Massage and Myotherapy in India - April/May 2020
PROJECT OVERVIEW – REMEDIAL MASSAGE AND MYOTHERAPY TRIP
PROJECT DATES
April/May 2020 (TBC)
PROJECT ACTIVITIES
Observe and work alongside local health practitioners in treatment camps in remote, marginalised communities
Visits to Traditional Healers in rural villages
Observation of Ayurveda doctor in JJVS Clinic
Participation in urban and rural Treatment Camps
Knowledge exchange with local community health workers
OTHER ACTIVITIES
Visit to Monsoon Palace in Udaipur
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
$500AUD + 40,000 INR (Package includes: all program costs, accommodation, food, in-program transport and 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.