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Background: We, the team of Alpine Asian
Treks & Expedition have been professional tour
organizers for more than 15 years in the
Himalayas. We have on occasion encountered one
or two accident with regard the trekking crew
(guide, porter, cook and helper). Sometimes a
small problem with the crew could have been
minimized if it could have been treated in time.
Because of the problem of raising a small amount
of money they have avoided going to hospital.
This then can grow with difficulties for their
remaining life. In the mean time we have
realized that if the problem could be treated in
time it could at least help them to live a
normal life. The individual can then remain an
experienced porter for the next trekking event.
We did not find in Nepal any form of insurance
or association that is providing any positive
assistance towards the welfare of trekking
crews. This even though up until this time there
are many trekking crews who are not insured as
per the government rules of Nepal. Most of the
crew are working for their very survival. They
all have families who are depending on his
income. We have noticed that somehow they are
living that way but when the accident happens
they have no way except praying to God or
getting a loan from their land lord.
How dose it works: Here, our company has
decided to do some things towards the trekking
crew who are working with us. Now we have
started to generate the money amongst ourselves
against the potential of nay future accident.
This company announces to the crew to deposit
the small amount of the money (Nrs50 only) for
each trek and the company will contribute the
same amount (Nrs50 only). We will keep this
money in a separate account held in reserve for
such special needs. We will use that fond as and
when the need arises for the benefit of our team
members. The amount well be decided by
discussion amongst the senior members of the
(crew) team.
Who can get it: We have decided to apply
this process towards the limited members of our
crews. The beneficiaries can include their
father, mother, wife and children only. We
welcome your suggestions and comments and to be
more systematic and practical. If you would like
to contribute any amount will be always
acceptable. Please do not hesitate to comment
back to us at any time. |
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