Training Camp for Physically Disabled Children in Rajasthan
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.
Volunteer Responsibilities
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.
Location
Volunteers will be in the state of Rajasthan, the most often visited region of India.
Orientation
Volunteers will by picked up from the airport in Delhi and stay the first night in a hotel arranged by CCI. 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.
Accommodation and Meals
In Rajasthan volunteers will stay at a “base-camp." All meals are included at the “base-camps” and are prepared by project staff. There will be many vegetarian options available, and meat is generally prepared 2-3 times per week.
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.
Requirements
There is no language requirement to participate in this project. Skills in childcare or teaching are helpful but not necessary.
Dates
| 4 week program |
8 week program |
| August 18 - September 14 |
September 1 - October 26 |
| September 15 - October 12 |
September 29 - November 23 |
| October 13 - November 9 |
October 27 - December 21 |
| November 10 - December 7 |
November 24 - January 18 2009 |
| December 8 - January 4 2009 |
December 22 - February 15 2009 |
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