The British Council has announced an open call for Sampada: Heritage for Prosperity, a three-day, in-person project management workshop for practitioners in Nepal, scheduled for January 21 to 23, 2026, in Kathmandu.

Structured around three thematic stages, understanding, exploration and implementation, the workshop aims to help participants link cultural heritage action to sustainable development and shared prosperity.

Through presentations, panels, and case studies, participants will explore opportunities and challenges at the grassroots level, examine best practices, and address key issues, including inclusion and climate change.

While recent policy developments are beginning to reposition heritage as a driver of inclusive growth, practitioners often lack access to skills and platforms that connect heritage with sustainable income generation.

Sectors such as tourism, craft, and creative enterprises present strong opportunities to link heritage protection with livelihoods, long-term sustainability, and community benefit. This workshop seeks to strengthen that connection by supporting practitioners in designing viable, impactful, and locally grounded cultural heritage projects.

Up to 30 participants will engage in interactive sessions, practitioner talks and peer learning to build skills in designing, implementing and evaluating heritage projects. Up to 15 participants travelling from outside the Kathmandu Valley will receive financial support.

“This workshop creates an inclusive space for practitioners to enhance their skills, exchange knowledge, and develop impactful and sustainable projects that benefit communities across the country,” said Nhooja Tuladhar, head of arts, British Council Nepal.

Applications are open until Monday, December 24, 2025.

The workshop is supported by the Cultural Protection Fund (CPF), a British Council partnership with the UK Government.