IMPORTANT THINGS TO KEEP IN MIND FOR
MY Retreat
The MY Retreat is going to an amazing opportunity for us to leave the hustle and bustle of
the city and take some time to pause, learn and reflect. In order to do that to the best of
our ability, here are some things to keep in mind while we are on our Retreat.
What is The timbaktu collective?
The Timbaktu Collective is a non-for-profit development
organisation, working with marginalised people in 156 villages, in 7
mandals of drought affected Ananthpur district, Andhra Pradesh.
Please read more about The Timbaktu Collective and the work that they
do before we reach the place so that we are fully prepared to engage with
them. Find more information about them here.
What will we be doing while we are there...
We will be immersing ourselves and learning more about the
different branches of The Timbaktu Collective and the work
that they do. We will also hear from their founders and
managers on what their journey has been like.
In addition to this, we’ll also be a part of LCs that will help us
reflect an our leadership journey and chill in fun Sabhas!
Travel Schedule
Because of the large number of people travelling, please make sure that we
are very cognizant of our own travel and are actively communicating any
roadblocks that arise along the way. Make sure to plan your travels in such a
way that you reach office by 6:30. Please account for rain and traffic and
plan some buffer time.
6:30 am- Assemble in office. (6:30. no way 6:25!!!)
7:00-1:00 pm- Travel +Breakfast
A detailed agenda for all 3 days has been sent to your inboxes!!
Remember that being early is better than being late!
Living arrangements What to do and
We will be living in shared accommodation
what not to do
with a communal setup- please carry your Here are some things that we are going to do
own bedsheets, pillow covers, blankets. and some things we are not going to do while
we are there.
Strength in Numbers
Please don’t venture out alone anywhere
in the campus (especially after dark).
Move like gazelles (in a group :D).
Who are we going
to share our Be the light (or atleast carry one :D)
Please carry your phones or a torch with
space with you at all times. Do not go anywhere in
As we are living in a forest area, we are
the dark, alone or in groups.
going to get the opportunity to become pack well
friends with many different creatures.
Who all can you exoect on your potential Please go through the essential list
friend list. :D being shared by the team and make sure
you’re packing accordingly. Keep
insects, lizards, mosquito repellents, sturdy footwear,
frogs and other umbrella/raincoat, comfortable clothes
wildlife (aligned to the dress code), torch and
any necessary medication and ointments
you may need, chargers and power banks,
extension cords, ID, etc.
All this being said, we are cognizant of the fact that this retreat may give rise to certain
discomforts along the way, it’s designed to do that, but rest assured that your friends and the staff
team will be there at every point to help you with anything that you need (within reasonable
boundaries, ofcourse!). The guidelines are in place for your own awareness and safety. We absolutely
don’t want you to feel blinded at any point during this trip.
Please let us know if you have any questions and we’ll get back to you soonest!!
With all of that said, we are very very excited to go on this retreat with all of you! We have so much
fun and learning in store for you, you won’t even believe it!!! See you all on the 17th morning!!
