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Repainting and Renovation Of School

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2 - 4 weeks  ·  Age 18 - 50+
rating  Fantastic 4.5  · 
  Verified by Volunteer World
  Good response rate

Highlights

  • Repainting of school building
  • Renovation of school
  • Organizing and developing the school area
  • International student groups are welcome
  • Volunteers are welcome in India

Especially good for

Age 18+
Singles
Couples
Families
Groups
50+

About the program

Motivated and energetic volunteers as a small to mid group, couples or individuals are welcome to participate in the renovation to school building for refugee children.

SMILE is organizing non formal education for slums and street kids around the country. In our school building we need motivated volunteers to repaint and renovate . If any couple or individuals  or group are interested to help ,they are welcome. 

Non formal school building is very important part of ...

About the program

SMILE is organizing non formal education for slums and street kids around the country. In our school building we need motivated volunteers to repaint and renovate . If any couple or individuals  or group are interested to help ,they are welcome. 

Non formal school building is very important part of the project. Our project targeting to find a solution to this problem. Volunteers' role would be help in our ongoing renovation and repainting activities. Its mainly manual job. like cleaning building surroundings ,painting walls and windows grill , organizing brick pile , breaking bricks , swiping and moping floor / roof / stairs. Volunteers not required to bring any equipment. Material would be organized by organization. Work is not heavy  rather enjoyable for any small groups, couples, families .

Our volunteers will be living at our center with local members as a family. There will be coordinator in our program but mostly volunteer will have to do the job by themselves. Volunteers can have a big experience of cultural and language exchange while helping in our project.
we need volunteer groups or energetic individuals to help us in this ongoing construction activities.

Typical day

Breakfast: 8-9 pm

Morning work : 10 am- 1pm
Lunch: 1:30 -2:30 pm
Afternoon : 3-6 pm
Dinner: 7-8 pm

A typical day's activity would be like:
  • School spot cleaning
    • Room cleaning
    • Garden cleaning
  • Painting School Building 
    • School rooms
    • School doors and windows
  • Renovation
    • Window grill painting
    • School area cleaning and ...

Typical day

Breakfast: 8-9 pm

Morning work : 10 am- 1pm
Lunch: 1:30 -2:30 pm
Afternoon : 3-6 pm
Dinner: 7-8 pm

A typical day's activity would be like:
  • School spot cleaning
    • Room cleaning
    • Garden cleaning
  • Painting School Building 
    • School rooms
    • School doors and windows
  • Renovation
    • Window grill painting
    • School area cleaning and organizing 

Free-time activities

weekends are free for volunteers . They have a chance to explore the city center and around. There is a weekends trip package available against extra price as well.

Free-time activities

weekends are free for volunteers . They have a chance to explore the city center and around. There is a weekends trip package available against extra price as well.

Requirements

Requirements

Minimum Age: 18 years

In order to join the program you need to be at least 18 years old on the program start date. There might be exemptions if you can provide the permission of your legal guardian(s) or if your are accompanied by your parents.

Language Skills

You need to speak English (basic level)

Required Documents

cv, passport and visa

Nationality Restrictions

No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.

Other Skills

N.A

Time Commitment

Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 10:00 - 17:00

What's Included

What's Included

Services by SMILE Society, India

Program fee includes:

  • 3 meals
  • shared dorm based room at local host/school building
  • wifi
  • airport pick
  • orientation
  • project coordination

Airport Pickup at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport

Yes, between 6am-6pm on anyday.

Accommodation

Accommodation type would be simple in local host family. There will be bunk beds for 2-4 volunteers in a room with common toilet.


Food & Beverages

Mineral water and 3 East Indian meals

Internet Access

Good access at the project site

What's NOT included?

What's NOT included?

Flight Tickets

The nearest airport is Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) in Kolkata. We assist you to find cheap flights to India. FIND CHEAP FLIGHTS

Travel Insurance

Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for India provides security and is a plus to have. GET A QUOTE

Vaccines

If you are intending to volunteer in India you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for India. VACCINE CHECKER

Details on arrival

Volunteers are welcome to join at any time throughout the year.
Availability
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Program fees

2 weeks (min. stay) 323€
3 weeks 398€
4 weeks (max. stay) 423€
Average fees 133€/week

Program fees

133€ per week 2 - 4 weeks Age 18 - 50+

Payment methods

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NO CREDIT CARD FEES

Duration

2 - 4 weeks

Deposit

The deposit is simply to reserve your volunteer placement. Payments are handled by PayPal, our trusted global payment provider. If you don't have a PayPal account, you can also pay using a credit card.

