GLOBAL YOUTH FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE

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1 GLOBAL YOUTH FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE Workcamp / Short Term Volunteering PROGRAM PROFILE Program Year : Jan - Dec 2016

2 Contents 1.Contact Details 03 2.Overview of FSL-India 04 3.What is need to be an STV 10 4.Costs involved 12 5.Other Important Details 14 6.Workcamp List 15 7.Our Workcamps 16 I. FSL India workcamp locations 17 II.Coorg 18 III.Dharamshala 20 IV.Goa 22 V. Hampi 24 VI.Jaipur 26 VII.Jodhpur 28 VIII.Kundapur 30 IX.Mahabalipuram 32 X. Mysore 35 XI.Western Ghats(Agumbe) 37 8.Workcamp Department 39

3 FSL-India Bangalore Head Office # 453, 1 st Floor, 15 th Cross, Lakkasandra Wilson Garden, Bangalore Karnataka, India Phone: Hot Line: ( Ms. Arul Janani Work Camp Communicator ) campsfslindia@gmail.com Website: Blog: Face book: Administration Contacts: Mr.Rakesh Soans (President): , rakeshsoans@fsl-india.org Mr. Devadass Ragland ( Deputy Director ): , fslragland@gmail.com 3

4 Workcamp / Short-Term Volunteering (STV) Program Program Year: January to December 2016 An Overview of FSL-India FSL-India, (Field Services and Inter-cultural Learning - India) is a youth development organisation focused towards Inter-cultural Learning through Voluntary Services set up to promote Global Understanding by providing opportunities to the youth to work in different cultural contexts to appreciate Inter-cultural learning. Thereby, reducing boundaries and bringing people to work together in harmony by understanding the Inter-cultural aspects focusing towards development of people and society through youth mobility and volunteerism. Founded in the year 2000 and legally incorporated in 2001, FSL-India is a Trust under Indian Trust Act It was formed with the support of like-minded National and International Organizations with a primary purpose to bring about global transformation, progress and growth through youth exchange programs. FSL-India is headquartered in Bangalore, with regional offices in Karnataka (Bangalore, Mysore and Kundapur), Tamil Nadu (Chennai), and Pondicherry and is well equipped with experienced associates who support developmental activities across the country with the help of Local and Regional Partners. Annually, FSL- India mobilizes movement of 1500 and more youths from across the globe with the support of International Partners and local NGOs.

5 Areas of Interest: Youth Leadership and Experiential Learning: Training programs for youth; social inclusion projects; social awareness and promotion of youth leadership; Society and Culture: Tibetan Culture, Ethnic Tribal Development, Promoting and Conserving Traditional Folk, Festival, Art and Culture Rural Development: Promotion of Model Village, formation of Self Help Groups, organise women and youth for microfinance/micro-enterprise development and livelihood promotion, skill development, Constructing sanitation facilities and employment generation. Urban Development: Slum Development, Construction and Renovation work. Medical & Health Care: Health & Hygiene, HIV/AIDS, Disability, Medical Outreach Camps and Yoga. Environment and Conservation: Sea Turtle Conservation, Rain Water Harvesting, Sustainable Agriculture, Environment Protection, Heritage Conservation, Natural Resource Management, Water and Sanitation, Environment Education Education: creative and interactive education, teaching of English language, developing teaching and learning aids, improve learning levels and cognitive skills of children through non-formal education. Women & Childcare Development: Orphanages, Women Empowerment, Street Children, and Tent School Project for children of migrant workers In addition, FSL-India also works on a range of self-initiated Home Base projects. We have been engaging youth to supplement national and global efforts for attainment of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). 7

