About
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Headquarters
Bangalore, Karnataka
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Since
2018
Bridge Cultures is a social enterprise with a mission to bridge the gap between needs and skills, and its vision is to contribute to impact tourism in Read more India by providing a fulfilling experience to foreigners interning, volunteering, or travelling in the country. The organisation connects people worldwide with Indian initiatives seeking interns and volunteers. It serves a diverse audience, including students, graduates, young professionals, corporate groups, and travellers looking for meaningful experiences. One significant advantage of choosing Bridge Cultures is the convenience it offers to travellers. It eliminates the hassles of finding accommodation and adapting to local cuisine. The organisation provides comfortable, shared, and affordable living spaces for interns and volunteers from diverse backgrounds. Two options are available: living with a host family for a taste of urban Indian life and a closer connection to local culture, or shared living spaces with like-minded individuals to encourage cultural exchange. Additionally, Bridge Cultures offers assistance with cultural immersion activities, such as heritage walks, city tours, temple visits, treks, festival tours, and leisure trips, tailored to individual interests.
Demographies Served
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Sub Sector
Programs
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Volunteering Programme
Bridge Cultures offers rewarding volunteering opportunities where the volunteer's kindness can make a real difference. It believes that noble intentions should never be tied to a price tag, allowing the volunteers to decide how much they would like to contribute based on their experience with Bridge Cultures. Among the options, one can find roles like the Vocational Unit in Cheshire Homes India Coorg, which involves manufacturing various products and expanding into recycling. There's also the opportunity to contribute to resource mobilization by creating a fundraising platform and building connections with corporate companies and crowdfunding platforms. These volunteering roles are located in Bangalore, with flexible start dates and a duration of 12 weeks, providing a chance to give back and make a meaningful impact.
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Courses & Learning Programme
Bridge Cultures provides a range of courses designed to foster personal development and enhance skills. Its personal development courses cover diverse areas like Yoga, Ayurveda, and music, offering insights that can positively impact one's body, mind, and soul. Additionally, it offers skill-based courses such as social innovation management and leadership, providing a unique perspective to deepen knowledge in specific fields. One notable example is the "Techno-Entrepreneurship in Clean Energy" course in collaboration with IIT Bombay and CEPT University Alumni, which focuses on clean energy and environmental solutions. These courses, based in Ahmedabad, have monthly start dates and varying durations, offering opportunities for both short-term and long-term learning and growth.
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Internship Programme
Bridge Cultures offers a diverse range of internships, each with its unique focus and opportunities for personal and professional growth. These programmes are designed to broaden one's perspective and enhance career prospects. The internship opportunities include positions like Software Developer, Social Media Intern, Editorial Intern, Research Intern with a focus on climate change and soil health, Digital Marketing Intern with a focus on email and social media, and Product Designer. These roles span various areas, from software development to environmental research and design. They are located in Bangalore and have varying start dates and durations, providing flexibility for participants to choose a programme that aligns with their interests and goals.
Leadership Team
Demographics & Structure
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No. of Employees
6-20
M&E
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Internal, External Assessors
No
Policies
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Ethics and Transparency Policies
No
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Formal CEO Oversight & Compensation Policy
No
Political & Religious Declarations
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On Affiliation if any
No
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On Deployment Bias if any
No
Registration Details
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FCRA
Not Available
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CSR Registration Number
Not Available
Location
Other Details
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Type & Sub Type
Non-profit