Young Yatri Organization
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Young Yatri Organization is a not-for-profit youth organization, operating in Nepal. The institution was established in November 2009, by seven energetic high school students aiming for the growth and development of youths of Nepal in order to upgrade the vestigial situation of the country. The organization involves youth in different activities to enhance their skills in different areas, making sure that these activities are beneficial to them and for the nation. The organization believes that our today's action will render a better tomorrow for our contemporaries and next generations.
In January 2010, Saraswati Teaching and Resource Center organized 6th International Teachers Conference, which was attended by more than 700 teachers. In the event, Young Yatri Organization performed a forum theater play Paath...sala. Forum Theatre is a type of theatre where the theatrical performance can be stopped at some point, and from there on the audience will suggest how should the play proceed. The audience can either give suggestions to the actors about what is to be done, the audience can add themselves in the play as another character or they can replace some of the existing characters of the play. Henceforth play depends on the impromptu performance by the actors. The play addressed the issues of school bullying
, teachers lackadaisical nature and disrespect to culture. Paath...sala was directed by honorary member Mrs. Loonibha Karki Tuladhar.
(traditional Nepali calendar). This is the same year when there was a national upheaval against the Panchayat system in Nepal. This novel is inspired by events that occurred 40 years ago which occurred when Koirala as a child which Koirala tried to link with the present. In the contemporary time, this novel represented a non-conventional approach to novel-writing and took the whole Nepali literature to a new level.
Today Nepali literature is suffering through an inactive period and its influence on the youth in waning away. In order to revive the interest of young people in their own literature and to give them a platform to take pride in it, Modiaain was organized. Also, Young Yatri Organization aimed at influencing the youth to respect and enjoy theatre as an art form. Modiaain as play is compiled and directed by Mr. Birendra Hamal and acted by the actors of Rastriya Nach Ghar. Although the genre has been changed the message and the storyline has been kept intact. The play was viewed by around 300 youths.
"dOBATO", which means junction, was YYO's second Forum Theater experience. This play was conceptualized, directed and acted by the members of YYO. The theatrical performance was named "dOBATO" because all the characters and spectators of the play faced dilemmas and have to make several choices during the course of the play, Staged in Alliance Française
, Tripureshwor, Kathmandu on 11 August 2010, it was one of the events of YOUTH JATRA 2010. "dOBATO" portrayed 6 youths, each with their idiosyncratic traits, out of which three were so-called "hooligans". Then in the course, "dOBATO" attempted to familiarize the audience with their characters, their way of thinking, their background and, in short, them. The "hooligans" represented the depressed youth of Nepal who are extensively involved in drug abuse and several other misdemeanors. Whereas the other three represented youths from a well-off families. At the climax, the three "hooligans", commit a felony and find themselves in a big trouble. At that point, the play is handed over to the audience - the audience was given the chance to suggest how should the play proceed, to introduce themselves as a new character or to modify one of the characters or the story itself. Almost all of the audience participated in some way in the play - starting from drug abuse the theatrical discussion highlighted the issues of AIDS, family's responsibilities and even national problems like political instability. This section was filled with numerous attempts by the audience to convince the "hooligans" to come back to the right path. With an amalgamation of sadness, repentance, ego and humour, YYO tried its best to inculpate the audience to think in detail about the question "dOBATO" raised.
Mission
YYO aims to provide the platform and knowledge to the youth so that the youth can realize their capabilities and responsibilities. YYO believes that, when empowered, the youth themselves will develop the sense humanity, patriotism and rationality that is needed for the enhancement and well-functioning of the society. YYO believes in persuasion not compulsion.How YYO works
- YYO was initiated in order to motivate youths of Nepal to engage in contributing something to the society and the nation. So, for that, YYO chose its medium to be theater, more specifically Forum TheatreForum TheatreThe Forum Theatre is a theatre located on the corner of Flinders Street and Russell Street in the central business district of Melbourne, Australia. The building was designed by American architect John Eberson, who has designed many theatres across the globe, along with a local architectural firm...
. - After its first two events, YYO realized that to successfully affect the youth it has to approach it through ways other than theaters too. Hence, YYO extended itself to incorporate Event Creation and Management under its working methods. Youth Jatra, ...My Journey from 7 to 14 and Youth for Development are the event which have till now been created by YYO.
Paath..sala
| Performers |
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| Loonibha Karki Tuladhar, Bibek Babu Pokharel, Bideha Agam, Bidesh Thapaliya, Bishaka Karki, Devashish Sharma, Parash Upreti, Prakash Subedi, Pratima Ghale, Robin Sharma, Shushma Adhikari |
In January 2010, Saraswati Teaching and Resource Center organized 6th International Teachers Conference, which was attended by more than 700 teachers. In the event, Young Yatri Organization performed a forum theater play Paath...sala. Forum Theatre is a type of theatre where the theatrical performance can be stopped at some point, and from there on the audience will suggest how should the play proceed. The audience can either give suggestions to the actors about what is to be done, the audience can add themselves in the play as another character or they can replace some of the existing characters of the play. Henceforth play depends on the impromptu performance by the actors. The play addressed the issues of school bullying
School bullying
School bullying is a type of bullying that occurs in connection with education, either inside or outside of school. Bullying can be physical, verbal, or emotional and is usually repeated over a period of time.In schools, bullying occurs in all areas...
, teachers lackadaisical nature and disrespect to culture. Paath...sala was directed by honorary member Mrs. Loonibha Karki Tuladhar.
Modiaain
Modiaain was written by Late Biseshwor Prasad Koirala in 2036 B.S.Bikram Samwat
Vikram Samvat is the calendar established by Indian emperor Vikramaditya...
