🌺 Bali & Lombok: Research Program – Cultural Governance

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La experiencia

This program welcomes undergraduate, master’s, and PhD students to work with cultural researchers in Bali & Lombok, exploring how Indonesian socio-cultural traits shape sustainable tourism governance. Volunteers assist in “The Cultural Logic of Governance” project through field data collection, surveys, and cultural observation, while living with local families for immersive insights and contributing to culturally intelligent solutions.


Que ofreces?

18 horas de ayuda por semana

Trabajo Social: Ayuda como voluntario en proyectos locales y comunidades.

Cuota extra requerida

Valor: US$ 75 Por dia

CuantĂ­a destinada a: Beneficios para los voluntarios, Materiales para las actividades de los voluntarios y Donaciones al proyecto

DescripciĂłn: Your $75/day contribution includes a private furnished room, three daily meals, scooter, and all program materials.


Lo que obtienes

3 dias libres por semana

Habitación privada: Tendrás una cama en un cuarto privado. Sí, un cuarto solo para ti.

Desayuno: Tienes derecho a desayunos gratis cada dĂ­a de tu estadĂ­a.

Almuerzo: Tienes derecho a almuerzos gratis cada dĂ­a de tu estadĂ­a.

Cena: Tienes derecho a cenas gratis cada dĂ­a de tu estadĂ­a.

Bicicletas a tu disposiciĂłn: Puedes usar nuestras bicicletas cuando quieras.

Traslado: Te buscaremos cuando llegues y te llevamos a nuestro lugar.

Utilice nuestra cocina equipada: Siéntete libre de usar nuestra cocina y preparar tu comida deliciosa.

Internet Básica: Internet de velocidad básica para trabajar remotamente


Requisitos

Inglés Intermedio o Francés Intermedio

Entre 18 y 35 años

Admite voluntarios solos (no admite parejas o dĂşos)

Eres afuera de Indonesia

Pasaporte de la UniĂłn Europea

Visado o ciudadanĂ­a de Estados Unidos

Seguro de viaje


Lo que no está incluído

Vuelos, Seguro de Viaje, Transporte Interno y Visa


Programa detallado

This program offers a unique opportunity for undergraduate, master’s, and PhD students to engage directly with cultural researchers in Bali and Lombok, Indonesia. Participants will explore the intricate ways in which Indonesian socio-cultural values influence the governance and development of sustainable tourism. By joining the research project, “The Cultural Logic of Governance,” volunteers will play an active role in advancing our understanding of local cultural dynamics and their impact on tourism management. Responsibilities include assisting with field data collection, distributing and analyzing questionnaires, and observing cultural practices in settings such as villages, tourism hubs, and community meetings.

Volunteers will live with local families, immersing themselves in the rhythms of daily Balinese and Sasak life. This experience provides a rare opportunity to witness firsthand how principles such as collectivism, hierarchical social structures, and conflict avoidance shape interpersonal interactions, decision-making processes, and community governance. Through this close engagement, participants will not only gain deep cultural insights but also contribute meaningfully to academic research aimed at developing culturally intelligent and sustainable approaches to tourism planning and governance.

By the end of the program, volunteers will emerge with a richer understanding of how culture informs governance, enhanced cross-cultural communication skills, and a tangible contribution to the development of sustainable tourism strategies that are both effective and culturally sensitive. This immersive experience is ideal for students interested in anthropology, sociology, tourism studies, and development research who wish to combine fieldwork with applied research.


Actividades & Turnos

Daily Activities (flexible by project site):

08:00–09:00 – Breakfast & daily briefing with cultural researchers.
09:00–12:00 – Fieldwork (survey assistance, note-taking, observing community or tourism governance activities).
12:00–13:30 – Lunch with host family or research team.
13:30–16:00 – Supporting workshops, interviews, or literature/data reviews.
16:00–18:00 – Free time (journaling, academic reflection, cultural immersion such as gamelan lessons or temple visits).
Evening – Dinner & discussion with researchers or community leaders.


Reglas

Respect loca customs, religion, and ceremonial spaces.
Participation in orientation (culture & research ethics) is mandatory.
Be punctual and committed to research schedules.
Dress modestly in villages, temples, and cultural ceremonies.
Research findings or reflections must be shared ethically with the research team.
No drugs or alcohol in homestays or research settings.