Whoever you are, whether you’re a teacher, parent, or young person wanting to make a change, volunteering in an orphanage is a perfect opportunity to make a positive impact on somebody else’s life. Definition of an orphan An orphan is…

Definition of street children A street child is a child of any gender who is still a minor and who considers the streets (this includes wastelands and abandoned homes) their place of residence. Street children usually live alone and are…

All of us keep a perception about the culture, people, places, food etc. of a country. India, however, is an epitome for that. Snake Charmers, magicians, Saffron clad Saadhus, Spicy food and what not! For India, stereotypes does not really…

Last year I was lucky enough to take part in an eye opening, heart melting journey.  I was welcomed with open arms and hearts into the “Street to School” Program through Volunteering India. The program aims to provide working street…

“There are some parts of the world that, once visited, get into your heart and won’t go. For me, India is such a place. When I first visited, I was stunned by the richness of the land, by its lush…