(traditional Nepali calendar). This is the same year when there was a national upheaval against the Panchayat system in Nepal. This novel is inspired by events that occurred 40 years ago which occurred when Koirala as a child which Koirala tried to link with the present. In the contemporary time, this novel represented a non-conventional approach to novel-writing and took the whole Nepali literature to a new level.
Today Nepali literature is suffering through an inactive period and its influence on the youth in waning away. In order to revive the interest of young people in their own literature and to give them a platform to take pride in it, Modiaain was organized. Also, Young Yatri Organization aimed at influencing the youth to respect and enjoy theatre as an art form. Modiaain as play is compiled and directed by Mr. Birendra Hamal and acted by the actors of Rastriya Nach Ghar. Although the genre has been changed the message and the storyline has been kept intact. The play was viewed by around 300 youths.
YOUTH JATRA
On August 12, International Youth Day 2010 was celebrated by youth all over the world. For the celebration of International Youth Day 2010 in Nepal, a mega event was organized by 19 youth organizations of Nepal, named YOUTH JATRA. YOUTH JATRA 2010 also celebrated the beginning of International Youth Year August 2010 - August 2011. Young Yatri Organization was one of the organizers. As the name suggests, "Youth Jatra" is all about youth. First of its kind in Nepal, Youth Jatra is not merely any other entertainment event but rather, a special platform "of the youth, by the youth and for the youth". In this event, YYO tried to represent interests of every youth group in Nepal. Total attendants for the event were, according to our data, around 2000. This mega event included:- Musical Concert
- B-Boying
- Table Talks
- Theatrical performances
- Documentary Screening
- Art Exhibition and Workshop
- Photo Exhibition
- Youth Entrepreneur Stalls
- Blood Donation Programs
dOBATO...
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| Astha Pokharel, Bhupendra Sharma, Bibek Babu Pokharel, Bideha Agam, Bidesh Thapaliya, Bishaka Karki, Devashish Sharma, Niranjana Pokharel, Sandesh Mohan Adhikary, Shubham Sapkota |
"dOBATO", which means junction, was YYO's second Forum Theater experience. This play was conceptualized, directed and acted by the members of YYO. The theatrical performance was named "dOBATO" because all the characters and spectators of the play faced dilemmas and have to make several choices during the course of the play, Staged in Alliance Française
Alliance française
The Alliance française , or AF, is an international organisation that aims to promote French language and culture around the world. created in Paris on 21 July 1883, its primary concern is teaching French as a second language and is headquartered in Paris -History:The Alliance was created in Paris...
, Tripureshwor, Kathmandu on 11 August 2010, it was one of the events of YOUTH JATRA 2010. "dOBATO" portrayed 6 youths, each with their idiosyncratic traits, out of which three were so-called "hooligans". Then in the course, "dOBATO" attempted to familiarize the audience with their characters, their way of thinking, their background and, in short, them. The "hooligans" represented the depressed youth of Nepal who are extensively involved in drug abuse and several other misdemeanors. Whereas the other three represented youths from a well-off families. At the climax, the three "hooligans", commit a felony and find themselves in a big trouble. At that point, the play is handed over to the audience - the audience was given the chance to suggest how should the play proceed, to introduce themselves as a new character or to modify one of the characters or the story itself. Almost all of the audience participated in some way in the play - starting from drug abuse the theatrical discussion highlighted the issues of AIDS, family's responsibilities and even national problems like political instability. This section was filled with numerous attempts by the audience to convince the "hooligans" to come back to the right path. With an amalgamation of sadness, repentance, ego and humour, YYO tried its best to inculpate the audience to think in detail about the question "dOBATO" raised.
… My journey from 7 to 14..
One photo equals thousand words. With this assertion Subesksha Shrestha started her journey to photography at the age of 7 and till date she has captured in her camera photographs ranging from political figures to unknown victims, from mountains to meadows, from hooliganism to heritage and many more. For her sincerest effort, she is registered in Guinness Book of World Record as World's Youngest Girl Photographer. This was a five day event from 12–17 September. Through this exhibition YYO not only encouraged Subeksha to continue her dedication to photography but we also personally interacted with more than 500 students who came to the exhibition.Activista Big Bang
In partnership with Activista, youth network of Actionaid, YYO had helped to organize a mega event called "Activista Big Bang" on 4 November 2010. With an aim to pressurize political parties to include Right to food in the constitution and its implementation afterward, we had performed various attention seeking activities such as flash mobs and concerts. More than 500 youth participated in this event.Red Ribbon Campaign
Young Yatri Organisation performed a forum theater focusing on the topic of AIDS on December 2 at Xavier International College, KTM. The play was viewed by more than 300 students. YYO raised the issue of unsafe sex and drug abuse in the play, portraying these as two of the main causes of HIV infection. The play also tried to depict the social and personal trauma HIV infected have to suffer.Youth for Development (YFD)
This event will involve 75 students (representing 75 districts of Nepal) from 14 different schools (representing 14 zones of Nepal). Event is being organized and coordinated by Young Yatri Organization. In this program, the participants engage themselves in debate and eventually reach to conclusion about what steps have to taken in the district, zonal and national level in order to build a better Nepal. This event is currently in its initial stage. When complete, the file and the YFD drafted constitution made by the participants will be submitted to the Constituent assembly of Nepal.Board of Directors
- Bibek Babu Pokharel- Director for Event and Resource Management
- Bidesh Thapaliya - Director for Organizational Management
- Devashish Sharma - Director For Public and International Relations
- Parash Upreti - Director For Account and Administration
- Richa Rajbhandari - Director for Marketing and Promotion
- Smriti Basnet - Director for Publication