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  • Sustainable Cities And Communities
  • Quality Education

Rural School Teaching and Development

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4 - 16 Wochen  ·  Alter 18 - 50+
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Highlights

  • Genuine Humanitarian Work. Bihar, India is one of the poorest regions in India with genuine needs
  • Incredible local staff and amazing support
  • Life changing experience! The culture of India is incredible

Highlights

  • Genuine Humanitarian Work. Bihar, India is one of the poorest regions in India with genuine needs
  • Incredible local staff and amazing support
  • Life changing experience! The culture of India is incredible
  • Provide opportunity to underprivileged kids

    • Besonders geeignet für

    Alter 18+
    Alleinreisend
    Pärchen
    Familien
    Gruppen
    50+

    Über das Programm

    Bodhgaya radiates the culture and spirit of compassion and enlightenment. Volunteers seeking a truly unique and real Indian experience are encouraged to apply.

    Background Information

    Bodhgaya, the most fascinating and sacred Buddhist pilgrimage centre in the world is the site where Gautama attained supreme knowledge to become Buddha, the Enlightened One in approx 525 BC. Bodhgaya, is famous for Mahabodhi temple which stands above the Bodhi Tree. Its ...

    Über das Programm

    Background Information

    Bodhgaya, the most fascinating and sacred Buddhist pilgrimage centre in the world is the site where Gautama attained supreme knowledge to become Buddha, the Enlightened One in approx 525 BC. Bodhgaya, is famous for Mahabodhi temple which stands above the Bodhi Tree. Its architectural effect is mesmerizing.Inside the temple, there is a colossal image of the Buddha in sitting posture touching the earth by his righthand.  Within the temple grounds you will be witness to thousands of devout Buddhist pilgrims from all over the world in colourful burgundy and saffron robes, congregated to worship at the feet of Buddha.

    Outside the temple, you will see a crazy, buzzing mish mash of diversity, colours, culture, food stalls, rick-shaws, wild dogs and of course, severe poverty.   Venture further out from the city centre, into the local villages, and this is where you will experience the true heart of India.  This is where the IVI placement operates.

    Overview

    This placement is centered around a rural school just outside of Bodghaya.   The school is an educational institution that truly caters to the most vulnerable communities.

    The students come from the surrounding villages (approx 600 population) which lack basic infrastructure and without this school, would have virtually no access to education.  For these agricultural driven communities, the reality of unjust social hierarchy simply does not allow children of poor families to receive an education.

    The school is the first of it’s kind in this area as such it has faced incredible resistance from the village elites with a lack of understanding of the community benefits associated with ‘new’ knowledge systems and formal education opportunities.

    Slowly but surely, the pupil base has grown exponentially over the years harnessing a powerful spirit of pride, acceptance and opportunity.

    As a volunteer guest you will receive truly incredible Indian hospitality, as you are welcomed by hundreds of intrigued and appreciative smiling faces.   There are a myriad of inspiring activities you can get involved with that will make a lasting difference to the school and community.

    School Projects
    -Teaching English & Other Subjects
    -Essential Children’s Nutrition
    -Maternal & Health Education
    -Safe Birthing Kits
    -Community Gardening
    -Basic Vocational Training
    -Develop Fundraising strategies
    -Draft grant applications
    -Resume Development
    Tribal Community Projects
    -Primary skills development
    -Inter-cultural Dialogue program
    -Basic nutritional care
    -Ground water provisioning
    -Vocational training such as computer training, carpentry, plumbing, sewing and clothing, diesel engine repair, organic gardening etc

    Who Can Participate

    Anyone seeking to experience first hand the richness of Indian community spirit while offering services to those in need.  Knowledge of the Hindi language is a major advantage.  Many do speak some English, however it is very scarce in the rural areas.

    Yoga
    We immensely appreciate yoga as one of our intrinsic approaches to inculcate internal faculties of volunteers.   Yoga is provided for volunteers by a trained yoga instructors where possible.

    Tagesablauf

    What to Expect in India

    What you will experience is the most incredible welcome, warmth, friendliness, acceptance, and Indian hospitality.  Be prepared for a celebration where children shower you with flower petals and then performed a series of native hindu and Indian songs and greetings.

    Day to ...

    Tagesablauf

    What to Expect in India

    What you will experience is the most incredible welcome, warmth, friendliness, acceptance, and Indian hospitality.  Be prepared for a celebration where children shower you with flower petals and then performed a series of native hindu and Indian songs and greetings.

    Day to day experience
    You will travel to the rural school by bicycle daily from the volunteer center which is approx 10-15 min bike.   Depending on the project chosen you may be transferred by car to relevant project site.   You will be given an orientation during the first few days which you can use to help tailor your desired involvement in the various projects available.   This is a varied placement in which volunteers will have alot of options and opportunity to be creative and truly help make a difference in the lives of children and families living in poverty.   This area is very poor and so any assistance from volunteers is met with incredible gratitude from the local people.  

    Freizeitaktivitäten

    1. Visit Mahabodhi Temple: This UNESCO World Heritage Site is where Buddha is said to have attained enlightenment. It's a sacred site for Buddhists and a place of deep historical and spiritual significance.

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    3. Explore Bodhi Tree: Located within the Mahabodhi Temple complex, this ancient tree is believed ...

    Freizeitaktivitäten

    1. Visit Mahabodhi Temple: This UNESCO World Heritage Site is where Buddha is said to have attained enlightenment. It's a sacred site for Buddhists and a place of deep historical and spiritual significance.

    2.  

    3. Explore Bodhi Tree: Located within the Mahabodhi Temple complex, this ancient tree is believed to be the direct descendant of the original tree under which Buddha meditated.

    4.  

