Make a Difference with Yuva for Sewa: A Chance to Volunteer in India and USA
This summer, Sewa International USA is offering volunteer internships in India and USA through the Yuva for Sewa (Youth for Service) fellowship program.
YFS aims to connect young adults with service projects in the fields of education, self-employment, healthcare, women’s empowerment, environmental awareness, micro-finance and others.
“The projects are designed to develop personality, build leadership and teamwork, empower visionaries and provide experience in helping the community,” said Sonia Gosain, Vice President of Media and Public Relations for Sewa International USA.
Bharat Kusuma and Nirbhay Dhapodkar pictured at a local boy’s school in Pune, Maharastra.
Since its inception in 2006, YFS has provided 20 youth with the opportunity to volunteer their time for different service projects, based on their interests and expertise.
Apurva Kaushik, who taught at a school for underprivileged girls in Bangalore, India, said that the time she spent volunteering was “the most fulfilling and inspiring” of her life.
Aside from the satisfaction of serving the less fortunate, the volunteers said they gained tremendous leadership experience and knowledge of other cultures. Sarah Elswik, an anthropology graduate of Cleveland State University, shared her experience volunteering at a village near Pune, India: “This field visit provided the opportunity to see, smell, taste, hear and learn first hand what tribal life is about. I thought it was a chance of a life time.”
The projects range from one to six months in duration and occur between the months of June and December. The YFS fellowship stipend covers boarding, lodging and local transport.
Anyone between the ages of 18 and 30 with a strong desire to serve is invited to apply by visiting the website below.
Please visit http://www.sewausa.org/yuva-for-sewa for a complete list of service projects and the YFS application form. The application deadline is April 15, 2010. Please contact yfs@sewausa.orgfor more information.
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