There’s an EdGE for everyone:

Want to join one of our public programs?

Administrator, faculty member, director, or organization looking to create your own online classroom?

Need more information before you dive in? Great. Keep reading to learn how EdGE is shifting the paradigm of online learning.

Good intentions are not enough.

We believe that to be effective agents of social change,
we must understand the reality we seek to transform.

Want more explanation? Perfect.
That’s the whole idea around here.

Read the EdGE Manifesto

How are we raising critical consciousness?

Our unique program features:

But don’t just take our word for it.

Here’s what our students have to say about EdGE:

And check out our Honors & Awards:

The standard EdGE pre-departure course is 12 units long. We begin with reflection on our own intentions and assumptions, and then we examine problematic trends in international volunteering and within the broader landscape of aid and 'development.'

Then we explore inequality from various angles before digging deep into the buzzy concepts of 'culture' and 'community.' Finally, we end on the topic of storytelling. How can you use an international field position as a platform to tell a 'polyvocal' story?

Dedicated One-on-One Mentorship

Capstone Projects

Ethical Global Partnerships

Omprakash is a network of 200 autonomous grassroots social change organizations in 50 countries. We encourage you to complete an EdGE field position with one of our Partners. You can apply to work with them right here on the Omprakash website.

Partners

How can Omprakash EdGE help you?

Volunteers & Interns
Gap Years
Researchers
Higher Ed Fac/Staff
Organizations
Parents

Looking for an opportunity to volunteer or intern abroad, ethically AND affordably? You’re in the right place. You'll find ample opportunities in our diverse network of Partners, and then use EdGE to get the mentorship, training, and support that you need. Already found an opportunity outside the Omprakash network, but looking to deepen your learning and impact? You’re still in the right place! EdGE training and mentorship is a perfect complement to self-directed international experiences.

Authentic educational and logistical support

Volunteers and interns receive personalized support with finding a field position in our network (if desired), dealing with logistics like flights and visas, and grappling with the ethical complexities of trying to ‘serve others’ when crossing significant differences of culture and power. We accept applications on a rolling basis, so join us anytime!

Ethics and affordability go hand in hand

The tuition for the standard EdGE program is $750. There are no additional fees if you choose to work with one of our Partners. Participants are responsible for their own airfare and living expenses while abroad, and our Partners aren't trying to profit off of you (or they wouldn't be Partners!). Most Partners can offer food and accommodations for less than $15 per day. Plus, EdGE students are eligible for the Omprakash Ambassador Travel Grant and can conduct crowdfunding campaigns on the Omprakash platform.

Universities and Organizations that have co-created custom programs with us so far:

Get in touch to learn more about joining EdGE or co-creating your custom program!

Want to join one of our public programs?

Administrator, faculty member, director, or organization looking to create your own online classroom?

Need more information before you dive in? Great. Keep reading to learn how EdGE is shifting the paradigm of online learning.

Good intentions are not enough.

Want more explanation? Perfect. That’s the whole idea around here.

How are we raising critical consciousness?

Our unique program features:

But don’t just take our word for it.

Here’s what our students have to say about EdGE:

And check out our Honors & Awards:

Dedicated One-on-One Mentorship

Capstone Projects

Ethical Global Partnerships

Ethical Global Partnerships

Omprakash is a network of 200 autonomous grassroots social change organizations in 50 countries. We encourage you to complete an EdGE field position with one of our Partners. You can apply to work with them right here on the Omprakash website.

How can Omprakash EdGE help you?

Universities and Organizations that have co-created custom programs with us so far:

Get in touch to learn more about joining EdGE or co-creating your custom program!

Want more explanation? Perfect.
That’s the whole idea around here.