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    Words from our Volunteer in Nepal: May 2024

    May 2024: End of my Voluntary Service

    Five months of volunteering in Nepal seemed long, but the time flew by quickly. I am happy to say that it was an extraordinary experience during which I learned a lot about Nepal and its people, working in an organization, and about myself. It's an experience I will never forget and would gladly do again. Of course, there were moments of frustration and difficult periods, but they were quickly forgotten thanks to the hospitality of the Nepalese people, like when I was invited for tea. The work with R4C was varied and always interesting. I learned a lot about the functioning of an NGO and discovered the working differences and similarities with Luxembourg. Another advantage of volunteering in the same place for an extended period is that you create a second home. This was truly wonderful and also helped me learn more about the country and its culture through prolonged immersion. Finally, I am very happy to have had this experience and hope to revisit Nepal soon.

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    ONGD-FNEL IS HIRING !

    ONGD-FNEL is looking for a Development Cooperation Project Manager to join its dynamic team!

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    Interparliamentary Scout Group

    On Monday 22 April 2024, a meeting was organised by Françoise Kemp, Chair of the Interparliamentary Group on Scouting of the Chamber of Deputies, in the presence of the ONGD-FNEL and the LGS NGO. We would like to thank the organisers for their invitation and for listening to us.

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    Words from our Volunteer in Nepal: March 2024

    March 2024 "To give you a better idea of my work during March, I've put together this short video. It shows some of the activities in the schools, the beautiful scenery and other projects I've been helping with." Tasha   Click here

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    SAVE THE DATE - Maykadifference on the 5th of May 2024

    Join us on Sunday 5 May 2024 for our annual family charity event. We'll be delighted to show you our work, with delicious tastings and a variety of sales. We would also like to announce that our Nepalese partner SCLC will be visiting Luxembourg at the same time and will be stopping off at the Maykadifference. Keep following us, here, or on our social networks to be kept up to date with our programme for the event. 

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    SAVE THE DATE 7.05.2024 : CONFERENCE AT THE LYCÉE TECHNIQUE AGRICOLE IN GILSDORF

    Date: 7 May 2024 Time: Welcome from 6.45 p.m. - Conference starts at 7.00 p.m. Venue: Lycée Technique Agricole - 1, Kréiwénkel, L-9374 Gilsdorf Ettelbrück Language: English Free admission Registration: https://www.ongd-fnel.lu/fr/conference-sclc   Since 2017, NGDO-FNEL has been working with SCLC in the village of Pharping, supporting training projects in innovative and sustainable farming techniques. They also target capacity building for disadvantaged young people, and adults, from rural areas. SCLC's main objective is to create an environment that enables young people to develop their skills, work independently, explore the opportunities offered by the agricultural market and persuade them to stop taking insecure jobs in other countries. Two SCLC representatives, the director and a former beneficiary, will be in Luxembourg from 24 April to 8 May 2024. They will be taking part in a number of events to meet the people of Luxembourg and raise awareness of the living conditions of Nepalese farmers, women and young people in rural areas, as well as to discuss the transition to more sustainable agriculture.   The ONGD-FNEL, in collaboration with the Lycée Technique Agricole, is pleased to invite you to a conference on the theme of "Education for and through sustainable agriculture" as part of this partner's visit. The event will take place on 7 May 2024, starting at 6.45pm, at the Lycée Technique Agricole in Gilsdorf.   Theme: Education for and through sustainable agriculture Cross-cutting themes: Environment; empowerment of women through education; child marriage   This event is an opportunity to discover inspiring initiatives in the field of sustainable agriculture, education and the emancipation of women. Join us for an enriching and meaningful exchange.