6 Our Ideology We believe that the experience of living and working with people from varied cultural backgrounds creates understanding and respect, something that we should all work on and feel responsible for, in this world! Volunteering is the heart of our work and activities. We initiate our programs together with local communities in building a more peaceful and self-content society. By placing volunteers throughout India and the world in various communities, we show interest in the work and lives of people, which in turn encourages them to take up their own initiatives and find local solutions to the problems. We also hope to make people more aware of the world in which they live and its unlimited possibilities. Through this endeavour, we help open the minds of local communities towards internationalism in an age of globalization. It further encourages exchange of individual experiences and points of view among all the participants involved. It also creates awareness and reflection on oŷe s own culture. By providing opportunities to participate in our programs, FSL- India considers that volunteers will get access to AlterŶative Educ oŷ which includes a number of approaches to learning process other than mainstream education. Alternative education with a blend of local and global perspectives would vary widely, often emphasizing the value of close relationships between international volunteers and local communities with adequate means for inter-cultural learning and exposure. This opportunity would also enhance the global competency of international volunteers as well as local youth, who are also expected to contribute substantially to bring the global dimension to local situations and place the local issues in the global scenario. : Global Youth for a Sustainable Future OUR VISION OUR MISSION : To promote world peace, mutual respect and inter-cultural exchange by facilitating international voluntarism among youth in the field of Natural Resource Management and Socio Economic Development of local community. 8

7 Our Approach During the last 15 years, FSL-India has grown to become one of the largest volunteer hosting organizations in the country, organising various volunteer and development projects throughout India mainly through Short Term Work camps and Long Term Volunteer (LTV) placements. Most of the projects are carried out independently, and some are undertaken in cooperation with local NGOs as they are aware and carry hands on experience of the development work that needs to be undertaken in an area. We support them in their efforts to address the issues and the precise needs of the local community and help bring about the desired change in the long term. Although there are times when our assistance consists of financial support, but quite often we ensure that our support goes in terms of placing volunteers from different countries in different projects. Through this we aim at uniting people from different backgrounds and cultures through a common tool by living and working together. Together with a worldwide network of like-minded organisations, we strive to create a positive impact by encouraging youths and creating opportunities for people to work together with their individual strength and capabilities thereby making a difference in his/her own life and in the lives of others through the field of social work. Objectives of Workcamp Program: To promote international understanding and cultural exchange. To encourage voluntary service as a means to encourage peace, equality and mutual respect. To spark new ideas for socio-economic development for the rural youth. To stress importance on natural resource management. To support community development and bring an inter-cultural dimension to community projects. To support and conserve our nature. To support local community identify and adress global issues. To create self-awareness and personal development among youth in particular. To facilitate Global Education through Experiential Learning. 9

8 What is needed to be an STV(Short Term Volunteer? We welcome anybody who is interested to participate in our voluntary programs regardless of age, sex, religious belief, ethnicity or sexual orientation. Most of our programs do not require any specific skills. But as the work is development and humanitarian in nature, we encourage volunteers to be: Committed Flexible Creative Open Minded 10

9 Expectations from the Volunteers FSL-India expects all volunteers to: Read and understand the information sheet and to attend the preparation meeting organized by the sending organization. Understand the values of service and volunteerism. Be committed to voluntary work and understand that this is not tourism. To take initiative and participate in the various activities that promotes CoŵŵuŶity LiviŶg in our workcamps. Cooperate with FSL-India by adapting to the new culture and conditions. Cooperate with the work camp team leader, who is in-charge at all times of the volunteer's security. Show responsibility towards your work. Adjust to the way of life in the project and camp surroundings. Realize that the living conditions are many a time different than at home (no warm water/air-conditioning, no easy access to international phone or internet, no easy transportation at all times, insects and mosquitoes etc.) Be open-minded, flexible, leave prejudices behind and show initiative. Understand that a lot of time will be spent with local people who do not speak English fluently. Volunteers therefore would require making an effort to communicate in the local language; this shows your interest. Be creative. Innovative ideas for the work, discussions, the campsite, excursions, and free time are expected to come from the group during the camp. Share your thoughts and ideas! Only English to communicate is accepted when others are around, even if they do not join in the conversation. Behavior and dress code should be culture sensitive, especially while in the village or schools. Moreover, being part of FSL-India team means that you are a member of an international community of volunteers from all over the world, which represents a unique and enriching experience for the youth. Besides, gaining new skills of communication, practical knowledge and hands-on experience, volunteers become aware of the importance of being socially active.

