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India India: Sustainable Agriculture & Animal Husbandry Project (FSL LTV 02 C)

Dates

01/01/2026   -   31/12/2026

Feedback from 20 volunteers

Tags

Agricultural
Environmental

Fee

Free i Fee is paid in two installments:

0 to be paid now.
INR 21600 is to be paid after acceptance.

Note: Total fee can vary depending on bank rates.
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Details on the project

Age
18 - 60
Max number of volunteers
10
Still room for
5 Male + 5 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Access with disability
Yes
Nearest airport
Mangalore (IXE)
Nearest bus/train station
Nearest international airports –Bangalore & Mangalore Nearest railway station – Kundapura Bus services available from –Bangalore, Mangalore & Goa
Map

Work

Sustainable agriculture is a farming approach that meets current food needs while protecting the environment, conserving natural resources, and supporting farmers’ livelihoods. It focuses on soil health, water conservation, biodiversity, and eco-friendly practices to ensure long-term agricultural productivity and community well-being.

As a volunteer in this field of work you will on:
Work with the farming community and the associated organizations that assist in sustainable agriculture and/or organic farming.
Support community awareness on the importance of sustainable agriculture.
Support training and capacity building on crop productivity, how to maintain biodiversity,
water management, organic farming, integrated pest management, integrated nutrient management, surveys, documentations etc.
The Info-sheet will have more information regarding the individual projects with schedules,
and activities

Accomodation and food

Accommodation: You could be staying with local families near to the project. You could be sharing rooms with 2-3 volunteers or staying on your own. Sometimes, projects provide accommodation for the volunteers. The project will provide a room that is shared by other volunteers or with the staff of the project
Food: South Indian vegetarian or non-vegetarian food will be provided for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Safe, filtered water is available for drinking.

Location and leisure

Our projects are spread out across different regions in South India. Your project location could be in any one of the following locations - Bangalore, Mysore, Chennai, Kundapur, Udupi, Mangalore, North Karnataka or Pondicherry. You will be notified of the location of your project a month prior to your arrival. During the Orientation week, one can find out the leisure activities around your area. There are lots of things to do in south of India.

Project hosted by

FSL India is a leading youth development organization promoting youth inclusion through volunteering and community development activities. It has been operating since 2001. FSL India’s roles and the development interventions through youth engagement at the grassroot level in the present local and global context are multi-dimensional as well as multi-directional.
Under the three pillars and thematic areas of development interventions, FSL India focuses on youth volunteering, community development and education. Evers since came into being, FSL India has engaged more than 30k youth from 40+ countries, and contributed to community development process and youth integration through voluntary engagement, community development initiatives and educational programs that promote Social Leadership and Personal Social Responsibility (PSR).

Directions to meeting point

The program begins on the first Monday of every month, with the on-arrival orientation held in Kundapur. Participants must arrive in Kundapur by that day, where all volunteers will gather at a common meeting point for pick-up. Kundapur is well connected by train and bus; the easiest options are flying to Bangalore and taking an overnight bus, or flying to Mangalore and continuing by bus or prepaid taxi. Kundapur is about 440 km from Bangalore and 100 km north of Mangalore, near the Arabian Sea.
The specific information regarding your arrival and meeting point will be sent to you in a pre-arrival letter

Requirements

Fee: The Participation cost is 21,600 Indian Rupees for each month
ViSA: According to the new Visa Regulations, volunteers coming to India to do voluntary service with/through a registered Indian organization need to apply for an “Employment Visa” ( to work with NGO / Non-Profit organization). No other visa is acceptable. In order to apply for an Employment visa, you’ll need proof of employment with an organization in India, such as a contract that states the terms and conditions. FSL India will provide necessary documents for your visa application on request. For more information, please visit the following websites: http://goindia.about.com/od/visas/tp/Guide-To-Indian-Visa-Types.htm http://www.immihelp.com/nri/indiavisa/categories.html

India India: Animal Care and Conservation Project (FSL LTV 02 B)

Dates

01/01/2026   -   31/12/2026

Feedback from 20 volunteers

Tags

Animals
Cultural

Fee

Free i Fee is paid in two installments:

0 to be paid now.
INR 21600 is to be paid after acceptance.

Note: Total fee can vary depending on bank rates.
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Details on the project

Age
18 - 60
Max number of volunteers
10
Still room for
5 Male + 5 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Access with disability
Yes
Nearest airport
Mangalore (IXE)
Nearest bus/train station
Nearest international airports –Bangalore & Mangalore Nearest railway station – Kundapura Bus services available from –Bangalore, Mangalore & Goa
Map

Work

Animal care and conservation expects not only the protection of the existing populations of animals and their habitats, but also the breeding and farming of rare animals. As a volunteer you will be assigned to work with organizations involved in the field of impacting political and economic climate, habitat protection, breeding and farming, special wildlife projects, legislative measures, nursing injured animals

The major activities that you may be assigned are:
•Support in providing treatment and taking care of the Animals.
•Conducting surveys, documentation, policy advocacy, designing appropriate IEC materials
(Information, Education and Communication)
• Community awareness and education.

Accomodation and food

Accommodation: You could be staying with local families near to the project. You could be sharing rooms with 2-3 volunteers or staying on your own. Sometimes, projects provide accommodation for the volunteers. The project will provide a room that is shared by other volunteers or with the staff of the project
Food: South Indian vegetarian or non-vegetarian food will be provided for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Safe, filtered water is available for drinking.

Location and leisure

Our projects are spread out across different regions in South India. Your project location could be in any one of the following locations - Bangalore, Mysore, Chennai, Kundapur, Udupi, Mangalore, North Karnataka or Pondicherry. You will be notified of the location of your project a month prior to your arrival. During the Orientation week, one can find out the leisure activities around your area. There are lots of things to do in south of India.

Project hosted by

FSL India is a leading youth development organization promoting youth inclusion through volunteering and community development activities. It has been operating since 2001. FSL India’s roles and the development interventions through youth engagement at the grassroot level in the present local and global context are multi-dimensional as well as multi-directional.
Under the three pillars and thematic areas of development interventions, FSL India focuses on youth volunteering, community development and education. Evers since came into being, FSL India has engaged more than 30k youth from 40+ countries, and contributed to community development process and youth integration through voluntary engagement, community development initiatives and educational programs that promote Social Leadership and Personal Social Responsibility (PSR).

