Volunteering
Help people with autism live the life they choose by contributing your time and effort. Get the satisfaction of making a real difference in people’s lives while meeting new people and potentially learning a new skill. From volunteering at ACSG you can do to improve the lives of people affected by autism in Nepal.
Dear applicant,
Thank you for your interest in Autism Care Nepal Society.
Below you can find a list of the most frequently asked questions to do with volunteering at Autism Care Society Gandaki.
What kind of organization is ACSG?
It is the only active autism organization in Nepal that is run by passionate parents that care for persons with autism. It is a non-governmental, nonprofit making, non-political NGO.
ACNS began in 2016 as a parent support group. Today the organization provides supports and services annually to nearly 300 children and adults with autism and their families, and is only one active organization working for the rights of individual with Autism.
ACSG supports and services include free counseling, assessment and diagnosis, family counseling, parent and child training, functional assessment, individual interventions, therapies, etc. ACSG also offers information and referral services, and works to educate the community about the people with autism.
How long can I volunteer?
- Very short (e.g. 1 week)
- Short-term ( 1 month)
In which fields of work can I collect experiences?
In fields as special school, vocational unit, parent-child-training, therapies (occupational, music, speech), assessment and diagnosis, functional assessment and individual interventions.
All these fields are specialized for children with autism.
Which languages do I need? Is Nepali necessary?
English is required. Nepali is helpful but not necessary.
How are the working hours?
Monday till Friday from 10am to 3 pm.
Is there a payment for internship/ volunteering?
No but you will be rich in experiences.
Is lodging provided?
No unfortunately we cannot provide any lodging.
Where can I live?
There are different possibilities as homestay, hostel and hotel…
Is a meal during the working hours provided?
Yes, all employees receive a daily tiffin.
Are there any holidays?
ACSG is closed on the weekend (+Sundays) and some official holidays as for example the Dashain festival, Tihar festival, Shivaratri, Holi etc.
Will I get a letter of reference free of charge after I volunteer?
Yes you will be receiving letter of reference free of charge.
I am an international student/newcomer to Nepal. Do I need a work permit to volunteer?
No, for an internship or volunteering a tourist visa is sufficient.
Is a contact person/ supervisor provided for me?
Yes, we provide a contact person/ supervisor for all students and volunteers.
Which expectations are put to me?
ACSG expects that the student/ volunteer is motivated to take part in the work of ACSG.
As per your specialty or profession we do expect your professional knowledge and skills and applied manner.
Is foreknowledge in the field of autism necessary?
It will be helpful to inform yourself about the neuro developmental disorder autism.
- For more details, you also can check our website https://autismpokhara.org/ with several information’s about ACSG and videos.
We are looking forward to hearing from you.
Please connect us through the email: info@autismpokhara.org autismpokhara@gmail.com
Autism Care Society Gandaki