Be A Volunteer

Have you ever ridden an elephant, watched the sun rise from atop a water tower, or danced to a Bollywood beat until your feet were sore? These—and more—are the experiences you can look forward to as a Sangam Volunteer at Sangam World Centre in Pune, India. This amazing opportunity for self-development offers young women the chance to live abroad, gain personal and professional experience, work in a multicultural atmosphere and enjoy the friendship and fun of international Guiding and Scouting.

Sangam Volunteers are responsible for the development and delivery of Sangam’s international events. They run sessions on Indian culture and the latest WAGGGS developments; lead tours around the local neighborhood and Pune’s city centre; contribute to community action work at Sangam’s Community Partner organizations; support the day-to-day running of the World Centre; and, throughout all of these tasks, serve as representatives of Sangam and the Sangam experience to the many international guests who visit Sangam. Essential to the fulfillment of the WAGGGS mission—enabling girls and young women to develop their fullest potential as citizens of the world—Sangam Volunteers come prepared to give service to both the local community and Guides and Scouts from around the world by sharing their skills and expertise.

Application Information

To apply to be a Sangam Volunteer, you must be at least 21 years old and a member of a national Guiding or Scouting organization that belongs to the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts. Applicants are reviewed for Guiding/Scouting involvement, international or cross-cultural experience,  work experience, computer skills, a genuine love for people, sensitivity to others’ needs, flexibility, initiative, a sense of humour and a belief in the basic principles of Guiding/ Scouting.

Sangam offers multiple terms of varying lengths throughout its event season. It provides all Sangam Volunteers with full board, a double room, partial assistance towards travel costs, and a monthly stipend to cover basic expenses while living in India.

To apply, you must fill out the form available here, and specify which terms you would like to be considered for. Send your completed application via post or email to pm@sangamworldcentre.org. Applications also require three references, at least one of which must be written by a person within Guiding or Scouting. The others may be people within Guiding or Scouting, teachers, supervisors, friends, or others who can comment on your skills and attitude. References from family members will not be accepted. Applications, including references, are always due on December 31^st of the year prior to the season for which you are applying (ie: December 31^st 2012 for the 2013/14 season).

Volunteer Term Dates 2013/14 Season

Long Term Monsoon: 3rd June – 31st October 2013 (5 months)

Short Term Monsoon: 3rd June – 14th September 2013 (4 months)

Short Term Autumn: 31st August – 15th December 2013 (4 months)

Long Term Winter: 21st October 2013 – 29th March 2014 (5 months)

Short Term Winter: 18th November 2013 – 29th March 2014 (4 months)