500 Projets Trouvés
YOICHI
- Long terme 6-12 mois
- ENVI
- MANU
- NICE-25L-YC08
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
Remarque
Study theme - Theory and various practices of the sustainable living style Participation fee - 18,000 JPY (108 EUR by the rate on 2024 Nov. 3rd) per month till the 3rd month and 9,000 JPY per month from the 4th month of NICE Volunteers fee need to be paid in advance either by Card or PayPal. This is used for the project preparation and coordination such as the transportation of the camp leaders while the meals and the accommodation are provided by the local host by free. Odd days are counted as one month (e.g., 170 days are counted as 6 months). Other - The first and last 2 days are On Arrival and Evaluation Seminars in Yokohama. HEPP website=http://ecovillage.greenwebs.net/english.html
- Code : NICE-25L-YC08
- Dispo : 1M / 1F
- Langue du Projet : ENG
- Age : 18 - 99
PARTENAIRE
This project is actively working for SDG2 (Zero Hunger) and SDGS15 (Life on Land), organized together with Hokkaido Eco-village Promotion Project (HEPP) since 2015. They started to promote sustainability of our lifestyle and community, to create better environmental and social model for next generation in Hokkaido since 2012. They want to produce necessities that are needed for our daily life (foods, energy, etc.) by themselves as much as they can, and want to share them to the local area. They provide various chances to learn comprehensive skill and knowledge about sustainable development by organizing training programs and events for the local adults and kids. They also aim at connecting urban area and rural area, producers and consumers and to contribute local revitalization. They restarted to welcome the international volunteers from 2022 summer and 2 vols. from UK did nice job for one monthOutcome of this project: In 2024, 6 vols. from UK greatly contributed to their farming and other activities as well as the mental empowerment of the host
TRAVAIL
Volunteers will work for around 36 hours a week (08:00-11:00/ 13:30-16:30) with one day off mainly to 1) do organic farming such as growing seedlings, seeding, weeding, thinning, harvesting, etc. or clear the snow in the winter, 2) help the vineyard and food production of wine, vegetables and fruits, 3) help the farm nearby, 4) Help to prepare and run the local events and promote HEPP through SNS, 5) maintain the facilities to make comfortable environment for the visitors including maintenance of eco toilets and weeding, 5) cook the meals for the visitors and staff, etc.
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
Shared room in the main house or a container house (male and female are separated). Cooking with the local and members by turn, vegetarian food is possible. There is limited wifi.
SITUATION
Located next to the city of Otaru, Yoichi is a place where one can fully enjoy Hokkaido tourism, from history and nature tourism to fruit fields and fresh seafood. There is the famous Nikka Whiskey factory. Other activities – Joining the local festivals, exchange with local people, short trip (hot springs, famous places)
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
Motivation letter is needed. Good level of speaking for the daily conversations of English or Japanese is needed. Skills of driving a car (valid in Japan), maintenance of the agricultural machines, experience of work in the tourism/ hotels are not needed, but useful Having work experience is desirable. Strong physical health, open mind to actively exchange with others, good cooking skills, PC skills and loving team work/ collective life are also welcomed Language – English. The local host can speak English fluently. Japanese is also welcomed
SHINTOKU
- Long terme 6-12 mois
- ENVI
- CONS
- AGRI
- NICE-25L-ST08
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
Remarque
Study theme - Learn about organic farming, taking care of animals such as cows, chickens. Learn a group work with various types of people. Participation fee - 18,000 JPY (108 EUR by the rate on 2024 Nov. 3rd) per month till the 3rd month and 9,000 JPY per month from the 4th month of NICE Volunteers fee need to be paid in advance either by Card or PayPal. This is used for the project preparation and coordination such as the transportation of the camp leaders while the meals and the accommodation are provided by the local host by free. Odd days are counted as one month (e.g., 170 days are counted as 6 months). Other - The first and last 2 days are On Arrival and Evaluation Seminars in Yokohama. Shintoku Farm website=https://www.kyodogakusha.org/ (only in Japanese)
- Code : NICE-25L-ST08
- Dispo : 1M / 1F
- Langue du Projet : ENG
- Age : 18 - 99
PARTENAIRE
This project is actively working for SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) and SDGs 10 (Reduced Inequalities), organized together with Kyodo Gakusha (since 1998 here), a cooperative community where people with various backgrounds such as mentally disadvantaged, people who are tired of city life, who want to learn farming, who want to live in the nature, etc. They have 5 communities in Japan incl. Shintoku and grow animals and vegetables in an ecological, organic way. At Shintoku farm in Hokkaido, they grow cows, pigs, vegetables with utilizing bacterium and produce various types of milk products as well as running the cafe (soft cream and cakes are so yummy) which is a popular spot for the local people and tourists. Their cheese got the best prize in the World contest for the mountain cheese The project has been revived this year since 2019.Outcome of this project: So many vols. have joined this community and greatly contributed both physically and mentally. There is even a case to marry one of the community members:) Please see the long term goal of this project as Local SDGs at https://www.slideshare.net/nice-workcamp/n0-68540773 (only Japanese for the moment, but you can at least enjoy the pictures)
TRAVAIL
Volunteers will, together with the community members, mainly do 1) Agricultural work (planting, weeding, cultivating and harvesting of the organic vegetables, taking care of animals, cleaning the animal houses, etc.), 2) House work (cooking and cleanings) and possibly 3) Assisting the cheese production, running the cafeteria, handcrafts and textiles. Be ready to do what will be needed
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
Share the rooms in the facility which the community members live in. Cooking with the members by turn (Vegetarian is possible if it s prepared by volunteer self). Wifi is available.
