The focus is on career counseling—and the vision of opening up paths to a self-determined life for young people and their families.
The organizations Roots for Life and Our Sansar have been running educational programs in various regions of Nepal for years. Building on this experience, a pilot project was launched to empower students to make informed decisions about their future.
Developing New Approaches to Career Counseling:
Innovative approaches to career counseling are being tested to create a replicable model project for students throughout Nepal—a concept that can be applied in a variety of settings. The plan is to create a practical guide that communities and organizations throughout Nepal can use for schools and training courses. Local teachers and social workers will be trained to ensure the project’s long-term sustainability in the regions.
Strengthening Motivation and Future Prospects:
Young people should be encouraged to continue their education after 10th grade—whether through formal schooling or vocational training. This helps prevent child marriage and lays the foundation for a self-determined life. Regular motivational events featuring people from various professional fields are also intended to provide encouragement and open up new perspectives.
Promoting a Shift in Parents’ Mindsets:
Parents should recognize the importance of education and actively support their children on their educational journey.
Project No.: 2025-019 and 2025-021
Project Country: Nepal
Project Location: Rautahat and Solukhumbu
Funding year: since 2026
Project partners: Our Sansar and the Roots for Life Association—Empowering Women and Children (Roots for Life)
Implementation partners: Damma Wos, Our Sansar Nepal, Social Work Institute (SWI)