Field Visit to Phakhel, Makwanpur : a Part of Indigenous Social Work Practice

On August 15, the final-year students of the School of Social Science undertook a field visit to Phakhel, Makwanpur as part of their Indigenous Social Work Practice course. This visit was designed as a key component of the curriculum, allowing students to directly engage with indigenous practices, community structures, and local narratives beyond the classroom.

During the visit, students were divided into various groups and interacted closely with different segments of the community, including youth groups, children, spiritual healers, cooperatives, and health facilitators. Through focus group discussions, personal interactions, and shared experiences, the students gained insights into the unique cultural values, traditional practices, and social dynamics that shape the everyday lives of the community members.

This exposure highlighted how a single community holds multiple stories, identities, and ways of life, each with its own challenges and strengths. For the students, it was an opportunity to understand indigenous practices and also a lesson in compassion, cultural humility, and the importance of curiosity when engaging with diverse groups.

The visit proved to be a fruitful learning experience, bridging theory with lived reality—enabling students to recognize the depth of indigenous knowledge systems and their relevance to contemporary social work practice.

(The School of Social Sciences (SoSS) offers a diverse range of undergraduate programs including Psychology, Sociology, and Social Work. With expert faculty and practical experiences, SoSS prepares students for meaningful careers in various fields of social service and research.)

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