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Women’s Empowerment Volunteer Program in India

  • Project Duration: 1 – 12 Week(s).
  • Project Location: Dharamsala, India.
  • Minimum Age: 17+
  • Start Dates: All year round with flexible start dates you can choose your own start and finish date. However we recommend you to arrive on Sunday.
  • Volunteer Certificate: Offered after Program completion & references (on request).
  • Volunteer Work: 5 days Monday to Friday per week.
  • Weekends: Are free to explore the local area or to enjoy optional Add-Ons including Agra (Taj Mahal), Jaipur, Trekking in Himalayas & much more.
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WOMEN’S EMPOWERMENT VOLUNTEER PROGRAM IN INDIA

Rural women in Asia are among the most disadvantaged people in the world in terms of decision-making power and access to development opportunities. Education is the most influential tool to raise the status of women in developing countries, and once a woman perceives herself as belonging to a group – of students or workers (outside the family) she starts to see herself as a worthy and valuable contributor in society. This increases self-worth and paves the way for the eradication of gender inequalities. Volunteer for the women empowerment project in India. Through offering education and training activities to women and girls in Dharamsala town. You will be equipping them with tools that they can use to uplift their standards of living. Women do not have the same opportunities in rural India as they might in the Western world. For that reason, iSpiice has set up Women’s Empowerment groups in local communities where volunteers teach basic English & basic computer skills to find employment and improve their circumstances. Most of the women are housewives who did not get a chance to finish their education due to early marriage.

Some of the skills that are imparted in these training sessions include Teaching basic English, computer skills, internet, email writing, writing skills, CV writing, job application, and interviewing skills among others. Women empowerment program also offer you the opportunity to teach young girls & children at the age from 6 to 13 years old. This program makes an excellent opportunity for volunteers to work with both women & children in one program because most of the children that come to our center are the children of the women and it is better for the young ones to be with their mothers. As a volunteer in a women’s empowerment program, you will not only have a chance to impart skills and knowledge but also an opportunity to interact with rural women.

KEY POINTS FOR VOLUNTEERS:

• Be a volunteer for the women empowerment project in India, work on women’s rights, and contribute effectively towards the lives of the underprivileged ladies without any TEFL qualification or teaching experience.

• Whether you are teaching English language, email writing or interview skills your time spent with the ladies will be some of your most enjoyable moments in India.  Classes are thoroughly enjoyed by the ladies and not only do the ladies learn from volunteers but volunteers learn so much about the ladies daily lives and Indian culture, forming mutual understandings, friendships and fond memories. 

• Work in small groups developing educational activities for local ladies. Teach English and IT skills and share your experiences and skills. This is a fantastic opportunity to raise prospects for women in rural India and to learn about the women’s daily lives.

• Program includes pickup & drop off from Dharamsala airport, accommodation in volunteer house, hot running showers, wi-fi, with 3 meals everyday & much more. Volunteers can take part in incredible optional add-ons, including a Taj Mahal in Agra & much more. All details are mentioned below.

AT A GLANCE

Volunteer Requirements

  • Volunteers must be 17 years or older.
  • You must have an open mind for working in a new and different environment.
  • We doesn’t require you to have any specific qualifications or experience.
  • All you need is the desire to help, a willingness to learn, and the motivation to succeed. We believe that volunteering opportunities should be open to everyone.
  • You need to speak English of basic level.

Volunteer Role & Responsibilities

  • Educate women by Teaching basic English, computer skills, internet, email writing, writing skills, CV writing, job application, and interviewing skills among others.
  • Organizing fun activities with the women.
  • Become a volunteer and inspire women & girls in India.
  • Encouraging women to become more self-reliant through learning activities. Support women to get stronger and achieve goals. Enjoy Indian culture.
  • Make a vital contribution to the education system in India and make a real difference in the lives of women & girls.
  • Improve the teaching standards  by introducing fresh and exciting ideas.
  • Interact with the local community and get to know friendly Indian women.

Schedule Example of Volunteer Day:

  • 08:00 AM – Breakfast at volunteer house.
  • 09:30 AM – Prepare for volunteer class.
  • 10:00 AM – Travel to work areas.
  • 10:30 AM – Volunteer work.
  • 12:30 PM – Return to volunteer house.
  • 01:00 PM – Lunch.
  • 02:00 PM – Travel to afternoon work area.
  • 04:30 PM – Work at the placement usually ends. Volunteers are free to travel back to volunteer house or do some shopping.
  • 07:00 PM – Dinner.

ACCOMMODATION & MEALS

→ Volunteer House is large, clean, comfortable and communal. We have western comforts (electricity, hot running showers, fans, filtered water for drinking and western toilets). You can expect to share a room with one to three other volunteers of the same gender. There is an additional fee of $100 per week for a private room which can be only booked prior arrival to volunteer house. Volunteers enjoy the shared environment of the Volunteer House – large bedrooms (separate male and female), bathrooms, large living areas for enjoying meals, relaxing and preparing lessons.

→ Three delicious, hygienic and healthy meals are provided each day at the iSpiice Volunteer House. Generally main meals will consist of traditional Indian food like vegetables, rice, Dal (lentils), roti (Indian bread), salad, Paratha, Jam, Butter, eggs, Porridge, Bread, Tea (chai) and filtered water is provided in the volunteer house.

