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Women Empowerment Supporter in Rural Villages

location
2 - 12 weeks  ·  Age 18 - 50+
rating  Very Good 4.3  · 
  Verified by Volunteer World
  Excellent response rate

Especially good for

Age 18+
Singles
Couples
Families
Groups
50+

About the program

Support women in rural villages for their social justice.

About the Program

In the simplest of words it is basically the creation of an environment where women can make independent decisions on their personal development as well as shine as equals in society. This can only happen if there is a channelized route for the empowerment of women. There are ...

About the program

About the Program

In the simplest of words it is basically the creation of an environment where women can make independent decisions on their personal development as well as shine as equals in society. This can only happen if there is a channelized route for the empowerment of women. There are several challenges that are currently plaguing the issues of women’s rights in India. While a lot of these are redundant and quite basic issues faced across the country, these are contributory causes to the overarching status of women in India. Our volunteers will work with local village girls and women as a helper. This program enables you to support women in their recreation for healthy and sustainable livelihoods. Women's groups provide a forum for issues such as family health, women's rights, and access to resources, income generation, and other challenges women face in their daily lives.

Volunteers have the opportunity to exchange ideas, collaborate in ongoing projects, teach basic English skills, help with small businesses, and be a positive role model. You can also provide support in many other ways, depending on your skills and interests and the needs of the local community. So, Dharamshala Volunteering and Travel Solutions invites all interested national and international volunteers to be a part of our women development program. Your small effort can make a big difference to the women in the most marginalized communities.

Who we are looking for?

Only female volunteers from worldwide can join this program. 

Volunteer Work and Contribution

As a volunteer, you'll be assigned to teach either or both morning or afternoon classes depending on the number of students and your personal preference (all classes are about 2 hours long). Each day, you will also help plan lessons for the following day. Your tasks may include:

  • Teaching English and basic computer skills
  • Encouraging women to become more self-reliant through learning activities, creative workshops or vocational training
  • Running a health, hygiene and reproductive health workshop
  • Organizing fun activities once a week with the women
  • Educating young girls about their rights
  • Helping with cleaning or maintenance tasks in the schools 

Typical day

Working days as a women empowerment supporter in rural villages are from Monday to Friday. Weekends are free for volunteers, every day volunteers will work 2 hours in the morning and in the afternoon. The placement of the volunteer depends on different needs and available positions. Volunteers can ...

Typical day

Working days as a women empowerment supporter in rural villages are from Monday to Friday. Weekends are free for volunteers, every day volunteers will work 2 hours in the morning and in the afternoon. The placement of the volunteer depends on different needs and available positions. Volunteers can join the program as individual or in groups. After the program in the evening they are free to visit local markets and places.

Free-time activities

Our standard operating days span Monday through Saturday, providing ample time for structured learning and engagement. However, weekends offer a special opportunity for participants to embark on enriching add-on touring and adventure programs, enhancing their experience with optional activities. ..

Free-time activities

Our standard operating days span Monday through Saturday, providing ample time for structured learning and engagement. However, weekends offer a special opportunity for participants to embark on enriching add-on touring and adventure programs, enhancing their experience with optional activities. These supplementary excursions, available at an additional charge, allow participants to explore the region's cultural heritage, natural wonders, and adrenaline-pumping adventures, creating unforgettable memories beyond the classroom. To learn more, visit our website: https://volunteeringandtravelsolutions.org/

Requirements

Requirements

Minimum Age: 18 years

In order to join the program you need to be at least 18 years old on the program start date. There might be exemptions if you can provide the permission of your legal guardian(s) or if your are accompanied by your parents.

Language Skills

You need to speak English (basic level)

Education Requirements

English language at High school, Graduate or university level

Criminal Background Check

required

Required Documents

cv certificate

Nationality Restrictions

No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.

Other Skills

No need

Time Commitment

Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 10:00 - 15:00

What's Included

What's Included

Services by DVTS

We provide our volunteers 

  • Accommodation
  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner
  • Transport to and from the nearest airport(Gaggal) or from Delhi in Volvo bus.
  • Teaching materials
  • Tea 

What's not included in our programs:

Air fare, travel insurance, Indian visa, bottled water, expensive food in restaurants (which is only included on weekend programs).

Airport Pickup at Gaggal Airport

To embark on our transformative programs, individuals first journey to Delhi International Airport. From there, the path diverges: a direct flight whisks them to the serene embrace of Gaggal, Dharamshala, or they opt for a scenic Volvo bus ride, winding through the picturesque landscapes toward Dharamshala. Regardless of the chosen route, our team ensures a seamless transition, extending a warm welcome with airport pickups and the reassuring presence of our coordinator throughout the Volvo journey.

Accommodation

Our large volunteer house in Dharamshala is basic but clean. It is situated in a safe neighbourhood and comes with a security (night) guard. The rooms are provided with bunk beds for four people. All rooms have attached or non-attached bathrooms with a toilet (toilet paper will be provided). The running water in the shower is cold, it will only be heated up during the winter season (late October – early March). A single room can be requested upon availability and with a small extra charge only by couples.


