Work with us

Skills Required: Volunteering with Samata is an opportunity to make a difference to the lives of tribal people. 

Staying in the Tribal Villages: Many volunteers describe this as the most enjoyable and rewarding part of their placement. Volunteers stay with local villagers and are fully immersed into village life. Volunteers need to be aware facilities are basic; most villages do not have access to sewage systems or electricity.

Working in the Office: Samata’s headquarters are located in the Banjara Hills, Hyderabad. The office is a large building with a number of rooms having computer facilities access. There is also a dining and reception room, a kitchen and various bathrooms.

Time: A volunteer placement does not need to be restricted by limited time. Samata can accommodate short term placements of 1-3 months, but prefers volunteers to stay for long term placements for over 6 months as this will provide the volunteer an opportunity to work in an adivasi village and to gain a deep understanding of the problems affecting the tribal community.

Funding: Samata does not fund travel to India, however travel whilst working with Samata such as field trips and conference visits will be funded by the organization. Simple accommodation can be provided in the office, but if more luxurious surroundings are required, volunteers can stay inexpensively in one of the nearby guesthouses or hotels. During field visits basic accommodation is provided. Food and drinks are provided throughout the working day.

Hyderabad Office:

Samata

Plot No. 169, Ravi Colony, Tirumalagiri, Secunderabad - 500015, A.P, India

Telefax: +91-40-27992488

Visakhapatnam Office:

Samata 
D.No. 14-40-1, Krishna Vihar, Gokhale Road, Maharanipeta, Visakhapatnam - 530002

Telefax: +91-891-2737662, 2737653