In the first two weeks of the camp, the volunteers will get the opportunity to learn about the Tibetan culture and issues related to the exile of its people and re-settlement in India. There will be cultural activities and exchange with Tibetan Youth. This will include an awareness campaign for the protection of the environment in cooperation with the Tibetan welfare office. The volunteers will support a local Indian/Tibetan school in need of simple renovation. On the third week of the camp volunteers will take part in a 4 day trekking activity in the mountains of Dharamsala and Triund.
Accomodation:
At a guesthouse, in shared rooms.
Location:
Valleys of the Himalayas - where the heaven meets the earth. This small paradise is home to the Dalai Lama and to a significant Tibetan settlement in India. Dharamsala is set in the backdrop of the snow-clad peaks of Dhauladhar Mountains. It is the capital of the Tibetan Government in exile and the residence of the Dalai Lama.
This work involves teaching children from poor background in the non-formal schools about basic English and Mathematics, Health and Hygiene, Environmental protection. There will also be House visits and meetings with rural people to give awareness about health, education and hygiene. Volunteers can take the school children to places in the city like picnics, exposure visits and city walks. Also volunteers will get a chance to take part in the renovation work at local schools/orphanages like painting, building playgrounds etc.
Accomodation:
At a guesthouse, in shared rooms.
Location:
Mount Abu is the highest peak in the Aravalli range and the only hill station in Rajasthan state. The mountain forms a distinct rocky plateau 22km long by 9km wide. The highest peak on the mountain is Guru Shikhar at 1722 metres above sea level. It is referred to as an 'oasis in the desert', as its heights are home to rivers, lakes, waterfalls and evergreen forests. Mount Abu is home to a number of Jain temples.
In the first two weeks of the camp, the volunteers will get the opportunity to learn about the Tibetan culture and issues related to the exile of its people and re-settlement in India. There will be cultural activities and exchange with Tibetan Youth. This will include an awareness campaign for the protection of the environment in cooperation with the Tibetan welfare office. The volunteers will support a local Indian/Tibetan school in need of simple renovation. On the third week of the camp volunteers will take part in a 4 day trekking activity in the mountains of Dharamsala and Triund.
Accomodation:
At a guesthouse, in shared rooms.
Location:
Valleys of the Himalayas - where the heaven meets the earth. This small paradise is home to the Dalai Lama and to a significant Tibetan settlement in India. Dharamsala is set in the backdrop of the snow-clad peaks of Dhauladhar Mountains. It is the capital of the Tibetan Government in exile and the residence of the Dalai Lama.
In the first two weeks of the camp, the volunteers will get the opportunity to learn about the Tibetan culture and issues related to the exile of its people and re-settlement in India. There will be cultural activities and exchange with Tibetan Youth. This will include an awareness campaign for the protection of the environment in cooperation with the Tibetan welfare office. The volunteers will support a local Indian/Tibetan school in need of simple renovation. On the third week of the camp volunteers will take part in a 4 day trekking activity in the mountains of Dharamsala and Triund.
Accomodation:
At a guesthouse, in shared rooms.
Location:
Valleys of the Himalayas - where the heaven meets the earth. This small paradise is home to the Dalai Lama and to a significant Tibetan settlement in India. Dharamsala is set in the backdrop of the snow-clad peaks of Dhauladhar Mountains. It is the capital of the Tibetan Government in exile and the residence of the Dalai Lama.
This is one of FSL's special camps. The work camp in Aurangabad will concentrate on the protection of the cultural heritage site and on creating awareness among the locals and the tourists. The work will require a lot of creativity and motivation from the volunteers to convey the message through dramas and plays. The volunters will also be involved in planting trees and plants, thereby converting dry areas into beautiful spots for an eye to rest on.
Accomodation:
At a guesthouse, in shared rooms.
Location:
The ancient city of Aurangabad is located in the northern part of the state of Maharashtra in the western region of India. It is 403 km away from Mumbai and is encircled by hills. Situated on the banks of the Kham River, this historical city is famous for its medieval monuments and cultural heritage.
In this project we will work along with different organizations involved in the development of the underprivileged. Our aim is to spread awareness among the people and to give them more instruments to feel confident and feel free to decide for their future, and for the future of a new generation. The mission of this project is to educate the children to build a better and more conscious society. We will also be working with other NGO's in community service projects.
Accomodation:
At a guesthouse, in shared rooms.
Location:
Kanyakumari lies at the meeting point of the three bodies of water: the Arabian Sea, the Bay of Bengal and the Indian Ocean. Kanyakumari is the southernmost town of the Indian mainland. Kanyakumari is located in Tamilnadu state, at the southernmost tip of the Indian Peninsula. It is also called Cape Comorin.
In the first two weeks of the camp, the volunteers will get the opportunity to learn about the Tibetan culture and issues related to the exile of its people and re-settlement in India. There will be cultural activities and exchange with Tibetan Youth. This will include an awareness campaign for the protection of the environment in cooperation with the Tibetan welfare office. The volunteers will support a local Indian/Tibetan school in need of simple renovation. On the third week of the camp volunteers will take part in a 4 day trekking activity in the mountains of Dharamsala and Triund.
Accomodation:
At a guesthouse, in shared rooms.
Location:
Valleys of the Himalayas - where the heaven meets the earth. This small paradise is home to the Dalai Lama and to a significant Tibetan settlement in India. Dharamsala is set in the backdrop of the snow-clad peaks of Dhauladhar Mountains. It is the capital of the Tibetan Government in exile and the residence of the Dalai Lama.
Projects here will be done with local co-operation for rural development and water shed management, environmental awareness and working together with local villages in rural development projects. Most of the schools around Jodhpur lack basic infrastructure like school building, education material, play ground and drinking water. Volunteers can make a big difference in the daily lives of these children by providing the necessities listed above.
Accomodation:
At a guesthouse, in shared rooms.
Location:
Jodhpur is a popular tourist destination featuring many palaces, forts and temples. The city is known as the Sun City for the bright sunny weather it enjoys all year. It is also referred as the Blue City due to the indigo tinge of the whitewashed houses around the Mehrangarh Fort.
« I would recommend participating in a workcamp, especially with VAP, who ensured that I found a project to suit me and provided essential training for me in preparation for my trip. Being part of a workcamp really is a life-changing experience, oh, and it looks great on your CV! »
