Deaf Education Volunteering in India

Volunteer in India with the Deaf Aid Society and work with the deaf community through education in India. India is home to a large population (estimated to be 60 million) of hard of hearing and deaf children and adults with limited 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. We have hosted international volunteers who want to add support to the teachers and staff at the Deaf Aid Society and 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

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 ecosystem 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

An awesome way to spend your gap year

Required:

18 and over

2 Week minimum commitment

Proactive

Flexible with the highs and lows of India