KIM BEACH BUILD APRIL KAVRE, NEPAL

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1 KIM BEACH BUILD APRIL KAVRE, NEPAL 1

2 PROJECT INFORMATION You will be assisting with ongoing efforts as part of the earthquake reconstruction project in Kavre, in the Kathmandu Valley. The magnitude-7.8 earthquake that struck Nepal on Saturday April 25, 2015 caused considerable devastation and loss of life. It was followed by another magnitude-7.4 earthquake to the north east near Mount Everest on 12 May. According to the government of Nepal, more than 8,800 people were killed. The effect on housing was devastating, with more than 800,000 homes destroyed and damaged. Since the earthquakes, the recovery process in Nepal has moved from the emergency phase to recovery and now, reconstruction. Despite challenges caused by political upheaval, fuel shortages and difficulties navigating the mountainous terrain, Habitat for Humanity has been able to undertake disaster recovery efforts to help families rebuild their homes and lives. In the three years since the 2015 earthquake 45,829 families have been supported with relief and shelter interventions ranging from shelter kits to permanent housing with access to water and sanitation facilities. This includes 692 new houses with another 373 under construction. FAST FACTS Trip dates: 13th - 20th April 2019 Registration fee: $200 Fundraising goal: $1,700 Approximate in country costs (including all accommodation, meals and transport): $1,000 - $1,250 twin share Registrations close: 3rd March 2019 China Nepal Kavre Bhutan India Bangladesh 2

3 ABOUT US ABOUT THE COUNTRY Habitat for Humanity Australia is a not-for-profit that works with families to obtain safe and decent housing along with the strength, stability and independence to build better lives. Our vision is a world where everyone has a safe and decent place to live. Nepal is an explorer s paradise. People are drawn here by the snow-capped mountaintops of the Himalayas, the allure of Kathmandu s magical temples and the promise of beautiful and diverse landscapes. In addition to building and repairing houses, our work also addresses land security, gives communities access to clean water and sanitation, provides education and training, and offers families in need real hope for the future. To ensure lasting, sustainable change and to break the cycle of poverty for good, we take an approach that is holistic, community based and focuses on empowering families. Habitat for Humanity works to alleviate housing poverty by developing long term, sustainable solutions that provide a hand up, not a hand out. Our partner families help with the building process and join volunteers and local tradespeople to build their own home. Global Village, our international volunteering program, offers an exciting opportunity for you to learn about another culture, travel to destinations that are off the tourist track and enhance the ongoing work of Habitat for Humanity. It also gives an insight into certain areas of international community development. The Global Village program is a vital part of Habitat for Humanity s work. Although the country is home to an estimated 61 ethnic groups with 125 different languages, Nepal s overall structure is dominated by Hinduism and a highly rigid caste system. Members of lower castes, women and ethnic minorities are among the most vulnerable groups in Nepalese society. Literacy rates are strikingly low, hovering at about 50 percent overall - 25 percent for women and 18 percent for lower caste groups. Addressing such inequalities and ensuring that development is equally distributed across disadvantaged groups is essential for the long term stability of Nepal. Around 41% of Nepal s population lives in inadequate housing. This means homes are often poorly built structures with thatched roofs and straw walls and are highly vulnerable to fires and natural disasters. Approximately 25% of the population also lacks access to safe drinking water and half the population are without proper sanitation facilities. Our wider community development projects aim to uplift and empower households by providing access to toilets and wells, hygiene training and vocational training. In addition, households will be supported through access to low-interest loans to improve the conditions of their houses and overall quality of life. 3

4 WHY KAVRE? Ranuki is 47 years old and lives with her husband and three adult children in Pipaltar village, Kavre. Pipaltar is a poor community of around 100 houses. The village was completely destroyed in the April and May earthquakes in Nepal. Houses like Ranuki s were made from sundried bricks joined with mud mortar. Most were two stories and simply could not stand up to the earthquakes. shelters, while they start the long process of permanent rebuilding. Ranuki says one positive thing to come from the earthquake has been bringing the community together. Before people only thought of their own families, but now they are all working together as a team. Ranuki was outside her house when the earthquake struck. Ranuki understandably finds it hard to describe the experience. She says it was a very difficult time. Four days after the earthquake, Habitat for Humanity came to assess the damage and see how they could help. Ranuki said during this time as many as eight families were taking shelter under one tarpaulin each night. When Australian Global Village volunteers arrived in September, the community was busy clearing and building roads. The volunteers joined them in using the rubble to stabilise slopes to prevent landslides and to widen the access roads so that they could bring in building materials to prepare for house construction. Each family in the village is contributing 200 hours of sweat equity towards their future homes. Some work hard passing rocks, building roads and demolishing houses. Others cook lunch and bring water for the 100 plus people working each day. Through recovery efforts, community members have been provided with temporary Ranuki is hopeful that with further volunteer help everyone will have a new house soon. Australi a constru n volunteers h ction o f new w elp with the alls in P ipaltar. gether mbers work to e m y it n u m Com terials. nd other ma a s ck ro g in pass With your help, we can change the lives of families like Ranuki s. 4