Directions to meeting point

The program begins on the first Monday of every month, with the on-arrival orientation held in Kundapur. Participants must arrive in Kundapur by that day, where all volunteers will gather at a common meeting point for pick-up. Kundapur is well connected by train and bus; the easiest options are flying to Bangalore and taking an overnight bus, or flying to Mangalore and continuing by bus or prepaid taxi. Kundapur is about 440 km from Bangalore and 100 km north of Mangalore, near the Arabian Sea.

The specific information regarding your arrival and meeting point will be sent to you in a pre-arrival letter

Requirements

Volunteers should get rabies vaccinations.

Fee: The Participation cost is 21,600 Indian Rupees for each month

ViSA: According to the new Visa Regulations, volunteers coming to India to do voluntary service with/through a registered Indian organization need to apply for an “Employment Visa” ( to work with NGO / Non-Profit organization). No other visa is acceptable. In order to apply for an Employment visa, you’ll need proof of employment with an organization in India, such as a contract that states the terms and conditions. FSL India will provide necessary documents for your visa application on request. For more information, please visit the following websites: http://goindia.about.com/od/visas/tp/Guide-To-Indian-Visa-Types.htm http://www.immihelp.com/nri/indiavisa/categories.html

India India: Special Learning Project (FSL LTV 04 A)

Dates

01/01/2026   -   31/12/2026

Feedback from 20 volunteers

Tags

Art
Cultural

Fee

Free i Fee is paid in two installments:

0 to be paid now.
INR 21600 is to be paid after acceptance.

Note: Total fee can vary depending on bank rates.
Close

Details on the project

Age
18 - 70
Max number of volunteers
10
Still room for
5 Male + 5 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Access with disability
Yes
Nearest airport
Mangalore (IXE)
Nearest bus/train station
Nearest international airports –Bangalore & Mangalore Nearest railway station – Kundapura Bus services available from –Bangalore, Mangalore & Goa

Work

As FSL-India works towards cultural understanding and immersion, we therefore collaborate with
many local institutes, schools and individual groups who are working to keep the local folk art,
music, culture, traditions alive. We also have an option for placing volunteers who are interested
in this field, to help these mini projects by involving themselves in these art forms. The different
fields are: Dance Craft Wood carving, Yoga Puppetry Eco Farming

Accomodation and food

Accommodation: You could be staying with local families near to the project. You could be sharing rooms with 2-3 volunteers or staying on your own. Sometimes, projects provide accommodation for the volunteers. The project will provide a room that is shared by other volunteers or with the staff of the project
Food: South Indian vegetarian or non-vegetarian food will be provided for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Safe, filtered water is available for drinking.

Location and leisure

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Our projects are spread out across different regions in South India. Your project location could be in any one of the following locations - Bangalore, Mysore, Chennai, Kundapur, Udupi, Mangalore, North Karnataka or Pondicherry. You will be notified of the location of your project a month prior to your arrival. During the Orientation week, one can find out the leisure activities around your area. There are lots of things to do in south of India

Project hosted by

FSL India is a leading youth development organization promoting youth inclusion through volunteering and community development activities. It has been operating since 2001. FSL India’s roles and the development interventions through youth engagement at the grassroot level in the present local and global context are multi-dimensional as well as multi-directional.
Under the three pillars and thematic areas of development interventions, FSL India focuses on youth volunteering, community development and education. Evers since came into being, FSL India has engaged more than 30k youth from 40+ countries, and contributed to community development process and youth integration through voluntary engagement, community development initiatives and educational programs that promote Social Leadership and Personal Social Responsibility (PSR).

Directions to meeting point

The program begins on the first Monday of every month, with the on-arrival orientation held in Kundapur. Participants must arrive in Kundapur by that day, where all volunteers will gather at a common meeting point for pick-up. Kundapur is well connected by train and bus; the easiest options are flying to Bangalore and taking an overnight bus, or flying to Mangalore and continuing by bus or prepaid taxi. Kundapur is about 440 km from Bangalore and 100 km north of Mangalore, near the Arabian Sea.
The specific information regarding your arrival and meeting point will be sent to you in a pre-arrival letter

Additional comments

Special Learning Projects will be conducted for 1 to 3 hours every day. During free time
volunteers are also expected to be engaged in some social work like teaching in the local
schools or helping other volunteers in other projects.
For Special Learning projects, you have to pay an extra charge depending on the skill you
want to learn – the extra fee is towards the fee for the skilled teacher and this will be informed
to you at the time of applying.
The application for Special Learning projects must be sent at least 2 months in advance.

Requirements

Fee: The Participation cost is 21,600 Indian Rupees for each month

ViSA: According to the new Visa Regulations, volunteers coming to India to do voluntary service with/through a registered Indian organization need to apply for an “Employment Visa” ( to work with NGO / Non-Profit organization). No other visa is acceptable. In order to apply for an Employment visa, you’ll need proof of employment with an organization in India, such as a contract that states the terms and conditions. FSL India will provide necessary documents for your visa application on request. For more information, please visit the following websites: http://goindia.about.com/od/visas/tp/Guide-To-Indian-Visa-Types.htm http://www.immihelp.com/nri/indiavisa/categories.html

India India: Media / PR / Research and Document Project (FSL LTV 04 B)

Dates

01/01/2026   -   31/12/2026

Feedback from 20 volunteers

Tags

Art
Cultural

Fee

Free i Fee is paid in two installments:

0 to be paid now.
INR 21600 is to be paid after acceptance.

Note: Total fee can vary depending on bank rates.
Close

Details on the project

Age
18 - 60
Max number of volunteers
10
Still room for
5 Male + 5 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Access with disability
Yes
Nearest airport
Mangalore (IXE)
Nearest bus/train station
Nearest international airports –Bangalore & Mangalore Nearest railway station – Kundapura Bus services available from –Bangalore, Mangalore & Goa

Work

Designing and developing content for the organization’s offline and online communication platforms. This includes creating materials such as annual reports, brochures, blog articles, website content, social media posts, and press releases. Conducting research—using both primary and secondary data—to assess the impact of program implementation, evaluate the feasibility of program action plans, and support organizational needs. Managing documentation processes, including report writing, establishing documentation procedures, and systematically recording organizational programs and activities.

Accomodation and food

Accommodation: You could be staying with local families near to the project. You could be sharing rooms with 2-3 volunteers or staying on your own. Sometimes, projects provide accommodation for the volunteers. The project will provide a room that is shared by other volunteers or with the staff of the project
Food: South Indian vegetarian or non-vegetarian food will be provided for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Safe, filtered water is available for drinking.