10 Costs Involved: FSL- India is a non-profit organisation and does not depend on public or external funding. All costs of FSL- India are sustained through the participation fees from volunteers. Therefore volunteers are expected to pay the participation fee mentioned below besides all their personal costs needed to come to India (travel / visa / vaccinations etc.). All work camps conducted by FSL-India last for two or three weeks. FSL-India Work Camps Two Weeks: 14,000 INR (approximately 200 Euros depending on the exchange rate) Two weeks with special theme: 15,000 INR (approximately 215 Euros depending on the exchange rate) Three Weeks: 18,000 Indian Rupees (approximately 255 Euros depending on the exchange rate) The Participation fee will be collected from the volunteers during the first day of the workcamp. The amount will be collected only in the local currency (Indian Rupees). We do not accept any payments in foreign currency. What does our program participation fee cover? We are a non-profit organization, and therefore we have kept our prices as affordable as possible. FSL- India is a non-profit body registered under the Indian Trust Act. We receive absolutely no financial support from the government of India or from any other foreign agency. The main source of income available for FSL-India is the participation fee that is collected from the volunteers. GLIMPSE OF EXPENSES 20 Camp Expences Adminstration 80 12

11 Other Important Details *All Camps start on a Monday. *The info sheet will contain the general work details as per each project as well as information on the meeting points, contact information and other guidelines. The info sheets shall be sent at least one month before the camp starts. We expect you to read it at least once before joining the Work Camp. *The volunteers should subscribe to their own health insurance and take care of medical vaccinations needed for the specific area. *The social contact in the camp is as important as the work itself and respect for the local environment and community is expected at all times. *Initiative, Creativity and involvement are expected and could give the camp the personal direction of that group. So work together with the camp leaders in creating a successful project. *The participation fee must be paid on the first day of the camp to the Team Leader and in the local currency (Indian Rupees). *Since the budgeting of the camp is made in advance, as a strict policy there will be no refund of the participation fee. 13

12 FSL INDIA WORKCAMP LIST January to December -2016

13 OUR WORK CAMPS: FSL-India has been organizing Work Camps at different locations with strategic partners all over India. The difference to the work camps is that they are conducted with special topics, which are distinctive from the regular work that FSL-India does in other locations. These projects are planned with a long-term sustainable goal and therefore involve works that are intended to change the lives of many people who deserve special care and attention. These camps are special since the work itself will be initiated and run by FSL-India with a long term mission. In addition, the materials, planning and preparations requires more investment in terms of financial resource. FSL-India conducts work Camps in order to facilitate further improvement and to go an extra mile so as to maintain a stronger relationship with its local partners. These work camps deliver extra support to the communities. For example: Happy Hearts, building play parks, construction, painting, distribution of educative materials, medical aid, depending on the specific needs of the present situation. Some special camps are organized for a period of three weeks. 16

14 Dharamshala The Himalayan Beauty A soulful (Environment / Construction / Tibetan Culture) Camp code- FSL WC-592,595,599,604 Valleys of the Himalayas - This small paradise on earth is home to the His Holiness Dalai Lama and to a significant Tibetan settlement in India. Dharamshala is set in the backdrop of the snow-clad peaks of Dhaulathar Mountains. It is the capital of the Tibetan Government in exile and the residence of the Dalai Lama. The Camp: The project is for providing sanitation and safety wall facilities to the schools and the community and a clean environment for the community which is being affected by tourist influx and lack of waste management system, watershed management systems and also to create awareness on the Tibetan migrant and their culture. FSL India is conducting regular camps all through the year for the last 9 yrs with the purpose of bringing a sustainable model in the hilly terrain with the partnership of the School management Committee, waste warriors,tibetan Welfare Office and the Local municipal.. Activities: Promote Eco friendly practices

15 In the first two weeks of this work camp, the volunteers will work on Construction of Toilet and school walls, wall painting, educational drawing, teaching basic English and Mathematics Cleanup activities in the waterfalls, creating awareness to the community and tourist to support responsible tourism, Health and Hygiene awareness, tree plantation to avoid landslides, Pond and tank cleaning Leisure activities: Visit various Tibetan institutes to understand the migrant issue and how the Government is taking care of the migrants. Interact with monks and the local community to understand the culture. On the third week of the camp volunteers will take part in a four-day trekking activity around the mountains of Dharamshala and Triund. Location: McLeod Ganj is in Kangra district which is upper part of Dharamshala. Dharamshala is located in the state of Himachal Pradesh, North India, 500 kilometers from Delhi. Transport; Nearest Airport - Delhi international airport. Nearest Railway station-pathankot Bus from New Delhi and other smaller cities of North India. The exact Meeting Point will be mentioned in the info sheet. Accommodation: In a rented Guest house or Hostel, with shared rooms. 2

