Training Camp for Physically Disabled Children
Location: India: Jaipur
Program Duration: 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 5-8 weeks
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Greenheart Travel
http://www.greenhearttravel.org
746 N. LaSalle Drive Chicago, IL 60654 United States
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Description
The disabled children of Rajasthan are in need of the same educational opportunities that the rest of the children in the area are provided. During the camp, the children are able to focus on receiving quality academic instruction and participating in creative recreational activities allowing them greater self-expression and a sense of belonging.
Volunteers will provide education and computer training, as well as organizing sports and games from the children.There are also a limited amount of positions available to help at the camp through physiotherapy.
Highlights
Volunteers will by picked up from the airport in Delhi and stay the first night in a hotel arranged by Greenheart Travel. Participants will then be transported to Jaipur for the beginning of their orientation. During your four-day orientation you will dine one night with a local, English speaking family, learn about cultural differences, health and safety, local customs and language, as well as any additional information you will need to know for your project. You will also have a guided tour to the Amber Fort with an elephant ride.
Additional Activities
All programs include the following activities:
* Camel Safari
* One week yoga session
* Indian cooking class
* English Interpreter nearby
Volunteers staying 8 weeks or longer will also go on a tiger safari. All transportation to/from the excursions is included.
Qualifications
There is no language requirement to participate in this project. Skills in childcare or teaching are helpful but not necessary.
Languages
- English
Cost in US$:
Credit Available
no
Volunteer Types
- Childcare/children
- Computer Training
- Curriculum Planning
- Disability Issues
- Education
- Handicapped
- Sports
- Volunteering
- Youth
Typical Volunteer
Greenheart Travel volunteers are all ages and come from diverse backgrounds. All are caring, flexible individuals who are interested in an authentic cultural experience rather than a typical tourist experience.Age Range
18 and upThis Program is open to
American, Canadian Participant. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals.
Typical Living Arrangements
- Group living
Participants Travel to India
Independently
Application Process Involves
- Written Application
Greenheart Travel's Mission Statement
Greenheart Travel is a division of the Center for Cultural Interchange. Founded in 1985, the Center for Cultural Interchange (CCI) is a non-profit organization dedicated to the promotion of cultural understanding, academic development and world peace. Greenheart is CCI's way of promoting the health and welfare of the earth and its people through cultural exchange, ethical travel, responsible consumerism, and community service.
Year Founded
1985