NEPAL GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP PROGRAM
About Us
Greater Social Equality. A More Sustainable Environment. A More Secure World for Everyone.
Challenges Abroad is a social enterprise that provides impactful, customised overseas learning program for students. Our mission is to develop the next generation of Global Citizens, who as future leaders will help shape a better future for everyone.
Through our programs, we ensure that students not only develop a global mindset but gain vital life and employability skills, enabling them to have a positive impact on the world through their future endeavours
We are proud to be a Certified B Corporation!
It reinforces that together, we’re delivering programs that are not only transformative for students, but also beneficial for communities and respectful of the planet
The Challenges Abroad Difference
Student Impact
Developing the next generation of Global Citizens.
Community Impact
Delivering long-term development projects that support local communities.
Enviornmental Impact
We are working on becoming a carbon neutral organisation.
Short-Term Programs, Long-Term Impact.
Our Global Citizenship Program enables students to step out of their comfort zone whilst building their understanding of the wider world, learning about new cultures and fostering meaningful connections with the local community.
Global Citizenship:
Students broaden their perspectives, embrace cultural diversity, and ignite a lifelong drive to make a difference in the world
Cultural Immersion:
Discover, connect & experiencestudents dive into vibrant local cultures, learning through meaningful cross-cultural exchange
Community Engagement:
Lead, inspire & create changestudents deliver hands-on workshops, building skills and leaving a lasting impact on local schools.
Every Challenges Abroad program supports the goals and objectives of our international development charity, theFutureSenseFoundation
Participants on a Challenges Abroad programaretherefore, not only directly impacting the community through their project, but are part of a sustainable community development initiative that will have a long lasting, positive impact.
Nepal: Land of the Himalayas
Our programs are based in the Kathmandu Valley, at the foothills of the Himalayas. Kathmandu Valley is a bustling and vibrant area of Nepal.
It’s home to more than six UNESCO World Heritage sites, including the historical city of Bhaktapur - a hub of history and culture, making it the perfect place to explore!
Days 1-3
Arrival & Orientation
Arrival airport: Tribhuvan
International Airport
Health & Safety Briefing
Language Lesson
Cultural Orientation
Workshop Planning
Days 13-15
Kathmandu Experience & Departure
Students will transfer back to Kathmandu, where they will spend the final two nights of their adventure Here, they’ll dive into the exciting hustle and bustle of Bhaktapur and then Thamel exploring vibrant streets filled with colour and culture, browsing for unique souvenirs, and visiting the famous Monkey Temple for views over the city
Bhaktapur
Kathmandu Pokhara
Days 4-7
Community Engagement Days
A typical project day:
8am - Breakfast
9am - Workshop Delivery
12pm - Lunch
1pm - Workshop Planning
3pm - Cultural Activity
6pm - Dinner
7pm - Evening Activity
9pm - Lights Out!
Students will also contribute to Climate Action initiatives by leading community clean-ups and tree-planting!
Our programs are Carbon Neutral, as we work with a certified off-set provider to calculate and neutralise the emissions generated for each student travelling.
Day 8
Travel to Pokhara
The journey to Pokhara takes 8 hours via private mini bus
Days 9-12 PoonHill Trek
Students will embark on an unforgettable Himalayan adventure: a multi-day trek to Poon Hill in Nepal, one of the most spectacular viewpoints in the Annapurna region, reaching 3,210 metres above sea level After a dedicated trek briefing, they’ll set out along stone paths winding through terraced hillsides, rhododendron forests, and traditional mountain villages. Each day brings new landscapes from lush valleys to high ridgelines The reward is an earlymorning summit, where the rising sun illuminates the snow-capped peaks of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri in breathtaking colour It builds resilience, strengthens teamwork, and proves students are capable of far more than they imagined
Global Citizenship Programs
Key Objectives:
Developing the Next Generation of Global Citizens
Providing a structured & reflective experience for students, as they apply their knowledge and skills in a practical, real-world setting.
Short-Term Programs, Long-Term Impact
Working towards achieving the UN Goals for Sustainable Development, supporting the FutureSense Foundation
Mutually Beneficial Programs
Ensuring that there is mutual benefit and learning for the local community and student participants.
of students think that their Global Citizenship journey was a lifechanging experience that has inspired them to experience the world more!
Global Citizen,Nadia
As the name suggests, of course there are challenges, but the problemsolving skills and confidence that come out of the experience are unmatched.
We measure the impact of our programs on student participants by evaluating the following 10 key skill areas:
Students will tackle real-world challenges hand-in-hand with local communities, seeing the direct impact of their contributions
Students will step into a different world, experiencing new cultures firsthand and building genuine connections that change how they see the world.
Students will strengthen emotional development and self-awareness through reflective and collaborative experiences
Students will push beyond their comfort zone, discovering resilience, confidence, and capabilities
Students will examine their own perspectives on privilege, equity, and global citizenship, developing empathy and a deeper sense of responsibility.
Students will build authentic skills through daily interactions, learning to communicate & work effectively across cultural differences
The experience I had on my trip was amazing. The project is a perfect balance, so you get sufficient time in school and enough time to explore the country All in all a great once-in-a-lifetime experience, and I don't regret going for one second.
Global Citizen, Heiwot
It was such an amazing experience, living in Nepal and working with the community was incredible. I saw so many things, got to eat loads of new delicious foods and the in-country team looked after us the whole way through, so we always felt at home.
Risk Management
We ensure that...
Every program activity has been risk assessed with safety audits conducted and can provide school with information required to complete pre trip processes
We have real-time safety management system with a robust emergency response process
All participants have 24/7 support from our in-country staff
Every participant has arranged a comprehensive travel insurance (mandatory)
We conduct a comprehensive program briefing process to ensure students are well prepared for their program