    5. Visit Great Buddha Statue: The 80-feet tall statue of Buddha is a prominent landmark in Bodhgaya. It's located near the Mahabodhi Temple and is an impressive sight to behold.

    6.  

    7. Attend Meditation Sessions: Bodhgaya is a hub for meditation and spiritual practices. Many centers and monasteries offer meditation sessions and retreats for visitors.

    8.  

    9. Visit Monasteries and Temples: Bodhgaya is home to various monasteries and temples representing different Buddhist traditions. Explore these to gain insight into the diverse Buddhist culture.

    10.  

    11. Take a Walk around Sujata Village: This nearby village is where Buddha received his first meal after his ascetic practices. It's a serene place to explore and learn about Buddha's early life.

    12.  

    13. Participate in Puja Ceremonies: Experience the vibrant atmosphere of traditional Buddhist rituals by attending puja ceremonies at the Mahabodhi Temple or other monasteries.

    14.  

    15. Shop for Souvenirs: Bodhgaya has markets selling a variety of Buddhist artifacts, handicrafts, and religious items. It's a great place to buy souvenirs or gifts.

    16.  

    17. Enjoy Local Cuisine: Explore the local food scene and try traditional Indian and Tibetan dishes available in Bodhgaya's restaurants and street stalls.

    Voraussetzungen

    Voraussetzungen

    Mindestalter: 18 Jahre

    Um an diesem Programm teilzunehmen, musst du zu Programmbeginn mindestens 18 Jahre alt sein. Es kann Ausnahmen geben, wenn du die Erlaubnis deines/r Erziehungsberechtigten vorlegen kannst oder wenn du von deinen Eltern begleitet wirst

    Sprachkenntnisse

    Du brauchst folgende Sprachkenntnisse: Englisch (Grundkenntnisse)

    Ausbildung

    auf High School Niveau

    Polizeiliches Führungszeugnis

    erforderlich

    Staatszugehörigkeit

    Es gibt keine Beschränkungen. Helfende Hände aus aller Welt sind willkommen.

    Arbeitszeiten

    Deine Hilfe wird an folgenden Tagen benötigt: Montag, Dienstag, Mittwoch, Donnerstag und Freitag von 09:00 - 13:00

    Leistungen

    Leistungen

    Dienstleistungen von Involvement Volunteers IVI

    • Arrival  airport transfer
    • 3 Meals p/day weekdays, 2 meals p/day weekends
    • Accommodation (Volunteer Centers – shared dorm style rooms)
    • Daily ground transportation (to/from project)
    • Training & supervision as required
    • Use of necessary equipment incl program materials
    • 24/7 emergency assistance, volunteer support, local guiding and advice
    • Touring & excursions as per itinerary
    • Certificate of Completion 

    Abholung vom Flughafen Gaya Airport

    Pickup from Gaya included

    Unterkunft

    The volunteer center is safe, clean and comfortable.  We have eight rooms with living hall and separate kitchen. Each room has double beds and attached western toilets.  It is very close to world heritage Mahabodhi Temple.

    Volunteers can choose from basic single, double or dorm style rooms depending on availability.  All standard amenities are included such as beds, mattresses, sheets, pillows, towels, water purifier, fans & coolers, mosquito netting, western toilet, cleaning supplies, chairs and  tables.

    Verpflegung

    Three vegetarian meals a day.  We provide fruits, bread and butter with tea or coffee for breakfast.  For lunch, we offer non spicy or spicy Vegetarian meals (Rice pulses and green vegetables, Soup and Salad) for dinner, we again provide non spicy or spicy authentic Indian vegetarian food

    Was ist NICHT inklusive?

    Was ist NICHT inklusive?

    Internetzugriff

    Vor Ort gibt es leider keine Internetverbindung

    Flugtickets

    Der nächstgelegene Flughafen ist Gaya Airport (GAY) in Gaya. Wir helfen dir günstige Flüge nach Indien zu finden. FINDE GÜNSTIGE FLÜGE

    Reiseversicherung

    Ins Ausland zu gehen ist ein Abenteuer, auf das man sich stets gut vorbereiten sollte. Plötzliche Krankheit oder Verletzung, Stornierung oder Diebstahl - eine Reiseversicherung für Indien bietet die nötige Sicherheit. ANGEBOT EINHOLEN

    Impfungen

    Bevor du deine Freiwilligenarbeit in Indien antrittst, solltest du dich noch einmal von deinem Arzt beraten lassen und deine erforderlichen Impfungen für Indien überprüfen. IMPFSCHUTZ ÜBERPRÜFEN

    Informationen zur Anreise

    The project is available year round and is flexible for arrival times.   Preferably volunteers will arrive on either Saturday or Sunday, but we can accommodate other times within the same volunteers fees. 

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    Programmgebühren

    4 Wochen (Mindestaufenthalt) 1.048€
    8 Wochen 1.603€
    12 Wochen 2.209€
    16 Wochen (Maximaler Aufenthalt) 2.712€
    Durchschnittliche Gebühren 215€/Woche

    Programmgebühren

    215€ / Woche 4 - 16 Wochen Alter 18 - 50+

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    Dauer

    4 - 16 Wochen

    Anzahlung

    Mit der Anzahlung reservierst du deinen Platz beim Freiwilligenprogramm. Zahlungen werden von PayPal abgewickelt, unserem vertrauenswürdigen globalen Zahlungsanbieter. Falls du keinen PayPal Account hast, kannst du die Anzahlung auch mit einer Kreditkarte bezahlen.

    Ausstehende Zahlung

    Deine Restzahlung vereinbarst du mit Involvement Volunteers IVI während des Bewerbungsprozesses. Normalerweise handelt es sich um eine Banküberweisung oder eine Barzahlung am Projektstandort.

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