 |
|
|
|
| |
|
|
 |
We will work to realize our vision through a process of self-exploration that is instigated
by exposures, sessions, readings, films, dialogues, activities, and examinations of various
issues in India from multiple perspectives. At each “site”, we will also add something of
value back to the organization, cause, and/or community through various service projects.
Yoga, meditation, Indian history, and Hindi-language learning will also be practiced and/or
studied throughout the program. From site to site, we will be traveling by various means,
including trains, chartered buses, local buses, shared jeeps, and taxis.
2012 Itinerary:
Email us at info@inspire-now.org for more specific information about this year's trip.
Ahmedabad, Gujarat: Manav Sadhna
|
Introduction of participants to the program. Orientation. Expectations. Cultural Context. Service. Immersion. Introduction to
‘education’ in India. Introduction to ‘Gandhian’ thought, experiencing the reality of
the slums of Ahmedabad, experiencing the ‘spirit’ of service being lived and feeling
the power of relationships, love and positive thought. We will be staying at the Environmental Sanitation Institute (ESI) campus, where most of our meals will be provided as well. We will be working with ESI and Manav Sadhna.
|
Sakad / Sendhawa, Madhya Pradesh: Adharshila
|
Create your own project. Active participation in farming, teaching, cooking, health treatment, etc. Experience of living in a village and exploring rural life. Adivasi (tribal) rights. Session with inspiring leaders pertaining to social justice issues and people's movements. Exploring various notions of development and progress.
We will be working with and staying at Adharshila Learning Center
|
Delhi
|
Interactions with college counterparts involved in social work. Glimpse at social, environmental, and developmental concerns and inspirational work by people within their own communities. Experience of the reality of living on the streets. Excursion to the world of the upper-middle class of India. Sessions with prominent speakers on various development issues.
We will be staying at the International Youth Hostel where most of our meals will be provided as well. We will be working with the following organizations: Manzil, SWECHHA – We For Change, and Jamghat.
|
Ram Garth / Dehradun, Uttaranchal Pradesh at Bija Vidyapeeth Campus
|
In-depth look at farming issues in India through a series of workshops on India’s Green Revolution, farmer suicides, use of pesticides and fertilizers, the possibilities of organic farming and its benefits and environmentally sustainable living. Participation in organic farming, gardening, and composting. Fostering an awareness of what we are consuming, where it comes from and how it affects us and others.
We will be staying at the Bija Vidyapeeth campus, where our meals will be provided as well. The sessions will be lead by the Navdanya organization.
|
Bir, Himanchal Pradesh at Deer Park Institute
|
Introduction to Jeevan Vidya philosophy. Exploration of our own sense of responsibility and contribution through daily, hands-on work (shramdaan). Tuning into our senses and connection with the natural world through activities such trekking. Holistic picture – How is everything connected/
We will be staying at the absolutely stunning Deer Park Institute , where our meals will be provided as well.
|
Delhi
|
Final program and farewell.
|
|
|
Note: InSPIRE reserves the right to make changes to our programs at any time.
Changes are made to provide the best possible experience, protect the safety of the
participants, and respond to changing local or political conditions.
|
|
|
|
"The collapse of traditional cultures, the loss of shared myths and rituals that enfold the individual into a group, and the spread of modern industrial societies are producing generations of unbonded children and adults who are not initiated to the purpose and meaning of their own lives." ~ Michael Meade |  |
