RAISING PEACE CAMPAIGN | VINWC26-21 | 2026-09-27 - 2026-10-08 | EDU,CULT | Age: 18 - 60

Do you believe in a world free of violence? You can help make that dream a reality by joining the Raising Peace Campaign in Nepal. This campaign is designed to raise awareness about the ongoing violence against women and girls in Nepali society and to empower local communities to take action.About the CampaignIn Nepal, violence against women and girls remains a serious and often hidden problem. It is reported that one-third of married women face emotional, physical, or sexual violence from their spouses. Beyond this, thousands of girls and women are trafficked into forced labor or prostitution each year. Around 5,000 to 12,000 girls aged 10 to 20 are trafficked annually, with 75 of them being under 18 years old. Sadly, many of these women are forced into prostitution.There are many forms of violence that women and girls face in Nepal, including:-Sexual abuse, incest, and rape, often committed by family members.-Trafficking and forced prostitution.-Neglect that can even lead to death.-Feticide and infanticide are often due to gender preference.-Dowry demands and wife abuse.This campaign will educate the community on human rights and violence against women, empowering them to make a stand for change.What Makes This Campaign Special?1.Powerful Awareness Campaigns: The campaign will deliver strong messages of empowerment, such as Say NO to Violence against Women through public drama performances. These performances will draw attention to the issue and spark conversation.2. Interactive Public Forums: We will organize open forums in public spaces where community members can interact and discuss women s violence, its problems, and its solutions. This space will allow open dialogue and learning and empower everyone to take action.3. Education and Empowerment: We aim to educate both men and women about women s rights and help them understand how to implement these rights in their daily lives. We can foster lasting change by bringing human rights education directly to the community.Objectives of the Campaign-Raise Awareness: Spread awareness in the local community about violence against women and its damaging effects.-Promote Women s Rights: Educate people about women s rights and how to implement and protect them at the local level actively.-Empower the Community: Engage local leaders, teachers, women s groups, and teenage girls to spread peace and equality.

Work: Activities You ll Be Part of1. Awareness SessionsWe will conduct awareness sessions for both men and women to educate them about the different forms of violence women face and how everyone can help stop it.2. Public Forums for InteractionOrganize interactive discussions in public spaces where community members can share their thoughts and ideas about women s violence, the problems faced, and possible solutions.3. Educational Material DevelopmentDevelop and distribute educational materials highlighting women s rights and providing tools for fighting violence.

Accomodation and food: The volunteers will stay with the host family/hostel identified by VIN. The living facilities are simple and basic. Male and female volunteers will share the same living area with separate rooms. The volunteers sleep on simple beds/mattresses. Please bring your sleeping bag.

Location: KATHMANDU

Location and Leisure: This campaign will take place in Tarakeshwor Municipality, located just 10-15 km from Kathmandu. The area is surrounded by beautiful hills, fields, and forests, offering a peaceful backdrop for engaging with the local community.

Airport: KTM

Train/Bus station: Tribhuvan International Airport

Requirements: -Basic English should be spoken among the participants - Physically sound as per the project requirements.

A VIN staff member will pick up volunteers from the airport. Please send your flight details in advance so we can provide a name card with the VIN logo. If you d like to explore earlier, you can take a pre-paid taxi or VIN can assist you. You can arrive at the VIN office on your first day.

Language: eng,eng

Extra Fee: 30 EUR

The fee for the Workcamp is 270 Euros (30 Euros for transportation), payable upon arrival at the VIN Office.