SITUATION
Shintoku town is an agricultural country side with big scale of nature and farms, at the foot of Mt. Milk and located in the center of Hokkaido island, near Obihiro and 120 km east of Sapporo. -20 degree in winter and 20 in summer. Other activities – Monthly birthday parties. Sightseeing (hot springs, famous places in this area).
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
Only female Motivation letter is needed. Interest and motivation to work and live in this type of community. Respect to their life. Some levels of Japanese speaking skills as well as high motivation to learn and speak Japanese language is needed. Skills of agriculture or construction can be useful Language – English and Japanese. Not many members can speak basic English (while the leader of the farm can speak very fluently), so you will communicate with them in mixing simple English and Japanese.
AIZU WAKAMATSU
- Moyen terme 3-6 mois
- SOCI
- NICE-25L-AI05
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
Remarque
Study theme - Volunteers will get knowledge of alternative school, children s social participation, child poverty in Japan. Participation fee - 18,000 JPY (108 EUR by the rate on 2024 Nov. 3rd) per month till the 3rd month and 9,000 JPY per month from the 4th month of NICE Volunteers fee need to be paid in advance either by Card or PayPal. This is used for the project preparation and coordination such as the transportation of the camp leaders while the meals and the accommodation are provided by the local host by free. Odd days are counted as one month (e.g., 170 days are counted as 6 months). Other - The first and last 2 days are On Arrival and Evaluation Seminars in Yokohama.
- Code : NICE-25L-AI05
- Dispo : 1M / 1F
- Langue du Projet : JAP
- Age : 18 - 99
PARTENAIRE
This project is actively working for SDGs 1 (no poverty) and SDGs 4 (Quality Education), organized together with a local NPO, Terakoya Hojosha since 2008 that aims to create a diverse learning environment that places children at the center and aims to promote children s participation in society. Their mission is to support Children s participation in society and create a happy future for children. A characteristic of the learning at Terakoya Hojosya is that it attends to children s interests. The aim to create a happy future with children, each and every one of whom is important. In their all projects, it is importance on approving and affirming children and fostering a sense of self-affirmation, which is the children s energy, through their connections with others.
TRAVAIL
1) Supporting children s activities at affiliated kindergartens. 2) Learning support and cooking assistance at the Kodomo shokudo(The place where kids can eat for free or at a low cost with other people.). Specifically, homework and subject learning is provided to about 15 primary and junior high school students. They also assist in cooking dinner together with the staff. 3) Supporting for nature activities for kids(playing outside, cooking meals, preparing activities, etc.). Especially on weekends and during long holidays.
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
Shared rooms in accommodation owned by the organization. It is different place with activity place. Men and women separated room. Cooking by yourself. Staffs also stay at the facility. No wifi in the accommodation (but there is wifi in activity place).
SITUATION
Aizu Wakamatsu city is called Samurai city. It is located in the eastern part of the Aizu region of Fukushima prefecture. It is the central city of Aizu region, surrounded by rich nature, including Mt. Bandai and Lake Inawashiro and blessed with natural scenery. The organization is located in an area with an atmosphere of Taisho era Romanticism. Winter season (Dec.-Mar.) is quite cold, so vols. need to bring warm cloths. Other activities – Join the local events, many opportunities to learn the local wisdom, etc. Sightseeing, short trip (hot springs, castle, famous places here).
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
Motivation letter is needed Volunteers need to have some Japanese speaking skill (manage to have basic daily conversation), respect to the local culture and way of the local organization, positive attitude to communicate with children, being Interested alternative school, children s social patriation and child poverty, high motivation to work hard, open mind, cooperation with others. Language – Japanese
AIZU WAKAMATSU
- Moyen terme 3-6 mois
- SOCI
- NICE-25L-AI06
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
Remarque
Study theme - Volunteers will get knowledge of alternative school, children s social participation, child poverty in Japan. Participation fee - 18,000 JPY (108 EUR by the rate on 2024 Nov. 3rd) per month till the 3rd month and 9,000 JPY per month from the 4th month of NICE Volunteers fee need to be paid in advance either by Card or PayPal. This is used for the project preparation and coordination such as the transportation of the camp leaders while the meals and the accommodation are provided by the local host by free. Odd days are counted as one month (e.g., 170 days are counted as 6 months). Other - The first and last 2 days are On Arrival and Evaluation Seminars in Yokohama.
