Camvol support

Camvol charges a fee from its volunteers, and offers support and guidance through the period leading up to departure, during placement, and after volunteers return to the UK. For placements in 2008, the fee will be £220.

Why is a fee necessary?

·        Identifying appropriate host organisations and liasing with them is time-consuming and requires resources.

·        The costs of recruiting volunteers, producing relevant materials, phone calls, emails, developing a website, and interviewing volunteers are considerable.

·        There are legal obligations and associated costs related to supporting volunteers.

·        Camvol provides personalised volunteer support before, during and after the placements.

·        Camvol provides detailed information to the volunteers, and arranges an orientation prior to departure.

1.    Detailed information regarding placements in India.

2.    Information about travel grants.

3.    Health information.

4.    Travel advice.

5.    Insurance advice.

6.    Financial and budgetary details.

7.    Orientation day.

8.    Information pack about India.

9.    Logistical support.

10. Arranges accommodation in India (for which volunteers need to pay separately).

11.  Support while at the placement.

12.  Opportunity for post placement feedback.

What do volunteers have to do?

1.    Book their own flights.

2.    Arrange for an Indian visa.

3.    Get appropriate travel and health insurance.

4.    Arrange for vaccinations, and any other health-related issues associated with travel to India.

5.    Sign a disclaimer before departure.