofvinusa

“What we are learning around the world is that if women are healthy and educated, their families will flourish. If women are free from violence, their families will flourish. If women have a chance to work and earn as full … Continue reading →

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