Two months ago, I arrived in France at Toulouse–Blagnac Airport, travelling from New Delhi to begin my Service Civique volunteer mission. This moment marked not just a geographical transition, but the beginning of a deeply enriching human, cultural, and professional journey.
I was warmly welcomed by my tutor, Mme Chantal Desprats, whose kindness and guidance immediately set a positive tone for my mission. The following day, during my first visit to Lycée Agricole Beaulieu – Lavacant, Auch, we discussed my objectives, expectations, and fields of contribution—laying the foundation for a meaningful and structured civic engagement.
These experiences strengthened my skills in technical analysis, report writing, and structured presentations, all within a real educational and institutional framework.
🎓 Key Learning Outcomes
1. Research, Reporting & Communication
Developing comparative technical studies, preparing professional reports, and presenting findings to professors and students significantly enhanced my analytical thinking, documentation quality, and professional communication.
2. Intercultural Living & Adaptability
Vivre et travailler en France has been a powerful learning experience. It taught me discipline, autonomy, adaptability, and resilience, while shaping a broader global and intercultural perspective.
3. Civic Engagement & European Perspective
Participation in civic service exchanges, institutional visits, and educational activities allowed me to better understand European civic values, public education systems, and community-driven sustainability actions.
🤝 Gratitude & Acknowledgements
I would like to express my sincere gratitude to l’Agence du Service Civique and l’Établissement Public Local Agricole d’Auch Beaulieu–Lavacant for this invaluable opportunity.
My respectful thanks to:
M. Vincent Labart, Directeur
M. Abdelkader Guerdane, Directeur adjoint
Mme Chantal Desprats, Professeure de Physique-Chimie-Biochimie et Coordinatrice du réseau indien MAASA / DGER / BRECI for their constant guidance, trust, and support throughout this mission.
As a Civic Service Volunteer at EPL Auch, my responsibilities include:
Organizing and welcoming Indian students in France
Contributing to food technology innovation
Promoting environmental responsibility and sustainable practices
Convaincu que la mobilité internationale et la diversité culturelle sont des leviers essentiels du développement durable, I am committed to building bridges between cultures, knowledge systems, and sustainable solutions.
Thank you so much Prof. Chantal for your kind words and support.
This experience in France has been truly enriching, and your guidance has helped me grow both technically and personally.
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This experience in France has been truly enriching, and your guidance has helped me grow both technically and personally.
Cerise Chevallier (pour l'équipe Moveagri)
Cette expérience avec MoveAgri a été très enrichissante, tant sur le plan professionnel que personnel.