CACIM Needs interns for two of its programme at the moment
1. The World Social Forum : A Critical Engagement
The programme is aimed at broadening and deepening informed involvement in the WSF process in India, and more broadly in the South Asian region, through critical examination of the procedural depth, methodology, potentialities, and impact of the Forum and the ‘new politics’ it professes and embodies on socio-political movements and processes in the region, through extensive surveys, interviews, and discussions with the main actors in the process.
Detailed research into and documentation of the Forum and other processes (like movements), to understand how open space operates – but guided by an ethic of research where we share our work with those we are ‘working on’. It also aims to introduce to students, activists, and other actors of societal processes, in India and internationally, contemporary thoughts and views on cultures of political practice; and in particular, thoughts generated from critical debate in the South on the world as a whole; with the overall objective of inspiring critical engagement with society and politics.
The activities include the publication of books and reports on the Forum, in Hindi and English and also in other languages such as Bengali, Urdu, and Nepali wherever possible and appropriate, critical debates and discussions around various themes, creating an exhaustive database on the Forum and cultures of politics, and the generation of comprehensive bibliographies and chronologies, and starting a monthly e-newsletter on the publication of materials related to WSF which will serve the important dual purpose of documenting an historical process and opening debate on modes of association and organisation, and through this too on prevalent and potential cultures of politics and movement. We believe these activities can be an important contribution to the ongoing struggles in all these directions – of challenging the many empires that continue to govern our lives in various societies.
2. Political - Cultural Glossary on World Movement
Over the past decade or so, the work of the worldwide alter-globalist movement, scholars and researchers, and media and other cultural initiatives all over the world have in their own ways increasingly challenged the legitimacy of current political and economic institutions. In the course of doing so however, they have also re-defined politics, cultures of politics, and the very language of politics, in many ways. Activists, artists, media-practitioners, and scholars across the world are working, through the articulation of theory and practice, on issues related to cultures of politics and organisation within movements, institutions, and civil and political processes more generally. Broadly speaking, they are working towards constructing more inclusive, horizontal, and culturally sensitive political cultures, practices, and institutions as a means to creating more effective and truly democratic politics.
On the one hand, these ideas and initiatives – constituting and reflecting new and emerging modes of political-cultural activity, and arising out of the objective and subjective realities in which we live and work today - lie at the heart of both contemporary and emerging social and political movements and also of social movement study, across the world. On the other hand, they also arise out of intense dissatisfaction with the nature of dominant existing social and political theory as well as of existing political institutions, most of which have grown out of the social and political ideas and relations characteristic of modernity. The cultural logic and form of networks, as well as concepts such as open space, Empire, multitude, cultures of politics, resistance, and biopower, as well as the pluralisation of many conventional terms (such as knowledges) and the term alter-globalisation itself, are some of the efforts underway to rethink and rework political and cultural-political concepts and practices.
In addition, there are many significant events, ideas, and personalities in history that are today familiar in a general way but little known or understood – but these understandings are crucial for an informed and critical engagement with the world around us.
It is in this context that at CACIM we are trying to build a political-cultural glossary on world movement explaining this new and changing cultural and political vocabulary, and the changing and newly emerging meanings and ideas of the terms being used. It is also an attempt at comprehensively documenting the emerging vocabulary with the aim of explicating it in the world around us at more popular, everyday levels. We hope to be able to facilitate a deeper understanding of politics and of movement, and in particular some deeper comprehension of each of the empires that confront us in our daily lives and attempt to bind us, and to contribute more generally to debate on modes of civil and political association, organisation, and action, and on prevalent and potential cultures of politics. Our attempt is to present multiple perspectives that can help the reader make examined choices oriented towards facilitating a climate and culture of critical reflection, enquiry, and discussion.
Purpose
The purpose of CACIM’s Internship Programme is to offer the opportunity to
Work in an upcoming organization based in New Delhi, India trying to develop a critical understanding of the Movements and Cultures of Politics.
Provide an insight in the various research tools and at the same time learn manage other kinds of data involved in any research work. CACIM is involved in documentation of the resource material for a range of issues and concerns and offer a window to the contemporary social and political issues.
Gain a deeper understanding of movement dynamics, in particular with respect to the World Social Forum Process and movements around Narmada project.
Provide an opportunity to read and gain from a modest collection of books and documents on a range of subjects and issues, and in addition get to know people who visit the place for their research work and various processes and campaigns where CACIM is involved.
Be a part of the institution building team and interact with other team members.
Present outputs in public forums on the web and in print.
Eligibility Requirements
CACIM provides internship opportunities to qualified graduate students with a keen interest in the social movements and socio-economic processes worldwide.
Internship applicants should have -
A Graduate degree in any subject but with an understanding of social issues, development activities, familiarity with the documentation and some knowledge about the Narmada Project and World Social Forum process.
