The word Volunteer comes from the Latin word for “will”. Volunteering therefore connotes the will to do. To do anything that affects the environment that one is a part of-physical, biological and social. Given the socio-politico-ecological context of the era we live in, it becomes every citizen’s duty to volunteer their time and efforts towards various issues. Now is the time to Act, to use the agency and energies we all have-to support a cause, extend solidarity with those who struggle and to assert our voices.
In the words of Mahatma Gandhi “Be the change you want to see in the World”.
Ways to Volunteer
There are many ways in which you can extend your solidarity and act:
• Fundraising: If you belong to a Corporate House or are an Entrepreneur looking to donate a certain sum to the causes that Swechha takes up, then we’d be grateful for your valuable gesture. You can also donate as an individual, or as a group of concerned citizens. Any and all donations are welcome.
• Campaigning: If you are someone with a lot of contacts and wish to extend your energies and acquaintances towards any of our Programs or Events, then we’d be extremely glad for your help. Your energies could be valuable towards building greater visibility for our initiatives, getting more media coverage etc.
• Special Assignments: You could also share your unique skills with us. You could perhaps design some of our publications, help us upgrade our website; bring lots of colour to our T-Shirts and Newsletters etc. You could also perhaps help us plan a big event or Campaign with your Planning and Management skills. Swechha would be indebted.
You can simply fill the form (click here) and mention how you wish to Volunteer with us. Go ahead, ACT NOW.
Intern
Our internship programme provides a unique opportunity to committed individuals to work on one of our programmes and on environment, activism, education and other issues of social relevance for a period of 8 to 12 weeks. During the period of engagement interns would be paid a monthly stipend of 3000 INR. The intern is expected to do one or more of the following:
• Conceptualize and publish “Yamuna Today” – our e-newsletter
• Prepare concept documents.
• Write reports of events and workshops.
• Assist in facilitation during field trips.
• Assist in organizing events.
• Assist in website-related work.
• Actively participate in the discussions and planning meetings of the organization.
The eligibility criterions for internship are:
• The candidate must be in the age group of 18-30 years.
• Must possess excellent writing skills in English.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Should be able to think out-of-the-box and come up with creative ideas.
• Must be able to meet deadlines
Interested candidates are required to send their CVs, along with a 1000-word writing sample and a statement of purpose (maximum 300 words) outlining their areas of interest to:
By Post (Please write “For Internship” on the envelope)
Supriya Singh
Swechha-We for Change Foundation
B-1/46, Third Floor
Malviya Nagar
New Delhi-110017
India
Phone/Fax: 00-91-11-26671758
We accept applications all through the year. Selection is based on availability of positions.
