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Himalaya Social Impact Challenge
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Hear from past participants
“The whole experience was unbelievably incredible. I was worried about not making friends and feeling alone in a new country but that wasn’t the case. I made so many friends and together we did amazing things that we just wouldn’t be able to do as a tourist.””
Hear from past participants
“Challenges Abroad allowed me a once in a life time opportunity that I will never forget. It enabled me to really see how fortunate I am, push personal boundaries, develop new skills and form new friendships. Such a great experience, I’d 100% recommend.”
Overview
Nestled in the Kangra Valley of Himachal Pradesh, Palampur is known as the Tea Capital of North India, offering a breathtaking and meaningful setting for your Global Citizenship journey. However, many families in this rural northern town face barriers such as limited access to quality education and health services. Based against the majestic backdrop of the Dhauladhar Range of the Himalayas, you’ll work with children and their families to deliver engaging workshops in conversational English, STEAM, and creative arts that help create better learning environments for the students.
Through immersive cultural experiences, hands-on community engagement, and real-world learning opportunities, this programme helps you grow personally, connect with others, and make a difference that continues beyond your time abroad.
The Himalayas: Discover Impact in Every Moment
“There is not a better feeling than feeling like you’ve made a difference. This challenge gave me that opportunity. Living, working and playing in Peru enabled me to see, hear, feel and taste this beautiful culture and I’m forever grateful for the Challenges Abroad team for ensuring my safety and well-being when it came to trying new food and climbing to new heights. It took my breath away – literally!”
Check out our FAQs!
Will this conflict with my exams, dissertation, or term dates?
Not at all! All trip dates are specifically scheduled around UK University holiday windows (summer or Easter breaks) to ensure zero overlap with your academic deadlines or exam periods. In the lead-up to departure, the pre-departure commitment is light and flexible, just occasional monthly team catch-ups that you can easily fit around your studies.
How will taking part in a Challenge benefit my CV?
A Challenge is a massive differentiator on your CV. Through our Global Citizenship framework, you’ll gain practical experience in cross-cultural communication, project leadership, problem-solving, and resilience, all skills top graduate employers actively look for. Upon completing your trip, you’ll also receive an official certificate of completion to showcase your impact and skills.
What happens if my circumstances change or I can no longer travel?
We know life happens! If your circumstances change, we offer flexible transfer options allowing you to move your spot to a different trip date or defer to the following year. We also have standard cooling-off terms at registration.
How safe is the trip, and who will be looking after us?
Your safety is our absolute priority. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be supported by full-time, experienced Challenges Abroad in-country staff, and we only use fully vetted accommodation and transport. You’ll also receive comprehensive pre-departure safety briefings, so you feel completely prepared every step of the way.
Still Have Questions?
“There is not a better feeling than feeling like you’ve made a difference. This challenge gave me that opportunity. Living, working and playing in Peru enabled me to see, hear, feel and taste this beautiful culture and I’m forever grateful for the Challenges Abroad team for ensuring my safety and well-being when it came to trying new food and climbing to new heights. It took my breath away- literally!”