- Code : NICE-25L-AI06
- Dispo : 1M / 1F
- Langue du Projet : JAP
- Age : 18 - 99
PARTENAIRE
This project is actively working for SDGs 1 (no poverty) and SDGs 4 (Quality Education), organized together with a local NPO, Terakoya Hojosha since 2008 that aims to create a diverse learning environment that places children at the center and aims to promote children s participation in society. Their mission is to support Children s participation in society and create a happy future for children. A characteristic of the learning at Terakoya Hojosya is that it attends to children s interests. The aim to create a happy future with children, each and every one of whom is important. In their all projects, it is importance on approving and affirming children and fostering a sense of self-affirmation, which is the children s energy, through their connections with others.
TRAVAIL
1) Supporting children s activities at affiliated kindergartens. 2) Learning support and cooking assistance at the Kodomo shokudo(The place where kids can eat for free or at a low cost with other people.). Specifically, homework and subject learning is provided to about 15 primary and junior high school students. They also assist in cooking dinner together with the staff. 3) Supporting for nature activities for kids(playing outside, cooking meals, preparing activities, etc.). Especially on weekends and during long holidays.
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
Shared rooms in accommodation owned by the organization. It is different place with activity place. Men and women separated room. Cooking by yourself. Staffs also stay at the facility. No wifi in the accommodation (but there is wifi in activity place).
SITUATION
Aizu Wakamatsu city is called Samurai city. It is located in the eastern part of the Aizu region of Fukushima prefecture. It is the central city of Aizu region, surrounded by rich nature, including Mt. Bandai and Lake Inawashiro and blessed with natural scenery. The organization is located in an area with an atmosphere of Taisho era Romanticism. Winter season (Dec.-Mar.) is quite cold, so vols. need to bring warm cloths. Other activities – Join the local events, many opportunities to learn the local wisdom, etc. Sightseeing, short trip (hot springs, castle, famous places here).
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
Motivation letter is needed Volunteers need to have some Japanese speaking skill (manage to have basic daily conversation), respect to the local culture and way of the local organization, positive attitude to communicate with children, being Interested alternative school, children s social patriation and child poverty, high motivation to work hard, open mind, cooperation with others. Language – Japanese
HAKODATE
- Moyen terme 3-6 mois
- SOCI
- AGRI
- NICE-25L-HK01
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
Remarque
Study theme - Volunteers will mainly 1) Support the life and the language of the foreign residents and students, 2) Do the agricultural work and also assist the families coming to the citizen farm run by HIF) and possibly 3) Search for the community challenges and the way to solve them as well as helping other projects of HIF, cleaning Onuma lake and assisting the local festivals. Participation fee - The nearest airport is Hakopdate for domestic and Sapporo (CTS) for international flights. Volunteers usually fly from Tokyo to Hakodate. They need to join On Arrival and Evaluation Seminars in Yokohama, so firstly should arrive at Tokyo airport (NRT or HND) by 08:00 on the starting day and can leave Tokyo airport after 18:00 on the ending day. Other - 18,000 JPY (108 EUR by the rate on 2024 Nov. 3rd) per month till the 3rd month and 9,000 JPY per month from the 4th month of NICE Volunteers fee need to be paid in advance either by Card or PayPal. This is used for the project preparation an
- Code : NICE-25L-HK01
- Dispo : 1M / 2F
- Langue du Projet : ENG
- Age : 18 - 99
PARTENAIRE
Hakodate
TRAVAIL
Workcamp type of LMTV Let s empower the foreigners living in Japan and the citizen farm in the beautiful Hokkaido land with various tasty food
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
This project is actively working for SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) and SDGs 10 (Reduced Inequalities), organized together with HIF=Hokkaido International Foundation (since 2022 here). HIF was founded in 1984 and has developed various types of projects such as 1) Children s cafeteria to support economically disadvantaged children, 2) Events and seminars to promote SDGs and international cooperation, 3) Citizen farm, etc. in addition to 4) the international exchange programs such as homestay. Thus, the director has hosted the international workcamps from 2004 to 2019 in Onuma to protect the lake and to activate the local community. Many of the foreigners living in Japan are having various types of difficulties (isolation, poor access to the information and service, etc.). We believe, the inclusive society makes not only them, but also everybody happier And the agriculture in Japan is facing to the serious crisis of the lack of working power (average age of the farmers is 68). Outcome of this project: 3 vols. joined the 6 months workcamp in 2022 that has greatly supported the family immigrated from Afghanistan.
SITUATION
Various opportunities to see, exchange and learn:) Other activities – The house rent for the volunteers. Volunteers will share the rooms and cook the meals by turn (Vegetarian is possible if it s prepared by volunteer self). Wifi is available. No smoking.