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    SAVE THE DATE: CAFÉ ÉCHANGE AT THE CERCLE DE COOPÉRATION DES ONGD 2.05.2024

    Date: 2 May 2024 Time: From 12.30pm Place : Cercle de Coopération des ONGD - 1 Rue St Ulric, 2651 Grund Luxembourg Places are limited - registration required Language: English   Since 2017, NGDO-FNEL has been working with SCLC in the village of Pharping, supporting training projects in innovative and sustainable farming techniques. They also target capacity building for disadvantaged young people, and adults, from rural areas. SCLC's main objective is to create an environment that enables young people to develop their skills, work independently, explore the opportunities offered by the agricultural market and persuade them to stop taking insecure jobs in other countries. Two SCLC representatives, the director and a former beneficiary, will be in Luxembourg from 24 April to 8 May 2024. They will be taking part in a number of events to meet the people of Luxembourg and raise awareness of the living conditions of Nepalese farmers, women and young people in rural areas, as well as to discuss the transition to more sustainable agriculture.   The ONGD-FNEL, in collaboration with the Cercle de Coopération des ONGD, is pleased to invite you to an exciting event on the theme of "Education for and through sustainable agriculture". The event will take place on 2 May 2024, from 12.30 pm, at 1 Rue St Ulric, 2651 Grund Luxembourg.   Theme: Education for and through sustainable agriculture Cross-cutting themes: Environment; empowerment of women through education; child marriage.   The event will begin with a Nepalese meal and will consist of various presentations (by our Nepalese partner and a beneficiary), reflection activities and exchanges between participants.   Don't hesitate to register as soon as possible, as places are limited. This event is an opportunity to discover inspiring initiatives in the field of sustainable agriculture, education and women's empowerment. Join us for an enriching and meaningful exchange.

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    Sale of Nepalese handicrafts in the City Concorde shopping mall

    Come and discover our new products, straight from Nepal!  We've carefully selected a range of exceptional handcrafted items for you. Whether you're looking for special gifts or unique pieces, we have something for everyone. Don't miss this opportunity to support our projects, while buying yourself some little treasures! We look forward to welcoming you and sharing the beauty and diversity of our collection with you. Join us for an unforgettable shopping experience!

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    EVENT ! MULLEN IESSEN 15.03.2024

    The good weather is finally here today: it's the right time to start organising the next spring outings. On 15.03.2024, as every year, we invite you to our Mussels & Fries evening. An opportunity to chat over a tasty meal. REGISTRATION >> http://unbouncepages.com/ongd-fnel/ You do not have to attend the General Meeting to join in the dinner.   INFORMATION : 7.30PM APERITIF/20.00PM MUSSELS & CHIPS 34€ / APERITIF & TART INCLUDED   CHOICE : MUSSELS AND CHIPS, DESSERT AND COFFEE HAM, CHIPS AND SALAD, DESSERT AND COFFEE   You don't need to attend the General Assembly to come and eat. ATTENTION: Registrations until 08.03.2024. To register: scan the QR code on the image (enlarge image).  

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    Words from our Volunteer in Nepal: January 2024

    January 2024: Luxembourg/Nepal exchange! Social exchanges are essential and interesting in all fields. That's why it's so nice that a school class from Luxembourg and a class from Nepal can connect through a school exchange program. They communicate mainly via online meetings, but have also sent each other letters and cards. For the 11-12 year olds, it's an innovative and instructive experience to be able to discuss and exchange ideas with each other. After some initial difficulties, it's working much better now. We hope that this exchange will continue to be a great success and that we will all learn a lot from it. Tasha

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    Signature of the new Nepal Framework Agreement 2024-2028

    On 31 January 2024, ONGD-FNEL reached an important milestone by signing a new five-year agreement for development in Nepal, in the presence of our President, Mr Kaiser, our Vice-President, Ms Paquet, and our current Project Manager, Mr Jacobs. We are reaffirming our commitment to sustainable development and positive change ! The event took place with enthusiasm and determination in the presence of the Minister for Development Cooperation and Humanitarian Affairs, Mr Xavier Bettel. Our warmest thanks go to all those who made this agreement possible, especially our dedicated local partners. Together, we are ready to make a significant impact in Nepal, empowering communities and creating a better future. Many thanks to MFA Luxembourg, our members, and our valued donors and sponsors for their continued support.

