Deaf Aid Society Volunteering
Volunteer in India with the Deaf Aid Society and offer great support to the deaf community in India. India is home to a large population (estimated to be 60 million) of hard to hear and deaf children and adults with little resources to further their education. According to deafness.com, illiteracy, discrimination, and unemployment are all serious problems for the deaf community. Underfunded institutions do not always have the resources to invest in advanced hearing aids and other technology available in other countries. Volunteers offer an immense support system, knowledge sharing, as well as lots of hope for the children. Leave UR Mark has hosted deaf volunteers, those who know sign language, or those who simply want to learn more about deaf education and empowerment.
Volunteers can get involved in:
- Teaching English/Sign Language
- Helping at the diagnostic center
- Creating visual based exercises and educational games
- Fundraising and Deaf Awareness Projects
- Sports and games
- Interpreting (only if you have knowledge of ASL or BSL)
- Uplifting children through art and dance
- Teaching basic math or science
- Organizing events such as “Skits” for deaf children
- Assisting in operations of the center as needed
Who volunteers abroad with us?
- Travelers from all over the world who want to make an impactful contribution to India
- Those looking to learn from the deaf world in India
- Those who want to learn about Indian culture through meaningful work
Volunteering abroad is:
- A valuable exchange between volunteers and local communities
- Important for the progress of India
- Much needed for communities that may be neglected
- A good way to experience local cultural life in India
Required:
- 18 and over
- 2 Week minimum commitment
- Proactive
- Flexible with the highs and lows of India
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