Rural Programmes

1. Swadesh Ki Khoj : CHIRAG and Ford Foundation are offering a opportunity for young graduates to work with a rural developement agency in India for a year and get a stipend for that. Four areas of work are being offered - Primary education, Primary healthcare, Rural livelihood, Environmental regenration. Programme starts from July 1, 09 and applications are to be sent by May 15, 09. More information on the programme can be found on http://chirag.org/swades.html


2. Developement From Inside : This is a four week course initiated by Charities Advisory Trust. This is a hands-on training programme that offers unique opportunity to learn from inside in scenic surroundings of Mysore. the four week course will involve - Seminars led by influential Indian activists, Two work placements with local NGOs, Visits to projects in the area, and a chance to experience the real India. More information reagarding the course and the trust can be found on http://www.charitiesadvisorytrust.co.uk/development/first.htm