Nature of volunteering opportunities, RACHNA

Location: Garhwal region, Uttarakhand, India



Overview: Research, Advocacy, and Communication in Himalayan Areas (RACHNA) is an independent entrepreneurial non-profit that works for conservation and sustainable development in the mighty Garhwal Himalayas. RACHNA is developing Home in the Himalayas (HITH) — a professionally-managed rural eco-tourism initiative, diversified and innovative green businesses, community based conservation plans and a green constituency for policy advocacy.

Nature of volunteering opportunities
–       Helping with local tours
–       Running workshops on conservation

Good for: Mountain lovers

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