Description

Leave behind the Western, competitive and consumerist lifestyle and learn what it is like to live well, more lightly and more sustainably at Sadhana Forest. Dedicated to veganism, appropriate technologies and simple living, the community works to regenerate the Tropical Dry Evergreen Forest near Auroville, India. Sadhana is an ideal environment to learn to measure and reduce your Carbon Footprint and contribute to indigenous seed and tree planting, contour bunding, organic gardening, natural fence building, and compost and soil management with Effective Microorganisms (EM).

Come prepared to wake early, work hard, live simply, learn a lot, and leave inspired. Both theory and practice of ecological living and habitat regeneration will be emphasized along with community building and personal development. There are countless opportunities for mentorship and learning practical strategies for living in a post Peak-Oil world.

The mission of Sadhana Forest is the reforestation of 70 Acres of severely eroded Tropical Dry Evergreen Forest in Tamil Nadu, India. This forest type is found only in South India and Sri Lanka (only 0.01% of the original habitat remains) and provides rare biological richness due to its very high species abundance. The Sadhana Forest community, founded in 2003 by an Israeli couple, Aviram and Yorit Rozin, pumps water by hand, prepares vegan meals, powers itself via solar, and is comprised of simple thatched huts (built by community members) and a beautiful natural swimming hole. This is an experience of what Auroville was like 30 years ago during its pioneering days! Sadhana, a new community of Auroville, enjoys strong community spirit and excellent and cooperative relationships with its local Tamil neighbors.

Highlights

* Learn about conservation forestry through hands-on projects that make a difference.
* Engage with committed professionals in the field of sustainability.
* Participate in a lively community focusing on simple living and ecological restoration.
* Visit people and projects within Auroville, one of the world's leading eco-villages.
* Experience a sacred grove forest with indigenous Tropical Dry Evergreen Forest species.

The mission of Sadhana Forest is the reforestation of 70 Acres of severely eroded Tropical Dry Evergreen Forest in Tamil Nadu, India. This forest type is found only in South India and Sri Lanka (only 0.01% of the original habitat remains) and provides rare biological richness due to its very high species abundance. The Sadhana Forest community, founded in 2003 by an Israeli couple, Aviram and Yorit Rozin, pumps water by hand, prepares vegan meals, powers itself via solar, and is comprised of simple thatched huts (built by community members) and a beautiful natural swimming hole.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Subject Areas

• Agricultural Sciences
• Asian Studies
• Development Studies
• Ecology
• Education
• Social Sciences

Cost in US$:

2,100

Program Fees Include:

Tuition, program costs, room & board, in-country travel, and college credit.

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Group living
• Other

Participants Travel

in Groups

Typically Participants Work

in Groups of 10 - 15

Scholarships are Available

Living Routes offers need-based Scholarships to all who qualify and apply. To apply for our scholarships, please complete the Living Routes Financial Aid Application (Feel free to call to request one by mail). Applications for financial assistance will be reviewed only after you have been accepted into a program and will not be official until we receive your deposit confirming your participation.

Application Process Involves

• Letters of Reference
• Phone/Video Interview
• Transcript
• Written Application

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Job and Internship Network