Beekeeping training conducted by Sharing Seeds . Photo by RMT .
Sharing Seeds
Sharing seeds is a non-profit social enterprise from Pokhara that trains and employs local farmers in Organic Arabica Coffee farming and beekeeping . We also give basic sewing training to local women , who have actively been producing handicrafts with recyclable materials since then . Our goal is to show the locals that there is an alternative to becoming a laborer in foreign countries , and to tackle the ecological issue of abandoned farmlands . We offer visitors the experience of coming to our farms to see how we work , taste our products , and hike in the surrounding areas . Thanks to our operation , more than 60 people have received training to become coffee farmers and sell their product through our network . We expect 40 more to join us in the next two years . Our educational effort in regards to beekeeping and eco-consciousness has significantly reduced the use of pesticides and other harmful chemicals , and has created multiple full-time beekeeping jobs .
Nana Resort
Nana Resort is an eco-friendly retreat near Chitwan National Park that offers sustainable jungle and culture-based activities for their visitors . We believe in the symbiotic relationship between tourism and local empowerment , so we train and employ talented people from our surrounding villages , creating new sources of livelihood for them . With a commitment to fair wages , professional development and inclusive hiring practices , a sense of ownership is fostered amongst the staff , which translates to an authentic and heartfelt customer service . As our partnerships extend to local suppliers and small businesses , we stimulate economic growth by prioritizing the local supply chain , with the goal of forging a path towards a self-sufficient and resilient community . As for environmental conservation , our well-loved gardens are habitat to native flora and fauna , which , along with our energy-efficient lighting and waste reduction initiatives , are a step towards being ecologically responsible as a business in this sector .
Group of bikers in Panauti . Photo by RMT .
Panauti Bike Station and Kaula Cche
Panauti Bike station and Kaula Cche are businesses that are a direct result of the positive impacts of Community-Based Tourism ( CBT ) on local people . Both are located within the Panauti Community Homestay area . First , a homestay was established in its area , and its success fostered an entrepreneurial spirit in the locals of that community . Panauti Bike Station was born from the desire to establish an activity which the visitors of the homestay could partake in . Here , the visitors may rent mountain bikes and ride through hilly trails with the guidance of a local expert . Kaula Cche is a restaurant that serves traditional Newari food , initiated by a group of women who had the same desire to add a layer of authenticity to the visitors ’ experience of the community . Both these operations serve as a perfect example of how CBT can inspire a community to make use of their inherent knowledge and skills to generate a new revenue stream , and contribute to the charm of their community by creating a business operation that is both unique and faithful to their identity .
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