Calling All Acupuncture Graduates: Volunteer Opportunity in Gujarat, India – January 2027

The Association of Acupuncture Clinicians (AAC) is proud to support the inspiring work of Acupuncture in Action / World Medicine as preparations begin for their next acupuncture camp in Gujarat, India, taking place in January 2027.

This is a rare and rewarding opportunity for newly qualified acupuncturists to gain hands-on clinical experience while making a meaningful difference in underserved communities.

Over the course of three weeks, volunteers will work within a busy rural clinic serving disadvantaged populations with limited access to healthcare. Participants will be supported by an experienced and compassionate team, offering the chance to develop confidence, clinical independence, and invaluable real-world experience in a uniquely immersive environment.

Programme Details

📍 Gujarat, India
📅 8th–30th January 2027
📌 Interviews: 27th June in Manchester
📌 Mandatory preparation day: 31st October (VTBC)

Successful applicants must be able to commit to the full three-week programme.

While volunteers are responsible for their own travel expenses, the charity provides all clinical supplies and contributes towards required scrubs.

A Transformational Experience

Volunteering with World Medicine is more than simply clinical practice abroad. It is an opportunity to experience healthcare from a completely different perspective — working closely with communities, collaborating within a dedicated clinical team, and seeing first-hand the impact acupuncture can have where access to care is limited.

For many practitioners, these projects become career-defining experiences that deepen both clinical understanding and personal perspective.

If you are ready for a challenge that could shape your practice and broaden your understanding of healthcare, we strongly encourage you to apply.

How to Apply

To download an application form and learn more about the project, visit:

World Medicine

You can also follow their work on Instagram for insight into previous clinics and the communities they support:

@worldmedicineacupuncture

Opportunities for Experienced Practitioners

Experienced acupuncturists are also warmly encouraged to get involved. Whether supporting students and graduates in the field or contributing established clinical expertise, there are opportunities to volunteer on World Medicine projects in both India and Uganda.

Alongside volunteer recruitment, World Medicine is currently seeking donations to help support and expand this important work. Every contribution helps provide accessible healthcare to communities with limited resources.

At AAC, we continue to be inspired by the passion, skill, and compassion practitioners bring to projects like these — and we look forward to seeing the next generation step forward.