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Volunteer Programme at Buda Folklore

Volunteering at BuDa is not just about helping — it’s about belonging.

We believe in community living, where there is no hierarchy — every task, from cooking to documentation, is done together, with respect and humility.

At the heart of it all is a deeper connection:
To the soil, to the seasons, and to the wisdom of local communities who have lived with this land for generations.

From farm activity to  educational programme, community initiatives  to livelihood programs, communication to coordinating there are many ways you can volunteer with us.

Study Tour Volunteers (October–February)

From October to February, BuDa hosts Forest, Sea, and River Route study tours for students aged 12–16. Each journey lasts 1–2 weeks.

Volunteers help with:

    • Supporting student groups

    • Ensuring safety, engagement, and logistics

  • First-timers join with a reference or contribute to basic food costs.
    Returning volunteers may be considered for future roles.
    Arrival one day before the program is required
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Education Mentors (Long-term engagement)

Join us in reimagining education through immersive learning journeys like Live & Learn and Local Rutu.

We invite mentors who:

  • Enjoy working with children and young people

  • Have skills in ecology, art, craft, food, or storytelling

  • Can speak or understand Kannada (preferred)

  • Can stay and contribute over a longer term

Residential Volunteers (Min. stay: 2 weeks)

 

 Stay with us and be part of everyday life. From farm activity to educational programme, community living  to coordinating with everyday living .

Work includes:

  • Seasonal farm and forest activities including planting ,harvesting, de weeding , looking after  forest nursery  etc    
  • Cooking, cleaning, and shared chores
  • Community living, environmental consciousness and self-initiative. 
  • Shramdaan (voluntary physical work) including repair ,building , creating bunds , firewood collecting  etc
  • Assisting  with farm animals
  • communication  & documentation &translation

First-time volunteers contribute a basic food and stay fee. Long-term roles may evolve

 

Virtual Volunteers (Remote support)

Our virtual volunteers may be able to work from home or sometimes be required to stay with us for short durations, depending on the allotted work.

  • Ideal for those who’ve experienced BuDa or understand our work.

    Help with:

    • Translating (Kannada–English preferred)

    • Archiving songs, stories, and oral histories

    • Proposal writing and communication

    • Social media & content creation

Preferred Skills (Not mandatory)

  • Swimming

  • Driving (with license)

  • Cooking in community settings

  • Mentoring

  • Camping and trekking

  • Child engagement and facilitation

  • Documentation (writing, photo, video)

  • Patience, adaptability, and listening

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