Coding for Social Good Nepal Summer Camp is a fully funded, 16-week online fellowship where up to 60 high school students and recent graduates across Nepal build real technology projects that tackle urgent environmental problems such as wildfires, deforestation, air pollution, and more.
Participants spend the first few weeks learning environmental education along with the fundamentals of Python, data, and APIs. After that, they join a team of 10 and spend the rest of the program building a real project that is presented publicly at a final showcase event.
Supported internationally by the North American Association for Environmental Education (NAAEE) and RTX Corporation, this summer camp requires no prior programming experience. The program starts from zero and provides access to valuable industry mentorship from professionals, including AI engineers, software engineers, and the embedded systems lead at Yatri Motorcycles.
Participation is completely free for students. There are no fees; project expenses are covered, and support is provided for internet access challenges, so cost and connectivity are not barriers.
📅 Duration: June 2026 to September 2026
⏰ Time Commitment: Approximately 12 hours per week
💻 Mode: Virtual, with physical showcase and graduation
💰 Cost: Completely Free
📅 Application Deadline: May 20, 2026
• Forest-Fire Detection: Detect wildfire risks early to help protect forests and communities
• Deforestation Watch: Identify forest-cover loss faster to support ecosystem protection
• Endangered-Species Tracker: Track sightings and habitats to support conservation teams
• Nepali Eco-Chatbot: Build trusted environmental guidance tools accessible in Nepali
• Plant-Disease Detector: Detect crop diseases early to improve yield and farmer livelihoods
• Urban Air-Quality Alarm: Create alerts when air quality becomes unsafe for public health
📅 April: Mentee application opens, and nationwide applications begin
📅 May: Mentee application closes, and review process starts
📅 May: Selection notices are sent, and mentor announcements are made
📅 June: Program starts with workshops, team formation, and project development
📅 September: Final showcase event and program conclusion
• Working Project: Build and own a real prototype that can continue growing after the program
• Recognized Certificate: Receive an internationally recognized certificate for your portfolio and applications
• Mentorship and Network: Gain guidance and long-term connections within Nepal’s tech industry
• Career Foundation: Build confidence and practical skills for computer science or environmental careers
Students currently studying in or recently graduated from secondary school (Grades 9–12) from anywhere in Nepal are encouraged to apply.
The program especially welcomes students from rural areas, underrepresented communities, and schools without computer labs.
This is not a passive learning experience. Participants are expected to stay engaged, put in effort, ask questions, and actively work on solving real problems with their teams.
Coding for Social Good Nepal
Email: contact@cosognepal.org
Website: summercamp.cosognepal.org
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