Location and leisure

Our projects are spread out across different regions in South India. Your project location could be in any one of the following locations - Bangalore, Mysore, Chennai, Kundapur, Udupi, Mangalore, North Karnataka or Pondicherry. You will be notified of the location of your project a month prior to your arrival. During the Orientation week, one can find out the leisure activities around your area. There are lots of things to do in south of India.

Project hosted by

FSL India is a leading youth development organization promoting youth inclusion through volunteering and community development activities. It has been operating since 2001. FSL India’s roles and the development interventions through youth engagement at the grassroot level in the present local and global context are multi-dimensional as well as multi-directional.
Under the three pillars and thematic areas of development interventions, FSL India focuses on youth volunteering, community development and education. Evers since came into being, FSL India has engaged more than 30k youth from 40+ countries, and contributed to community development process and youth integration through voluntary engagement, community development initiatives and educational programs that promote Social Leadership and Personal Social Responsibility (PSR).

Directions to meeting point

The program begins on the first Monday of every month, with the on-arrival orientation held in Kundapur. Participants must arrive in Kundapur by that day, where all volunteers will gather at a common meeting point for pick-up. Kundapur is well connected by train and bus; the easiest options are flying to Bangalore and taking an overnight bus, or flying to Mangalore and continuing by bus or prepaid taxi. Kundapur is about 440 km from Bangalore and 100 km north of Mangalore, near the Arabian Sea.

The specific information regarding your arrival and meeting point will be sent to you in a pre-arrival letter

Requirements

Fee: The Participation cost is 21,600 Indian Rupees for each month

ViSA: According to the new Visa Regulations, volunteers coming to India to do voluntary service with/through a registered Indian organization need to apply for an “Employment Visa” ( to work with NGO / Non-Profit organization). No other visa is acceptable. In order to apply for an Employment visa, you’ll need proof of employment with an organization in India, such as a contract that states the terms and conditions. FSL India will provide necessary documents for your visa application on request. For more information, please visit the following websites: http://goindia.about.com/od/visas/tp/Guide-To-Indian-Visa-Types.htm http://www.immihelp.com/nri/indiavisa/categories.html

India India: Public School Teaching Project (FSL LTV 01 A)

Dates

01/01/2026   -   31/12/2026

Feedback from 20 volunteers

Tags

Educational
Children
Cultural

Fee

Free i Fee is paid in two installments:

0 to be paid now.
INR 21600 is to be paid after acceptance.

Note: Total fee can vary depending on bank rates.
Close

Details on the project

Age
18 - 70
Max number of volunteers
10
Still room for
5 Male + 5 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Access with disability
Yes
Nearest airport
Mangalore (IXE)
Nearest bus/train station
Train: Kundapur Bus: Kundapur has good bus connections from Bangalore, Mangalore, Mumbai and Goa
Map

Work

You will be teaching the children of 6th to 14 years old at government school

Some of the tasks include:
Assist during the learning of English as a language using creative teaching methods, encourage and
develop learning levels and cognitive skills of the students
Assist during extra-curricular activities, inspire children to learn new languages and different cultures
Develop teaching and learning aids with low or no cost using locally available materials and facilitate simulation games for the children and the teaching facilities.
Design appropriate tools for development and set certain criteria for assessment of children’s learning levels and cognitive skills, Individual goal setting for children with learning disability and lesson planning

Accomodation and food

Accommodation: You could be staying with local families near to the project. You could be sharing rooms with 2-3 volunteers or staying on your own. Sometimes, projects provide accommodation for the volunteers. The project will provide a room that is shared by other volunteers or with the staff of the project
Food: South Indian vegetarian or non-vegetarian food will be provided for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Safe, filtered water is available for drinking.

Location and leisure

Our projects are spread out across different regions in South India. Your project location could be in any one of the following locations - Bangalore, Mysore, Chennai, Kundapur, Udupi, Mangalore, North Karnataka or Pondicherry. You will be notified of the location of your project a month prior to your arrival. During the Orientation week, one can find out the leisure activities around your area. There are lots of things to do in south of India.

Project hosted by

FSL India is a leading youth development organization promoting youth inclusion through volunteering and community development activities. It has been operating since 2001. FSL India’s roles and the development interventions through youth engagement at the grassroot level in the present local and global context are multi-dimensional as well as multi-directional.
Under the three pillars and thematic areas of development interventions, FSL India focuses on youth volunteering, community development and education. Evers since came into being, FSL India has engaged more than 30k youth from 40+ countries, and contributed to community development process and youth integration through voluntary engagement, community development initiatives and educational programs that promote Social Leadership and Personal Social Responsibility (PSR).

Directions to meeting point

The program begins on the first Monday of every month, with the on-arrival orientation held in Kundapur. Participants must arrive in Kundapur by that day, where all volunteers will gather at a common meeting point for pick-up. Kundapur is well connected by train and bus; the easiest options are flying to Bangalore and taking an overnight bus, or flying to Mangalore and continuing by bus or prepaid taxi. Kundapur is about 440 km from Bangalore and 100 km north of Mangalore, near the Arabian Sea.

The specific information regarding your arrival and meeting point will be sent to you in a pre-arrival letter

Requirements

Fee: The Participation cost is 21,600 Indian Rupees for each month

ViSA: According to the new Visa Regulations, volunteers coming to India to do voluntary service with/through a registered Indian organization need to apply for an “Employment Visa” ( to work with NGO / Non-Profit organization). No other visa is acceptable. In order to apply for an Employment visa, you’ll need proof of employment with an organization in India, such as a contract that states the terms and conditions. FSL India will provide necessary documents for your visa application on request. For more information, please visit the following websites: http://goindia.about.com/od/visas/tp/Guide-To-Indian-Visa-Types.htm http://www.immihelp.com/nri/indiavisa/categories.html

India India: Speech & Hearing impaired Children Teaching Project (FSL LTV 01 C)

Dates

01/01/2026   -   31/12/2026

Feedback from 20 volunteers

Tags

Educational
Social
Children

Fee

Free i Fee is paid in two installments:

0 to be paid now.
INR 21600 is to be paid after acceptance.

Note: Total fee can vary depending on bank rates.
Close

Details on the project

Age
18 - 60
Max number of volunteers
10
Still room for
5 Male + 5 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Access with disability
Yes
Nearest airport
Mangalore (IXE)
Nearest bus/train station
Nearest international airports –Bangalore & Mangalore Nearest railway station – Kundapura Bus services available from –Bangalore, Mangalore & Goa
Map

Work

Many NGOs and Government organizations are working to support people/children with hearing loss and speech problems. The hearing loss can affect a child’s development of receptive and expressive communication skills. The language deficit causes learning problems that result in reduced academic achievement. Communication difficulties often lead to social isolation and low self-esteem. Different tools and methodologies are used by organizations to conduct formal and informal teaching and to help such children integrate into mainstream life through inclusion.

