Following the Nepalese earthquake in April 2015, IODR has been concentrating its efforts on supporting the victims of the disaster through fundraising; to build a school and a refuge centre for trafficked young Nepali girls in some of the most severely affected areas of Nepal.
Unlike our traditional fundraising efforts, IODR has set its sights on giving supporters, donors and friends the unique opportunity of contributing to our activities on an individual basis whilst working towards a collective goal of promoting positive social change in times of adversity. We are delighted to announce that in March 2017, IODR supporters will be able to visit Nepal with an organised trek of the Himalayas and volunteering opportunity at an IODR project.
The trek journeys up to Poon Hill (3120m) and will allow participants to take in the breathtaking Nepalese countryside and experience traditional culture, with opportunities to trek through local villages and communities. IODR have endeavoured to make this a trip of a lifetime by offering a truly unique experience; encouraging teamwork and physical resilience at the same time as building lifelong memories through helping those less fortunate.
Trekkers will be accompanied by experienced mountaineer and long-term supporter of IODR, Bob Bhania; who in May 2016 became the first British man to reach the Summit of Everest since before the devastating earthquake in Nepal. Bob will be on hand with his team of Sherpas to ensure this is a truly rewarding and fulfilling experience for all who embark on the journey. The trip will culminate with trekkers experiencing first-hand the positive impact their fundraising efforts have on a local community by participating in an IODR building project, supporting learning and organising a community sports day at an IODR school.
The IODR trek is ideally designed to bring together like-minded individuals - either as a personal challenge or through a business's own corporate and social responsibility, all wanting to give back, at the same time as forging new friendships, mentoring, increasing personal development and experiencing new cultures that all have a lasting impact.
If you are inspired to join our journey or would like to learn more, please visit www.iodr.co.uk/news/events/nepal-trek-march-2017/. Places are limited to ensure a successful and satisfying experience for all.
