Discover the beauty of South India, Pondicherry and its people

As a BLESS volunteer, you will be able to help our communities in many ways: we cover more than 40 villages, comprising approximately 1000 people in the Cuddalore District, Tamil Nadu. Our programmes focus on community development, women’s empowerment, health, children’s care, education, support for local farmers and fisher folk, micro finance and when needed disaster recovery.

We have been welcoming volunteers for many years: we offer a flexible but well-supported and enriching environment.

From supporting local families as part of the Family Focused Village Development Program (FFVDP), teaching in a school local or helping us with the administration and fundraising for the many the projects that are continually improving the health and quality of life of the poor and powerless people. We would be particularly interested to welcome civil engineers who can support us with our house building projects.

Our volunteers bring different skills and innovative ideas of their own which we welcome. We just ask that you are at least 21 years old, have a good understanding of English and are in good health. Most importantly you must have an open mind and a true and honest desire to help.

During your stay we will provide you a private or shared room in our complex and typical home-made Tamil Nadu delicious food (breakfast, lunch, tea, and dinner). You will be living in a family environment in our small farm, where the BLESS administrative office is located.

We can provide airport pickup, if needed. During your free time (we ask that you commit to supporting us for 5 hours a day, 5 days a week), we can provide you with ideas and support for exploring this beautiful part of India

Check the Workaway page or Worldpackers page opportunities to apply.