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
Hakodate city is one of the most popular tourist spots in Hokkaido and Japan with the romantic night view, morning market to taste the sea food, historical sites such as Goryokaku. It is also the economic capital of the southern part of Hokkaido while it is also having a serious depopulation issue. Language – Strong motivation to work with the foreigners and in the farm. Respect to the local and international ways and cultures. Good level of English speaking skills as well as strong motivation to learn and speak Japanese language is needed. Skills of teaching Japanese and agriculture can be useful
AIZU WAKAMATSU
- Long terme 6-12 mois
- SOCI
- NICE-25L-AI07
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
Remarque
Study theme - Volunteers will get knowledge of alternative school, children s social participation, child poverty in Japan. Participation fee - 18,000 JPY (108 EUR by the rate on 2024 Nov. 3rd) per month till the 3rd month and 9,000 JPY per month from the 4th month of NICE Volunteers fee need to be paid in advance either by Card or PayPal. This is used for the project preparation and coordination such as the transportation of the camp leaders while the meals and the accommodation are provided by the local host by free. Odd days are counted as one month (e.g., 170 days are counted as 6 months). Other - The first and last 2 days are On Arrival and Evaluation Seminars in Yokohama.
- Code : NICE-25L-AI07
- Dispo : 1M / 1F
- Langue du Projet : JAP
- Age : 18 - 99
PARTENAIRE
This project is actively working for SDGs 1 (no poverty) and SDGs 4 (Quality Education), organized together with a local NPO, Terakoya Hojosha since 2008 that aims to create a diverse learning environment that places children at the center and aims to promote children s participation in society. Their mission is to support Children s participation in society and create a happy future for children. A characteristic of the learning at Terakoya Hojosya is that it attends to children s interests. The aim to create a happy future with children, each and every one of whom is important. In their all projects, it is importance on approving and affirming children and fostering a sense of self-affirmation, which is the children s energy, through their connections with others.
TRAVAIL
1) Supporting children s activities at affiliated kindergartens. 2) Learning support and cooking assistance at the Kodomo shokudo(The place where kids can eat for free or at a low cost with other people.). Specifically, homework and subject learning is provided to about 15 primary and junior high school students. They also assist in cooking dinner together with the staff. 3) Supporting for nature activities for kids(playing outside, cooking meals, preparing activities, etc.). Especially on weekends and during long holidays.
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
Shared rooms in accommodation owned by the organization. It is different place with activity place. Men and women separated room. Cooking by yourself. Staffs also stay at the facility. No wifi in the accommodation (but there is wifi in activity place).
SITUATION
Aizu Wakamatsu city is called Samurai city. It is located in the eastern part of the Aizu region of Fukushima prefecture. It is the central city of Aizu region, surrounded by rich nature, including Mt. Bandai and Lake Inawashiro and blessed with natural scenery. The organization is located in an area with an atmosphere of Taisho era Romanticism. Winter season (Dec.-Mar.) is quite cold, so vols. need to bring warm cloths. Other activities – Join the local events, many opportunities to learn the local wisdom, etc. Sightseeing, short trip (hot springs, castle, famous places here).
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
Motivation letter is needed Volunteers need to have some Japanese speaking skill (manage to have basic daily conversation), respect to the local culture and way of the local organization, positive attitude to communicate with children, being Interested alternative school, children s social patriation and child poverty, high motivation to work hard, open mind, cooperation with others. Language – Japanese
HAKODATE
- Moyen terme 3-6 mois
- SOCI
- AGRI
- NICE-25L-HK02
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
Remarque
Study theme - Volunteers will mainly 1) Support the life and the language of the foreign residents and students, 2) Do the agricultural work and also assist the families coming to the citizen farm run by HIF) and possibly 3) Search for the community challenges and the way to solve them as well as helping other projects of HIF, cleaning Onuma lake and assisting the local festivals. Participation fee - The nearest airport is Hakopdate for domestic and Sapporo (CTS) for international flights. Volunteers usually fly from Tokyo to Hakodate. They need to join On Arrival and Evaluation Seminars in Yokohama, so firstly should arrive at Tokyo airport (NRT or HND) by 08:00 on the starting day and can leave Tokyo airport after 18:00 on the ending day. Other - 18,000 JPY (108 EUR by the rate on 2024 Nov. 3rd) per month till the 3rd month and 9,000 JPY per month from the 4th month of NICE Volunteers fee need to be paid in advance either by Card or PayPal. This is used for the project preparation an
- Code : NICE-25L-HK02
- Dispo : 1M / 2F
- Langue du Projet : ENG
- Age : 18 - 99
PARTENAIRE
Hakodate
TRAVAIL
Workcamp type of LMTV Let s empower the foreigners living in Japan and the citizen farm in the beautiful Hokkaido land with various tasty food
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
This project is actively working for SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) and SDGs 10 (Reduced Inequalities), organized together with HIF=Hokkaido International Foundation (since 2022 here). HIF was founded in 1984 and has developed various types of projects such as 1) Children s cafeteria to support economically disadvantaged children, 2) Events and seminars to promote SDGs and international cooperation, 3) Citizen farm, etc. in addition to 4) the international exchange programs such as homestay. Thus, the director has hosted the international workcamps from 2004 to 2019 in Onuma to protect the lake and to activate the local community. Many of the foreigners living in Japan are having various types of difficulties (isolation, poor access to the information and service, etc.). We believe, the inclusive society makes not only them, but also everybody happier And the agriculture in Japan is facing to the serious crisis of the lack of working power (average age of the farmers is 68). Outcome of this project: 3 vols. joined the 6 months workcamp in 2022 that has greatly supported the family immigrated from Afghanistan.