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    News from our Volunteer in Nepal: December 2023

    December 2023: First month ! Hello from Pokhara ! First of all, best wishes for 2024. It has now been 1 month since I arrived in Pokhara, Nepal. First of all, I met the Right4Children (R4C) team. With another volunteer from England, we visited different schools to see how the organisation works with them. We also started doing some activities with the pupils, which was really fun. Of course, there were also a few sightseeing tours on the programme, as well as a short hike where we had a magnificent view of the mountains. I'm looking forward to being surprised by what next year and next month will bring. See you soon! Tasha

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    TOMBOLA Pascale Seil - The lucky winner receives her prize!

    Congratulations to the winner of our 2023 raffle, who received her superb Ventilo sculpture! We're delighted to share this moment of joy with you. Well done and thank you all for your passionate participation!

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    ONGD-FNEL MISSION TRIP: SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT AWARENESS AND EDUCATION

    Working with R4C: Explore, Plan, Achieve

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    ONGD-FNEL MISSION TRIP: SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT AWARENESS AND EDUCATION

    Fruitful collaboration with SCLC: Exploration and Planning

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    TOMBOLA Pascal Seil - n°50 is the winning ticket !

    We are delighted to announce that ticket no.50 has won the "VENTILO" sculpture for our 2023 Tombola! A big thank you to everyone who took part and helped make this raffle a resounding success.  

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    Exhibition Paintings & Sculptures in Capellen - 2023 Edition

    Here we go again this year! From 23 November to 10 December inclusive, Frënn vun de Caper Piwitschen and ONGD-FNEL are delighted to invite you to discover the works of Assy Jans, Malou Faber-Hilbert and Thierry Lutz at the "Galerie op der Kap", route d'Arlon 70 in Capellen.   The exhibition is open on Thursday and Friday from 3.00 pm to 6.30 pm and on Saturday and Sunday from 2.00 pm to 6.00 pm. There will also be late-night openings in the presence of the artists on Friday 24 November from 6pm to 10pm, and on Sundays 26 November and 10 December between 4pm and 6pm.   Profits from the sale of the artworks on show will be donated to generous charity projects.

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    CHARITY DINNER - OCTOBER 18th, 2023

    This year, the ONGD-FNEL is pleased to invite you to its Charity Dinner, on Thursday 19 October 2023, at the Home FNEL (61a rue de Trèves, Luxembourg) at 7.30 pm. On the menu: delicious dishes concocted by Chef Anne Knepper. An aperitif will also be available from 6.30pm.   Reservations are open until 16 October 2023, by clicking here or scanning the QR code in the third image. We look forward to welcoming many of you!

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    ING SOLIDARITY AWARDS

    In 2022 we were honoured to receive the special 10th edition ING Solidarity Awards prize for a project run by our partner SAATH, which we support in Nepal. The founding members of this Nepalese NGO had the opportunity to present their projects in Luxembourg last November during our Education for Sustainable Development weeks. They work mainly with women from the Musahar community, which is considered to be the 'untouchable' caste.   Below, a short video clip of our vice-president at the awards ceremony.   Once again, a huge THANK YOU to ING for their support! More information here !  

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    LËT'Z COOPERATE

    As part of our framework agreement in Education to sustainable development, we will be present at the Event "Lët'z cooperate", organized by the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs.   June 30, 2023 From 1pm to 7pm Place Clairefontaine, Luxembourg City Free entrance

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    A photographic journey through Nepal for €27

    Every year, mission trips are organised to visit the projects supported by ONGD-FNEL. This support is made possible, in part, thanks to your generous donations. This book has been compiled from photos taken by members of the NGO during these trips. It shows the beauty of Nepal, particularly its wonderful, more remote and less touristy regions, where the projects take place.

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    A pictorial journey through our photobook for €27

    You are interested in Nepal but haven't had the chance to visit yet ? Or maybe you've already been there, but you'd like to take a trip down memory lane? Don't miss out on a chance to travel through these images.   Discover our brand-new book, which showcases the beauty of Nepal through colorful photographs. You'll also be able to see some of our projects, to which the donations you make are sent!   If you'd like to support the continuation of our activities, treat yourself to a photographic jaunt for €27. 

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    April, last month in Nepal for Tamara & Catherine !