Tasks:
Class room teaching: Spoken and written English, Mathematics, Geography, etc.
Extra-curricular activities: Sports, Games, Drawing, etc.
Assist in Computer reporting work: Photo/video documentation
Conduct training for children: Health and personal hygiene

Accomodation and food

Accommodation: You could be staying with local families near to the project. You could be sharing rooms with 2-3 volunteers or staying on your own. Sometimes, projects provide accommodation for the volunteers. The project will provide a room that is shared by other volunteers or with the staff of the project
Food: South Indian vegetarian or non-vegetarian food will be provided for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Safe, filtered water is available for drinking.

Location and leisure

Our projects are spread out across different regions in South India. Your project location could be in any one of the following locations - Bangalore, Mysore, Chennai, Kundapur, Udupi, Mangalore, North Karnataka or Pondicherry. You will be notified of the location of your project a month prior to your arrival. During the Orientation week, one can find out the leisure activities around your area. There are lots of things to do in south of India.

Project hosted by

FSL India is a leading youth development organization promoting youth inclusion through volunteering and community development activities. It has been operating since 2001. FSL India’s roles and the development interventions through youth engagement at the grassroot level in the present local and global context are multi-dimensional as well as multi-directional.
Under the three pillars and thematic areas of development interventions, FSL India focuses on youth volunteering, community development and education. Evers since came into being, FSL India has engaged more than 30k youth from 40+ countries, and contributed to community development process and youth integration through voluntary engagement, community development initiatives and educational programs that promote Social Leadership and Personal Social Responsibility (PSR).

Directions to meeting point

The program begins on the first Monday of every month, with the on-arrival orientation held in Kundapur. Participants must arrive in Kundapur by that day, where all volunteers will gather at a common meeting point for pick-up. Kundapur is well connected by train and bus; the easiest options are flying to Bangalore and taking an overnight bus, or flying to Mangalore and continuing by bus or prepaid taxi. Kundapur is about 440 km from Bangalore and 100 km north of Mangalore, near the Arabian Sea.

The specific information regarding your arrival and meeting point will be sent to you in a pre-arrival letter

Additional comments

Due to school holidays, these projects will remain closed during the following months: March until May; the month of October. During the non-teaching months i.e. during the school holidays, FSL India organizes camps to its LTVs: Summer Projects (in March/April/May) and Winter camps (in October).

Requirements

Fee: The Participation cost is 21,600 Indian Rupees for each month

ViSA: According to the new Visa Regulations, volunteers coming to India to do voluntary service with/through a registered Indian organization need to apply for an “Employment Visa” ( to work with NGO / Non-Profit organization). No other visa is acceptable. In order to apply for an Employment visa, you’ll need proof of employment with an organization in India, such as a contract that states the terms and conditions. FSL India will provide necessary documents for your visa application on request. For more information, please visit the following websites: http://goindia.about.com/od/visas/tp/Guide-To-Indian-Visa-Types.htm http://www.immihelp.com/nri/indiavisa/categories.html

India India: Center for Experiential Living (FSL LTV 02 A)

Dates

01/01/2026   -   31/12/2026

Feedback from 20 volunteers

Tags

Environmental
Agricultural
Educational

Fee

Free i Fee is paid in two installments:

0 to be paid now.
INR 21600 is to be paid after acceptance.

Note: Total fee can vary depending on bank rates.
Close

Details on the project

Age
18 - 60
Max number of volunteers
10
Still room for
5 Male + 5 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Access with disability
Yes
Nearest airport
Mangalore (IXE)
Nearest bus/train station
Nearest international airports –Bangalore & Mangalore Nearest railway station – Kundapura Bus services available from –Bangalore, Mangalore & Goa
Map

Work

FSL-India runs an eco-friendly Centre for Experiential Living (CEL) in Kundapura, coastal Karnataka, surrounded by rich greenery. Established in 2014, the centre offers national and international volunteers hands-on learning in sustainable agriculture, environmental education, social leadership, and sea turtle conservation. CEL uses green technologies like rainwater harvesting, solar energy, and composting, and provides opportunities to interact with volunteers, development workers, and the local community
As a volunteer you will be involved in following projects:
Maintenance of Center:
·Support during trainings hosted at CEL
·Hospitality
·Arrange accommodations for Guests/Participants
·Campus Management and the Garden
·Take care of pet animals
Sustainable Agriculture/Organic Farming:
CEL is implementing a project on Sustainable Agriculture and Environmental education among the
neighboring community.
Your task will be:
·Work with the farming community and the associated organizations that assist in sustainable agriculture and organic farming in the community (October - December)
·Conduct awareness on the importance of sustainable agriculture and Environmental issues among the children and community in the neighborhood (October - December)
Sea Turtle Conservation:
Conducting surveys, gathering and analysis of data (January to April)
·Creating awareness amongst the local community, school children, harbors and fishing communities.
(November to December)
·Observing hatchery and nesting practices (January - April)
The Info-sheet will have more information regarding the individual projects with schedules, and activities

Accomodation and food

Accommodation: You could be staying with local families near to the project. You could be sharing rooms with 2-3 volunteers or staying on your own. Sometimes, projects provide accommodation for the volunteers. The project will provide a room that is shared by other volunteers or with the staff of the project
Food: South Indian vegetarian or non-vegetarian food will be provided for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Safe, filtered water is available for drinking.

Location and leisure

Our projects are spread out across different regions in South India. Your project location could be in any one of the following locations - Bangalore, Mysore, Chennai, Kundapur, Udupi, Mangalore, North Karnataka or Pondicherry. You will be notified of the location of your project a month prior to your arrival. During the Orientation week, one can find out the leisure activities around your area. There are lots of things to do in south of India.

Project hosted by

FSL India is a leading youth development organization promoting youth inclusion through volunteering and community development activities. It has been operating since 2001. FSL India’s roles and the development interventions through youth engagement at the grassroot level in the present local and global context are multi-dimensional as well as multi-directional.
Under the three pillars and thematic areas of development interventions, FSL India focuses on youth volunteering, community development and education. Evers since came into being, FSL India has engaged more than 30k youth from 40+ countries, and contributed to community development process and youth integration through voluntary engagement, community development initiatives and educational programs that promote Social Leadership and Personal Social Responsibility (PSR).

