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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.
From site to site, we will be traveling by various means, including planes, trains, chartered buses, local buses, shared jeeps, and taxis.
Projected 2009 Itinerary
Ahmedabad, Gujarat
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Introductions of participants and of the program. Orientation. Expectations. Cultural
context. Meeting Indian-Americans who are involved with work in India. 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. Becoming inspired.
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.
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We're aiming to explore water issues and microfinance operations this year, and are currently working to narrow down the prospective organizations we would like to visit.
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Kempty/Mussoorie, Uttaranchal at SIDH
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The optional third week of the Young Professionals program will take place in the scenic Himalayan foothills, and it NOT covered in your InSPIRE application fees. Participants in the optional third week are required to cover their transportation expenses to Mussoorie as well as lodging, boarding, and Jeevan Vidya workshop fees on the SIDH campus. Expect to spend roughly Rs. 6000 for the week. An InSPIRE coordinator will escort 3rd week participants to the SIDH campus.
Interactive sessions about decolonisation and Gandhi, and further exploration of the self, the other, society, nature
and the inter-relations of each. Introduction to Jeevan Vidya philosophy. Supplementing this with exposure to village
life and re-looking at the purpose of education. Exploration of our own sense of responsibility and contribution
through daily, hands-on work (shramdaan). Tuning into our senses through activities such as rafting and trekking in
nature. Holistic picture.
We will be staying at the Society for Integrated Development of
Himalayas (SIDH) campus, where most of our meals will be provided.
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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.
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"I'm a pilgrim of life, so from that point of view, I'm on a pilgrimage every day. Once one lives as a pilgrim, one lives lightly on the earth, with both detachment and engagement. It's all a pilgrimage" ~ Satish Kumar |  |
