On exposure visits to Goonj, I went to foreign states and mingled with people of different cultures. Those days were like a dream for me. I never thought that I would be able to mingle with so many people and make friends. If Goonj had not come, the world would have been limited to my village. Besides, every team member of Goonj sincerely cooperates from the side. Which has brought many changes in my personal life.
‘EXPLORING THE WORLD OF POSSIBILITIES’
About Goonj Grassroot Fellowship
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.
Milestones at Goonj Grassroot Fellowship
The Goonj Way:
Deep Dive into the
Goonj Way, Values
and Ethos
Deeper Community Work:
Deeper understanding of
local issues and work
towards weaving
sustainable solutions
Learning & Workshop:
Honing skills and
dreams for the future
through workshops,
reflections, peer to
peer learning and
proactive action
Discovering the self
through projects :
Self-exploration
Experience in Urban Setup:
Instigating positive civic
participation in
development and climate
action
Cross Learnings:
learning about the
Interconnected and
holistic nature of
issues and action
Eco System exposure:
Engage with and learn
from development sector
leaders working on
innovative ideas on
different issues
Selection Process
- Start by filling out the online application form.
- If your application is shortlisted, you will be invited for a one-day assessment and panel interview at the nearest Goonj office.
- Upon selection, you will receive an invitation to join the Goonj Setu Fellowship program.
Eligibility
- Criteria & application process
- Age – you ought to be 21 to 40 years by 31st December, 2024
- Education – we expect you to have matriculated by 31st July, 2024
- Languages known – basic understanding of English / Hindi
- Adept with technology – basic computer knowledge: Ms Office and other tools
Frequently Ask Questions
- Goonj with its Grassroots Fellowship aims to reach out to this resilient force of youth and create a ground for their nurturing and fine tuning. Our goal is to value what they bring to the world – their inherent understanding of the people, their resilience of working in the toughest circumstances, their hunger to make it a better world for their own families and future.
- 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.
Important Note: Applicants can choose to fill the form in both Hindi and English. In case you are comfortable in any other language, we kindly request you to take the help from anyone who knows Hindi or English to fill the application form.