16 Goa Social / Culture / Kids Make a Difference Creativity is Contagious Camp Code- FSL WC-605 Goa is Situated on the west coast (Arabian Sea), Goa was the former Portuguese colony in India. It is one of India's most cherished and prominent locations for travelers since many years for its remarkable palm-fringed beaches. The Camp;The project is to work in school and orphanage to give a safe, cleaner, creative and environmental friendly atmosphere to the children. Understand the social issues. Activities: Teaching basic English to the children, Health and Hygiene awareness, introduce creative learning methods through play, art and music. Wall painting, tree plantation, making a Kitchen Garden, minor repair work of school toilet and kitchen. Awareness on health, education and hygiene Volunteers interact with the orphan children, exposure visits and city walks and cultural exchange program with the local community. Leisure Activities: Visit cultural and religious sites, Indian family visit, Intercultural exchange with community

17 Location: Canacona, a sea side village in Goa at 650 km south of Mumbai Transport: Nearest international airports Mumbai, Bangalore and Panjim Nearest Railway Station - Madgaon Bus services from Panjim and Madgaon The exact meeting point will be mentioned in the info sheet. Accommodation: In a rented Guest house or Hostel, with shared rooms.

18 Hampi Dusting Heritage Conserve the History Cultural Heritage conservation / Awareness Camp Code- FSL WHV-593 Located in the central part of the state of Karnataka, in the southern part of India, Hampi is definitely one of the most interesting travel destinations on the map of India. It is famous for its ruins belonging to the erstwhile medieval Hindu kingdom of Vijaynagar, now declared a UNESCO World Heritage site. The temples of Hampi, its monolithic sculptures and monuments are breath-taking. The Hindu style of architecture found at Hampi speaks of the splendour of the Vijaynagar Empire. The Camp; The work camps in Hampi will focus on the protection of the cultural heritage and the sites of historical importance and on creating awareness among the locals, school children, tour-guides and tourists to infuse a sense of responsibility to protect the monuments. FSL India is running the camps in Hampi for the last 8yrs with the cooperation of UNESCO World Heritage Centre, Archaeological Survey of India, the School Management and the Friends of Hampi-NGO,INTACH and the local tour guide association Activities; An introductory session with the ASI official and interaction with INTACH officials Clean up activities around the monuments Tree plantation Awareness Walk/ Street Play with locals Organizing Drawing competition for the school children and opening it up to 24 local people by setting up an open gallery

19 Leisure Activities: Cultural visit to the sites and temples, interacting with the school children and local community, The volunteer will also participate in the local festivals if it falls during the camp days. Location: Hampi is located in the state of Karnataka, 350 kilometers north of Bangalore, and 13 kilometers from Hospet. Transport Nearest international Airport-Bangalore, Mumbai and Panjim The nearest railway station- Hospet Bus services available from - Bangalore and Goa The exact meeting point will be mentioned in the info sheet Accommodation: In a rented Guest house or Hostel, with shared rooms. 25

20 Jaipur Pink Shehar Paris of Environment / Kids / Culture Camp Code- FSL WC-597 Jaipur, the fascinating capital of the desert state of Rajasthan, is one of the well-planned cities of its time. The graceful architecture of the city that runs across in pink color has earned Jaipur the title of "The Pink City". It is predominantly known for its musicians, artisans and craftsmen. Today, it is flocked by masses for its fine jewelry, varied textiles and sumptuous cuisine. The Camp: The purpose of the camp is to create awareness on environmental issues affecting this city, to create better learning facilities for the children in school, Provide community service to the slum dwellers and poor children. The local NGOs, Municipal councilor, School Management Committee will be the partners of the camp Activities; The work camp involves teaching children basic English in non-formal schools and creative learning methods like art, music, games etc. Renovation school toilet and kitchen wall painting and making Kitchen garden Meetings with community to promote Health and Hygiene, Awareness on Environmental issues Tree plantation with community participation 26

