gya_knitwearWe are cooperating with the ladies of Gya village to transform their pashmina, sheep and Yak wool into stylish knitted goods that visitors will wish to buy and wear. This 'win-win' situation will bring pleasure to the owners, and generate income for the ladies of Gya and for Druk White Lotus School.

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growing_foodWe built our first greenhouse in 2009 and students from BaSiC Initiative worked with local staff to prepare the ground, import top-soil and start composting.  In 2010, we aim to start growing some of our own food for students and staff.

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Ian Hazard, Construction Coordinator:

Ian Hazard is an Architect from Arup Associates who spent six months with us as a volunteer. Why not find out more about volunteer opportunities in Ladakh?.

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