ICA Nepal revisits its plans after the global conference

After the Global Conference on Human Development late last year, ICA Nepal decided to refocus its activities in some new areas and developed a three year plan for 2013 to 2015.

Last year, apart from conducting series of training and launching community development projects, ICA Nepal was busy with conference related activities. It also implemented community development projects in Far West Nepal, and launched Social Artistry activities, school support and research.
In the coming year, as before, our focus will be on human development initiatives, training and facilitation and research and development. The key action areas are as follows:

    1. Human development initiatives
    a series of initiatives will be implemented and existing projects expanded to other areas. At present, we are working with Misereor and Rotary Clubs. We want to expand our relationship to other organizations as well. We will also implement a number of self-supported projects. The following activities will be conducted under this initiative:

    • Education – Literacy promotion to higher level academic work. Through the ‘School Support Programme for Destitute Children,’ ICA Nepal is generating support for education, accommodation and other needs. So far, around 40 children are getting full support for their education and accommodation.

    • Implementing Conference Recommendations – ICA Nepal will focus on these and also encourage other organizations to implement them in their areas.

    • Promoting Technology to the Poor Community – we help local community groups such as women’s groups, cooperative groups and youth groups use simple technologies in production activities and link technology providers to the local community.

    • Mobilising Volunteers for Development – ICA Nepal has sent national and international volunteers to work in various development activities through ICA networks in other countries and other organizations. It helps place prospective volunteers and supports them while they are here.

    2. Training and Facilitation

    • Expanding ToP at all levels of Society – we promote Technology of Participation (ToP) in Nepal through training and facilitation work. We help local communities practise facilitation and develop and implement strategic plans.

    • Social Artistry Leadership Development Program – This is being implemented jointly with the Jean Houston Foundation all over Nepal.

    • Leadership Development on Entrepreneurship – ICA Nepal is working with cooperatives and other self-help groups in this area. We feel it is time to go beyond simply disseminating awareness messages and are encouraging them to carry out entrepreneurial activities to improve their socio-economic status.

    3. Research and Development

Promoting Advanced Research – We help university lecturers acquire skills in research methodology, access to technology and references for academic enhancement. We also support scholars who wish to pursue higher level research.

Implementing CSI for Civil Society Development – Jointly with CIVICUS, ICA Nepal has started ‘Civil Society Index’ work in Nepal.  Through CSI, we encourage other civil society organizations to practise leadership skills and improve their organization.

By Tatwa P. Timsina, Chairman, ICA Nepal

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