Final Payment

Your final payment will be agreed with SMILE Society, India during the application process. Common solutions are either via bank transfer or a cash payment at the project site.

Meet your organization

SMILE Society, India

Fantastic 4.5 rating (18 reviews)

Non-profit - founded in 2003

Verified by Volunteer World

  Good response rate

Coordinated by

Kamala

Spoken languages: English

About the project

SMILE NGO is one of the prestigious International Youth Volunteering organisation from India. SMILE is also member of various international Volunteer Exchange networks.

Meet your organization

SMILE Society ( Situational Management & Inter Learning Establishment Society) is a registered NGO / NPO working in the field of International voluntary Service ( IVS) . SMILE is a member of CCIVS (an international volunteer network under UNESCO), NVDA and WANGO. SMILE is also working with many international reputed voluntary organizations including members from European Alliance Network and other IVS networks from around the globe.

Our foremost goal is to "Bring a Smile to Every Child." We ensure that all volunteers are provided with a safe and enriching experience. Our flexible approach means that you will be given a placement to suit your needs and time scale. There are many other attractions that SMILE volunteers can enjoy, including discounted rates for trekking, rafting, and various safari trips including the Ganges.  All international students are also welcome to take part in our Internship Programme. Our unique placements could become the trip of a lifetime.

International workcamp for youth volunteers , students groups, and long & middle term volunteer participants are welcome in India.SmileNgo offers exciting volunteering opportunities like special group & Teen group projects in India and abroad. Be a Volunteer to help in different noble causes which can change other's life forever. There are many short,middle & long term and group volunteering opportunities available round the year. Inter cultural exchange youth & student exchange projects are also available to know each other's culture and tradition.

Lets volunteer to bring smile around !

Languages Spoken

India is a big country with many local languages, hindi is the national language though there are many other languages spoken in the different states of India. There are local people in every city know English. Volunteers need to speak basic English as their Indian host families speak with them in English. 

Wo are we looking for?

We simply ask that volunteers are open-minded, flexible, and respectful of cultures and traditions, determined and motivated. Any special qualifications you may have are always useful. Volunteers can seek placement and/or accommodation with a friend/ friends. Please indicate in your application, and we will do our best to place you in the same accommodation and/or project. Please keep in mind that this is subject to availability.

18 reviews · rating4.5

Remy Thomasson rating5

2024 at Repainting and Renovation Of School

I absolutely loved my experience at Smile Society! Living with the amazing host family was an enriching experience, and being able to contribute to helping underprivileged children was incredibly fulfilling. I urge others to join this program; not only will you make a difference in the lives of ...
Bruno Fischer rating4.4

2024 at Repainting and Renovation Of School

Belle expérience de vie, qualité d'accueil et de nourriture excellente. Des personnes très gentilles avec lesquels on peut échanger sur la culture et la façon de vivre en Inde. Un plaisir d'aider les enfants du quartier qui nous le rendent bien avec leurs jolis sourires. Pratique du yoga, ...
Andrea Montoya Garcia rating5

2024 at Cultural Exchange and Community Work

I came from Spain to Smile NGO to volunteer in the a Cultural exchange and Community work program, but in the end I have learned and participated in everything. I have done yoga, known the important work they do here in Smile and traveled around India also. But the time shared with the children ...
Frédérik Tchoungui rating3.8

2024 at Care Assistant for underprivileged children

My smile experience was more than perfect. The hosts are really adorable and caring. During this experience, I had the opportunity to spend a lot of good and generous moments with the children. These are captivating and stimulating, their smile is an immediate reward that fills you with happiness. ..
My experience with Smile in Kolkata was simply amazing... I have been warmly welcomed and I felt at home my all stay ! The family is so kind and will help you with whatever you need. The house is very clean and the food excellent. You will have the opportunity to live and experience real yoga, and ...
Alan Alderson rating4.8

2023 at English Teacher for Street Children

I visited Kolkatta last November in order to carry out some decorating to the Smile India school. Whilst there, I also helped to teach the children basic English and keyboard navigation. From the minute I arrived, Kamala and everyone else made me feel so welcome . After breakfast, I would paint the ...

Location

Asia > Southern Asia > India > Udayrajpur

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