PDRC’s student Prashansa Nepali left for Malaysia for six month’s internship at Hyatt Regency, Kuantan Resort in Malaysia, one of the most distinguished tourism destinations in the world. She is studying Bachelor in Hospitality and Catering Management (BHCM) at Kantipur College of Catering and Hospital Management in Kathmandu. The hospitality students are required to complete an internship as a part of their four-year academic program. They are conferred with academic credit for the successful internship.

PDRC has been exploring and supporting students for such opportunities because it helps them in gaining practical experience by working alongside the professionals. They get the opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills they have gained in real-life situations. This experience will also allow them to make more informed decisions about the career path they take following their graduation.

Prashansa is a permanent resident of Kailali, Nepal. She is one of the beneficiaries of PDRC’s Empowering Dalit Daughters (EDD) project. Under this program, we empower Dalit daughters with academic excellence and leadership qualities. Prior to this, PDRC had sent two students for six month’s internship in Malaysia. (Dated on 23 March 2012)