Orientation
An orientation session will be conducted to introduce the program goals, structure, timeline, code of conduct, and engagement model. Participants will engage in a “My Place, My Story” activity as part of critical thinking development, where they will share environmental, cultural, and social issues observed in their communities along with their ideas for addressing them.
Cycling
Participants will engage in cycling activities, including an introduction to its various forms, technical components, environmental benefits, and its contributions to personal health and sustainability.
Environmental Issues Mapping & Solution Development
The participants will engage in critical thinking through a structured problem – tree analysis of key environmental challenges, facilitated by experts. Participants will also gain insights into the global context,including climate change, sustainability issues, and related socio-political dimensions.
Cultural and Heritage Walk
During cultural and heritage walks, participants interact with experts and local communities to understand how culture and traditions are being preserved or affected, and how they can be safeguarded for future generations. Participants will also document their observations through photographs, videos, interviews, and short reels as part of communication skill development. This will contribute to the creation of a five-minute documentary or reel highlighting both the challenges and positive aspects of cultural preservation.
LCA Calculation
The activity will focus on sustainability, where participants will gain foundational knowledge on low-carbon enterprises and conduct a simulated Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of a selected product to understand its environmental footprint. Participants will also explore tourism, where participants will explore how local destinations can be promoted sustainably and how new community-based products and initiatives can be developed and applied.
Digital Mapping
Digital tools such as Canva and OpenStreetMap will be introduced to participants as a part of creativity and digital learning, where they gain practical skills in visual design and mapping for environmental and community-based applications.
Indigenous Knowledge & Story Sharing
Participants will engage with indigenous knowledge scholars and storytellers to understand how indigenous practices have shaped and in some cases been affected by present day changes in culture, tradition, disaster management, and wildlife conservation, along with the broader implications for indigenous communities.
Proposal Writing
The program series also includes proposal writing, where participants will develop skills in critical thinking, communication, creativity, and collaboration. Through guided exercises, they will learn how to prepare effective proposals for future programs, projects, and community initiatives.
Field Visit
On the final day of the program, a field visit will be conducted to Hasera, a farm and local enterprise, where participants will explore sustainable agricultural practices introduced by HASERA Farm and understand how future farming systems can be designed. The visit will also include an overview of the Karesa app and its role in digitizing Nepal’s agricultural market. This session will be an experiential learning tour. The program will then continue with interactive activities, networking sessions, camping, and discussions on future pathways and opportunities for long-term involvement with the organization. This concluding session will be conducted as a one-night residential program at an organic resort.
