CHENNAI: Volunteer for India (VFI) is proud to announce the launch of the seventh cohort of its highly acclaimed Volship Fellowship program, setting a new benchmark as India's most extensive volunteer leadership fellowship. This initiative, which began with VFI and is implemented in collaboration with Bhumi NGO and supported by YuWaah (Generation Unlimited) at UNICEF, continues to revolutionize the volunteer landscape in India.
The Volship Fellowship offers an unparalleled opportunity for dedicated individuals to spearhead social change within their communities. Over a comprehensive 12-week period, fellows will not only design and implement impactful project plans but also mobilize 75 volunteers to address critical social issues in their respective regions. The program is crafted to foster innovative thinking, sustainable solutions, and a deep sense of community engagement.
"The Volship Fellowship is more than just a program; it's a movement to empower our youth to become catalysts for positive change," says Dr. Prahalathan K.K, Co-Founder of Bhumi NGO. "We're excited to see the innovative solutions and lasting impact our fellows will bring to their communities."
Key features of the Volship Fellowship include:
- A fellowship certificate from YuWaah (Generation Unlimited) at UNICEF
- Mentorship by NGO founders and leadership teams
- Social Entrepreneurship 101 certification
- Leadership development to enhance career profiles
Fellows will also benefit from unique opportunities such as networking sessions, collaborative jamming sessions, and hands-on leadership experience. The program covers a wide array of social causes, including education, poverty alleviation, youth development, elderly care, gender equality, human rights, health and well-being, community development, environmental conservation, and animal welfare.
While this is an unpaid fellowship requiring an 8-hour weekly commitment, the benefits are immeasurable. Fellows will gain valuable skills in sustainable strategy creation, influencer branding, fundraising, and social entrepreneurship. Top performers will receive letters of recommendation, opening doors to future opportunities in the social sector.
Applications for Volship Cohort 7 are now open. Interested candidates can apply through the official website: https://go.bhumi.ngo/volshipinmedia.
About Volunteer for India:
Volunteer for India is a pioneering non-profit organization committed to promoting volunteerism and empowering every Indian to contribute to societal well-being. Since its inception, VFI has been dedicated to creating volunteer leaders who drive impactful changes within their communities.
Through initiatives like the Volship Fellowship, VFI aims to foster a culture of volunteerism, nurturing a new generation of leaders equipped to address India's most pressing social challenges. VFI's core values of collaboration, leadership, and community engagement underpin its mission to build a better, more inclusive future for all.
About Bhumi:
Bhumi is a leading Indian non-governmental organisation (NGO) dedicated to promoting education, community welfare, and environmental conservation. Founded in 2006, Bhumi has grown to engage over 30,000 volunteers across 12 cities in India, focusing on causes such as education, the environment, animals, and community welfare.
The organisation's mission is to drive social change by fostering an environment where young adults and children learn, lead, and thrive. Bhumi's values of ownership, collaboration, and nurturing care guide its work, which includes the Ignite program aimed at providing holistic education and sustainable livelihoods for 5,000 children and the Catalyse program focused on making volunteering a national habit and driving sustainable development goals.
