Volunteer with Street Children and Tribal Communities in India

  India

Rural Areas

Durations of Program: 1-2 weeks, 2-4 weeks and 9-12 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 9-12 weeks
Dates: Please visit the GVI website for upcoming start dates.

Description: Join this short term volunteer project for 2 weeks and work as a teaching assistant on much needed educational projects in tribal communities in Rajasthan, India. You will work alongside other long term GVI volunteers in formal and non-formal schools. All the schools are over-crowded and under funded and as a volunteer you will make the class size more manageable and provide valuable assistance on these worthwhile educational projects. The project usually involves teaching tribal children at formal schools in rural areas in the morning, or teaching street children at informal schools in the evening. Included in the program you will receive basic Hindi lessons during the first week and a cultural workshop (which could be yoga, cookery or dance) in the second week. Some local trips are included, including a visit to the Monsoon Palace and a trip to the Taj Mahal. Other optional side trips are available for those that wish to explore more of Rajasthan.

* How this program makes a difference:

The isolated tribal communities in India face many challenges; the socio-economic progress being witnessed in other parts of India has not yet reached these areas and consequently the cycle of poverty continues. They also face illiteracy and a general lack of education. Child labor and child marriages are common and contribute to these low rates of education. This project aims to increase the education of future generations as a positive step forward in achieving sustainable community development.

Highlights:
* Immerse yourself in the local community
* Assist in schools
* Work in child day care centres
* Help the local nurses
* Work with street kids
* Participate in health campaigns
* Get involved in cultural workshops
* Attend Hindi lessons
* See Monsoon palace of Udaipur at sunset
* Enjoy a local folk dance and puppet show
* Visit the majestic forts of Rajasthan

Qualifications: No special training or qualifications is required as you will receive training in the field.

Cost in US$: $1590 for 2 weeks

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Application Process Involves:

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Global Vision International's Mission Statement: 2008 marks a decade of commitment from GVI to all volunteers and partners. Global Vision International aims to promote the advancement of sustainable development through the creation of partnerships, promotion of local and global education, opportunities and via direct financial support. GVI remains committed to its local partners by ensuring they receive full credit for any research undertaken or achievements reached.

Year Founded: 1998