In our volunteer house, the volunteers have access to computers with broadband, a sky TV with English and Hindi channels, a film library and a book library.

Volunteers are responsible for the cost of their own phone call charges.

Food & Beverages

All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) within the accommodation are native to the region of India and freshly prepared by our house chef. The meals are mostly north Indian curries and traditional Himachali food, so the meals can often be vegetarian. Non vegetarian food is prepared only on special demand and it will charge an extra amount.  

Moreover you can mention your food related allergies and it will be kept in mind while preparing the food.

We have water purification facilities on site that volunteers can use to fill their water bottles.

Internet Access

Good access at the project site

What's NOT included?

What's NOT included?

Flight Tickets

The nearest airport is Gaggal Airport (DHM) in Dharamsala. We assist you to find cheap flights to India. FIND CHEAP FLIGHTS

Travel Insurance

Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for India provides security and is a plus to have. GET A QUOTE

Vaccines

If you are intending to volunteer in India you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for India. VACCINE CHECKER

Details on arrival

Volunteers can join our program throughout the year, one of our staff member will meet them at the airport for the pickup.

Availability
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Program fees

2 weeks (min. stay) 499€
3 weeks 648€
4 weeks 948€
5 weeks 1,107€
6 weeks 1,377€
7 weeks 1,646€
12 weeks (max. stay) 2,993€
Average fees 249€/week

Program fees

249€ per week 2 - 12 weeks Age 18 - 50+

Payment methods

Visa Master Card Maestro American Express PayPal

NO CREDIT CARD FEES

Duration

2 - 12 weeks

Deposit

The deposit is simply to reserve your volunteer placement. Payments are handled by PayPal, our trusted global payment provider. If you don't have a PayPal account, you can also pay using a credit card.

Final Payment

Your final payment will be agreed with DVTS during the application process. Common solutions are either via bank transfer or a cash payment at the project site.

Meet your organization

DVTS

Very Good 4.3 rating (8 reviews)

Non-profit - founded in 2024

Verified by Volunteer World

  Excellent response rate

Coordinated by

Mohinder

Spoken languages: English

About the project

Dharamshala Volunteering and Travel Solutions. We offer Volunteer and Travel services to International Volunteers.

Meet your organization

About Us

Believing in “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam”, which implies that the whole world is one family. The aim of launching Dharamshala Volunteering and Travel Solutions is to provide cross culture experience with travel and volunteering opportunities to international volunteers. Dharamshala Volunteering and Travel Solutions works to serve people who are living in rural villages of Dharamshala in the best possible ways. We have previously worked as Pari Volunteerism Services with 9+ years of experience. Our priority is to provide safe volunteering and travelling programs to our volunteers.

The Location

We are working in Dharamshala , the home town of the DALAI LAMA. Dharamshala is situated in north India in the state of Himachal Pradesh. All the programs are arranged by us in rural areas of Dharamshala and our motive and aim is to give education to poor children and decrease the gap between rich and poor people of rural Himachal. All these programs are organized by us in the range of 10 to 25 kms of Dharamshala Town. Volunteers can join our programs for a minimum stay of 2 weeks and a maximum stay of 12 weeks which are running the whole year. Students, volunteers, couples, everyone who wants to enjoy this combination of volunteering and travelling are welcome.

8 reviews · rating4.3

I did 2 weeks of the women’s empowerment program with Pari Voluntourism Solutions of which Mohinder was the main coordinator and communicator. It was based out of a Disabled children’s school of which I was able to join in the vocational classes and communicate with the women, sharing ...
I spent a week with the Women empowerment programme on the outskirts of Jaipur. It happened to be during the Holi celebration. I felt very privileged to share in the joy with these women and children. As a seasoned teacher I felt that the programme lacked structure. I presented two lessons with ...
Amazing experience with Pari Volontourism Solution ! Sharing time with indian's women in the countryside, teaching english to young kids in a local school... All this, supported by a wonderfull organizer who will take care of you like you would never have expected. I truely recommand this ...
Déborah Jacquemont rating5

2023 at Community Helper & Round Trips

Such a great experience in India ! You will discover so many beautiful things and discover a true family. It’s really nice to feel safety when you are a young girl alone in a far country. My time in India was definitely too short and I want to come back soon ...
Maria Zandbergen rating5

2022 at Renovating of Community Houses

Although it can be terrifying to go to a place by yourself, I felt safe with Mohinder and Avneesh after the first day! I loved the painting in the school, the trips in the car and the food that has ruined my own cooking forever. I will miss the dogs, Mohinder's ringtone, the day and weekend trips ...
Verena Eichinger rating5

2022 at Community Helper & Round Trips

My 4 weeks in India were over way too quick! The program worked as described from the airport pickup to bringing me back in the end. The programs for the weeks were really nice and flexible as I could switch the last weeks program and stay at english teaching one week longer. The stay at Avneesh ...

Location

Asia > Southern Asia > India > Dharamsala

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