First published in December 2016. Programs, prices and details may have changed since then. See our current programs.
As 2016 drew to a close, there was plenty to look back on. The year had brought new people and new places, and among our friends there were graduations, new jobs and weddings: more good memories than we could count.
With 2017 just ten days away, most of us were busy planning Christmas parties and writing New Year’s resolutions. Before the new year arrived, we looked back at how 2016 had gone for the volunteers who came from around the world to spend time with us in India.
The work they did
Whether they joined our street children program, the disability care program or the women’s empowerment program, volunteers took on the challenge with enthusiasm and shared what they knew in whatever way helped most.
The places they explored
Coming to India and not visiting the Taj Mahal? Unthinkable. Our volunteers saw it, and had a great time exploring the country’s other heritage sites too.
The activities they tried
A volunteer trip is a great way to learn something new, whether it’s a language or a sport. Our volunteers tried all kinds of activities on their travels, and learned plenty from one another.
The tastes they savored
India’s diversity shows in its food, and our volunteers didn’t miss a chance to try it, from momos in the Himalayan region and dal baati churma in Rajasthan to biryani in Lucknow and dosa in South India.
And much more
That wasn’t all. Here are a few more moments from the year.
As these photos show, 2016 was a year to remember for our volunteers. Thinking of following in their footsteps? See our current programs.