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Immerse yourself in authentic Javanese culture by learning traditional dance and gamelan music with local artists. Volunteers will participate in cultural workshops, practice basic dance movements and musical rhythms, and interact with the local community. This is a unique opportunity to experience Indonesia’s rich cultural heritage while enjoying life in a traditional village setting.
15 hours of help per week
Social Media: Maintain and update social media channels.
Teaching Languages: Teaching a language to the host, guests, or local communities.
Music: Perform to entertain guests, children or local communities.
Arts: Help with painting, graffiti, sculpting or drawing.
Amount: US$ 10 Per day
Fee pays for: Benefits for travelers, Materials for volunteer activities, and Donation to project
Description: The USD 10 daily contribution covers your accommodation and meals during your stay. It also helps support the sustainability of our community-based tourism program, which involves local farmers, women’s groups, artisans, cultural performers, homestay hosts, and village guides. Your participation directly contributes to empowering the local community and preserving our cultural heritage. 🌾🪕🎨
2 days off per week
Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
Lunch: You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.
Dinner: You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.
Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Certificate: Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.
Basic Internet Access: Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
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Sanggar Seni Dewi Hanjeli is a community-based cultural group located in Hanjeli Tourism Village. The members are local children and teenagers who learn traditional Javanese arts, including gamelan music and traditional dance. Volunteers will have the opportunity to join cultural practice sessions, interact with local students, learn basic musical rhythms and dance movements, and participate in cultural exchange activities. Through regular practice and collaboration, volunteers may also take part in community performances and cultural events, helping to celebrate and preserve local traditions.
Volunteers will join cultural activities for approximately 2–3 hours per day, 5 days per week.
Main activities may include:
• Learning basic gamelan instruments and traditional Javanese music.
• Participating in traditional dance practice sessions.
• Assisting local children during rehearsals and cultural workshops.
• Engaging in cultural exchange with community members.
• Preparing for cultural performances and village events.
• Supporting documentation and promotion of cultural activities when needed.
Schedules may vary depending on rehearsals, community events, and performance preparations.
Respect local culture, traditions, and community values.
Dress modestly during community activities.
Be respectful toward local families, children, and fellow participants.
