Nepali Students Make Global Impact through Prestigious Practicum Projects This Fall

New York City | Kathmandu | December 19, 2025

As the fall semester comes to a close, a group of Nepali students have marked a major milestone on the global stage, successfully completing hands-on practicum projects in New York City at internationally recognised organisations, including UN-affiliated offices. Their work addressed pressing global and regional challenges many of which closely mirror issues faced in Nepal.

With the successful completion of this fall’s practicum projects, participating institutions are expected to expand future opportunities, opening doors for more Nepali students to gain international experiential learning.

Learning Beyond Classrooms, Contributing Beyond Borders

Based in New York City, the students worked closely with multinational teams, researchers, and policymakers, contributing to projects that ranged from child welfare and social protection to sustainable agriculture and women’s empowerment.

“Coming from Nepal, where challenges like rural development and gender equity are part of everyday life, this practicum allowed me to connect local realities with global solutions. It felt like bringing a piece of home to the world stage.” said one Nepali participant.

Key Areas of Contribution

• Collaborated with UNICEF’s Social Policy teams, analysing child welfare data and contributing policy recommendations relevant to South Asia
• Worked on projects linked to the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), focusing on sustainable agriculture, food security, and women’s empowerment in rural Nepal
• Assisted broader UN initiatives in global health, education, and development, gaining practical experience in research, monitoring, and stakeholder engagement

Why This Matters for Nepal?

The success of these practicum projects reflects a broader shift among Nepali students abroad from degree-focused study to experiential, impact-driven education. With Nepal sending a growing number of students overseas each year, such programmes demonstrate how global exposure can translate into meaningful contributions both internationally and back home.

Education experts say experiences like these:

• Strengthen career pathways in international organisations
• Build global professional networks
• Enhance research, leadership, and cross-cultural skills
• Prepare students to bring international best practices back to Nepal

Further updates on future cohorts and programme expansions are expected in the coming weeks.