Directions to meeting point

The program begins on the first Monday of every month, with the on-arrival orientation held in Kundapur. Participants must arrive in Kundapur by that day, where all volunteers will gather at a common meeting point for pick-up. Kundapur is well connected by train and bus; the easiest options are flying to Bangalore and taking an overnight bus, or flying to Mangalore and continuing by bus or prepaid taxi. Kundapur is about 440 km from Bangalore and 100 km north of Mangalore, near the Arabian Sea.

The specific information regarding your arrival and meeting point will be sent to you in a pre-arrival letter

Requirements

Fee: The Participation cost is 21,600 Indian Rupees for each month

ViSA: According to the new Visa Regulations, volunteers coming to India to do voluntary service with/through a registered Indian organization need to apply for an “Employment Visa” ( to work with NGO / Non-Profit organization). No other visa is acceptable. In order to apply for an Employment visa, you’ll need proof of employment with an organization in India, such as a contract that states the terms and conditions. FSL India will provide necessary documents for your visa application on request. For more information, please visit the following websites: http://goindia.about.com/od/visas/tp/Guide-To-Indian-Visa-Types.htm http://www.immihelp.com/nri/indiavisa/categories.html

India India: Kindergarten Teaching Project (FSL LTV 01 B)

Dates

01/01/2026   -   31/12/2026

Feedback from 20 volunteers

Tags

Children
Educational
Cultural

Fee

Free i Fee is paid in two installments:

0 to be paid now.
INR 21600 is to be paid after acceptance.

Note: Total fee can vary depending on bank rates.
Close

Details on the project

Age
18 - 60
Max number of volunteers
10
Still room for
5 Male + 5 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Access with disability
Yes
Nearest airport
Mangalore (IXE)
Nearest bus/train station
Nearest international airports –Bangalore & Mangalore Nearest railway station – Kundapura Bus services available from –Bangalore, Mangalore & Goa
Map

Work

An Anganwadi (Kindergarten) is in many ways a day care center for children below 6 years of age and were established around the country in 1975 as a part of the Government of India’s Integrated Child Development Scheme (ICDS). One of their main functions is to provide non- formal, pre-school education to children between the ages of 3 to 5

Accomodation and food

Volunteers will teach young children through interactive and creative activities to enhance their cognitive skills, following kindergarten-level teaching standards. They will support Anganwadis in providing pre-school education and promoting health, hygiene, and nutrition awareness in the community. Volunteers are encouraged to introduce new creative activities and ensure a caring, nurturing environment where children feel loved and supported every day.

Location and leisure

Our projects are spread out across different regions in South India. Your project location could be in any one of the following locations - Bangalore, Mysore, Chennai, Kundapur, Udupi, Mangalore, North Karnataka or Pondicherry. You will be notified of the location of your project a month prior to your arrival. During the Orientation week, one can find out the leisure activities around your area. There are lots of things to do in south of India

Project hosted by

FSL India is a leading youth development organization promoting youth inclusion through volunteering and community development activities. It has been operating since 2001. FSL India’s roles and the development interventions through youth engagement at the grassroot level in the present local and global context are multi-dimensional as well as multi-directional.
Under the three pillars and thematic areas of development interventions, FSL India focuses on youth volunteering, community development and education. Evers since came into being, FSL India has engaged more than 30k youth from 40+ countries, and contributed to community development process and youth integration through voluntary engagement, community development initiatives and educational programs that promote Social Leadership and Personal Social Responsibility (PSR).

Directions to meeting point

The program begins on the first Monday of every month, with the on-arrival orientation held in Kundapur. Participants must arrive in Kundapur by that day, where all volunteers will gather at a common meeting point for pick-up. Kundapur is well connected by train and bus; the easiest options are flying to Bangalore and taking an overnight bus, or flying to Mangalore and continuing by bus or prepaid taxi. Kundapur is about 440 km from Bangalore and 100 km north of Mangalore, near the Arabian Sea.

The specific information regarding your arrival and meeting point will be sent to you in a pre-arrival letter

Additional comments

Please note that due to school holidays, these projects will remain closed during the following months: May; in the month of October. During these months, FSL India organizes Summer Projects (in May) and Winter camps (in October). These camps are offered to our LTVs in 'Teaching projects’ which remain closed due to school holidays

Requirements

Fee: The Participation cost is 21,600 Indian Rupees for each month

ViSA: According to the new Visa Regulations, volunteers coming to India to do voluntary service with/through a registered Indian organization need to apply for an “Employment Visa” ( to work with NGO / Non-Profit organization). No other visa is acceptable. In order to apply for an Employment visa, you’ll need proof of employment with an organization in India, such as a contract that states the terms and conditions. FSL India will provide necessary documents for your visa application on request. For more information, please visit the following websites: http://goindia.about.com/od/visas/tp/Guide-To-Indian-Visa-Types.htm http://www.immihelp.com/nri/indiavisa/categories.html

India India: Global competency & Life Skills Development (FSL LTV 03 C)

Dates

01/01/2026   -   31/12/2026

Feedback from 20 volunteers

Tags

Social
Educational

Fee

Free i Fee is paid in two installments:

0 to be paid now.
INR 21600 is to be paid after acceptance.

Note: Total fee can vary depending on bank rates.
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Details on the project

Age
18 - 60
Max number of volunteers
10
Still room for
5 Male + 5 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Access with disability
Yes
Nearest airport
Mangalore (IXE)
Nearest bus/train station
Nearest international airports –Bangalore & Mangalore Nearest railway station – Kundapura Bus services available from –Bangalore, Mangalore & Goa
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Work

In today’s interconnected and rapidly changing world, young people need more than academic
knowledge. They need global competence, leadership, and collaboration skills to become
strong, well-connected, regenerative individuals. The Youth For Tomorrow (YFT) initiative under
the Youth Development Program (YDP), implemented by FSL India, empowers college students
to grow through experiential learning, intercultural exchange, and community action. The
program supports the formation of Youth Teams (YTs)  student-led hubs for leadership, global
competence skills, sustainability, and social innovation.
The YFT aims to create a safe space for youth to explore, understand, share, and act while
developing competencies that prepare them for the future personally, professionally, and
socially. Through the Youth Team, students engage in real-world projects addressing issues like
environmental sustainability, inclusion, wellbeing, and community development.
As a volunteer, you will gain hands-on experience in youth facilitation and project management,
allowing you to apply your skills in a new cultural setting while learning to work effectively with
diverse groups. You will be exposed to grassroots development work in India, giving you the
opportunity to understand local realities, engage with communities, and contribute to
meaningful social initiatives. Throughout your stay, you will experience rich intercultural
learning that helps you broaden your worldview, adapt to new environments, and strengthen
your personal leadership abilities.
The volunteers will support following tasks
•  Support formation and coordination of Youth Teams (YTs).
•  Assist in scheduling and logistics for trainings and sessions.
•  Co-facilitate SLT, reflection circles, and group activities.
•  Support students in SDG-linked micro-project design and implementation.
•  Assist with documentation, photography, and reporting.
•  Help organise showcases and review events.
•  Promote intercultural learning and youth engagement.

