The Project: Rajasthan was inhabited long before 2500 BC and the Indus Valley Civilization had its foundation here in north Rajasthan itself. Around 1400 BC the Aryans paid a visit and settled forever in the area. The local population was pushed down south and towards the east. Afghans, Turks, Persians and Mughals followed in mixing their blood, first in war then in peace, with the existing original inhabitants. This blending gave the martial lineage to the Rajputs. Mount Abu is the highest peak in the Aravalli range and the only hill station in Rajasthan state. The mountain forms a distinct rocky plateau 22km long by 9km wide. The highest peak on the mountain is Guru Shikhar at 1722 metres above sea level. It is referred to as an 'oasis in the desert', as its heights are home to rivers, lakes, waterfalls and evergreen forests. Mount Abu is home to a number of Jain temples. This work camp involves teaching children from poor background in the non-formal schools about basic English and Mathematics, Health and Hygiene, Environmental protection. There will also be House visits and meetings with rural people to give awareness about health, education and hygiene. Volunteers can take the school children to places in the city like picnics, exposure visits and city walks. Also volunteers will get a chance to take part in the renovation work at local schools/orphanages like painting, building playgrounds etc. Location: Mount Abu is located in the State of Rajasthan and is accessible by domestic airlines. Trains and buses operate on a daily basis from New Delhi and Mumbai. Accommodation: At a guesthouse, in shared rooms.
The Project: Kundapur is a town situated on the west coast of Karnataka near the beach, and is very close to the Western Ghats (a mountain ridge). The Western Ghats is India's prime zone for bio-diversity, known for its animal and plant species in this region. FSL has been developing projects for many years in this region and has now formed a very strong network of local partners and local volunteers. We cooperate with a large number of schools, orphanages, institutions for special education and the local authorities to develop projects that are meaningful for the development of this rural town. Work camps will focus on rural development, environment protection and children. The volunteers will spread awareness about environment protection and solid waste management to schoolchildren. They will also be involved in activities such as Creative Education and teaching basic English and Maths through games, art and songs with the children from the local schools, including disabled kids (physically and/or mentally). The work might include some physical work for the renovation and betterment of the schools (painting, building playground, renovating kitchens and toilets etc.). Location: Kundapur is situated 100 kms north of the city of Mangalore, 300 kms from Panjim (Goa), and 450 kms from Bangalore. Kundapur is accessible by bus/train from Mangalore, Bangalore, Panjim (Goa), and Mumbai. There are international and domestic airports in Mangalore, Bangalore, Goa, and Mumbai. The exact meeting point will be mentioned in the info sheets. Accommodation: At the FSL Home Base, in shared rooms.
The Project: In this project we will work along with different organizations involved in the development of the underprivileged. The slum reality is a big issue in the entire country. Our aim is to spread awareness among the people and to give them more instruments to feel confident and feel free to decide for their future, and for the future of a new generation. The mission of this project is to: Organize a multi-purpose project to involve the community and sensitize community/people about the Health & Hygiene problems. Educate the children to build a better and more conscious society. Awareness of Environmental issues to children and villagers. Working with other NGO's in community service projects. The kind of schedule and the focus of the project will be adapted to the season, the possibilities and the needs of the moment, to improve the achievements in a long-term view. Every camp will be different. The work could be with orphan/school/street/slum children. The info sheets will give the full details about the particular camps. Location: Bangalore Rural & Urban, South India Bangalore is accessible by air, domestic and some international airlines fly directly to Bangalore International Airport. Trains and buses operate on an everyday basis from almost all major towns/cities in South India. The exact Meeting point will be mentioned in the info sheets. Accommodation: At the FSL Home base, in shared rooms.
The Project: In this project we will work along with different organizations involved in the development of the underprivileged. The slum reality is a big issue in the entire country. Our aim is to spread awareness among the people and to give them more instruments to feel confident and feel free to decide for their future, and for the future of a new generation. The mission of this project is to: Organize a multi-purpose project to involve the community and sensitize community/people about the Health & Hygiene problems. Educate the children to build a better and more conscious society. Awareness of Environmental issues to children and villagers. Working with other NGO's in community service projects. The kind of schedule and the focus of the project will be adapted to the season, the possibilities and the needs of the moment, to improve the achievements in a long-term view. Every camp will be different. The work could be with orphan/school/street/slum children. The info sheets will give the full details about the particular camps. Location: Bangalore Rural & Urban, South India Bangalore is accessible by air, domestic and some international airlines fly directly to Bangalore International Airport. Trains and buses operate on an everyday basis from almost all major towns/cities in South India. The exact Meeting point will be mentioned in the info sheets. Accommodation: At the FSL Home base, in shared rooms.
The Project: Coorg or Kodagu (originally called Kodaimalenadu) means "dense forest on steep hill". It is a district located near the city of Mysore (Karnataka State) amongst scenery of misty hills, lush forests, acres and acres of tea and coffee plantation, orange groves, undulating streets and breathtaking views. FSL India cooperates with several local NGOs to spread health and hygiene awareness among the tribal villages, working with local schools in teaching English, building playgrounds and assisting various underprivileged schools. The volunteers will spread awareness about solid waste management to schoolchildren. They will also be involved in activities such as creative education and teaching basic English and Math through games, art and songs with the children from the local schools, The work will include some amount of physical work for the renovation and betterment of the schools (painting, building playground, etc.). Location: In several villages (Guntikopa, Ponnampet, Madikeri), District of Kodagu (Coorg), Karnataka State. Coorg is accessible from Mysore, Bangalore or Mangalore by bus. Bangalore has an international airport. The exact meeting point will be mentioned on the info sheets. Accommodation: At the FSL Home base, in shared rooms.