5 YOUR ITINERARY Saturday 13th April Arrive in Kathmandu Your adventure begins today with your arrival in Kathmandu. We will arrange your transfer from Tribhuvan International Airport to your hotel, where you can take some time to unpack and unwind. Take yourself on a walk to acquaint yourself with the city before heading back to your hotel for a welcome dinner where you will meet Kim Beach, your fellow volunteers, your team leader and the Habitat for Humanity coordinator who will be accompanying you for the week. This is your opportunity to get to know one another and get excited to spend the week working together. Sunday 14th April Take in the local culture Today Habitat for Humanity will arrange for you to spend the morning seeing Kathmandu. In the afternoon you will travel by bus to Kavre, where you will settle into your accommodation for the week. After some R&R, you will reconvene for dinner, where Habitat for Humanity staff will give you a thorough orientation for the week ahead, including construction safety and building tips. Make sure you have a good rest to prepare for your first day on site. Monday 15th April Begin construction and repairs Arriving on-site for your first day of construction and repairs, you will meet the community you will be helping. You will also have the opportunity to learn about their stories. The construction supervisor and local labourers will show you the ropes and you can get started with your work. There will be rest breaks for morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea that will all be provided on site. You can stop for a drink of water and a break as often as you need. At the end of the day, you ll enjoy a team dinner and a well-earned rest. 5

6 YOUR ITINERARY Tuesday 16th - Thursday 18th April Full days of construction and repairs with your teammates Over Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday you will be amazed at how much can be achieved in just one week. From splitting bamboo to mixing cement and rendering walls, there are plenty of ways to contribute. Throughout the week, make the most of your chance to chat with members of the community and learn about how their lives were affected by the earthquake. Each night we will take you to local restaurants, where you can unwind with the team and get to know each other better. Friday 19th April Handover ceremony and farewell lunch The final day of building is emotional for everyone involved. You will finish up the last of your work and have a farewell celebration with the community. You will reflect together on the week you ve spent together and the contribution that you have all made. This is the time to celebrate all your hard work and imagine the new life that the partner families will have thanks to your efforts. Be sure to bring tissues there won t be a dry eye in the house. You will share a final meal with everyone on site before saying farewell. Saturday 20th April Conclusion of the build Today we will take you back to Kathmandu where you will depart for home or further adventures. You might like to combine your build with travel to other overseas destinations. Although your trip has come to a close, you will be left with amazing memories and long lasting friendships that will keep the experience alive. 6

7 KIM BEACH Over the past 13 years, Kim Beach has helped transform the lives of countless women through her authentic, inspiring approach to health and fitness. But Kim s path to success hasn t been straightforward like all of us, she s gone through tough times, and has had to juggle her roles as a businesswoman, mum and partner. Fortunately, with her unfailing optimism and loyal support network, Kim has shown that embracing your true self really can be the best approach of all. Taking her years of experience as a personal trainer (plus a wealth of knowledge distilled from countless books) Kim gradually developed her own unique approach to wellbeing and it s all about finding a healthy balance that s right for you. Kim will be joining Habitat for Humanity for the first Kim Beach build. Join a group of like-minded volunteers for an inspiring week in Nepal. I am super excited to be leading this group with Habitat for Humanity to help provide new homes for women in need in the Kavre area of Nepal -please join me and my team and make a real difference! - Kim Beach 7

8 COSTS Cost type Amount What s included Registration Fee $200 This is non-refundable and cannot be fundraised. It will cover medical and evacuation insurance, online fundraising page, police check and a build pack to get you on your way. Minimum Fundraising $1,700 In-country expenses $1,000-$1,250 twin share This is tax deductible and able to be fundraised. Once received this will be split between Habitat for Humanity Australia and the Habitat host country to fund life changing projects like your build. Don t forget - this is just the minimum. The more you raise the greater impact you will have. These expenses cannot be fundraised. The Team Leader and the Habitat host country will devise a budget to cover your accommodation, meals, bottled water, ground transportation and local activities. Flights, visa, vaccinations, travel insurance and personal expenses are not included in your Global Village trip costs. HOW WE LL HELP YOU FUNDRAISE Reaching your $1,700 target may sound daunting, especially if you haven t done much fundraising before. However, you need not worry. You will be amazed at how generous people can be and we will be there to help every step of the way. We will support your fundraising efforts by providing you with: A customisable online fundraising page to collect donations. Fundraising stickers that you can hand out to family and friends. Access to our fundraising toolkit, which includes our best tips and resources. Regular reminders to make sure you re on track. 8

9 NEXT STEPS Step When Action 1 Sign up and pay registration fee Immediately 2 Tell your friends and family! Before it s too late 3 Start fundraising Now! 4 Head off and change lives! First day of the build Register online! If for any reason Habitat needs to cancel your build this fee is 100% refundable. Tell everyone about your trip and invite them along - the more the merrier! Log onto your online fundraising page and check out our toolkit for great fundraising ideas on how to exceed your target. Today is the day! You ll leave for the adventure of a lifetime. It s amazing seeing the difference you have made in someone s life. Helping them into a safe and secure home will change their life forever and I am so happy to have been part of it. - Tatum O Toole, volunteer CONTACT US When you re ready to join the build, simply fill out an application form. A member of our team will then be in touch to provide you with more information and answer any questions you may have. In the meantime, if you want to contact us, please: Call: Web: 9