SITUATION
Various opportunities to see, exchange and learn:) Other activities – The house rent for the volunteers. Volunteers will share the rooms and cook the meals by turn (Vegetarian is possible if it s prepared by volunteer self). Wifi is available. No smoking.
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
Hakodate city is one of the most popular tourist spots in Hokkaido and Japan with the romantic night view, morning market to taste the sea food, historical sites such as Goryokaku. It is also the economic capital of the southern part of Hokkaido while it is also having a serious depopulation issue. Language – Strong motivation to work with the foreigners and in the farm. Respect to the local and international ways and cultures. Good level of English speaking skills as well as strong motivation to learn and speak Japanese language is needed. Skills of teaching Japanese and agriculture can be useful
TATEYA
- Moyen terme 3-6 mois
- ENVI
- SOCI
- AGRI
- NICE-25L-TT06
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
Remarque
Study theme - Similar type of communities in each country and their networking Participation fee - 18,000 JPY (108 EUR by the rate on 2024 Nov. 3rd) per month till the 3rd month and 9,000 JPY per month from the 4th month of NICE Volunteers fee need to be paid in advance either by Card or PayPal. This is used for the project preparation and coordination such as the transportation of the camp leaders while the meals and the accommodation are provided by the local host by free. Odd days are counted as one month (e.g., 170 days are counted as 6 months). Other - The first and last 2 days are On Arrival and Evaluation Seminars in Yokohama or Osaka.
- Code : NICE-25L-TT06
- Dispo : 2M / 3F
- Langue du Projet : ENG
- Age : 18 - 99
PARTENAIRE
This project is actively working for SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) and SDGs 10 (Reduced Inequalities), organized together with Kyodo Gakusha (since 2015 here), a cooperative community where about people with various backgrounds such as mentally disadvantaged, people who are tired of city life, who wants to learn farming, just want to live in the nature, etc. They have 5 communities in Tokyo, Nagano and Hokkaido and grow animals and vegetables in an ecological, organic way with utilizing bacterium and charcoal. Tateya Farm has 40 members and NICE started LMTV projects here since 2014. NICE also organizes workcamps and LMTV projects in Maki and Shintoku farms of Kyodo Gakusha.Outcome of this workcamp: In 2023, 1 mid term volunteer for 2 months greatly contributed to harvest rice which was difficult to finish by the time they needed without volunteers There was also nice exchange between Community people and vols. through Yoga and Mindfulness. Please see the presentation of the camp leader for the IVS contest in Japan https://www.slideshare.net/nice-workcamp/e4-54764427 (only Japanese for the moment, but you can at least enjoy the pictures)
TRAVAIL
Volunteers will help their organic farm (harvesting/ threshing rice, planting vegetables, taking care of animals, etc.) and their house work especially cooking. Volunteers will also carry the things in the mountain to the Maki farm and harvest rice there. Be ready to work for quite a long time (05:30-18:00 with some brakes) and hard. It d be surely good exercise to make your body more healthy
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
Shared room in the building for the volunteers and a few members, 5 min. walk from the farm. Meals will be cooked by volunteers together with the community people by turns. Sleeping bag is not necessary. There is limited Wifi.
SITUATION
Otari village is a small village located in the region of stunning natural beauty in the northern part of Nagano Prefecture, Japan. It is beautiful village near Japanese Northern Alps. It takes 40-50 min. by foot from Minami-Otari, the nearest train station. Other activities – Exchange program, Excursion on a free day (possibly to Hakuba, a famous tourism spot), etc.
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
Motivation letter is needed. Volunteers need to have good level of speaking for the daily conversations of English or Japanese and and high motivation and patience to keep the hard, long and important work in the natural place, to respect the way of the local host and to learn and speak Japanese language is needed. No special skills nor experiences are needed. Language – English (Japanese is also welcomed)
AIZU WAKAMATSU
- Long terme 6-12 mois
- SOCI
- NICE-25L-AI08
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
Remarque
Study theme - Volunteers will get knowledge of alternative school, children s social participation, child poverty in Japan. Participation fee - 18,000 JPY (108 EUR by the rate on 2024 Nov. 3rd) per month till the 3rd month and 9,000 JPY per month from the 4th month of NICE Volunteers fee need to be paid in advance either by Card or PayPal. This is used for the project preparation and coordination such as the transportation of the camp leaders while the meals and the accommodation are provided by the local host by free. Odd days are counted as one month (e.g., 170 days are counted as 6 months). Other - The first and last 2 days are On Arrival and Evaluation Seminars in Yokohama.
- Code : NICE-25L-AI08
- Dispo : 1M / 1F
- Langue du Projet : JAP
- Age : 18 - 99
PARTENAIRE
This project is actively working for SDGs 1 (no poverty) and SDGs 4 (Quality Education), organized together with a local NPO, Terakoya Hojosha since 2008 that aims to create a diverse learning environment that places children at the center and aims to promote children s participation in society. Their mission is to support Children s participation in society and create a happy future for children. A characteristic of the learning at Terakoya Hojosya is that it attends to children s interests. The aim to create a happy future with children, each and every one of whom is important. In their all projects, it is importance on approving and affirming children and fostering a sense of self-affirmation, which is the children s energy, through their connections with others.