Accomodation and food

Accommodation: You could be staying with local families near to the project. You could be sharing rooms with 2-3 volunteers or staying on your own. Sometimes, projects provide accommodation for the volunteers. The project will provide a room that is shared by other volunteers or with the staff of the project
Food: South Indian vegetarian or non-vegetarian food will be provided for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Safe, filtered water is available for drinking.

Location and leisure

Our projects are spread out across different regions in South India. Your project location could be in any one of the following locations - Bangalore, Mysore, Chennai, Kundapur, Udupi, Mangalore, North Karnataka or Pondicherry. You will be notified of the location of your project a month prior to your arrival. During the Orientation week, one can find out the leisure activities around your area. There are lots of things to do in south of India.

Project hosted by

FSL India is a leading youth development organization promoting youth inclusion through volunteering and community development activities. It has been operating since 2001. FSL India’s roles and the development interventions through youth engagement at the grassroot level in the present local and global context are multi-dimensional as well as multi-directional.
Under the three pillars and thematic areas of development interventions, FSL India focuses on youth volunteering, community development and education. Evers since came into being, FSL India has engaged more than 30k youth from 40+ countries, and contributed to community development process and youth integration through voluntary engagement, community development initiatives and educational programs that promote Social Leadership and Personal Social Responsibility (PSR).

Directions to meeting point

The program begins on the first Monday of every month, with the on-arrival orientation held in Kundapur. Participants must arrive in Kundapur by that day, where all volunteers will gather at a common meeting point for pick-up. Kundapur is well connected by train and bus; the easiest options are flying to Bangalore and taking an overnight bus, or flying to Mangalore and continuing by bus or prepaid taxi. Kundapur is about 440 km from Bangalore and 100 km north of Mangalore, near the Arabian Sea.

The specific information regarding your arrival and meeting point will be sent to you in a pre-arrival letter

Requirements

Fee: The Participation cost is 21,600 Indian Rupees for each month

ViSA: According to the new Visa Regulations, volunteers coming to India to do voluntary service with/through a registered Indian organization need to apply for an “Employment Visa” ( to work with NGO / Non-Profit organization). No other visa is acceptable. In order to apply for an Employment visa, you’ll need proof of employment with an organization in India, such as a contract that states the terms and conditions. FSL India will provide necessary documents for your visa application on request. For more information, please visit the following websites: http://goindia.about.com/od/visas/tp/Guide-To-Indian-Visa-Types.htm http://www.immihelp.com/nri/indiavisa/categories.html

India India: Women Empowerment Project (FSL LTV 03 B)

Dates

01/01/2026   -   31/12/2026

Feedback from 20 volunteers

Tags

Social
Educational
Cultural

Fee

Free i Fee is paid in two installments:

0 to be paid now.
INR 21600 is to be paid after acceptance.

Note: Total fee can vary depending on bank rates.
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Details on the project

Age
18 - 70
Max number of volunteers
10
Still room for
5 Male + 5 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Access with disability
Yes
Nearest airport
Mangalore (IXE)
Nearest bus/train station
Nearest international airports –Bangalore & Mangalore Nearest railway station – Kundapura Bus services available from –Bangalore, Mangalore & Goa
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Work

Bridging India’s wide gender gap has become an important focus of development efforts, with NGOs and government programs placing women at the center of their initiatives. A key approach is strengthening women’s financial self-management through Self-Help Groups (SHGs), which enable savings, access to micro-credit, and collective decision-making, supporting women’s empowerment at the grassroots level. Long-term volunteers will gain insight into the social and cultural context of the community through interactions, workshops, idea exchange, and basic project surveys with mentor support. The project combines community service, development learning, cultural exchange, and reflection, and concludes with volunteers presenting the outcomes and impact of their work to their universities.

Volunteers will work extensively with SHGs and other women’s groups to implement capacity
building initiatives in their communities. Some of the activities they will be involved in include:
Building capacity in computer literacy
Raising awareness on health and hygiene
Hands-on activities with the beneficiary community
Documentation support for self-help groups
Attend workshops

Accomodation and food

Accommodation: You could be staying with local families near to the project. You could be sharing rooms with 2-3 volunteers or staying on your own. Sometimes, projects provide accommodation for the volunteers. The project will provide a room that is shared by other volunteers or with the staff of the project
Food: South Indian vegetarian or non-vegetarian food will be provided for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Safe, filtered water is available for drinking.

Location and leisure

Our projects are spread out across different regions in South India. Your project location could be in any one of the following locations - Bangalore, Mysore, Chennai, Kundapur, Udupi, Mangalore, North Karnataka or Pondicherry. You will be notified of the location of your project a month prior to your arrival. During the Orientation week, one can find out the leisure activities around your area. There are lots of things to do in south of India.

Project hosted by

FSL India is a leading youth development organization promoting youth inclusion through volunteering and community development activities. It has been operating since 2001. FSL India’s roles and the development interventions through youth engagement at the grassroot level in the present local and global context are multi-dimensional as well as multi-directional.
Under the three pillars and thematic areas of development interventions, FSL India focuses on youth volunteering, community development and education. Evers since came into being, FSL India has engaged more than 30k youth from 40+ countries, and contributed to community development process and youth integration through voluntary engagement, community development initiatives and educational programs that promote Social Leadership and Personal Social Responsibility (PSR).

Directions to meeting point

The program begins on the first Monday of every month, with the on-arrival orientation held in Kundapur. Participants must arrive in Kundapur by that day, where all volunteers will gather at a common meeting point for pick-up. Kundapur is well connected by train and bus; the easiest options are flying to Bangalore and taking an overnight bus, or flying to Mangalore and continuing by bus or prepaid taxi. Kundapur is about 440 km from Bangalore and 100 km north of Mangalore, near the Arabian Sea.

