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Experience India: Summer 2025 Study Tour

Join us for a unique opportunity to explore India while supporting children's rights from August 1st to August 8th, 2025! Organized by the non-profit organization Free the Children Japan (FTCJ), this week-long study tour allows participants to interact with local communities, engage with NGOs, and witness the impact of educational initiatives firsthand.

About Free the Children Japan

Founded with a mission to support vulnerable children in developing countries, FTCJ collaborates with local NGOs to provide education, build schools, and improve the livelihoods of impoverished families. The organization aims to empower individuals to rise out of poverty through sustainable support and education.

Tentative Itinerary

• - Day 1: Participants will gather at Haneda Airport and take a flight to Kolkata via Delhi.
• - Day 2: Meet with local NGO partners to discuss ongoing challenges facing children in India, including poverty and child labor. Visit a village supported by FTCJ, experiencing firsthand the impact of goat assistance programs for women.
• - Day 3: Engage in meaningful interactions with youths rescued from street situations and child labor, now supported by the CCD (Centre for Communication and Development).
• - Day 4: Visit a local elementary school, where you'll interact with children and learn about their daily lives. A visit to a Hindu temple will also be included.
• - Day 5: Volunteer at a facility established by Mother Teresa, supporting impoverished individuals. We will then board an overnight train to Varanasi.
• - Day 6: Explore Varanasi, known as a sacred site for Hindus and Buddhists alike, including a visit to Sarnath, where the Buddha delivered his first sermon.
• - Day 7: Experience a sunrise boat tour on the Ganges River, followed by a yoga session for relaxation. Finally, travel back to Delhi and depart for home.
• - Day 8: Arrive back at Haneda Airport in the morning.

This program offers an enriching experience filled with cultural exchange and humanitarian learning.

Study Tour Details

• - Cost: ¥395,000 (This covers airfare, lodging in Kolkata and Varanasi, and some meals. Additional costs for travel insurance, visa application fees, airport usage fees, and potential single room supplement apply).
• - Discounts: Register by May 20 for a ¥5,000 early bird discount; groups of two or more can receive a ¥5,000 discount each.
• - Participation Requirements: Open to middle school students and above, with priority given to those under 25. Family participation is welcome, and children under middle school age must attend with a guardian.

Join Us for an Informational Session

Interested in learning more? Attend our online sessions on May 10 from 7 PM to 8 PM or May 28 from 10 AM to 11 AM. Individual consultations will be available after each session. Register at the link below.

How to Apply

Spaces are limited to 17 participants, with a minimum of 10 required for the tour to proceed. The application deadline is June 15, 2025. For full details on the tour, information sessions, and application forms, visit our official site.

Contact Information:
Free the Children Japan
6-6-5-3F, Minami-Karasuyama, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo, 157-0062
Email: info@ftcj.org
Phone: 03-6321-8948 (Weekdays 11:00-16:00)

Join us in making a difference while creating unforgettable memories in India!