    This month started off differently for us than usual. At the beginning of April, we had the opportunity to visit several projects around Pokhara with  some ONGD-FNEL board members. We started in Baglung, where we visited the “DIRDC” project. Among other things, they enable the young beneficiaries to undergo vocational training to become certified tailors or plumbers. On our second day, we had the chance to visit two governmental schools supported by “Right4children”.  Most of the visits took place mainly in the outskirts of Pokhara. Besides the trips  we were also  able to enjoy the beautiful landscape of the area. After the two days on site, we hit the bumpy road back to Kathmandu. Tamara drove directly back to Pharping, as the scouts were already waiting for her. Catherine and Zoé had the opportunity to join the visit of “HRDC” ??(Hospital and Rehabilitation Centre for Disabled Children). On the 5th of April, there was a big gathering in Pharping where all the partners of the ONGD-FNEL from the Kathmandu valley came to Pharping to spend an evening together and have a traditional Luxembourgish meal. In the following days, Tamara was still very involved in the scout camp and she enjoyed her time with the scout members. It was not only about work, but they also visited famous places in Pharping. Together with the SCLC team they cooked every day delicious nepali food and had a very nice culture exchange during the Newari night. They cooked Newari food and a Newari music- and dance group joined for the evening. The scout team was really motivated and helped SCLC in so many activities for example, they finished the painting work on the second floor from the ALRC site, carried doors and window to the site and made some eco-sitting made of bottles. After the big encounter, Zoé and Catherine headed back to Kathmandu. Catherine used her last three weeks at SAATH to organize a workshop with the beneficiaries of the Hakuna Matata project. In addition to the workshop, she and Zoé organized an online cooking course where they cooked momos with friends and family from Luxembourg. Zoé helped conduct different workshops and started a new English course with new participants again. All in all, it was a very good month for all of us, during which we made memories that we won't soon forget.

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    Franz Fayot visiting SCLC

    May 2nd, Franz Fayot, Minister for Cooperation and Humanitarian Action of Luxembourg, Peggy Frantzen, Ambassador of Luxembourg to Nepal, Shree Ram Lamichhane, Honorary Consul General of Luxembourg to Nepal and a delegation from the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs visited our partner Shikharapur Community Learning Center in Dakshinkali Municipality. Their visit was to observe the agricultural entrepreneurship project for young people and women, which we have been supporting since 2017.

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    A camp of 45 FNEL scouts in Nepal

    During the Easter holidays, a group of 45 FNEL scouts made a camp in Nepal and brought their support and their labor to our project in sustainable and innovative agriculture with SCLC in Pharping. A big thank you to them for their support and open-mindedness, and a heartful thank you to our partner SCLC for its warm welcome and generosity!   Photos : Philippe Dauphin

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    Better understanding of the work of our Nepali NGOs every day !

    Our three volunteer services are still going very well, and we are developing a better understanding of the work of our Nepali NGOs every day. Catherine had a busy month. Earlier this month, she had the opportunity to participate in a two-day camp with the beneficiaries of the HAKUNA MATATA project in Gorkha. The camp was intended to allow the children to enjoy their time outside of Kathmandu and to take a step back from their daily lives. In addition to the excursion to Gorkha, SAATH also organized a three-day mission to the south of Nepal, to Janakpur. The objective was to visit both AWASAR and PARAHU projects and to make some home visits to former beneficiaries. It was a new experience to walk through the small villages built with clay and straw. Beyond that, it was interesting to see how some AWASAR beneficiaries have created their own small store in their house and are earning money independently. Zoé completed her language course this month. Besides the weekly workshops, the CYC organized a "Youth-Led Activity" called "Community Cleaning Program". In Nepal, garbage disposal is completely different than in Europe. They do not have a regulated waste collection like in Europe. In Nepalese streets, it is very rare to find garbage cans. This is one of the reasons why people just throw their waste in the streets. This program aimed not only to clean up the Swayambhu area, but also to make the youth aware of the importance of the environment and how to properly dispose of their waste. The activity not only had an effect on the youth, but also on the other residents of the area who started to help us. Tamara and the SCLC staff were focused this month, on the Scout Camp that will take place April 3-12 in Pharping. For 10 days, 45 Luxembourg Scouts (FNEL) will engage in several activities. Among other things, they will help to finish the 2nd floor of the Agriculture Learning Resource Centre, they will build ecological constructions, they will have the possibility to meet the beneficial farmers and they will be able to help them in the fields. In all this commitment, they will also have a varied cultural exchange program. The Luxembourg scouts will discover Nepalese food and traditions and will be able to explore Nepal in all its beauty. Tamara was able to assist in the organization of this highly anticipated event. She participated in meetings and helped the staff to prepare the SCLC sites (Bottlehouse and ACRL) to welcome the scouts. In addition to their NGO work, Tamara celebrated the Holi Festival in the beginning of March with her friend who came to visit her. Zoé and Catherine took advantage of the beginning of autumn to go to Pokhara with three other friends for the four-day "Mardi Himal" trek. After the trek, they met Julie (ONGD-FNEL), Tamara and other ONGD members to visit other ONGD projects in the Pokhara area. Catherine, Zoé & Tamara