→ There are small shops nearby to buy soft drinks, snack food, washing powder and basic toiletries. iSpiice cater to vegetarian and vegan diets. Please let us know in advance if you have any allergies to particular foods.

OPTIONAL ADD-ONS

→ Choose to take part in optional ADD-ONS to India’s famous UNESCO heritage sites while volunteering.

→ You can visit Taj Mahal in Agra, Trekking at Himalayas, Golden Triangle Tour (Delhi, Agra, Jaipur), Jaipur City Tour, Capital Delhi City Tour, Manali Tour, Haridwar-Rishikesh Pilgrimage Tour, Varanasi Pilgrimage Tour, and Golden Temple trip to Amritsar with iSpiice.

→ For further information please visit OPTIONAL ADD-ONS page.

→ You can add even one or more ADD-ONS of your choice. For many International volunteer’s it is their first time in India and seeing the Taj Mahal, experiencing Delhi and traveling to multiple states is almost as important as doing volunteering.

→ All programs are guided by an experienced iSpiice staff member and we’ll organize the whole thing, so you can relax and enjoy India’s best sites while volunteering.

What’s Included?

  • Pick-up & drop-off from Dharamsala airport by an iSpiice team member.
  • Pre Departure Information Kit, which has all information regarding your program, work area information, things to bring, immunizations details and welcome details.
  • Program briefing on arrival at the iSpiice house.
  • Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner prepared freshly and hygienically by iSpiice’s talented Indian chef.
  • Filtered purified water.
  • Accommodation at the iSpiice volunteer house with wi-fi & electricity.
  • Separate male and female bedrooms and bathrooms (with hot water showers 24*7 and western toilets).
  • Material required for volunteer work such as teacher’s workbooks, pens, pencils, paper and children’s stories – you may wish to bring educational supplies from your home country.
  • Market visit on arrival.
  • Project placement & onsite supervision.
  • Certificate of service as a reference for your future volunteer programs.
  • Visa support and advice.
  • Friendship from the wonderful iSpiice team, fellow volunteers and the local community.
  • 24/7 assistance by in-country coordinator.
  • And most importantly – a donation to the community for educational supplies, basic food supplies, school renovation supplies and help iSpiice sponsor local children to get an education.
  • iSpiice cater to vegetarian and vegan diets. Please let us know in advance if you have any allergies to particular foods.

 

What’s Not Included?

  • Airfare, travel insurance and Indian visa.
  • Spending money for bottled water, snack foods and dining out whilst on weekend excursions.
  • Any personal expenses.

Program Cost:

We make every effort to keep costs low and at the same time offer you professional and comprehensive services for your volunteer abroad experience. Please compare our prices and services with other organizations and you will be surprised.

We welcome volunteers from all over the world. To convert the program fee in your currency please visit www.xe.com

 

Duration US$ GBP AUD EURO CAD$
1 week 250 195 370 225 330
2 weeks 550 430 820 500 730
3 weeks 700 550 1040 630 925
4 weeks 850 660 1260 765 1125
5 weeks 1000 780 1485 900 1320
6 weeks 1150 900 1700 1040 1520
Every extra week 150 120 225 135 200

IMPORTANT THINGS TO NOTE: * An application fee of $255 is charged over and above the program fee as an application payment to confirm your spot. (A 5% international banking fee is charged at the time of payment)

Start Dates – 2024

To join the program with us we are flexible with start dates. As per your travel plans you can choose your own program start and finish date. You can arrive on any day to join the volunteer program. However, we recommend you arrive on Sunday.

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  • January 07, 14, 21, 28
  • February04, 11, 18, 25
  • March03, 10, 17, 24, 31
  • April07, 14, 21, 28
  • May05, 12, 19, 26
  • June02, 09, 16, 23, 30
  • July07, 14, 21, 28
  • August04, 11, 18, 25
  • September01, 08, 15, 22, 29
  • October06, 13, 20, 27
  • November03, 10, 17, 24
  • December01, 08, 15, 22, 29

Where in India will I be working?

Currently, program available in Dharamsala location and iSpiice volunteer house is based one hour drive from Dharamsala. Dharamsala offers magnificent views of the snow covered Himalayan peaks, pine forests and tea gardens. Full of life yet also peaceful, Dharamsala offers the perfect destination for volunteer work in India. Not surprisingly, His Holiness the Dalai Lama holds residency in the area. Volunteers can explore the different monasteries and Buddhist temples. The communities we assist are set in the green valleys at the foothills of the Himalayas and many of the children are from farming communities in the area. Arriving in Dharamsala is like stepping into another world. With its remarkable natural beauty.

Volunteer Reviews

“Volunteering with iSpiice was one of the most uplifting experiences I’ve ever had. Thanks to the charming people in the organization I had the opportunity to work with, my time with iSpiice was an experience I never thought I’d have- and one I will never forget.

There are several ways you can help the organization as a volunteer. My favorite was working with the Women Empowerment group. I learned more about the culture than I could have ever imagined. I met exceptional, hard-working women with a strong desire to learn. The staff at the volunteer house provided transport to all work placements and cooked delicious meals each day. 

I have never left a place feeling so inspired during my 1 month involvement with the organization. I cannot wait to go back. Thank you iSpiice!”

Kaitlin Rattigan from USA.
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