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Here are a few links that you may find useful
www.nconepal.org
Is the official website of the Nepal Childrens Organisation. You will find lots of information about Balmandir Orphanage and the children.
www.balmandir.com
A website similar to ours that run by a group in Europe that endeavour to improve the lives of the children at Balmandir.
www.volunteernepal.org.np
An organisation run by Rajesh Shrestha, a local Nepalese man, who provides opportunities for volunteers to work in Nepal. (However, be aware that he is only currently placing volunteers within the Kathmandu Valley due to the problems associated between Maoists and the current Government).
www.kopan-monastery.com
A Buddhist monastery in the Tibetan tradition where you can visit, stay, mediatate or do a course.
www.welcomenepal.com
Home to Nepal's Sustainable Tourism Network that can provide you with lots of information and tips about how to have a great stay whilst supporting the local community.
www.ngcc.kristdemokrat.se
Is a website run by the Swedish Christian Democratic party's Women Federation. They assist girls from Balmandir who leave the Orphanage endeavouring to make the transition into Nepalese society smoother.
artbyoju.com/jizotext.html
It describes Jizō in the Japanese culture and, on subsequent pages, how it
relates to the protection of children.
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