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    A great experience ! Testimony of our 3 volunteers in Nepal

    After spending the first two months learning about the culture and our environment, we used the month of February to mainly focus on the projects of our different organizations. Catherine mainly organized monthly workshops and a two-day recreational camp in March for the beneficiaries of the Hakuna Matata project. In addition to the workshops, she also worked with the Awasar project instructors from Janakpur, for whom she prepared online English lessons and embroidery courses.  This means that she had the opportunity to work more closely with the beneficiaries and trainers of the different SAATH projects this month.   Zoe started to organize English classes for the beneficiaries of the Chautari Youth Club. These are daily classes where the basics of the English language are taught and reviewed. Most young people learn English at school. However, the level of public schools in Nepal is not comparable to the level of public schools in Luxembourg and they find it more difficult to use the language in everyday life. The English classes have allowed Zoé to get involved in the organization and develop a project that is part of the Chautari youth club.    Tamara had a very varied month. She participated in two school visits from Kathmandu at the Bottlehouse, inaugurated the digital room at the Agricultural Education Resource Centre (on 11 February - International Women and Girls in Science Day) and did some work at Shikharapur Community School, where she offered guided meditation classes and gave a presentation on Luxembourg to several classes.  She also had time to start her own small projects at the Bottlehouse, a plant stand made of bamboo and recycled bottles and made a birdhouse.   Apart from our projects within the various ONGD-FNEL partnerships, we spent the last weekend of February together in Pharping. The first part of the weekend was spent visiting Tamara's project. She showed Zoé and Catherine the different programmes and buildings of SCLC, the main office, the open school, the agricultural learning resource center, the community school and the bottle house. The short walk across the fields to the Bottlehouse amazed Zoé and Catherine. To end the weekend on a high note, all three went to visit the Asura Cave, a sacred place for Buddhists, and together they hung a prayer flag on a hill behind a famous monastery. This little excursion allowed Zoé and Catherine to escape the urban chaos of Kathmandu and to discover the diversity of SCLC's projects. Moreover, all three of us took advantage of this weekend to exchange and share our different experiences. Happy Holi ! Tamara, Zoé et Catherine

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    EVENT ! MULLEN IESSEN 17.03.2023

    19H30 APÉRO/20H00 MULLEN-IESSEN 30€ / APÉRO & TAART INCLUS   AU CHOIX : MULLEN MAT FRITTEN, DESSERT A CAFÉ HAM, FRITTEN AN ZALOT, DESSERT A CAFÉ VEGETARESCH LASAGNE, DESSERT A CAFÉ   Et muss ee net un der AG deelhuelen fir Iessen ze kommen. Umeldung  OPPASSEN: Umeldung bis 12.03.2023  

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    First month in Pharping

    For Tamara volunteering in SCLC project !

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    Zoé , First month in Umbrella Organization Nepal

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    Great volunteerings for Catherine and Zoé !

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    Catherine "First volunteering month with SAATH"

    That is a great experience ! Workshop with beneficiairies of HAKUNA MATATA's program

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    TOMBOLA Paule Lemmer and the winner ticket is n° 50

    Thanks a lot for your participation !  

