EWB Nepal and EWB Switzerland Prepare for the Immersive Study Tour 2026 in Dhading

Ahead of the Immersive Study Tour (IST) 2026, the EWB Nepal team visited Dhading to engage with local stakeholders and prepare the community for the upcoming programme. This year marks the second IST in Dhading, organised by EWB Nepal in collaboration with EWB Switzerland. Five participants from Switzerland will visit Nepal for the IST from 28 October to 6 November 2026, building on the experience and relationships established during the previous tour.
During the visit, the team met with community Points of Contact (POCs), the Ward Chairperson, local representatives, and community members to discuss IST activities, community participation, accommodation, and overall coordination. The team also visited participating households to review homestay arrangements and ensure that local hosts are prepared to welcome the participants.
As part of the technical preparation, the team visited Swabalambi School for the Deaf to understand the existing site conditions and discuss the proposed playground design.
The visit helped strengthen coordination with the community, clarify expectations, and identify areas where the IST can contribute meaningfully. Building on the experience of the first IST, and with strong support from local stakeholders and enthusiastic community participation, Dhading is preparing to once again welcome participants for a programme centred on learning, collaboration, cultural exchange, and community-based engineering.