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just-one
Kathmandu, Nepal
Stories about this partner
My return to Nepal
just-one, by Gabriela Ruiz
June 14, 2010
After my volunteer experience in Nepal last year I learned how effective my studies in film making/multimedia could be in creating resources for development education. I came up with the idea of creating a film for use in schools to aid teachers in teaching students about development issues in developing countries, in this case Nepal. Once I proposed the idea to Omprakash I received nothing but enthusiasm as it fitted perfectly into their grass roots classroom initiatives. Once we discussed the finer points of the documentary and budget, I received $2500 for the project. I also contacted a development education organisation in Ireland (K.A.D.E. www.kade.ie) who offered to help me in putting together a teaching resource pack to work in tandem with the film, as well as opening up distribution channels around...
Working with disadvantaged children in Kathmandu
just-one, by Alan Burns
March 04, 2010
Hi, my name is Alan Burns a multimedia student from Ireland and a recent applicant of an Opmrakash volunteer grant. I received $1500 to travel to Nepal to work for a small non-governmental organization call just-one, who works with disadvantaged children in Kathmandu.I was in Nepal for just over two months (4thjune- 11thAug), and I must say it was the best decision I have ever made. Volunteer work can change your entire outlook on life, and as long as it is approached in an open-minded non-patronizing fashion it can be one of the most positive decisions you can ever make. However, it is not for everyone so carefully decide if its right for you. If I would give any advice to future volunteers it would be to learn as much...