Gap Year Programs in Kerala,India

As a volunteer on the Women’s Education project in Kerala, you will work on local initiatives that support and educate women and girls in the Fort Kochi community to develop their English skills, build their confidence, and grow their leadership capacity. Women in India face a wide range of social inequalities and many do not have the opportunity to complete their education or enter the workforce because of early marriage and a very conservative family environment. The aim of the Women’s Education project is to work with these women and girls to improve their English ability so those who wish to are in a better position to gain paid employment and secure a better future for themselves. This volunteer project primarily supports women aged 20-60 years old and occasionally younger girls in the community. It is important to understand that the project is open to all women within the community, including those from low and middle-class families, as well as anyone who wants to learn.

Empower, educate, and uplift — join our Women Empowerment Volunteer Program in India and be part of a powerful movement helping women gain confidence, skills, and independence. Through this meaningful volunteer experience with Volunteering Journeys, you’ll work closely with women and girls from underprivileged backgrounds to promote gender equality, education, and self-sufficiency. India is a country of incredible diversity and deep traditions, but many women, especially in rural and low-income urban areas, still face barriers to education, employment, and leadership opportunities. As a women empowerment volunteer in India, you’ll play an important role in helping local women build brighter, independent futures for themselves and their families. By volunteering with Volunteering Journeys, you’ll join initiatives that address these inequalities directly — helping local NGOs and women’s groups create safe spaces where women can learn, grow, and lead. These programs focus on practical skills training, language development, income-generation workshops, and confidence-building activities that empower women to become change-makers in their own communities.