Women Volunteering in Kerala, India

Join and support initiatives aimed at improving opportunities, confidence and independence for women in local communities. Volunteers may help lead workshops on language skills, basic education, vocational training such as sewing or craft-making, small business support, or assist with community outreach. Through mentoring and practical skill development, volunteers contribute to empowering women to build self-reliance and access better economic and social opportunities. This placement is ideal for people passionate about gender equality, social justice and community support. No previous specialised training is required — what matters is empathy, dedication and willingness to help. Volunteers work alongside local colleagues who provide guidance for all activities. Your hosted volunteer experience includes orientation, accommodation in a volunteer house or homestay, two meals daily and continuous support from the local team. Programs begin every Monday and run for flexible durations. Outside your volunteer hours you can explore Kerala’s lush landscapes, coastal towns, backwaters and rich cultural heritage while contributing meaningfully to women’s empowerment and community growth.

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.

The Banyan Impact Fellowship (formerly AIF William J. Clinton Fellowship) is a fully funded 10-months program in India. By facilitating exchange and collaboration between young professionals from India and the U.S., the program aims to shape the next generation of leaders committed to positive and sustainable change and creating a lasting US-India relationship. Fellows serve with civil society organizations in various thematic areas including environment protection, climate justice, public health, education, livelihoods, arts, culture, and more. Fellows receive a stipend, health insurance, language training, mentoring, professional development, international networking and career opportunities. Fellows benefit from in person conferences, and they engage in workshops, reflection exercises, and skill building activities. Apply by February 20, 2024.

Set foot in the culturally rich country of India and contribute to our sustainable community development projects. As a volunteer, assist in the local community of Kerala where you’ll get the chance to get your hands dirty with one of our important community construction projects. Participate in this interdisciplinary course, accredited by universities and colleges around the world. We introduce students to international service-learning and sustainable development, both in theory and practice. Engage in lectures, discussion, research, service, and reflection at home and abroad two weeks prior to your departure and two weeks after returning home. Emphasis will be placed on relating long-term goals with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals and engaging in daily reflection surrounding the experience, which will be led by qualified group facilitators, furthering individual educational development. This course curriculum will be tailored to your academic level or curriculum. The aim of our Service Learning course is to empower you to gain confidence in your knowledge and to provide practical experience in your subject area.