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COMMUNITY WORK IN RURAL RAJASTHAN - FOR 18-30S

Imagine...working in a rural Indian community.

The goal of this project, operating since 2002, is to improve the quality of education and childcare in daycare centers, special institutions and regular schools.  By volunteering at this project, you may participate in educational enhancement for students of primary school age in the areas of English, math and enhancing creativity.  You don’t need to have any formal education or practical experience in teaching.  GeoVisions is looking for volunteers who have a high degree of creativity and a lot of patience.

Childcare is such a critical need in these rural areas.  Specifically in Rajasthan, there are opportunities to work with physically disabled children in computer training, physiotherapy and sports activities.  There will also be opportunities to teach English and computer skills to adolescent girls.

 The State of Rajasthan in the northwest of India is often called the most colorful desert in the world.  Known for its rich heritage, colorful folk culture and festivals, Rajasthan is the number one attraction for visitors from all over the world.  Special experiences like Camel safaris, Tiger safaris, excursions to visit famous forts and palaces offer some of the most distinct experiences to our volunteers coming to this part of India.

Volunteer Activities may include:

  • Teaching English and Math to local children
  • Work with local teachers to create low cost teaching materials
  • Develop a creative and playful learning environment for the children
  • Help organize health check-ups for pregnant women and newborns and create hygiene awareness among the local children
  • Work in local daycare centers called “Anganwaris” helping to ensure attendance and giving personal attention to the children
  • Additional tutoring for and maintenance of local institutional facilities

Volunteers are primarily 18-30 years of age in this program, but those young at heart are also welcome!  Orientation runs 4 days, includes sightseeing and host-family stays.

All GeoVisions programs include accommodation and meals, airport pick-up, project training, in country support, medical insurance, extensive pre-departure information and project orientation.


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Minimum Length 4 wks. 
Maximum Length 8+ wks. 
Add on Blocks of Time 2 wk. extensions are possible. 
Age 18-30  Health Reasonably fit. 
For Minimum Length $ 1925 
For Maximum Length $ 2710 for 8 wk. program. 
Additional Fee Information The minimum program is 4 wks. The add-on extension for this program is another 4 weeks, making the maximum time 8 weeks. 
Language Training Basic in the orientation.  Airport Transfers Pickup in New Delhi included but not the return. 
Orientation 1 week in Jaipur with homestay & all meals.  Flights Not included. 
Insurance Included  Visa Costs Not included. 
Local Transportation Tours at the orientation, local sightseeing, excursions to & from the project included.  Other Night of arrival in Delhi hotel included. 
Room Min. triple occupancy at accommodation facility on project site. 
Meals All meals during the working days, orientation days & breakfast only on excursions. 
Locations Rajastan. 
Working Hours Mon-Fri. 
Language Requirements There is an onsite English translator during first 4 wks. of program. 
Additional Information You have access to a fridge, DVD player, TV, video & book library, board games and information and assistance for independent excursions on weekends. Internet available at nominal charge. 
Arrival Dates 2008: Oct 27 Nov 24 Dec 22 2009: Jan 19 Feb 16 Mar 16 Aug 10 Sept 7 Oct 5 Nov 2, 30 Dec 28 
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