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Goonj Grassroot Fellowship 2024-2025 (Stipend Upto Rs.12,000)

Goonj Grassroot Fellowship 2024-2025 (Stipend Upto Rs.12,000) – Applications now open for Goonj Grassroot Fellowship 2024-2025! Inviting passionate individuals to set out on a year-long journey of community engagement and grassroots development.

The Goonj Grassroot Fellowship is a transformative year-long program that immerses fellows in hands-on community work across diverse regions, both rural and urban. Throughout this year, fellows engage deeply with various communities, gaining a profound understanding of their challenges and realities. This firsthand experience enables fellows to collaboratively develop and implement sustainable solutions that address the specific needs of these communities. By interacting closely with people from different villages and cities, fellows learn to navigate and bridge cultural and socio-economic differences.

This engagement not only broadens their perspectives but also equips them with the skills and knowledge necessary to drive meaningful change. Fellows work alongside community members, fostering a sense of ownership and participation. Through this immersive experience, fellows contribute to Goonj’s mission of creating lasting change and promoting community-driven development.

Eligibity criteria

  • Age  – you ought to be 21 to 40 years by 31st December, 2024
  • Education – we expect you to have graduated by 31st July, 2024
  • Languages known – basic understanding of English / Hindi
  • Adept with technology – basic computer knowledge: Ms Office and other tools

Goonj Grassroot Fellowship 2024-2025 Benefits

Fellows receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 10,000/- if placed in the native district. A stipend of Rs.12,000/– would be given to those who are placed outside their native district.

– Accommodation and food expenses are to be borne by fellows.

– Field travel expenses will be reimbursed on an actual basis.

Selection process

  • Start by filling out the online application form
  • If your application is shortlisted, you will be called for an assessment and the panel interview at the nearest Goonj office
  • Upon selection, you will receive an invitation to join the Goonj Setu Fellowship program

Where will the fellows be placed

Goonj has its operations spread in 27 states & UT’s with implementing areas across geographies. Grassroot Fellows will be placed in their own areas if Goonj has its operations there. In case we do not have operations in the state/area from where fellow is selected then fellow will be placed in one of the urban/rural implementation areas where the Goonj has its operations and fellow is comfortable with the language. Depending on the area he/she is placed in, they will be engaged in the respective implementation work. And will be working from the same location throughout the fellowship.

Goonj Grassroot Fellowship form

For more Information: Visit the website for Goonj Grassroot Fellowship 2024-2025

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