TRAVAIL
1) Supporting children s activities at affiliated kindergartens. 2) Learning support and cooking assistance at the Kodomo shokudo(The place where kids can eat for free or at a low cost with other people.). Specifically, homework and subject learning is provided to about 15 primary and junior high school students. They also assist in cooking dinner together with the staff. 3) Supporting for nature activities for kids(playing outside, cooking meals, preparing activities, etc.). Especially on weekends and during long holidays.
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
Shared rooms in accommodation owned by the organization. It is different place with activity place. Men and women separated room. Cooking by yourself. Staffs also stay at the facility. No wifi in the accommodation (but there is wifi in activity place).
SITUATION
Aizu Wakamatsu city is called Samurai city. It is located in the eastern part of the Aizu region of Fukushima prefecture. It is the central city of Aizu region, surrounded by rich nature, including Mt. Bandai and Lake Inawashiro and blessed with natural scenery. The organization is located in an area with an atmosphere of Taisho era Romanticism. Winter season (Dec.-Mar.) is quite cold, so vols. need to bring warm cloths. Other activities – Join the local events, many opportunities to learn the local wisdom, etc. Sightseeing, short trip (hot springs, castle, famous places here).
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
Motivation letter is needed Volunteers need to have some Japanese speaking skill (manage to have basic daily conversation), respect to the local culture and way of the local organization, positive attitude to communicate with children, being Interested alternative school, children s social patriation and child poverty, high motivation to work hard, open mind, cooperation with others. Language – Japanese
TATEYA
- Moyen terme 3-6 mois
- ENVI
- SOCI
- AGRI
- NICE-25L-TT07
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
Remarque
Study theme - Similar type of communities in each country and their networking Participation fee - 18,000 JPY (108 EUR by the rate on 2024 Nov. 3rd) per month till the 3rd month and 9,000 JPY per month from the 4th month of NICE Volunteers fee need to be paid in advance either by Card or PayPal. This is used for the project preparation and coordination such as the transportation of the camp leaders while the meals and the accommodation are provided by the local host by free. Odd days are counted as one month (e.g., 170 days are counted as 6 months). Other - The first and last 2 days are On Arrival and Evaluation Seminars in Yokohama or Osaka.
- Code : NICE-25L-TT07
- Dispo : 2M / 3F
- Langue du Projet : ENG
- Age : 18 - 99
PARTENAIRE
This project is actively working for SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) and SDGs 10 (Reduced Inequalities), organized together with Kyodo Gakusha (since 2015 here), a cooperative community where about people with various backgrounds such as mentally disadvantaged, people who are tired of city life, who wants to learn farming, just want to live in the nature, etc. They have 5 communities in Tokyo, Nagano and Hokkaido and grow animals and vegetables in an ecological, organic way with utilizing bacterium and charcoal. Tateya Farm has 40 members and NICE started LMTV projects here since 2014. NICE also organizes workcamps and LMTV projects in Maki and Shintoku farms of Kyodo Gakusha.Outcome of this workcamp: In 2023, 1 mid term volunteer for 2 months greatly contributed to harvest rice which was difficult to finish by the time they needed without volunteers There was also nice exchange between Community people and vols. through Yoga and Mindfulness. Please see the presentation of the camp leader for the IVS contest in Japan https://www.slideshare.net/nice-workcamp/e4-54764427 (only Japanese for the moment, but you can at least enjoy the pictures)
TRAVAIL
Volunteers will help their organic farm (harvesting/ threshing rice, planting vegetables, taking care of animals, etc.) and their house work especially cooking. Volunteers will also carry the things in the mountain to the Maki farm and harvest rice there. Be ready to work for quite a long time (05:30-18:00 with some brakes) and hard. It d be surely good exercise to make your body more healthy
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
Shared room in the building for the volunteers and a few members, 5 min. walk from the farm. Meals will be cooked by volunteers together with the community people by turns. Sleeping bag is not necessary. There is limited Wifi.
SITUATION
Otari village is a small village located in the region of stunning natural beauty in the northern part of Nagano Prefecture, Japan. It is beautiful village near Japanese Northern Alps. It takes 40-50 min. by foot from Minami-Otari, the nearest train station. Other activities – Exchange program, Excursion on a free day (possibly to Hakuba, a famous tourism spot), etc.
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
Motivation letter is needed. Volunteers need to have good level of speaking for the daily conversations of English or Japanese and and high motivation and patience to keep the hard, long and important work in the natural place, to respect the way of the local host and to learn and speak Japanese language is needed. No special skills nor experiences are needed. Language – English (Japanese is also welcomed)
SEEDS 017. ENVIRONMENT AND AMP; PHOTOGRAPHY - MAY
- chantiers 1-3 semaines
- ENVI
- SEEDS 017
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
400 Frais supp : 400 EUR
Remarque
Participation fee EUR 400 (Euros). The fee can either be transferred in advance via bank transfer, or paid in cash on arrival. It includes transportation from the meeting point to the camp (on the first day) and the Hot River Hike or a trip to the Reykjanes peninsula.The Meeting time will be at 18:00 (6:00 pm) on May 6 at SEEDS office in ReykjavEk. Participants that cannot arrive on time (later or delayed flights) will be sent information on how to reach the camp on their own.