21 Leisure Activities: Visit to cultural, historical and religious sites Cultural exchange with the community Interaction with slum kids Location: Jaipur is located at 268 km south of Delhi Transport Nearest international Airport- Delhi The nearest railway station- Jaipur Bus services available from Delhi and other cities in North India The exact meeting point will be mentioned in the info sheet Accommodation: In a rented Guest house or Hostel, with shared rooms. 27

22 Jodhpur Blue Mahal Art of liǀ g Environment / Kids / Culture Camp Code- FSL WC- 601 Jodhpur is a popular tourist destination featuring many palaces, forts and temples. The city is known as the Sun City for the bright sunny weather it enjoys throughout the year. It is also referred as the Blue City due to the indigo tinge of the whitewashed houses around the Mehrangarh Fort. The Camp: The focus of the camp is to create awareness on environmental issues to children and the community, Provide community service on health and Hygiene and to introduce and teach the school children to creative learning methods. The local NGOs, Municipal councilor, School Management Committee will be the partners of the camp. Activities: Meetings with community to promote Health and Hygiene, Awareness on Environmental issues. Tree plantation with community participation The work camp involves teaching children basic English in non-formal schools and creative learning methods like art, music, games etc. Wall painting, educational pictures drawing and making Kitchen garde 28 n in schools

23 Leisure Activities Visit to cultural, historical and religious sites Cultural exchange with the community Interaction with slum kids Location: Jodhpur is located at 560 km south west of Delhi Transport Nearest international Airport-Jaipur and Delhi (Jodhpur is connected with domestic flights) The nearest railway station- Jodhpur Bus services available from Delhi and other cities in North India The exact meeting point will be mentioned in the info sheet Accommodation: In a rented Guest house or Hostel, with shared rooms. 29

24 Kundapur Hand in Land Reserve for future Sustainable Agriculture / Yoga / Culture / Kids Camp Code- FSL WC-591,594,598,603 Kundapur is a town situated near the beach on the west coast of Karnataka state, and is very close to the Western Ghats (a mountain ridge). The Western Ghats is India's prime zone for bio-diversity and known for its animal and plant species in this region. FSL-India has been involved in developing projects for many years in this region and has now formed a very strong network of local partners and local volunteers. Invariably this is one of the prime locations for FSL-India to initiate development interventions in partnership with the local NGOs and civil society organisations. The Camp: The focus of the camp is providing field based learning knowledge on sustainable agriculture and the impacts, Practicing Yoga and introduce creative learning methods in schools.fsl India will directly implement with the network of Farmers club, Women groups and school management around 20 satellite villages in and around the FSL India training centre Activities: Baseline Survey and Mapping. Soil and water conservation, Live hedge fencing, Fruit and forestry plantation. 30

25 Crop cultivation, Composting, Kitchen garden, Medicinal plants cultivation, Nursery management. Maintenance and management - After care, Basin making, watering, pruning, protection etc. Post-harvest practices - Threshing, cleaning. Documentation of traditional cultivation practices. Learn the basics of Yoga and practice everyday Teach basic English in school, introduce creative learning through art, music, games etc. Promote Health and Hygiene Awareness Promote Eco friendly practices Leisure Activities: Visit to cultural and religious sites, family visit as part of inter-cultural learning and participate in the cultural programs with local community. Location: Kundapur is located at 440 north west of Bangalore in the Arabian sea and 91 north of Mangalore Transport Nearest international Airport-Bangalore and Mangalore The nearest railway station- Kundapur Bus services available from Bangalore, Mangalore, Goa The exact meeting point will be mentioned in the info sheet Accommodation: In the FSL-India Training Center with shared rooms 31

26 Mahabalipuram TaMlkahinabgalSiptuoranmes Histo Đal o Cultural Heritage conservation / Awareness Camp Code- FSL WHV- 596 Mahabalipuram, also known as Mamallapuram, is an ancient historic town famous for its stone carvings and cave temples. It was a bustling sea port - ancient Indian traders who went to countries of south-east Asia sailed from the sea port of Mahablipuram. The structures here, mostly carved straight out of granite, are among the oldest existing examples of Dravidian (South Indian) architecture. Mahabalipuram was declared as a UNESCO World Heritage site in The Camp: The workcamp in Mahabalipuram will focus on the protection of the cultural heritage and the sites of historical importance. To promote sensitivity and respect towards the World Heritage site among the school children, college students, tour guides and the community with the cooperation of UNESCO World Heritage Centre, Archaeological Survey of India, the School and college Management, the local NGO, and the local tour guide association Activities Clean up activities around the monuments. Awareness Walk/ Street Play with college students and locals Tree plantation

