Polyandry custom is one of the bad customs which can not be illuminated from the society even in this 21st century. This bad custom popular in various parts of Tibet is existing among the Tibetan origins nresiding in Himali region of Nepal. This polyandry custom exists in Doda caste of India, Aham caste of Africa and Shihalida caste of Srilanka.
This polyandry custom is exists in Lomthang or upper Mustang of Mustang District, samagaon, chhekampar village of Gorkha District and Kimathanka village of Sankhuwasabha.
Generally, there are two types of polyandry customs. If one woman marries with total brothers of the same family at the same time, it is called fraternal polyandry. Such a way, if one woman marries more men whoever they are at the same time, it is called non fraternal polyandry. Fraternal polyandry custom is popular in Himali region of Nepal.
In the course of study, it is found that there are various reasons of existing polyandry custom in some villages of Himali region. This type of custom found popular for the purpose of not creating crisis food stuff as the production of food stuff in Himali region is low and number of family members are more, controlling population, not dividing properties and lands and not separating and quarreling family members. Observing straightly, there are some positives aspects in this custom but comprehensively, polyandry custom is a negative bad custom itself. It affects badly in the health of society as well as family in long term basis. Due to polyandry custom, there are risks of increasing sex harassment, danger of low population and damaging health of woman. By deeming necessary to organize campaign for ending detested crime occurred upon the woman due to monopoly of male in this paternal oriented society, this organization has been operating comprehensive public awareness voluntary program for eradication of fraternal polyandry custom. Through this program, we have target to provide comprehensive health education to women and men of these villages and knowledge of positive side of westernize culture in this changeable condition of 21st century and we thereby invite to the entire world in the volunteer program to eradicate fraternal polyandry custom. Yours this small volunteer effort shall be proved milestone for eradication and cultural transformation of social bad custom.
Highlights:
There are some options for the volunteering placements within the program which is given which is given volunteer placement destinations page you can choose as your desire.
Program Durations available: 1 month / 6weeks
Price start from: US$ On request
Package Cost Include:
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Airport pickup and drop. |
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Language and cultural orientation training. |
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Sightseeing in Nepal as per itinerary. |
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Specialized training for your chosen program. |
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All Transportation and Coordinator Support. |
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All accommodation, Food (3 Meals a day). |
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24 hours Volunteer supervision, office administration and Other Services. |
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Cultural/Orientation course. |
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Emergency support. |
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Certificate of Appreciation /Completion. |
Package Cost does not include:
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Visa/Visa extension fee |
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Meals before training and after ending program in Kathmandu hotel |
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Traveling and other expenses out of the placement during weekends |
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Air Tickets (Domestic/International) |
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Airport departure Tax from Nepal( About $30 US dollars) |
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Insurance |
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Laundry service |
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Bar Bills |
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Telephone Calls |
Experience Required:
It is not necessary any Skills and Qualification to involve in Polyandry Eradication Research Program. Upon your arrival you will receive relevant training towards the projects. You should however have passion to help the women who is suffering from fraternal polyandry from her marrige. If you are flexible and patient, you’ll cope better during the project and successfully complete your project as working conditions. For this project volunteer may need physical efforts, so you should be in good health. We just ask our volunteers to be flexible, enthusiastic, be patient and an open mind. This Program is open to Worldwide Participants. It is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals.
Language & Orientation Week in Kathmandu:
You have the option to start your volunteering with one week long language & culture orientation week in Kathmandu. The week aims to provide important Language instructions, safety tips, and cultural knowledge before volunteers start their charity work. Volunteers would be giving 2 days guided city tour around Kathmandu valley too.
Project Location:
The project placements are located in all over Nepal according to your interest and chosen program. Mainly Kathmandu, Pokhara, Chitwan, and Lumbini. Most of the volunteer placements are located within 2-4 km. from their accommodation and volunteers use local transportation such as mini bus or taxis for their commuting.
Program Start Dates: The program starts on the 1st and 15th of each month, year round. Languages: English
Program Requirements:
Volunteers must be 16 years or older at the beginning of the program. Volunteers need to have an open mind and flexible attitude for working in a new and different environment. The volunteer should bring energy and enthusiasm to make a difference.
Arrangement of room/food/supervision:
CSOVPN will manage your accommodation, food and supervision while you work in a volunteer program. You will stay either with a host family, in a project hostel or in a Home base. In the Home base, you’ll share your room with other volunteers and use communal toilets. You’ll be served 3 meals a day. Meals in the Home base can be local or continental. In the host family, you’ll have a room for yourself and will be served 3 local meals a day. Staying with a host family will provide you with a wonderful opportunity to experience Nepali lifestyle and live with a warm and welcoming family. You can even learn to cook Nepali food. While volunteering, our staffs will visit you every two weeks. During the visit, we will check on your progress and make sure you’re satisfied and happy.
Transportation:
Volunteers are met at the Nepal International Airport in Katmandu, upon arrival into Nepal. Once you are in your placement you need to work out transport for any traveling you wish to do, whether this is simply to the local shops or further a field for sightseeing. Travel will usually be by micro bus, tempo, taxi, larger buses or simply walking. Any travel in this respect is at your own expense. Several projects are just walking distance.
Trip upgrade:
We proudly offer a variety of volunteer projects and travel packages in Nepal. You can customize or upgrade this travel itinerary to meet your specific interests. Not hesitate to contact us for more details.
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