The specific information regarding your arrival and meeting point will be sent to you in a pre-arrival letter

Requirements

Fee: The Participation cost is 21,600 Indian Rupees for each month

ViSA: According to the new Visa Regulations, volunteers coming to India to do voluntary service with/through a registered Indian organization need to apply for an “Employment Visa” ( to work with NGO / Non-Profit organization). No other visa is acceptable. In order to apply for an Employment visa, you’ll need proof of employment with an organization in India, such as a contract that states the terms and conditions. FSL India will provide necessary documents for your visa application on request. For more information, please visit the following websites: http://goindia.about.com/od/visas/tp/Guide-To-Indian-Visa-Types.htm http://www.immihelp.com/nri/indiavisa/categories.html

India India: Specially Abled Children Project (FSL LTV 03 A)

Dates

01/01/2026   -   31/12/2026

Feedback from 20 volunteers

Tags

Social
Educational
Disabilities

Fee

Free i Fee is paid in two installments:

0 to be paid now.
INR 21600 is to be paid after acceptance.

Note: Total fee can vary depending on bank rates.
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Details on the project

Age
18 - 70
Max number of volunteers
10
Still room for
5 Male + 5 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Access with disability
Yes
Nearest airport
Mangalore (IXE)
Nearest bus/train station
Nearest international airports –Bangalore & Mangalore Nearest railway station – Kundapura Bus services available from –Bangalore, Mangalore & Goa
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Work

The main role of the volunteer involves teaching and supporting staff in their daily activities related to the care of children and individuals with special needs. This work requires flexibility, openness, and a willingness to take on a variety of tasks, including assisting with maintenance and gardening, preparing and serving meals, cleaning, and providing companionship. Volunteers are encouraged to adopt a creative approach, initiate small projects or activities, and actively engage in bringing joy and positive change to the lives of the children. Through their involvement, volunteers contribute to introducing structure into daily routines and supporting the NGO in preparing beneficiaries for adulthood.

Accomodation and food

Accommodation: You could be staying with local families near to the project. You could be sharing rooms with 2-3 volunteers or staying on your own. Sometimes, projects provide accommodation for the volunteers. The project will provide a room that is shared by other volunteers or with the staff of the project
Food: South Indian vegetarian or non-vegetarian food will be provided for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Safe, filtered water is available for drinking.

Location and leisure

Our projects are spread out across different regions in South India. Your project location could be in any one of the following locations - Bangalore, Mysore, Chennai, Kundapur, Udupi, Mangalore, North Karnataka or Pondicherry. You will be notified of the location of your project a month prior to your arrival. During the Orientation week, one can find out the leisure activities around your area. There are lots of things to do in south of India

Project hosted by

FSL India is a leading youth development organization promoting youth inclusion through volunteering and community development activities. It has been operating since 2001. FSL India’s roles and the development interventions through youth engagement at the grassroot level in the present local and global context are multi-dimensional as well as multi-directional.
Under the three pillars and thematic areas of development interventions, FSL India focuses on youth volunteering, community development and education. Evers since came into being, FSL India has engaged more than 30k youth from 40+ countries, and contributed to community development process and youth integration through voluntary engagement, community development initiatives and educational programs that promote Social Leadership and Personal Social Responsibility (PSR).

Directions to meeting point

The program begins on the first Monday of every month, with the on-arrival orientation held in Kundapur. Participants must arrive in Kundapur by that day, where all volunteers will gather at a common meeting point for pick-up. Kundapur is well connected by train and bus; the easiest options are flying to Bangalore and taking an overnight bus, or flying to Mangalore and continuing by bus or prepaid taxi. Kundapur is about 440 km from Bangalore and 100 km north of Mangalore, near the Arabian Sea.

The specific information regarding your arrival and meeting point will be sent to you in a pre-arrival letter

Requirements

Fee: The Participation cost is 21,600 Indian Rupees for each month

ViSA: According to the new Visa Regulations, volunteers coming to India to do voluntary service with/through a registered Indian organization need to apply for an “Employment Visa” ( to work with NGO / Non-Profit organization). No other visa is acceptable. In order to apply for an Employment visa, you’ll need proof of employment with an organization in India, such as a contract that states the terms and conditions. FSL India will provide necessary documents for your visa application on request. For more information, please visit the following websites: http://goindia.about.com/od/visas/tp/Guide-To-Indian-Visa-Types.htm http://www.immihelp.com/nri/indiavisa/categories.html

India India: Natural Farming (RC-MTV-AGR-07/26)

Dates

01/01/2026   -   31/12/2026

Feedback from 16 volunteers

Tags

Agricultural
Social
Manual Work

Fee

Free i Fee is paid in two installments:

0 to be paid now.
EUR 420 is to be paid after acceptance.

Note: Total fee can vary depending on bank rates.
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Details on the project

Age
18 - 60
Max number of volunteers
4
Still room for
2 Male + 2 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Nearest airport
Delhi (DEL)
Nearest bus/train station
Kalka

Work

With this initiative we aim to educate and train farmers in nearby communities by acting as a resource and demonstration centre for sharing good practices among farmers.
The volunteers are required to assist us in following areas:
• daily maintenance of farm and make natural/organic sprays, pesticide and produce chemical free products.
• Actively assist our team to realise our dream to be self sufficient by producing majority of fruits, vegetable that we consume.
• Introduce or reinforce good farming practices and grow off season and low water consuming vegetable.
• Assist in installing a low cost hydroponics system at campus.

Accomodation and food

Food is provided. Local, fresh meals are made and served. The volunteers are expected to contribute in kitchen. A private or shared bedroom and shared bath are provided in one of the residential houses, our volunteer house or at the farm.

Location and leisure

Ruchi campus which is located near Bandh village. It is 30 km from Kalka town and 60 km from Chandigarh city. The area offers a unique opportunity to live with nature in a peaceful environment.

During leisure time, discover vibrant rural life, visit nearby places of attraction like old Sikh and Hindu temples, Kasauli hill station. A visit to Shimla, the state capital, will offer an opportunity to see high Himalayan Mountains and British architecture.

Project hosted by

RUCHI NGO along with village council

Directions to meeting point

Kalka

Additional comments

Himachal Pradesh is a mountainous area where the economy is pre-dominantly agriculture based. However, due to shortage of water and small terraces on sloppy land the agriculture is unsustainable and farm output is not sufficient keeping in mind economic value it gets. Also due to steep terrain and small terraces automated machines have limited usage here. As a result we fear food security problem in the future as many people are losing interest in agriculture.

In order to sustain interest of people not only in agriculture but to enhance their farm production through natural faming, we give high importance to this project. At our campus, we have already demonstrated successfully making and uses of various form of natural composting, Kitchen Gardening, Agroforestry, floriculture, off season vegetables, orchard development here. At present we are preparing to install hydroponics system at our campus for demonstration, training and self sufficiency. In due course we would like to serve as demonstration centre for farmers.

