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<div>Namaste dear one,
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<div>We are Lieke and Karan, nice to meet you. We love to introduce ourselves and Adara to you.
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<div><strong>BACKGROUND KARAN &amp; LIEKE</strong>
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<div>Karan (India) and Lieke (Netherlands) met 7 years ago, and found the desire to start a community project. The merging of different cultures shows that we can create a world as one family, where uniqueness is celebrated, but at the same time differences are disappearing. Of course, we've had our own lessons and challenges with this. To raise into this higher love takes time and commitment.
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<div><strong>ABOUT THE PROJECT </strong>
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<div>Adara is a holistic centre with multiple programs that benefit the local community, and beyond.
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<div>The house we use as base for Adara, is where Karan grew up. It is located at the edge of a town (Pauri) 3.5 hours drive from Rishikesh, along the Ganga and into the Himalayan foothills.
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<div>In the Indian mountains, many people seek a better life in the materialistic way. There is a lot of poverty and unemployment, with little chances for youth to develop and be exposed. The focus is on securing basic life standards. This is so understandable and needed. But in such conditions of fear and shortage, <strong>the area lacks inspiration for a simple yet abundant lifestyle</strong>. Where consciousness and joy lead the way. Where things are possible. Where youth gets a chance to learn through experience instead of passive rehearsal.
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<div>At our farmstay (a homestay with a small farm) we accommodate people in a homely way. It is for anyone seeking a genuine and authentic experience. Travellers from India and abroad come to rest, rejuvenate and live in a simple, conscious and sustainable way with us.
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<div>But our project is more than that. The farmstay mostly support us to be (financially) self-sustaining. So that we can run other awareness programs for locals and internationals, and make this world beautiful and bright. Our programs are mainly focused around:<strong> organic farming and eco-diversity </strong>and<strong> alternative education for underprivileged children</strong>. We also aim in near future to serve women, empowering them through job offerings and training, and raising awareness in the local area around waste management.
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<div>We've experienced a lot of benefits from children and volunteers engaging with each other, and would love to continue this. In such a remote area, it is very special that children are exposed to new cultures, people and ideas. They learn how to express themselves and feel confident, while being provided a safe space where they are loved, and where they can play and be themselves. There is a lot of joy in these interactions! The children do need some structure and consistency, and we see the need for 1-2 permanent local teachers.
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<div>The most important thing throughout all activities, is to <strong>embody love</strong> in the ways we are. To inspire people that abundant and simple life is possible for everyone. Adara, as such, is <strong>a model for conscious living.</strong>
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<div><strong>SUPPORT</strong>
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<div>We've been overwhelmed by the amount of people that so far showed up to support. Your trust in us touches, and we are deeply grateful. Thank you. Without you, the local people and 50+ volunteers, we couldn't have reached where we are.
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<div><strong>PHASE I</strong>
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<div>So far, we have:
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<li>renovated 70% of the building, installed running water and electricity
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<li>educated and nurtured 20+ children with alternative education
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<li>supported 50+ families through our programs
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<li>started our homestay with the first 3 rooms
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<li>planted 50+ trees and protected land from overgrazing
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<li>worked with 50+ volunteers from across the world
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<div><strong>PHASE II</strong>
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<div>Now it's time to:
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<li><strong>finish renovation of the homestay</strong>, so that more rooms are available for guests and volunteers. This will financially support other programs.
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<li><strong>build extra toilet and bathroom facilities</strong>
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<li><strong>install a rainwater harvesting system</strong>: vital in this area which knows drought and irregular water supply
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<li><strong>continue the organic farm and eco-diversity</strong>: re-landscape, implement permaculture
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<li><strong>continue the education program </strong>for underprivileged children
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<li><strong>build an education / yoga / meditation hall </strong>for local children &amp; retreat programs
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<li><strong>host volunteers</strong> to support the education and farm programs
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<div>We would love you to become a part of it, in any way possible. Feel welcome to donate, reach out, come and volunteer, or stay with us. Every contribution matters. 
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<div><strong>THANK YOU</strong>
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<div>Thank you for reading and being involved. It means a lot to us that you take time and interest . We ask you to give from your heart an amount that feels good to you. Sharing this message also helps.
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<div>Much love and care,
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<div>Lieke &amp; Karan
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<div><strong>FIND US ON</strong>
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<div>Website: <a href="https://www.adarafarmstay.org" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">www.adarafarmstay.org</a>
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<div>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/adarafarmstay/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/adarafarmstay/" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.instagram.com/adarafarmstay/</a></a>
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<div>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/adarafarmstay" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/adarafarmstay" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.facebook.com/adarafarmstay</a></a>
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<div>Youtube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.youtube.com/</a></a>@adarafarmstay
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<div><strong>VIDEO</strong>
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<div>Click on the video link above to get a good impression of Adara. Or visit our Instagram page (link below).
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