Programme Costs
[2007 prices]
| 7 Weeks |
£1067 |
| 9 Weeks |
£1152 |
| 12 Weeks |
£1357 |
Included in the cost of the programme:
- Information, preparation and support from the EIL UK office, including an interview prior to acceptance on the programme.
- Airport collection and one-week homestay
- Orientation programme on arrival
- Single room accommodation during volunteer placement
- All meals for the duration of the programme
- One night accommodation, if needed, on the day of arrival
- Transportation from Delhi or Mumbai to orientation/homestay community
- One half-day city tour during the orientation week
- One weekend trip and two weekend recreational activities during the volunteer placement
- Donation to the host project
NOT included in the cost of the programme:
- International transportation
- Health & accident insurance
- Any kind of personal visit/expenses
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The world's largest democracy, India is also one of the world's oldest civilizations.
"So far as I am able to judge, nothing has been left undone, either by man or nature, to make India the most extraordinary country that the sun visits on his rounds. Nothing seems to have been forgotten, nothing overlooked."
Mark Twain, from Following the Equator
Its unique cultural heritage is everywhere in evidence. It is a predominately Hindu country, with social and religious structures that have survived centuries of outside influence.
India is also massively overpopulated (with about 1.05 billion people), and suffers from serious problems related to poverty and environmental degradation. Voluntary organisations play an important role in addressing these problems, and volunteers are always in demand. Placements are available in projects in various locations around India, including Delhi, Mumbai (Bombay), Ahmedabad, Pune and Patna.
Programme Overview
Arrival and Orientation - Arriving at Delhi or Mumbai International Airport, you will be met by local staff and provided with overnight accommodations. The following day you will travel to the area where you will be based for your volunteer assignment.
During the first week you will become familiar with the local area and its culture. The orientation programme is organised by the local coordinator and will cover issues of Indian culture, people and society. You will stay with a host family with at least one member who speaks English. The host family provides all meals.
Volunteer Service - As a volunteer you can stay for total of 7 – 12 weeks. During your volunteer service you will have your own room in a furnished rented/paying guest accommodation near the project site. All meals are included in the programme fee. You'll be invited to take part in organized weekend activities such as cooking classes on Indian cuisine, visits to places of local interest, and a cultural programme with local artists.
The Indian Experiment works with community organisations in four major areas.
- Teaching
- Social Welfare
- Conservation
- Media
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India Fact File
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Population
1,103,596,000
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Capital
New Delhi; 295,000
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Area
3,287,270 sq. kilometers
(1,269,221 sq. miles)
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Language
Hindi, English, 14 other official languages
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Religion
Hindu, Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Jain, Parsi
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Currency
Indian rupee
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Life Expectancy
63
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GDP per Capita
U.S. $2,600
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Literacy
60%
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