Voice for a Sustainable Planet

Sankala On-Ground: Learn, Explore, and Create Impact!

At Sankala Foundation, we believe that real learning happens beyond textbooks and research papers—it happens in the field, where ideas turn into action. Our interns, volunteers, and field assistants don’t just observe; they actively contribute to meaningful projects in wildlife conservation, sustainability, public health, WASH, livelihoods, restoration, and more.

If you’re looking for an exciting opportunity to gain real-world experience, build valuable skills, and make a tangible impact, Sankala is the place for you!

Sankala Internship Programme – Where Passion Meets Purpose

Are you eager to explore the intersection of policy, innovation, and society? The Sankala Internship Programme is designed to provide young changemakers with hands-on experience across diverse domains that shape India’s future. It’s not just an internship—it’s a boot camp for passionate individuals who want to create real change!

 

Guided by national and international experts, our interns gain critical insights, develop essential skills, and get involved in high-impact projects. Our interns, Mr Yash Mishra and Ms Soni Kumari played a key role in curating Silent Conversation: From Margins to the Centre, a tribal art exhibition. From sourcing artwork to engaging with tribal artists across India, they got a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to bring an exhibition to life.

 

nterns at Sankala also contribute to cutting-edge research. Mr Shubham Anand, Mr Akash Papatla and Ms Rashi Srivastava contributed to the developing papers on wash and sustainability and unsustainable crop patterns in the states of Maharashtra and Telangana in p ost-green revolution India.Currently, Ms Kirtika Swami is working on our digital health initiative, helping drive digital solutions for Universal Health Coverage in India. Ms Pooja Devi is involved in undertaking surveys of stakeholders for our women empowerment project.

 

Want to be part of a team that’s shaping the future? Apply now and take the first step toward an exciting career in impact-driven work!


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Sankala Volunteers Programme – Be the Change!

The Sankala Volunteers Programme is a chance to work on campaigns, conferences, exhibitions and other events that create lasting impact.

In the past, our volunteers played a vital role in Silent Conversation: From Margins to the Centre, guiding visitors through the exhibition, explaining tribal art forms, and even accompanying artists to cultural landmarks like Rashtrapati Bhavan and the National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA). A team of 10 energetic volunteers—Ms Rakhi Yadav, Mr Satwatam Das, Ms Kartik Verma, Mr Noaman Khan, Mr Sanskar Pathak, Mr Divyansh Sahu, Mr Krishna Kanhaiya, Ms Muskan Rawat, Mr Chehak Yadav, and Mr Aditya Mani Tripathi—helped create an immersive experience for attendees while learning about India’s rich artistic traditions.

Surveyors & Field Assistants – Take Research Beyond the Classroom!

Love exploring, interacting with communities, and making research count? At Sankala, our field surveyors and assistants are the backbone of our on-ground impact. They ensure that research transforms into action and creates solutions for real-world challenges.

Our field team—including Priyanka Negi, Bhadresh Patel, Rakshat Bonyal, Rashi Nautiyal, Sakshi Sharma, Shika Pandey, Shiny Sharma, Tamanna, Ravina Yadav, and Vivek Kumar—contributed to groundbreaking research projects such as Transforming Livelihoods of Forest Communities in Uttarakhand and Micro-watershed for Sustainable Socio-economic Development in the Himalayas. Through surveys, participatory rural appraisals, and in-depth interviews, they worked closely with rural communities to drive impactful change.

Mr Purvein Lalit, Ms Jyoti Choudhary, and Ms Neha Bhandari are at the forefront of the Aravalli Restoration Project, working to revive degraded landscapes and promote sustainable land-use practices in the Aravalli belt.

If you want to experience research in action and create solutions that matter, this is your chance to be part of something transformative!

Join Us – Your Journey Starts Here!

At Sankala Foundation, we are building a community of passionate individuals eager to learn, contribute, and create impact. Whether you’re an intern, a volunteer, or a field assistant, you’ll gain real-world exposure, develop essential skills, and be part of projects that make a difference.

Are you ready to challenge yourself, explore new horizons, and leave your mark? Join us and be a part of the movement for change!

Researchers in Action

Our researchers actively conduct field visits across multiple states and countries, gathering firsthand data to drive impactful projects. In Uttarakhand, we are studying sustainable livelihood models to understand how local communities adapt to economic and environmental shifts. In Gujarat, our team is documenting the eco-restoration journey of lion habitats, exploring conservation strategies and community participation. Our research in Coimbatore focuses on women’s empowerment at KPR Mills, assessing the integration of education, skill development, and employment. Meanwhile, in Karnataka, we are analyzing digital health interventions and their role in improving healthcare accessibility. The Aravalli eco-restoration project in Haryana is another key initiative, where we are studying biodiversity conservation and sustainable land-use practices. Beyond India, our work extends to Rwanda, where we are supporting research on water supply and irrigation systems to enhance resource efficiency and resilience. Through these on-ground efforts, Sankala ensures that research is not just theoretical but translates into real-world impact, empowering communities and shaping sustainable solutions.
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