12 Meaningful Ways to Volunteer in India

This was my 4th trip with IVHQ, I have had the most fun and learned so much by volunteering with IVHQ. This year was different for me as I traveled to India instead of Africa, so the culture was completely strange to me. The living conditions for our students was the worst I have ever encounter. But when the children came to school, they all had beautiful smiles and were truly happy to see us. Expand your horizon, take the plunge and contact IVHQ, you will be in good hands. You will not regret your decision to join IVHQ programs.

IVHQ was extremely helpful with figuring out any difficulties I may have had with the application process. The local team was very open to explaining any cultural differences that may have been questioned while at the location. I thoroughly enjoyed staying in the volunteer house! The local team were more than willing to be inclusive and to share their culture!!! The food was absolutely delicious, and there was always enough for everyone, including extra. This program has inspired me to continue working towards my goal of becoming a doctor, especially as I realized how privileged I was to have the opportunity to experience another culture. I am determined to become a doctor, especially as I had been considering changing career paths. Being able to see just how much you can help people when you have knowledge of medicine and the ability to offer it to underserved communities is really encouraging to continue forward. Just go for it! It's not scary, and there are people there to help you and to figure things out every step of the way!

It was great to show my kids a whole different world and prove to them they can do hard things. The local team were great and welcoming hosts. I really felt they cared and were doing everything they could to make our stay pleasant. They get a 10 out of 10 from me! Just do it! There are so many unexpected things to learn and experience. Of my four international volunteering experiences, my favorite part has always been the other volunteers I’ve met and shared the experience with. I have multiple lifelong friendships that began this way. It’s a special self-selecting group of people that sign up for this kind of thing - you should be one of these people, you won’t regret it!