The Prout Research Institute of Venezuela

This 32-page orientation explains the work and living situation of the Prout Research Institute of Venezuela, and offers advice about life in Caracas, Venezuela.

TABLE OF CONTENTS


A. THE PRI-VEN INTERNSHIP PROGRAM...5

Introduction to the Institute......5

Benefits - PRI Venezuela will......5

Welcome by Dada Maheshvarananda......6

Facilities.......7

What is the role of the volunteer intern?......7

Your Photo and Resume for the PRI-Ven Webpage...7

Venezuelan News.....7

The 40-hour work week.......8

Meetings.......8

Working with locals.....8

Learning Spanish.....8

B. LIFE AT QUINTA PROUT......10

Welcome – Norms and Rules of the House...10

General House Schedule .......10

Conduct......11

Coming and Going.....11

Sleeping Arrangements and Rooms.......11

Yoga and Meditation......12

Yoga ......12

Meditation......12

Cleaning Routine.......13

The Office .....13

Clothing......14

Cooking Routine........15

The Kitchen........15

The Garden ........15

Bathrooms .....16

Washing Clothes .......16

Directions to Centro Madre (AMURT) in San Jose de Barlovento...16

Norms for Centro Madre....17

Possible areas of Interest and Assistance...17

Publicity.....17

Academic Discourse......17

Additional Background Information......19

C. LIFE IN CARACAS.....23

Introduction to the City .....23

Geography......23

Political Polarization......23

Passport .....24

Changing Money ......24

Cell Phone .....24

Shopping........25

Exiting the Country........25

Health and Dental......25

Culture Shock.....26

Working Together......27

Visa Renewal and Immigration.....28

Transportation........29

Parks, Gardens and Excursions .....30

Entertainment and Culture.....30

Cafes, Bars and Restaurants.......31

Recommended Reading.....31

Check list for what to bring:......32