FAQ's on PROJECT WHY SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM
1.Is there an age limit
There is no age limit as long as you are ready to come to India! However, we only accept volunteers under the age of 18 if accompanied by an adult.
2. When are volunteers needed?
All the time! We usually have a lot of interest in coming from June until August and less the rest of the year.
3. How do I let you know that I want to volunteer?
Email us at projectwhy@ymail.com and tell us what dates you are interested in coming, if you would like accommodation provided, how you found out about us, and a little bit about yourself!
4.Are there any language proficiency requirements for volunteers?
In order to be able to communicate with the staff, it is best if volunteers speak either English or Hindi. However, we have no specific requirement.
5. Can you accommodate a large group of volunteers?
Depending on the size of the group and the time of year, we may or may not be able to take a large group of people all at one time. Usually couples or two or three friends can be easily accommodated. Please email us with full details to find about each specific case.
6. Is experience required?
No. Teaching experience or experience working abroad is always useful, but we welcome anyone who wants to volunteer regardless of past experience.
7. What kind of work do volunteers usually do?
Different volunteers have chosen to do different tasks, depending on their background and special skills, but generally volunteers work with children, either teaching English or supporting the teachers. Usually volunteer choose an age group or class to work with upon arrival at the Project.
8. Are there any fees or suggested donations associated with volunteering at Project Why?
No, we charge no fees and require no donation. We only ask for advance notice and a firm commitment.
9. Is accommodation provided?
Depending on availability, we can provide accommodation (for a nominal daily fee) through a home stay program. However, space is limited, so write to projectwhy@ymail.com with your dates to check availability.
10. Where is Project Why located?
Our main office is located in Govindpuri, very close to Nehru Place which is in South Delhi. Our other centres are near by, and the Women's Centre is about twenty minutes away in Sarita Vihar (also in South Delhi).
11. What is the nearest airport/train station/bus station?
The nearest international airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi. The nearest bus station is the New Delhi bus station, and the nearest railway station is the New Delhi railway station.
12. Do you require travel health insurance or any immunizations?
We do not require health insurance or proof of immunizations. However, many travelers to India choose to be prepared for emergencies or health problems.
13. What do I need to bring with me?
Other than the basic travel necessities and appropriate clothing (see below), you do not need to bring anything out of the ordinary. If you would like to do particular activities or tasks and need certain supplies, it may be easier for you to bring them along.
14. What kind of clothes should I bring?
We ask that our volunteers dress appropriately for work with children and with regard to cultural conventions in India. During summer, (approximately April until September), it can also be extremely warm and humid, so it is best to be prepared for high temperatures with light colored clothes in cotton or linen.
For women, it is important to make sure your knees are covered (by wearing long skirts, pants, or capris) and you are not wearing anything that is low-cut, transparent, strappy (sleeveless tops are fine, but with thick straps) or generally revealing (for example, low-waisted trousers or short tops which show your stomach). Many volunteers find it easiest and most comfortable to buy Indian clothes upon arrival, as you can do this very affordably.
For men, it is important that you are comfortably yet appropriately dressed. T-shirts and shorts or pants are fine as long as they are neat and suitable for working with children. Keep in mind that Indian men usually do not wear shorts, however, so longer shorts are advisable.
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