Natural Therapies in India - Nov-Jan (Tour dates TBC)
PROJECT OVERVIEW – GLOBAL COMMUNITY HEALTH EXCHANGE PROGRAM
PROJECT DATES
TBC
SUITABLE FOR
Nutritionists, Naturopaths, Herbal Medicine Practitioners, TCM Practitioners, etc.
PROJECT ACTIVITIES
Herbal medicine wildcrafting and preparation
Nutritional cooking classes
College and hospital visits
Clinical observation with doctors and traditional healers at Village Health Camps
Visits to Traditional Healers in rural villages
Observation of Ayurveda doctor in JJVS Clinic
Observation of partner organisation's charity work and health projects
OTHER ACTIVITIES
Visit to Monsoon Palace in Udaipur
Yoga
Visit to tourist sites in Udaipur city
PROJECT LOCATION
Udaipur, India
The people of Southern Rajasthan live in extreme conditions where water food and healthcare are a continual problem. Years of drought and environmental degradation due to climate change have caused villages in the Aravali Ranges to become isolated and suffer health issues resulting from poverty, drought, tainted water supplies and malnutrition. They are among the most marginalised people in India.
ACCOMMODATION + FOOD
Dorm style accommodation located at the Jagran Jan Vikas Samiti office in Bedla (20 min from Udaipur). During field visits, local accommodation is provided and may involve camp style sleeping on the floor.
In accordance with local custom, all meals are vegetarian (no egg).
COST
$500 + 40,000INR (Package includes: all program costs, supervision, accommodation, food, in-project transfers, administration, HoHA Friend membership, CPE points may apply
Excludes: flights, travel insurance, visas
APPLICATIONS
Please fill out an online application form to apply for this placement.