27 Promotion of Young Guardian Club Discussion with college students on the issues of conservation Leisure Activities; Visiting Heritage, cultural and Religious sites, intercultural exchange with fishermen community, interaction with university students Location: Mahabalipuram is located at 60Km from Chennai and 100 Km from Pondicherry Transport Nearest international Airport-Chennai and Bangalore The nearest railway station- Chennai Bus services available from Chennai and Pondicherry The exact meeting point will be mentioned in the info sheet Accommodation: In a rented Guest house or Hostel, with shared rooms. 34

28 Tribal World Mysore DisĐoǀ the Đ Natural Resource Management / Tribal Development / Kids Camp Code- FSL WC- 602 Mysore, is the third largest city in terms of population in the state of Karnataka, India. Located 140 Kms from the state capital Bangalore-- Mysore is the erstwhile capital of Wodeyars, the rulers of Mysore state. Mysore has never failed to mesmerize the tourists with its quaint charm, rich heritage, magnificent palaces, beautifully laid-out gardens, imposing buildings, broad shady avenues and sacred temples. The charm leaves no one untouched. Dussehra, the festival of the victory of good over evil, is celebrated with unprecedented grandeur. Today Mysore is one of the major cities of Karnataka. Mysore has emerged as a thriving market for exotic sandalwood & incense, the Mysore silk sarees and stone carved sculptures. The Camp; The camp is to understand the Natural resource management (NRM), and how it enhance the livelihood of the farmers, landless laborers and contribute to the development of tribal community. FSL India will organize the camp with local NGOs, school Management and the Tribal and farming community. Activities: Visiting and Interaction with the expert on the NRM(Natural Resource Management) systems, repairing farm pond, assisting farmers in desilting of check dam and tree plantation Visiting tribal families to discuss on local economy and development issues and create awareness on Health and Hygiene and water and sanitation Visit tribal school, interact with the children and do wall painting and educational pictures

29 Leisure Activities: Visit to cultural, Historical and religious sites Intercultural exchange with tribal community Location: Mysore is about 140 kilometers from Bangalore and the project village is at 40 km from Mysore Transport Nearest international Airport- Bangalore The nearest railway station- Mysore Bus services available from Bangalore and other cities of Karnataka The exact meeting point will be mentioned in the info sheet Accommodation: In a rented Guest house or Hostel, with shared rooms. 36

30 Western Ghats The Rainforest L ǀ ǀ u s lif Natural Heritage conservation / Awareness Camp Code- FSL WHV-600 Agumbe is a small village of Western Ghats that lies in malnad region in Shimoga (district) of Karnataka state. Agumbe is well known for two things. Firstly, it records the highest rainfall in Southern India. And secondly, for its scenic outlook and Sunset view point. The Camp: The camp will focus on conserving biodiversity of the Agumbe forest which receives the second highest annual rainfall in the country. The Agumbe forest is in the Western Ghats which is internationally recognized as the world s eight hotspot of A1 bio-diversity. The camp will be implemented in coordination with UNESCO World Heritage Centre, Archaeological Survey of India and the Agumbe Rain Forest Research Center (ARRS), Forest department and the local school. Activities: Interaction with ASI officials Learning sessions with the research centre Raising awareness to conserve the natural resources Tree plantation Help remove weeds and other threatening species 37

31 Leisure Activities: Visit the Cultural and Natural sites in around the Western Ghats. Interaction with the school children and create awareness on nature conservation through drawing educational pictures and drawing competition Location: Agumbe is located at 360 km west of Bangalore and 55 km east of Udupi. Transport Nearest international Airport- Bangalore and Mangalore The nearest railway station- Udupi Bus services available from Bangalore, Mangalore and Udupi The exact meeting point will be mentioned in the info sheet Accommodation: In a rented Guest house or Hostel, with shared rooms. 38

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