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Help in a Traditional Local Craft Village in ChiangMai, thailand

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The experience

A heart-centered community rooted in culture, connection, and creativity
We’re a small social enterprise located in a peaceful village in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Surrounded by Lanna woodcraft artists, local farmers, and families who’ve lived here for generations, our mission is to preserve local traditions while co-creating something new — a space full of artistic expression, cultural exchange, and mindful living. 🌱

What you offer

20 hours of help per week

Arts: Help with painting, graffiti, sculpting or drawing.

Painting & Decorating: Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.

Building & Repairing: Help with a wide range of repairs or building.

Gardening: Help grow plants and cultivate gardens

What you get

3 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.

Discounts on Tours: Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.

Discounts on Accommodation: Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.

Yoga classes: Take free yoga classes at our place.

Language lessons: Take free language classes at our place.

Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.

Basic Internet Access: Basic speed internet for you to work remotely

Requirements

Intermediate English or Fluent English

Between 18 and 50 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

🧡 What We’re About:
Supporting local heritage and crafts
Offering educational programs to Thai kids and hill tribe communities
Hosting community impact trips
Building a communal living space grounded in creativity and simplicity
This is more than a project — it’s a way of life. Volunteers become part of our village rhythm, living slowly, connecting deeply, and contributing meaningfully.
🌾 Volunteer Life:
You’ll live in a traditional Thai wooden house 🌳 with shared gender-separated fan rooms. The house is clean, peaceful, and made with care using local materials. Common areas include a community kitchen, garden space, classroom, and a small yoga sala for gentle practices or quiet moments. 🧘‍♂️
We share meals together daily, cook collectively, and get fresh produce from the market just 5 minutes away. 🥬🍜
Note: Alcohol is not allowed inside the home. Smoking is permitted outside only.

🌻 Who We’re Looking For:
Kind-hearted, self-motivated individuals
Open to simple living and immersed in nature
Willing to be part of a shared daily rhythm and contribute positively
Comfortable with quiet evenings, shared spaces, and thoughtful conversation
If you’re seeking a meaningful experience far from tourist paths — one that invites you to grow, learn, and connect with a loving community — we’d be honored to welcome you into our village. 🧡
Let’s create something beautiful together.

Activities & Shift

💫 Areas Where You Can Help:
📸 Social Media & Storytelling – Capture and share the magic happening here through photos, videos, and content creation
🌱 Gardening & Permaculture – Help nurture our organic garden and learn natural ways to grow food
🧘 Wellness Leadership – Lead simple meditation, yoga, or breathwork sessions for the community
🎨 Art & Building – Use your creativity to design, renovate, and add artistic touches to the space using local materials
📚 English Teaching – Create fun, engaging lessons for local Thai children and hill tribe youth
🕒 Schedule:
Community work: 4 hours/day, 5 days/week (varies by role)
Free time for resting, exploring, connecting, and enjoying village life 🧘‍♀️⛰️

Rules

We offer shared fan rooms, separated by gender, in a simple wooden house surrounded by trees and garden space. It’s not fancy, but it’s clean, peaceful, and built with care from local wooden materials.

You’ll be living alongside other volunteers and local community members, sharing common areas for cooking, relaxing, working, and gathering. There’s also a classroom and a small yoga sala for group sessions or quiet time. The vibe is very down to earth.

Alcohol isn’t allowed inside the house, and smoking is only permitted outside the space. A local food market is just a 5 minute walk away, so it’s easy to stay nourished with fresh, local meals. We have shared kitchen and eat together everyday.

This place is best for people who feel comfortable with simple living and enjoy being close to nature. The village is quiet, with calm mornings and slow, peaceful evenings.