Requirements

Knowledge of farming and creativity on farming practices; ability to educate on growing off season vegetable or dry cropping

India India: Natural Farming (RC- GWC-2/26)

Dates

01/01/2026   -   31/12/2026

Feedback from 16 volunteers

Tags

Agricultural
Social
Manual Work

Fee

Free i Fee is paid in two installments:

0 to be paid now.
EUR 230 is to be paid after acceptance.

Note: Total fee can vary depending on bank rates.
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Details on the project

Age
18 - 70
Max number of volunteers
14
Still room for
7 Male + 7 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Access with disability
Yes
Nearest airport
Delhi (DEL)
Nearest bus/train station
Kalka/Chandigarh

Work

Volunteers will assist in installation work of a protective fence. This will involve physical work on dry stone wall construction, putting up barbed wire or vegetative fencing. They will also be required to introduce and promote natural farming practices including preparing organic manure, soil working, pruning and other related activities.
Living close to nature and forest, our farm land is frequented by wild animals who cause damage to crop, therefore success of this project highly depends on protection of designated area by installing and repairing security fence around it.

Accomodation and food

Volunteers will stay at peaceful RUCHI campus on twin/triple sharing basis. Bed and beddings are provided. Simple basic amenities will be available. Though cooked authentic Indian vegetarian meals will be served volunteers are expected to assist the cook.

Location and leisure

Ruchi campus which is located near Bandh village. It is 30 km from Kalka town and 60 km from Chandigarh city. The area offers a unique opportunity to live with nature in a peaceful environment.

During leisure time, discover vibrant rural life, visit nearby places of attraction like old Sikh and Hindu temples, Kasauli hill station. A visit to Shimla, the state capital, will offer an opportunity to see high Himalayan Mountains and British architecture.

Project hosted by

RUCHI NGO

Directions to meeting point

Kalka station

Additional comments

This is an open and group workcamp project. The camp dates can be mjutually decided by the partners. The duration of the camp will be 10 days including arrival and departure dates.

Requirements

The volunteer should not suffer from any mental illness and physical disability restricting the movement. Otherwise no specific skills are required.

India India: Tibetan Culture (RC-GWC-4/26)

Dates

01/01/2026   -   31/12/2026

Feedback from 16 volunteers

Tags

Cultural
Social

Fee

Free i Fee is paid in two installments:

0 to be paid now.
EUR 230 is to be paid after acceptance.

Note: Total fee can vary depending on bank rates.
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Details on the project

Age
18 - 70
Max number of volunteers
10
Still room for
5 Male + 5 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Access with disability
Yes
Nearest airport
Delhi (DEL)
Nearest bus/train station
Pathankot and Dharamshala

Work

The volunteers would visit Tibetan monasteries, museum, schools and join language classes with Tibetan monks. The Tibetan schools will tell stories of their fleeing and about Tibetan culture. There is a likelihood that we may take up some cleanliness work or some other activity. Otherwise, this visit will be more of touristic with leisurely walks and culture sharing.

Through this project we aim to provide volunteers with an enriching (rural & urban) experience where they would participate in our ongoing rural community development initiatives aimed at uplift of marginalized people and later move to McLeodganj, Dharamshala where Tibetan Government in exile has its head quarters. Volunteers here would get chance to increase their understanding about Tibetan Culture, their movement and their ongoing struggle to keep their identity alive.

Accomodation and food

Volunteers will stay in a private Guest House in Dharamkot, 2 km away from main McLeodganj market on twin/triple sharing basis. Bed and beddings are provided. Simple basic amenities will be available. Though cooked authentic Indian vegetarian meals will be served volunteers are expected to assist the cook.

Location and leisure

Dharamkot in McLeodganj, Dharamshala, the headquarters of Tibetan Government in exile in the northern Indian state of Himachal Pradesh.

Dharamshala is well known as a much sought after tourist attraction. The volunteers can visit a water fall in Bhagsu, visit a church, Lord Shiva Temple and many other monasteries.

Project hosted by

RUCHI NGO

Directions to meeting point

Dharamkot square

Additional comments

This is a group project with open dates which can be decided mutually between the partners. The duration of the group workcamp is 7 days including arrival and departure dates.

Requirements

As the project requires lot of walking and sight seeinb, the volunteers is required to have full physical mobility. Otherwise, no specific skills are required excepot interest in other cultures.

India India: Explore the Unexplored (RC-GWC-5/26)

Dates

01/01/2026   -   31/12/2026

Feedback from 16 volunteers

Tags

Educational
Cultural
Social

Fee

Free i Fee is paid in two installments:

0 to be paid now.
EUR 200 is to be paid after acceptance.

Note: Total fee can vary depending on bank rates.
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Details on the project

Age
18 - 70
Max number of volunteers
10
Still room for
5 Male + 5 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Nearest airport
Delhi (DEL)
Nearest bus/train station
Kalka and Chandigarh

Work

The project will offer a mix of cultural immersion, eco trekking and understanding community life. Three activities are planned. In cultural immersion, three sites will be covered: 1: Haripur or Joharji Gurudwara (an age old temple of Sikhism religion importance where people visit to take blessings and fulfill their wishes), 2: Hanuman Mandir (probably the oldest Lord Monkey Temple) and 3: Snake Temple. All these places are historical but do not figure on international tourist map. A short eco-trek will also be planned involving a cleanliness drive.

During the camp, a community grass roots experience sharing session will also be planned where they would participate and learn from our ongoing initiatives like NFE, women empowerment, NRM (Protection of fresh water sources), organic farming etc.

Volunteers here would get chance to increase their understanding about Indian Culture, cuisine and visit places of historical importance not figuring on international tourist map.

Accomodation and food

Volunteers will stay at peaceful RUCHI campus on twin/triple sharing basis. Bed and beddings are provided. Simple basic amenities will be available. Though cooked authentic Indian vegetarian meals will be served volunteers are expected to assist the cook.

Location and leisure

Volunteers would join us at our headquarters (Bandh village campus in Solan district) which is based at a rural location where they have opportunity to live & experience a typical mountain village culture and their lifestyle.

Nearby Kasauli town is a major attraction. A visit to Shimla, the state capital, will offer an opportunity to see high Himalayan Mountains and British architecture.

Project hosted by

RUCHI NGO

Directions to meeting point

Kalka station

Additional comments

This is a group workcamp project and open round the year. The duration of the project is 7 days including arrival and departure dates. Required physical mobility and walking.

Requirements

Project requires Interest in understanding different life styles and issues with a sharing and learning ability, High motivation & open mindedness is a must.