The British Council invites Expressions of Interest (EOI) to participate in a three-day (in-person) workshop on project management for heritage actors in Kathmandu, Nepal.
Sampada: Heritage for Prosperity is aimed at individuals and institutions who are interested in developing project-based interventions to safeguard Nepal’s cultural heritage (please refer to the FAQ video for definitions). The workshop will invite up to 30 participants to learn and exchange with a diverse cohort of cultural actors and stakeholders. Using presentations, panels and case studies, Sampada hopes to create an interactive and productive space to review recent developments, learn project management skills and along the way draw cross-sectoral connections to conceptualise innovative and sustainable heritage protection actions.
Key Details
Sampada: Heritage for Prosperity - 21-23 January 2026
*(Pre-workshop orientation on 9 January 2025)
Location: Kathmandu, Nepal
The workshop will be facilitated in English, and interpretation will be available. A pre-workshop orientation will be hosted for participants to review relevant information about their engagement.
Up to 15 residential participants can be covered to attend the workshop in Kathmandu. Out-of-valley participants will have financial support to cover all costs associated with participation.
Workshop Goals
The primary goal is to frame heritage action in the larger context of sustainable development and shared prosperity, asking how we can best preserve heritage so that it benefits the community, society, and the country. Several case studies will be presented to understand opportunities and challenges at grassroots levels and to critically appraise best practices to help us navigate the pluralities of cultural heritage in Nepal’s diverse socio-political landscape and characteristic geographies. Content will also touch on influential issues, including inclusion and climate change.
By the end of the workshop, participants will:
- Be more confident about their knowledge of heritage action in Nepal and their ability to design relevant and sustainable actions themselves
- Have a better understanding of project management principles and their application in heritage action projects.
- Be able to use a range of tools and resources to communicate effectively - to build shared cause and to develop patronage
- Network with relevant actors and stakeholders working in the cultural and heritage sectors.
Eligibility and Selection Criteria
Participants must be based and working in Nepal. They also need to:
- Be 18 and above at the time of application
- Have at least 3-5 years of professional or leadership experience in projects on culture, cultural heritage and/or relevant grassroots/community actions and advocacy.
We encourage applications from all regions and from professional and social backgrounds. Women, youth, disabled persons, and individuals from underserved communities are encouraged to apply for this workshop.
Applicants may submit:
- EOI Form (click here for the online form) with optional supporting materials (photos, sketches).
- Offline EOI Form (via email): Download and fill out the form. Send the filled form via email to sampada.workshop@gmail.com with the subject “EOI Form Sampada 2026.
- Alternatively, you can also submit a video & audio response: Record yourself answering the form questions in less than 5 minutes. Please email the file to sampada.workshop@gmail.com with the subject: “Video EOI Sampada 2026” (for video submissions) or “Audio EOI Sampada 2026” (for audio submissions). Please ensure viewing access is granted.
Applications may be submitted in Nepali or English, or in Nepal Sign Language (through video). If you wish to use another local language, don't hesitate to get in touch with us to explore translation options.
To help answer common queries, we have created a Frequently Asked Questions document and video (click here for the link). Available in Nepali and Englis,h these media can help with your submission.
About the Cultural Protection Fund (CPF)
The British Council leads the Cultural Protection Fund (CPF) in partnership with the UK Government Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS). Launched in 2016, CPF protects cultural heritage at risk in conflict-affected regions and, since 2019, from climate change and natural hazards. CPF conducted sector-wide research in Nepal throughout 2023, followed by capacity building and grants to support four projects across the country.
CPF supports sustainable social and economic development by building capacity to safeguard and promote cultural heritage. The fund provides training and educational opportunities to empower local communities to value, care for, and benefit from heritage. Since 2016, CPF has awarded more than £50 million to 156 projects across 19 countries. www.britishcouncil.org/arts/culture-development/cultural-protection-fund