Student Ambassador Program in Kathmandu: Inspiring the Young Generation to Protect Cultural Heritage
The recently concluded Kathmandu edition of the Student Ambassador Program aimed to educate students about the importance of art, culture, and heritage. The program was organized by the Center for Culture and Archeology Studies in collaboration with the Central Department of Nepali History, Culture, and Archeology of Tribhuvan University.
The program saw the participation of 31 students from six private and government schools in the Kathmandu Valley. The inauguration ceremony was graced by Naradamani Hartmchali, Chancellor of the Nepal Academy of Fine Arts, at the South Western State College in Basundhara.
During the program, students were educated on the significance and value of Nepali art, culture, and heritage, including the topics covered in class 9 and 10 syllabus. The presentations were given by renowned scholars and professors from the Central Department, including Prof. Dr. Somprasad Khatiwada, former head of department, Prof. Dr. Madankumar Rimal, Associate Professor Dr. Sandhya Khanal Parajuli, Associate Professor Dr. Nirmala Pokharel, and Associate Professor Abhijit Thapa.
The program also included presentations on the impact of pollution on the heritage sector and the impact of climate change on natural heritage. The officials of Info organization and Sandeep Khanal, on behalf of the Forest Consumer Federation, respectively, gave these presentations.
The three-day program included observation tours to the Patan Palace area and Pashupati area to offer students a practical understanding of the significance of cultural and archaeological heritage. On the third day, a program was held to test the students' comprehension.
After the completion of the program, the participating students were designated as student ambassadors by the organization. They were motivated to protect the cultural and archaeological heritage in their area. The organizing organization aims to hold similar programs in eight other locations across the country this year.
Overall, The Student Ambassador Program in Kathmandu was a success in educating young students about the value and significance of Nepali art, culture, and heritage. The program also inspired the young generation to take an active role in protecting the cultural and archaeological heritage in their area.
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