Why volunteer with us?
Experience: We believe that everyone posesses such different and unique qualities that each of us can make an impact while volunteering. In our standing belief of this notion, we don't have set traits for our volunteers. We welcome all who are dedicated to helping others, working hard, and learning more about our beautiful country, people, and culture. Flexibility: We understand that everyone is busy and that for most, India is a huge trip! Therefore, we have allowed volunteers the flexibility of choosing their own arrival/start date. Meaningful: All of Sankalp's work has enriched our society with opportunities that many of them would not be able to experience without your help. You will find that the meaninful effort you put into your volunteer work will benefit the children of course, but benefit you even more! Safety: Members of our Sankalp team are always available for help 24/7.
Why do pay for volunteer ?
Volunteers who travel abroad need accommodation, food, transportation, and living necessities while staying with our Sankalp team. We have eliminated the third-party in order to keep your payment low and directly working with us.
What kind of people usually participate in the programs?
Mostly we welcome enthusiastic persons between the ages 16 and 30, but we also had a lot of older participants. In summer (during the summer programs) we’ll have our busiest time and then the house is full of likeminded people to meet and exchange experiences with.
Do I need a Visa to come to India?
You do, please inform at the Indian embassy in your country as the rules per country differ. It’s the responsibility of the volunteers to obtain the visa. Note: the visa is valid from date of issue, NOT from date of travel. We advise volunteers to apply for a tourist visa, as it’s way easier than other visa’s and part of most of the programs consist of travelling activities.
Do I need experiences, special skills to be a volunteers at ?
No, you don’t need particular skills. We are happy to welcome everyone that is enthusiastic and driven to help other people. It’s necessary to speak English if coming here, but it’s perfectly fine if English is your second language. You’ll also be able to improve your level of English here, as you’ll be speaking it here constantly.
Can I do anything to prepare for the volunteering work at home?
You don’t need to prepare, everything will be explained at your program orientation.
Can I bring materials for the projects?
You could bring some writing materials etc for your use. Other program material will be provided by us.
What kind of items are recommend to bring?
You have to think of items such as mosquito repellent, mosquito net, sunblock, medicines (prescription and some basic medicines that belong in a medical kit) don’t bring too much clothes, and you can buy them here as well. You have to bring your own towels and it’s advisable to bring something to wash your clothes.
How much money shall I bring?
That’s all up to you. Prices in India are definitely low compared to the prices in your home country. But never take too much money with you, you can always get more money from a ATM if needed. It’s advisably to bring your debit card and a credit card as well, so in case one of them dysfunctions.
Do I need vaccinations to come to India?
Most likely you’ll need them! As we do not have a medical background, we cannot provide you with an answer. We advise you to talk with your doctor/ travel clinic, they can advise you! Be sure to go there sometime before you plan to come here, as some vaccinations need to be given multiple times.