Safety, Child Safeguarding & Ethics
The safety and dignity of children in our partner schools, and the well-being of our international volunteers, are the foundation of everything we do.
Our Child Safeguarding Framework
Adhering to international child welfare standards, TEN maintains a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of child exploitation or harm.
Mandatory Background Vetting
All volunteers and interns must submit official criminal background checks from their home country authorities prior to placement confirmation.
Ethical Photography Guidelines
No photographing vulnerable children without school/guardian consent. No posting identifiable child location data or exploitative “pity” imagery on social media.
Professional Physical Boundaries
Volunteers must always operate in visible, supervised public classroom environments. One-on-one unsupervised private seclusion with children is strictly prohibited.
Mandatory Incident Reporting
Immediate reporting channels are maintained with TEN leadership, local school headmasters, and district child protection welfare authorities.
Your Safety & Well-being in Nepal
Traveling to rural Nepal is an enriching adventure, and our comprehensive support systems ensure you feel secure from the moment your plane lands in Kathmandu.
Local coordinators in Saptari and Kathmandu are always reachable via phone and WhatsApp.
Host homes are personally inspected for cleanliness, secure private rooms, and safe drinking water.
Established referral pathways with district clinics in Saptari and premier hospitals in Kathmandu.
The 5 Principles of Responsible Volunteering
How Teach & Experience Nepal ensures our work creates positive, enduring, and ethical community outcomes.
School Needs First
Placements are created strictly in response to requests from local Nepali headmasters and community leaders — not commercial tourist demand.
Right Volunteer, Right Placement
We match your academic background, subject skills, and personal strengths to the specific grades and subjects where students need help.
Local Teachers Remain Central
Volunteers serve as collaborative co-teachers and resource persons. We never replace local staff or undermine local teaching authority.
Sustainable Knowledge Transfer
Volunteers develop reusable flashcards, classroom posters, and reading library corners that continue benefiting students for years.
Long-Term Relationships
TEN commits to multi-year partnerships with each village school, ensuring consistent, dependable educational support year after year.