TOPICS COVERED:
1. Tiny Home Designing (optional)
2. Responsible Tourism (Optional)
3. Digital Marketing (Optional)
4. Compliance and Execution (Optional)
5. Financial Planning and wealth creation (Optional)
6. Fundraising (Optional)
7. Sustainable Living (Mandatory)
8. Minimalism (Mandatory)
9. Community Development (Mandatory)
10. Optimum use of AI technology (Mandatory)
11. Communication and Collaboration (Mandatory)
12. How to mitigate modern day challenges (Mandatory)
13. Collective Actions (Mandatory)

FACILITIES & REWARDS:
1) TGG Foundation offers dorm accommodation on a subsidised rate of Rs.300 per bed per night.
2) Bruch at 11AM, tea, coffee and other lite refreshments against volunteering
3) Training Program against work exchange.
4) Letter of recommendation on creating an impact.
5) Certificate of Internship on successful completion of the program.
6) Students who successfully complete the 30-day Career-Readiness Program by developing income-generating skills, demonstrating exceptional performance in fundraising, networking, and coordinating revenue-generating activities with responsibility and accountability will be eligible to access RHM Club to perform collective actions for common good.

MEALS: We follow the OMAD (One Meal A Day) system, serving a wholesome brunch at 11 AM. A community kitchen is available for participants who wish to prepare additional meals. Homegrown tea, coffee, and seasonal fruits are also provided.

Alignment with our mission: Once your application is accepted the initial step towards participating in our Bridging-the-gap program at TGG Foundation is to complete the RHM registration at https://tggfct.org/responsible-human-mission/.

Book your Accommodation: Once an RHM Registration number is received by you, reserve your spot by paying an advance of Rs. 5000 for accommodation. Once your participation is confirmed with an advance deposit, a bed will be reserved for you. Please note that if you choose to cancel, the deposit will be fully forfeited.

Fundraising & Networking: As you know, TGG Foundation is a self-supporting organization that covers its administrative costs through the income generated from various activities. All donations are used exclusively for the intended purpose only. We are currently developing facilities on a land purchased by TGG Foundation. Until these facilities are completed, each participant attending the program will add additional expenses to the foundation. Therefore, every student participating in this program has a moral responsibility to raise funds for the development of the RHM Center which can ensure the foundation to continue providing such facilities to students visiting TGG to participate in various activities. In today’s competitive world, building a strong network for collective action is also crucial. Students must solemnly agree to this sustainable mission when they sign up for this program.

Clarity and Connection: We have dual focus: identifying your inherent talents, interests and equipping you with responsible technology usage for both work and revenue-generating activities. We offer training in exchange for the following roles and responsibilities – 
1) Maintenance work (Physical) 
2) Create, sell and generate revenue (Tangible Contribution) 
3) Website modification, social media, documentary production, promotional activities (Visibility Creation)
4) Fundraising for various projects after creating a good fundraising strategy. (Tangible Contribution) 
5) Collaborations for promoting Bridging-the-gap, Global Citizen Program and Experiential Learning Program (Networking)
6) Participate in the development of RHM Center in the land owned by TGG Foundation, aiming for sustainability and scalability of our programs.
Additionally, we provide volunteering opportunities in community development initiatives by engaging in projects listed under TGG Aid, participate in social media promotion, videography, photography, and vegetable cultivation.
Gain a clear understanding of our Bridging-the-Gap program and distinguish between Work Exchange and Volunteering opportunities by scheduling a Google Meet to discuss your interests and areas of intervention. 

You have the choice between two focused tracks:
Career Readiness – Acquire technical expertise and key skills essential for thriving in the workplace, such as problem-solving, critical thinking, time management, communication, and leadership. Gain hands-on experience that will set you apart in today’s competitive job market.
Eco-Entrepreneurship – Develop the knowledge, skills, and entrepreneurial mindset needed to launch your own eco-venture, from initial ideation to incorporation stages. Receive comprehensive support to turn your sustainable business ideas into reality. As we launch our exciting new program, we invite you to commit at least 90 days of your time.
Take a moment to reflect on your aspirations and interests. Consider how each option aligns with your long-term goals before the Google Meet call.

Online Integration: Students planning to join us are required to complete an online orientation program before arriving. This ensures a smoother transition and reduces the need for extensive assistance upon arrival, facilitating seamless integration into our project.

Items to carry: Other than your personal belongings, items that you need to carry for the onsite volunteering program are, Cloths to wear during field work, Garden Gloves, Mask, Safety Glass, Gumboot, Cap, laptop, essential medicines, etc.

