The annual Paul Pholeros Foundation Nepal Sanitation Fellowship provides an opportunity for a sanitation team to work with their local counterparts on sanitation improvements in Nepal.
It is a life changing opportunity to experience working on a sanitation project in Nepal while using your skills and knowledge to upskill local tradespeople.
Projects focus on sanitation improvement and upgrading in rural villages and health facilities.
Currently the plumbing/sanitation teams work with our partner Dhulikhel Hospital to upgrade sanitation conditions within the Hospital and to upgrade the skills and knowledge of the Hospital’s sanitation teams.
The duration of stay in Nepal is one month, generally some time in October-November. The team lives locally near the project site and contributes to skills improvement of local teams, while at the same time learning about the life and culture of the people in this amazing country.
Some team feedback
“When the hard, physical work was done, and we started the more technical work, it was extremely enjoyable being able to pass on knowledge to willing “students”. Watching their enjoyment as they put their new skills into practice was really rewarding. This shows how valuable hands-on training can be. The same can be said for how great it felt when we learned something in return. I loved the challenge and would go back in a heartbeat.” Aidan Ward, Plumber
“This was an incredibly humbling and enlightening experience for me as I not only learned new skills to benefit my career but was also exposed to an entirely new world with a deep rich culture, magnificent scenery and a generous heart that is shown in each and every one of the villagers faces. I feel truly privileged to have been given these experiences which will stay with me for the rest of my life.” Marcus Gleeson, Media Coordinator
