Tribhuvan University Central Library (NEP-60)
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Brief description and main aimsTribhuvan University Central Library was established in 1959. It is the best and largest modern library in Nepal. In 1969, the British Book Department Council rated it as one of the best libraries in Asia. The library is also regarded as the largest one in the entire Asia pacific region. According to TUCL, it comprises about 400,000 resources, including books and periodicals from the 12th century and rare collections like Bibliotheca Himalayica. The library is generally visited by about 1500 general readers. Amongst them, 1000 are students from the Tribhuvan University. Students conducting research or writing a book or those preparing for Public Service and government service exams are core readers. Citizens of any nation can become a member of the library for which it charges avery small amount of money. Unfortunately, the devastating earthquake that struck in 2014 in Nepal damaged the library severely along with taking over 8000 Nepalese lives. The library management committee is doing its best to reshape and rearrange the library accordingly. However, the achievement is still little and support of the volunteers from around the world is needed. After joining this project, you will contribute to rearrange the books in the library accordingly. |
Volunteer tasksVolunteers will carry out a variety of tasks upon joining this project. Some of your major roles and responsibilities are mentioned below:
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Volunteer requirements / SkillsNo specific skills, qualifications and experiences are required to join this volunteer opportunity in Nepal. All you need to have is a strong willingness to work to rearrange the books of the library. You should also be open minded, excited to learn a new culture, adaptive to new circumstances, easily adjustable and english speaking. You should respect Nepalese culture, traditions and should follow appropriate dress-code when at the assignments. Please be reminded that kissing and hugging in public places in Nepal are considered as vulgar. Note: Volunteers need to wear proper dress while volunteering in library. |
LocationKirtipur, an ancient city of Nepal, is located 5 km south-west of Kathmandu city. Kiripur is one of the famous religious places to visit in the Kathmandu Valley. You get to experience unique and fascinating Newari customs and culture during your stay.The city is surrounded by several antique villages, historical temples, gumbas and churches. It is also a popular area for out of -town students and professors to rent houses due to the presence of Tribhuvan University. As a result, the students and professors from outside are major contributors to the local economy of the Kirtipur City. |
DurationThe volunteering period for this project can be from 4 to 12 weeks. |
Hosting Situation (Board and Lodging)Volunteers will stay with host family. You will be sharing rooms with international volunteers of the same gender participating in the same program. Two meals a day (lunch and dinner) will be provided during your stay. The food is prepared in local style. Main types of food will be rice, lentil soup and vegetables. |
More InformationNumber of volunteers to be hosted in this project: 1-4 Working hours: In the afternoon |
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