Knowledge of the key sociological, and political terminology, which are related with a Research Project – previous experience in some kind of research / campaign / advocacy work would be good.
Possess good communication skills in Hindi and English (familiarity with Portuguese or other European languages would be appreciated).
Proficiency in the Computers – comfortable with working on web, and good typing speed.
Hardworking, interested in both detail and the larger picture, willingness to learn, methodical, and determined; and –
Pleasant and easy-going in character.
Length of Appointment
Internships can last for a period of two months to one year with a recommended two weeks of initial orientation period.
Location
Interns will be based in CACIM Office in New Delhi, India but will be occasionally required to travel in the city and in the Country.
Remuneration
We encourage the interns to manage their own expenses, because CACIM is still in its forming years and is trying to raise the resources. However, we will provide all possible help in settling down in the city. Hopefully, the rich content of the work itself, and the skills one develops, will be of some reward itself ! The remuneration offered is modest and would cover the travel and food expenses.
For Further Information
Madhuresh Kumar / Jai Sen
CACIM : India Institute for Critical Action - Centre in Movement
A - 3, Defence Colony, New Delhi 110 024
Ph : +91 11 4155 1521 / +91 9818 905 316
E-mail :
Web : www.cacim.net / www.openspaceforum.net
The purpose of CACIM’s Internship Programme is to offer an opportunity to young people to :
Work in an upcoming organisation based in New Delhi, India trying to develop a critical understanding of the Movements and Cultures of Politics.
Provide an insight in the various research tools and at the same time learn manage other kinds of data involved in any research work. CACIM is involved in documentation of the resource material for a range of issues and concerns and offer a window to the contemporary social and political issues.
Gain a deeper understanding of movement dynamics, in particular with respect to the World Social Forum Process and struggles around social justice in the country with a global perspective.
Provide an opportunity to read and gain from a modest collection of books and documents on a range of subjects and issues, and in addition get to know people who visit the place for their research work and various processes and campaigns where CACIM is involved.
Be a part of the institution building team and interact with other team members.
Present outputs in public forums on the web and in print.
Whats required
CACIM provides internship opportunities to qualified graduate students with a keen interest in the social movements and socio-economic processes worldwide.
Internship applicants should have -
A Graduate degree in any subject but with an understanding of social issues, development activities, familiarity with the documentation and some knowledge about the World Social Forum process and different streams of struggles for social justice globally.
Knowledge of the key sociological, and political terminology, which are related with a Research Project – previous experience in some kind of research / campaign / advocacy work would be good.
Possess good communication skills in Hindi and English (familiarity with Portuguese or other European languages would be appreciated).
Proficiency in the Computers – comfortable with working on web, and good typing speed.
Hardworking, interested in both detail and the larger picture, willingness to learn, methodical, and determined; and –
Pleasant and easy-going in character.
How long
Internships can last for a period of two months to one year with a recommended two weeks of initial orientation period.
Where
Interns will be based in CACIM Office in New Delhi, India but will be occasionally required to travel in the city and in the Country.
Whats on offer
We encourage the interns to manage their own expenses, because CACIM is still in its forming years and is trying to raise the resources. However, we will provide all possible help in settling down in the city. Hopefully, the rich content of the work itself, and the skills one develops, will be of some reward itself !
If you want to associate with us then we invite you to respond to this questionnaire either in English or in Hindi, the two languages we can handle at the moment. In case you feel the need to take the help of someone to prepare and present your answers to the questions we ask below, we have no problems with this but only ask that you please let us know that you have done this and give us the details.
How did you hear about CACIM ? Why do you want to intern at CACIM and what are your expectations (please read our website carefully) ? How is the internship related to your studies, career goals etc. ?
How long would you want to stay/work? How many days/hours a week? (non-stop, or holiday during that time?). Is this internship linked with any other institution (university, organisation etc.) ?
What can you bring (and/or share) to CACIM ? (language skills, understanding of social political issues relevant to the project on World Social Forum and social movements, knowledge of website development, FOSS related issues, advocacy, documentation, research, resource mobilisation etc.)
Are you prepared for sustained desk / office work with occasional opportunity for interaction outside in meetings, seminars and discussions beyond the normal working hours as and when required ?
Do you have any special needs at work place ? What kind of logistics help you require from us in order to facilitate your internship with CACIM ?
Any further questions / clarifications ?
Send your application along with your recent CV to cacim AT cacim DOT net Thanks !
For Further Information
Madhuresh Kumar / Jai Sen
CACIM : India Institute for Critical Action - Centre in Movement
A - 3, Defence Colony, New Delhi 110 024
Ph : +91 11 4155 1521
E-mail : cacim AT cacim DOT net
Web : www.cacim.net / www.openspaceforum.net