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    Exhibition Paintings & Sculptures in Capellen

    From December 1st (7 p.m) to December 18th, Frënn vun de Caper Piwitschen and ONGD-FNEL are very pleased to invite you to discover the works of Guy Hary, Pascale Seil & Lucien Roef at Galerie op der Kap 70, route d'Arlon à Capellen. The exhibition is open from Thursday to Friday from 3 to 6.30 p.m.and Saturdays & Sundays from 2 to 6 p.m. The profits from the sale of the exhibited works will be entirely dedicated to generous charitable projects.

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    CHARITY DINNER NOVEMBER 17th

    More information in the Flyer below

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    Semaines de sensibilisation ONGD-FNEL / SAATH

    « L’éducation, un levier pour toute une communauté népalaise »

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    Looking back at the 1st edition of the Nepal Festival

    The first Nepal Festival, organised by 7 Luxembourgish NGOs working in Nepal (Aide à l’Enfance de l’Inde et du Népal, Les Amis du Tibet, ECPAT Luxembourg, ONGD-FNEL, Coopération Humanitaire Luxembourg, Association Luxembourg-Népal and Life Project 4 Youth Luxembourg) and the Non-Resident Nepali Association Luxembourg, was a big success! Thank you to all our volunteers and visitors for participating in the event.  A big thank you also to the Minister for Development Cooperation and Humanitarian Action Franz Fayot and the Ambassador of Nepal for Benelux and the EU, H.E. Gahendra Rajbhandari for their presence and support.

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    GOD SAVE THE GIN !

    AFTERWORK GIN TASTING 2nd EDITION 07.10.2022/AB 17.30 AUER Kommt a schmaacht mat eis déi neiste Lëtzebuerger Gin-Kreatiounen. Fir ee klengen Häppchen ass och gesuergt. Kaaft äre lokalen Gin op der Plaz!   Prâis 25 euros fir Degustatioun bezuelt gëtt op der Plaz FNEL-Fetschenhaff 61a, rue de Trèves L-2630 Luxembourg

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    TOMBOLA PAULE LEMMER! Buy tickets and win the painting Arlequin

    From September 15th to December 1st, you can buy your tickets: -doing a transfer on BLUXLULL LU51 0081 6905 8200 1003 with your e-mail adress in the subject  -or on https://commandes.fnel.lu/?product=tombola-ongd-fnel GOOD LUCK !

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    1ière Édition du "Festival Népal" 01/10/2022

    SAVE THE DATE!

    Dir hutt Loscht eng kleng Entdeckungsrees ze maachen an dobai an eng aner Kultur anzedauchen ? Dann haalt Iech den 1. Oktober frei an kommt op den éischten "Festival Népal" fir déi verschidden Facetten vum dem beandrockenden Land kennenzeléieren.

     

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    Sensibilisatiounsnomëtteg bei den Däreldéieren um Briddel

    Den 18.06 waren d'Martine an d'Anna mam Nepalkoffer ënnerwee an hunn am Scoutschalet um Briddel d'Beaveren besicht.

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    Lisa, last month in Nepal

    "Unfortunately, my stay and my volunteering in Nepal already ended. I can't find the words to describe the last 5 months, there were ups, downs but above all happiness. This experience allowed me to learn not only about the culture and this wonderful country but also about myself. It was an experience that changed me and made me grow. With a heavy heart, I think about everything I experienced the last months. In my last month, there were elections in Nepal. As the schools were closed during the elections, with Hamro Palo we had to stop our usual work. Therefore, we focused more on the elections and made a list with all the female candidates for the elections. One day, Hamro Palo would like to conduct a Workshop or a program that focuses more on politics and women in politics. This list will allow the association once the program for this Workshop is fixed to contact several candidates so that they can share their experience. Towards the end of the month, I used the rest of the days off I still had left to join a friend who visited her family, and again I could discover a new place for a few days. I was in the Terai region in Jhapa, which is in the east of Nepal. This region is not visited by tourists, the inhabitants are poorer and work mainly in agriculture. I discovered a new culture and a very different lifestyle from what I have known so far in Nepal. It is also one of the flattest and hottest places in Nepal. In Jhapa, I participated in a pooja ceremony, a ceremony to sacrifice goats. It was a strange day for me as it was the first time I participated in this kind of ceremony, but it gave me a new insight of their culture. I also visited mango, tea and lychee plantations, where I picked some lychees and mangoes. In Kathmandu, I had the chance to attend a Nepalese wedding. It was amazing, I wore a Kurta (a typical dress in Nepal) and really enjoyed the wedding. I also went to see the aarti at the Pashupatinath temple, where the cremations are made. Seeing hundreds of people praying and singing together was very fascinating for me. It was a very nice evening and once again I learned more about this culture. The end of May was very emotional. I met wonderful people in the last 5 months, and made a few friends, saying goodbye to all of them, was not easy at all. Although I know that one day I will return to this country that I enjoyed a little bit more with every day I stayed there. Finally, I would like to thank all the people who loved showing me their country, who taught me so much about their culture and who made Nepal my home. I would also like to thank Hamro Palo for receiving me into their organization and of course ONGD FNEL and SNJ who allowed me to have this unforgettable experience. Dhanyabad! " Lisa

