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Location:
Jaipur - India
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Language of Instruction: English
Overview
Includes placement, housing, and meals.
Caring for children at local day-care centers or Aanganbari's. Responsibilities include: looking after the children who come to the center everyday; maintaining records for each child based on health, vaccination, growth and nutritional condition; making and feeding the children specially-prepared nutritious meals; and surveying pregnant women and newborn babies for regular health checkups and vaccinations.
After a night in New Delhi, the program begins formally in Jaipur, the bustling and historic capital of Rajasthan. Volunteers stay with local families during a 3-day orientation that covers issues such as:
* Indian history and culture
* Volunteering and community development
* An introduction to Hindi
Each placement includes 3 off-site excursions:
* Sightseeing of Amber Fort in Jaipur with elephant ride
* Camel safari on full-board basis with overnight camping in the desert
* Tiger safari at Ranthambore National Tiger Reserve
Volunteeer in India Placement Options
Volunteer placements are designed to involve about 15-20 hours of work per week. Volunteers in India also benefit from special workshops on Indian culture such as yoga and cooking, and planned excursions to local sites of interest. Plenty of free time will also exist for reading, relaxing and exploring the local surroundings. Volunteers are aided by local assistants who serve as guides, translators, and overall support staff.
Eligibility
Applicants must:
- Be at least 18 years of age with at least a high school diploma
- Be in good health with an independent, flexible, open-minded attitude
- Be able to live and work in rural communities where conditions are basic
Dates
Once we receive and accept your application, we will send you additional information for the program of your choice. The deadline for the full application is 2 months prior to your desired start date.
Deadlines
The deadline for the full application is 2 months prior to your desired start date.
Contact
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212-924-0446
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212-924-0575
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