- Code : SEEDS 017
- Dispo : 6M / 6F
- Langue du Projet : ENG
- Age : 18 - 99
PARTENAIRE
SEEDS programme combines learning, sharing, hands-on activities, getting to know Iceland, its culture, having fun, exploring the city and its attractions, as stunning natural attractions in possible excursions. Participants should prepare to share environmental issues from their countries and should be ready to spend time outdoors walking medium distances during activities and sightseeing. Note this project is a learning/sharing camp and not a standard workcamp. This project has a smaller volunteer work part and puts a bigger emphasis on the personal learning process than on the community impact.
TRAVAIL
During this camp, participants can share their love for (and learn more about) global and amp; local environmental issues, as well as photography. If you are interested in topics such as climate change, waste management, animal protection and sustainability, and you also love taking photographs, making videos or want to develop your photography skills, then this project is for youWhile developing artistic and technical photography skills, you will be focusing on environmental and sustainability issues through non-formal activities such as workshops, discussions, presentations and visits facilitated by SEEDS. One of our aims is to help create more environmentally aware consumers and amp; travellersYou will visit local projects on environment and conservation. These may include hands-on activities or guided visits. Some examples include outdoor cleanup tasks, a geothermal power plant, a local fauna and/or flora exhibition or an outdoor Icelandic culture museum. Some of these activities are dependent on conditions such as weather, as well as availability or restrictions of our partner organisations.You will also have time to put the theory about photography into practice, walking around and exploring the city. At the end of the camp, the best photographs from each participant are selected for an online exhibition on SEEDS social media. Participants should bring their own digital cameras, lenses, tripods and laptops if possible.
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
SEEDS participants will stay in a house in ReykjavEk. The facilities are basic with a kitchen, showers, and a washing machine. Everyone is expected to show consideration for their companions. Participants will sleep in shared rooms or dormitories.Volunteers will receive food supplies and will be in charge of cooking and cleaning. Please note the food SEEDS provides will be vegetarian. Do not forget to bring some traditional/typical food, drinks, recipes, music, games or movies from your country for the intercultural evening. Please be aware some items or ingredients may be expensive in Iceland and you will need to buy them yourselves or bring them from your country.
SITUATION
ReykjavEk is a dynamic, modern city which lives in harmony with nature, using renewable energy sources. The worlds northernmost capital bridges the Atlantic, between Europe and North America. ReykjavEk is spread across a peninsula with a panoramic view of the mountains and the Atlantic. It is an international city with a lively cosmopolitan cultural scene surrounded by beautiful nature.One of the two options below is also included in this camp as a hands-on volunteering activity day:1. A day trip to the Hot River area, combined with a cleanup or work with an environmental project in the area, or2. A day trip to the Reykjanes peninsula, combined with a coastal cleanup in the area.Some excursions (e.g. to the Golden Circle and/or South Shore) can be arranged at discount fares if there is free time after the camp workshops/sessions.
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
LANGUAGE: English will be the language in the camp; intermediate conversational skills are needed.It may be very cold and/or rainy, so we recommend bringing warm and waterproof clothes (underlayers, overcoats, scarves, gloves and hats) and good walking shs, as some of the activities take place outdoors.
SEEDS 018. ALVIRA - AWARENESS, ENGAGEMENT
- chantiers 1-3 semaines
- ENVI
- SEEDS 018
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
Remarque
EXTRAS / SPECIAL REMARKS: Participation fee EUR 350 (Euros). The fee can either be transferred in advance via bank transfer, or paid in cash on arrival. It includes accommodation, food and one trip to the Hot River area in Reykjadalur. The fee does not include the transportation from Reykjavik to the camp and back, which costs EUR 30 one way or EUR 60 for both ways.
- Code : SEEDS 018
- Dispo : 4M / 4F
- Langue du Projet : ENG / ENG
- Age : 18 - 99
PARTENAIRE
PROJECT: This camp is part of SEEDS ongoing efforts to raise awareness, promote engagement in environmental issues and to support sustainability, organic and permaculture farming, social inclusion, education and hands-on actions in the field. Volunteers will gain insights into local and global challenges through non-formal educational activities such as hands-on work, visits, discussions, and workshops. SEEDS volunteers have the opportunity to participate in different projects in collaboration with Landvernd (the Icelandic Environmental Organization), the EcoVillage at Solheimar, the Icelandic Ministry for Environment and Natural Resources, Umhverfisstofnun (the Icelandic Environmental Agency) and Blai Herinn (the Blue Army).SEEDS volunteers will take on a variety of activities, depending on weather conditions and the needs of our partners including working in the forestry section and vegetable greenhouses in the EcoVillage, as well as participating in a nationwide project to raise awareness of ocean pollution, plastic waste, and engage the group in hands-on cleanup efforts in the area, allowing volunteers to make a direct impact
TRAVAIL
The camp is based at Alviora, which offers a range of activities to connect people with nature, such as community gardens, wildlife workshops, school programs, and hikes. As part of the camp, volunteers help maintain the center through tasks like gardening, renovating the house and other projects such as removing old fences to protect wildlife, marking walking paths, and potentially do forestry work like trimming or planting trees.This camp combines learning, sharing, hands-on work and fun. No previous experience is needed. Volunteers should be prepared to share environmental issues from their home countries and be ready to spend time outdoors. Volunteers should be ready to adapt and be flexible with the work and free-time schedule. Depending on the weather, we may not be able to perform some of the activities as planned.
