




Empower Rural Nepal: Volunteer Health Program
Real Journey Nepal actively bridges the gap between rural Nepali communities and experienced medical and health personnel from both Nepal and around the globe. Our Health Program mobilizes volunteers with expertise in medical and health fields, directing them to rural areas where government health services are scarce. Many rural Nepali people often hesitate to seek hospital care or modern health services due to traditional beliefs, superstition, and cultural influences. Instead, they may turn to faith healers or witch doctors, which can lead to fatal outcomes due to the lack of proper medical treatment. By living and working within these communities, Health Program volunteers play a crucial role in exposing rural Nepali people to the benefits of modern medicine.
Volunteering in health with Real Journey Nepal is a fantastic way to engage with some of the most under-resourced medical institutions in the developing world. As a medical volunteer in Nepal, you’ll have the opportunity to observe and participate in medical work across various departments, making a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of rural communities.
Most medical volunteer work is based in Kathmandu, Chitwan, Pokhara, and Banepa hospitals and polyclinics.
How Volunteers Make a Difference
Volunteers often collaborate with local experts, gaining insights into traditional building methods. No prior construction experience is necessary; volunteers engage in tasks like digging, mixing sand and cement, carrying materials, fetching water, and painting. Experienced volunteers are valued and can contribute based on their skills.
Individual construction programs typically span one to three weeks, facilitated by Volunteer Society Nepal, which provides logistical support, including accommodation, meals, training, and more.
Upon completion of a construction project, volunteers interested in extending their stay can participate in other programs such as teaching, health services, community education, and environmental initiatives, or work in orphanages.
Qualifications and Skills
No specific qualifications are required, but a willingness to get involved and embrace hands-on tasks is essential. Those with relevant skills like plumbing, painting, gardening, or playground construction are encouraged to apply. The Construction Program welcomes group participation, making it ideal for teams eager to collaborate.
Given the dynamic nature of the work, flexibility and adaptability are key traits for volunteers. A positive attitude, good physical fitness, and readiness to assist wherever needed are valued attributes in this rewarding program.

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