Disclaimer: By filling up the application form and submitting it, I acknowledge and agree to the following:

1. Voluntary Participation: I am volunteering my services to the TGG Foundation of my own free will, without any promise of compensation or employment.
2. Assumption of Risk: I understand that my participation may involve various activities that could pose a risk of injury or harm. I accept and assume all risks associated with my activities.
3. Waiver of Liability: I hereby release and hold harmless the TGG Foundation, its officers, trustees, members, beneficiaries and agents from any and all liability, claims, and demands of whatever kind or nature, either in law or in equity, which arise or may hereafter arise from my activities with the TGG Foundation.
4. Medical Treatment: I will obtain the necessary medical insurance coverage having hospital facilities in Wayanad at my own cost and will protect myself from illness or injuries during my activities and will not expect any monitory support from TGG Foundation.
5. Confidentiality: I agree to respect the confidentiality of any information I may have access to during my activities and will not disclose any such information without proper authorization.
6. Photographic Release: I grant the TGG Foundation the right to use photographic images and videos of me taken during my activities for promotional purposes.

I have read and fully understand this disclaimer, and I voluntarily agree to its terms.

Open-mindedness: When undertaking our training program in a different cultural setting, it is crucial to approach the experience with respect and an open mind. Take the time to familiarize yourself with the customs and culture of the community you will be working with, and be willing to adjust your behavior and communication style accordingly. Embrace new experiences and perspectives, and be open to both learning and sharing.

Leave Ego Outside: Before entering any TGG-created centers, it is requested that you leave your ego outside, as there is no place for it within our spaces. Approach with humility, recognizing the substantial effort invested in creating such opportunities. We extend the same courtesy and respect in return, acknowledging the effort you’ve made to travel and participate in our training program.

Office Activities: During your stay, you will collaborate with various foundation members and remote volunteers to develop and successfully complete your project.

Creative activities: During your work exchange program you will be using various tools and machines to make various products useful for research, development and maintenance activities. You will also be using various technologies that is required to stay ahead in this modern world.

Common Activities: Engage in tasks such as cooking, cleaning, collecting dry leaves, maintaining the vegetable garden, harvesting, watering plants, social media promotions, videography, photography, and more.

Volunteering Activities: Sustainable projects benefitting the community require a creative approach, integrating handholding at every level for people in rural areas. This should be part of your project planning and implementation to ensure ethical income generation for self-sustainability.

Sustainable Project: Create a sustainable project aligned with our rural development goals, submitting a project report detailing short-term and long-term impacts to the Chairman.

Our Practice: Embrace minimalism at the RHM Center, promoting two major meals a day, recycling, upcycling, simple living, a low carbon footprint, resource sharing, and cost-effective travel. Alcohol and smoking are strictly prohibited.

Accommodation: Bridging-the-Gap participants receive shared dorms (twin sharing) with a shared washroom facility located 25 meters from the room at the RHM Center.

Culture Exchange: Hosts at the RHM Center, also founders of TGG, invite those interested in a simple way of life. Daily routines include refreshments at 8 AM, brunch at 11 AM, refreshment at 3pm and 5 PM. Shared cooking is encouraged, fostering informal conversations.
Cooking Facility & Groceries: A community kitchen at the RHM Center provides basic ingredients for Indian meals are available. Additional items can be sourced from a store 3 kilometers away, with delivery available on request at your cost.

Knowledge Exchange: Your enthusiasm, dedication, abilities, and talents will be assessed during your engagement. Opportunities will be provided for exploration and development until you excel in your chosen area. Successful participants become members of the RHM Club.

Safety Responsibility: Visitors are responsible for their safety in Wayanad, a district surrounded by forests and wildlife. Caution is advised when traveling at night, and staying inside between 9:00 PM and 6:00 AM is recommended to ensure safety and minimize wildlife interactions.

Program Termination: While TGG Foundation benefits the community through its projects, participants play a role in social responsibility. If goals diverge from social responsibilities, the bridging program may be terminated, and RHM Registration canceled.

Wayanad is a district enveloped by numerous forests, plantations and wildlife sanctuaries, all welcoming habitats for wildlife. We strongly advise all visitors to remain inside their rooms between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM, as a precautionary measure to ensure your safety and to minimize any potential interactions with wildlife.

Many tourist places are closed on Mondays, so it’s a good idea to plan your visits on your days off. You can find more information at Wayanad Tourism. The nearest bus stop to the RHM Center is ONNEYAR, just 1 km away. You can also take an auto or taxi to get around. The closest train stations are Kozhikode and Mysore, both about 100 kilometers away. The main bus station near the RHM Center is Sulthan Bathery, approximately 18 kilometers away. The nearest airports are Calicut International Airport, Kannur International Airport, and Mysore Airport, all approximately 100 kilometers from Wayanad.

We encourage you to share your experience review with us to ensure continuous improvement and make the experience memorable for all participants.
Spread the word on TGG Foundation with others, if that can help transform the lives of other students who are loinspiring and encouraging them to participate in similar opportunities.

You can apply to any one of our patrons to offer 20 days of accommodation free. However, it is their discretion whether to accept your request or not.