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HistoryThe Indian phenomenon is something of a myriad composition of art, literature,
architecture, spirituality and food blended in a mix of diversity and tradition. The result is a land where diversity is second nature.
Comprising of 1.2 billion people, India has more than 1652 Languages/Dialects, 330 million Gods, 5 major religions and tens of festivals.
From the Taj Mahal to the Meenakshi Temple the legacies of hundreds of rulers and dynasties stand testament to the immortal history of this land. You can delve into prehistoric caves at Bhimbetka, savour the flavours of Old Delhi at the Paranthe Wali Gali, sit by golden beaches in Goa, stand witness to the majesty of the Royal Bengal Tiger at Corbett, your India experience has endless possibilities.
Those who reach India are greeted with a gracious Namasthe, Namaskaaram, Vanakkam or SatSriAkal denoting warmth, hospitality and respect – a tradition in tune with the country’s age-old motto “Athithi Devo Bhava” where the guest is treated as God.
The official currency of India is INR, denoted by ( ). One USD is equivalent 59 ₹ ₹approximately (subject to change as per market forces). It is pronounced as Rupee in Hindi.
Culture
India is well known for its film industry, which is based in Mumbai and is often referred to as Bollywood. Films are known for their elaborate singing and dancing.
Wheat, Basmati rice and pulses with chana (Bengal gram) are important staples of the Indian diet. The food is rich with curries and spices, including ginger, coriander, cardamom, turmeric, dried hot peppers, and cinnamon, among others.
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Visa RequirementsAIESECers are suggested to take a Business VISA
Make sure to check maximum duration per visit on your VISA with your local embassy.
If you are on a Student, Employment, Research or Missionary visa, you need to register within 14 days of arrival with the Foreigners Regional Registration Office where you will be staying. If the place you are staying at doesn’t have one, you need to register at the local police station.
As soon as you are selected in your project AIESEC in both countries will provide you all the information and documents before you apply for any Visa.
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“Project Footprints”Exchange Participants will be supporting the establishment and enforcement of protection for children, including their rights to association with human identity, the basic needs for food, education, health care and protection of children’s civil rights, and freedom.Exchange Participants will help the underprivileged children by teaching them skills that will enable them to excel in life.
Benefits: Personal Workspace Accommodation Organised Close contact with the Host Local
Committee Chance to impact a students life!
Duration: 6 weeksIssue: Human Rights
Learning Points: Develop practical facilitation skills Explore Indian culture! Meet people from all over the world Working in a multicultural environment Prepare lessons Develop leadership skills
“Project Footprints”- Job Description
Job Description 1 EP’s will work with one of the organisations listed below (partnering organisation) in order to make an impact on a child's life
Job Description 2 EP’s will prepare presentations and deliver sessions to the children. The content of the sessions depends on the organisation the EP is working with. The topics could include: teaching English, teaching Indian Education Curriculum, Cultural Sensitivity, Microsoft Office skills, Art and Dance, Leadership and Personal Development or Career Development
Job Description 3 EP’s will also be involved with the running of the Host Committee in India. They will be able to take on a Committee role for the length of the project . These roles could include Business Development Officer or a role organising Committee events
Measurable Results Expected from the EP
It is expected that after the project, the children will have gained skills that will help them in the future. They will be more motivated to excel in life
“Worldview”The aim of the Worldview Project is to bring different cultures together and improve cultural sensitivity amongst students. The Project also seeks to provide a platform for learning and innovation for students, through education. EP’s will be promoting cultural understanding, diversity and challenging the Worldview of students.
Benefits: Personal Workspace Accommodation Organised Close contact with the Host Local
Committee Chance to impact a students life!
Duration: 6 weeksIssue: Cultural Understanding
Learning Points: Develop practical facilitation skills Explore Indian culture! Meet people from all over the world Working in a multicultural environment Prepare lessons Develop organisational leadership
skills
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“WorldView”- Job DescriptionJob Description 1 EP’s will work with one of the organisations listed below
(partnering organisation) in order to make an impact on a child's lifeJob Description 2 EP’s will prepare presentations and facilitate sessions to children
aged between 5-15 years. The content of the sessions depend s on the organisation the EP is working with. The topics could include: cultural understanding and cultural sensitivity. EP’s will be required to deliver a presentation about their home country including the culture, history, geography, climate, attractions, traditional dances and music etc.
Job Description 3 EP’s will be part of a Global Village where they will set up a stall with items from their home country e.g. costumes, souvenirs, food
Job Description 4 EP’s will also be involved with the running of the Host Committee in India. They will be able to take on a Committee role for the length of the project . These roles could include Business Development Officer or a role organising Committee events
Measurable Results Expected from the EP
It is expected that after the project, the children will have greater cultural awareness and understanding and a better perspective of the world around them
Benefits: Accommodation Free Food We also have a very close contact to our trainees Sim card
Project Conserve is one of the 5 nationalized projects of AIESEC India,which aims to spread awareness about Environmental Conservation and Animal Protection.
Learning points: Development practical skills Possibility to develop language skills Improving network and contacts all
around the world Improving facilitating skills Meeting people from all over the world Working in multicultural environment
skills Change of global perspective being in
contact with a different culture.
Project Conserve- Environment
Job DescriptionDepartment the intern will be working
Development and Planning
Job Description1
Research and Training : The intern will be trained and briefed about the issue of animal cruelty And Environmental Protection in India by various NGOs. The intern will also get to interact with mistreated domestic animals, field visits to different polluted areas.
Job Description2
Awareness Sessions: The intern will conduct workshops & sessions on Animal cruelty and Environmental Protection various institutes and localities.
Job Description3
Activities: The intern will be working in a waste material craft studio for some time. The interns will also help NGOs take care of animals, mostly dogs, helping with shelter work.
Job Description4
Events:Organizing events to sensitize the issue of animal protection and environmental cleanliness,which may include Cleanliness drives,Tree plantation drives,Pet shows for domestic animals,etc
Job Description5
Social Media: The interns will be expected to run a social media campaign to promote a virtual Environmental Protection Campign, including videos, flash mob/freeze mobs, blogs, posters etc.
Job Description6
Blog: The intern will be expected to write a multi-lingual article for the project blog, 1 in his/her native language and other one in English.
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