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    ONGD FNEL Collaborative Project

    Shikharapur CLC (SCLC), Being Youth and Right4Children (R4C) are all ONGD-FNEL Luxembourg supported projects who are working in different districts of Nepal in Agriculture, youth and women entrepreneurship, school development and educational improvement. R4C is based in Gandaki while SCLC and Being Youth are based in Kathmandu and Makwanpur. ONGD FNEL brought the idea of collaborative project from 2022. On behalf of all three organizations, we would like to appreciate the idea of collaboration by Program Manager Julie Denève and whole ONGD-FNEL Team. For the educational and infrastructural development of Janata Basic School, situated in Naikhande Village of Thaha Municipality, Being Youth has taken the initiative since few years, while ONGD-FNEL started supporting from 2022 in a project model. For this project, ONGD-FNEL chose SCLC and R4C for the collaboration. R4C is given the responsibility of educational material, school decoration, some parts of school safety, hygiene etc while SCLC is given the responsibility mainly to motivate teachers, parents and local government. SCLC’s main role is to train teachers, mobilize the teachers in positive way and motivate the parents and make them visit school frequently. Another main motto of the SCLC movement is to showcase model schools run by community which has been ranked as successful by government. We have planned for few learning exposures as well. Together with Being Youth, we plan to attract the attention of Thaha Municipality for the overall development of the school. The presence of Municipal members in different programs have proved that we are able to bring their attention. SCLC together with all collaborators will be helping in child development. Volunteer mobilization is another interesting program assigned for SCLC. On, 26th May, Being Youth organized Parent/Teachers Motivational Seminar at the school. Program Manager of SCLC, Mr Niroj Shrestha, Principal of Setidevi Secondary School (Model Government School) and Child Development Expert Susmita KC were present as resource person where nearly 75 parents, teachers and municipal members were present. The event went so well that the parents spent whole time with the resource person with keen interest. It became very much interactive as well. After completion of the event, the whole team visited Thaha Municipality to meet and greet newly elected Mayor Mr. Bishnu Bahadur Bista at his office. The visit became very much productive.   Report By: Niroj Shrestha, Program Manager, SCLC

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    A new project with Being Youth

    In April 2022, we started a new project with the local association Being Youth, to improve the quality and access to education for children at Janata Primary School. The project will last one year for an amount of €31,519. Although being led by Being Youth, a new partner, several existing partners of ONGD-FNEL will collaborate on this project, to bring their expertise and experience: SCLC, Right4Children and OLE Nepal. You will find more information about the project on its dedicated page.

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    Fotoexpo "Népal, pays de contrastes" - Vernissage den 7. Mee am Trifolion zu Iechternac

    Villmools Merci un jiddereen, deen leschten Samschden beim Vernissage vun der Fotoausstellung "Népal, pays de contrastes" am Trifolion zu Iechternach derbäi konnt sinn. D'Ausstellung wäert nach bis den 19. Mee op sinn, an dat wärend der Woch vun 12h bis 14h, ausser Weekends. Also kommt nach gären bis laanscht kucken.

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    MAYKADIFFERENCE 2022: A GREAT EVENT !

    THANKS FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION !

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