The Project: Valleys of the Himalayas - where the heaven meets the earth. This small paradise is home to the Dalai Lama and to a significant Tibetan settlement in India. Dharamsala is set in the backdrop of the snow-clad peaks of Dhauladhar Mountains. It is the capital of the Tibetan Government in exile and the residence of the Dalai Lama. In the first two weeks of the camp, the volunteers will get the opportunity to learn about the Tibetan culture and the different issues related to the exile of its people and the re-settlement in India. There will be cultural activities and exchange with the Tibetan Youth with the support of the Tibetan Welfare Office. The project will also include an awareness campaign for the protection of the environment and solid waste management in cooperation with the Tibetan welfare office. Furthermore, the volunteers will support a local Indian/Tibetan school in need of simple renovation work and interact with the school children. Finally on the third week of the camp volunteers will take part in a 4 day trekking activity around the mountains of Dharamsala and Triund. Location: Dharamsala, Himachal Pradesh, North India. 500 Kms north of Delhi. Dharamsala is accessible by bus on a daily basis from New Delhi and other smaller cities of North India. The nearest train stations are Pathankot and Kangra Mandir. Delhi is the nearest international airport. The exact Meeting Point will be mentioned in the info sheets. Accommodation: At a guesthouse, in shared rooms.
Ayurveda is a 5000 year old Indian health care system that is widely practiced even today. "Ayur" in Sanskrit means "life" and "Veda" means "science". It is a perfect Science of health and longevity. This holistic science is the knowledge of complete balance of the Body, Mind and Spirit, including the emotions and psychology, on all levels. It includes in its consideration, longevity, rejuvenation and self-realization therapies through herbs, diet, exercise, yoga, massage, aromas, tantras, mantras, and meditation. According to Ayurvedic tradition, health is the balance of the elements air, earth, fire, and water and illness is an excess or deficiency of any particular element. Ayurveda treats illness at its source, rather than at the level of symptoms, and helps an in individual to take responsibility for their own health and well being. Ayurveda is also known as 'Ashtanga Veda' (the word literally means 'Eight branches of knowledge') as it is divided into eight specialized branches. Yoga is a complete science of life that originated in India many thousands of years ago. It is the oldest system of personal development in the world encompassing the entire Body, Mind and Spirit. It is the union between a person's own consciousness and the universal consciousness. The classical techniques of Yoga date back more than 5000 years. The word Yoga means "to join or yoke together," and it brings the body and mind together into one harmonious experience. The Project: The volunteers will be participating in learning the Basics of Yoga and Ayurveda in these three weeks of the work camp. Everyday there will be topics covered by a professional master (the person in charge of yoga and Ayurveda classes), which will be practiced by the volunteers. Yoga will be practiced every day. Apart from this, volunteers will also help at the Herbal garden and the nearby school. Furthermore, the volunteers will support a local school in need of simple renovation work and interact with the children teaching them basic English and Mathematics, Health and Hygiene awareness, environmental protection etc. Location: The state of Kerala is accessible by air, domestic and some international airlines. Trains and buses operate on an everyday basis from almost all major towns/cities in South India. The exact Meeting Point will be mentioned in the info sheets. Accommodation: At a guesthouse, in shared rooms
The Project: Kundapur is a town situated on the west coast of Karnataka near the beach, and is very close to the Western Ghats (a mountain ridge). The Western Ghats is India's prime zone for bio-diversity, known for its animal and plant species in this region. FSL has been conducting an awareness program all throughout the state for several years with a local group of specialists. This year again several camps will be conducted but with different themes. FSL has received inquiries about supporting other areas as well, such as social development, awareness programs and creative education for the rural kids of that region. The volunteers will be visiting the schools and rural settlements of the region to present the importance of health and hygiene awareness and the need for education among the adults along with the children. Volunteers need to be very creative in designing the exclusive orientation for the people of this region. Volunteers who participate in these camps need to bring materials, ideas from the program on their arrival after which the whole group will settle on a plan of action decided by the team. The program will be mainly in schools/orphanages where the management will invite the parents and the surrounding villagers to visit and absorb the message given through presentations and dramas/plays. Location: Kundapur is situated 100 kms north of the city of Mangalore, 300 kms from Panjim (Goa), and 450 kms from Bangalore. Kundapur is accessible by bus/train from Mangalore, Bangalore, Panjim (Goa), and Mumbai. There are international and domestic airports in Mangalore, Bangalore, Goa, and Mumbai. The exact meeting point will be mentioned in the info sheets. Accommodation: At the FSL Home Base, in shared rooms.
« The organisation of the camp community was fantastic! The group was great and we bonded quickly, language was always going to be a tricky one, but everyone attempted English and Indonesian so it made the whole experience fun and educational. »
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