Description:
HIV is spreading quickly through the Indian population. The groups at risk include women, slum dwellers, sex workers, and truck drivers. Participants will work with an organization devoted to prevention education and empowerment activities for people living with HIV and AIDS. Participants in this program will assist with awareness campaigns, assist with documentation and evaluation of the campaigns, meet with support groups for people living with HIV, and gain an understanding of the huge impact HIV is making in India.
Highlights:
All ELI Programs are set up on a completely individual basis according to the interests and skills of each participant and the current needs of the local organizations we work with.
Participants in India experience India's vibrant culture in one of the most exciting parts of the country. The rich cultural heritage of South India is evident in the colorful festivals, elaborate temples, and daily rituals.
ELI participants work with local organizations and have a rare opportunity to gain insight into the day to day workings of Indian NGOs.
Qualifications / Skills Needed:
Participants in this program need to be patient and culturally sensitive. The only required language is English, but knowledge of Tamil is very helpful. Many of the organizations' clients may not be able to speak English.
Intern Types:
Development,
Family and Home Studies,
Social Sciences
and Social Work
Language:
English
Cost in US$: starting at US $925 please contact us for details
Cost Includes:
Food,
Housing,
In-country orientation/Training,
In-country staff support,
Registration fees
and Written materials pre-departure
Pre-departure Support: ELI's expert staff will be happy to assist you with planning your trip
Airport Pickup: Participants are met when they arrive at the airport in Chennai and brought to the program accommodation
In-Country Orientation: Each program starts with a 2-3 day orientation to help participants get their feet on the ground and able to navigate South India
In-country Staff Support: ELI's India coordinator has years of experience working with Volunteers, Interns, and Study Abroad Students. He is very resourceful and on call 24/7 in case of emergency.
Accommodations: Participants stay in housing associated with the project and are provided with three basic vegetarian meals a day.
Experience Required: no
Typical Volunteer Projects:
AIDS,
childcare/children,
community centers,
community health,
consciousness-raising,
counseling,
education,
family planning,
health,
health care,
health education,
self help,
teaching,
volunteering
and women
Typical Volunteer: There is no typical ELI volunteer. We work with people from all over the world and a variety of backgrounds. ELI has placed volunteers ranging in age from 18-81. Successful volunteers are flexible, upbeat, energetic, and inquisitive.
Age Range: 18 and older
This Program is open to
Worldwide
Participants.
This Program is also open to
Couples and Individuals.
Typical Living Arrangements:
Apartment/Flat
and Group living
Participants Travel to India
Independently
Typically Participants Work
Independently
Application Process Involves:
- Online Application plus Application Assessment
- Resume
- Written Application
ELI-Experiential Learning International's Mission Statement: ELI's full name, Experiential Learning International, reflects our philosophy. We believe that the most compelling life lessons come through experience, and that international experiences are among the most profound influences on our sense of self and our view of the world. ELI facilitates flexible international learning programs for independent travelers by partnering with local organizations to give participants the opportunity to experience and contribute to sustainable ongoing local projects throughout the world.
Year Founded: 2001
India
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