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
ACCOMMODATION: SEEDS volunteers stay in an old farm which has been transformed into an environmental education centre. The facilities are basic with an equipped kitchen, dining and living room, bathroom, shower and a washing machine. Volunteers sleep in shared rooms, with up to 6 people per room. Please bring your own sleeping bag and towel.Volunteers will receive food supplies and will be in charge of cooking and cleaning. Please note the food SEEDS provides will be vegetarian. Do not forget to bring some traditional/typical food, drinks, recipes, music, games or movies from your country for the intercultural evening. Please be aware some items or ingredients may be expensive in Iceland and you will need to buy them yourselves or bring them from your country.
SITUATION
LOCATION: The accommodation is located an hour drive south-east from Reykjavik. The house serves as an environmental-educational centre and sits under Ingolfsfjall, The Mountain of Ingolfur, with a view of Eyjafjallajokull where the volcanic eruptions began in March and April 2010. The place is registered as natural Icelandic heritage; the nature, vegetation and birdlife is rich in variety and quantity. The volunteers can enjoy outdoor activities in a peaceful and beautiful location with a small stream and a pond nearby. Hiking trails with maps about cultural heritage can be found throughout the area, which is a popular attraction among both foreign and local visitors. The nearest town, Selfoss, only 10 minutes-drive away, with 6500 inhabitants, is a centre of commerce and small industries where you find a geothermal swimming pool, shops, museums, cafes and bars.
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
LANGUAGE: English will be the language in the camp; intermediate conversational skills are needed. TERMINAL: Closest international Airport: Keflavik/Reykjavik (KEF). Bus station: Central Reykjavik (BS). EXTRAS / SPECIAL REMARKS: Participation fee EUR 350 (Euros). The fee can either be transferred in advance via bank transfer, or paid in cash on arrival. It includes accommodation, food and one trip to the Hot River area in Reykjadalur. The fee does not include the transportation from Reykjavik to the camp and back, which costs EUR 30 one way or EUR 60 for both ways. Additional excursions (e.g. Golden Circle, the South Shore or Reykjanes Peninsula) can be arranged at discount fares depending on time availability, weather conditions, and the number of volunteers interested. Weather may be cold or rainy, so we recommend bringing warm and/or waterproof clothes.
SEEDS 019. ISLAND OF VIEY (1/2)
- chantiers 1-3 semaines
- RENO
- ENVI
- CONS
- SEEDS 019.
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
400 Frais supp : 400 EUR
Remarque
Participation fee EUR 400 (Euros). The fee can either be transferred in advance via bank transfer, or paid in cash on arrival. It includes transportation from the meeting point to the camp (on the first day) and the Hot River Hike or a trip to the Reykjanes peninsula.The Meeting time will be at 15:00 (3:00 pm) on May 13 at SEEDS office in ReykjavEk. Participants that cannot arrive on time (later or delayed flights) will be sent information on how to reach the camp on their own.
- Code : SEEDS 019.
- Dispo : 4M / 4F
- Langue du Projet : ENG / ENG
- Age : 18 - 99
PARTENAIRE
SEEDS programme combines learning, sharing, hands-on activities, getting to know Iceland, its culture, having fun, exploring the city and its attractions, as stunning natural attractions in possible excursions. Participants should prepare to share environmental issues from their countries and should be ready to spend time outdoors walking medium distances during activities and sightseeing.
TRAVAIL
SEEDS volunteers will have the opportunity to work on the historical island of Vioey for the 19th year in a row with our host, the city of Reykjavik. Vioey is a popular destination during the summer among Icelandic and foreign visitors. Volunteers will help prepare the island for the summer season. Volunteers will beautify the surroundings by cleaning up the area, especially along the coastline, for instance by hand-picking garbage or collecting trash blown by the wind or brought by the sea to the shores and surroundings.SEEDS volunteers may carry out some gardening activities as well and possibly make and maintain walking paths. Well maintained paths enable people to visit the island without damaging it and this important work also helps to improve safety for visitors. Depending on the advance of the project and weather conditions, volunteers may have other possible tasks such as checking up and repairing garden furniture.The working day normally runs from 09:00 – 17:00 with breaks for lunch and coffee; however, please be prepared for some flexibility due to the nature of Iceland s changeable weather, as we may not be able to perform some of the tasks or activities planned. The temperature in May can drop during the evenings. Volunteers should have motivation to work outside and work in all kinds of weather, as it can get cold and rainy. The working plan is flexible and it will depend on the needs of our host. No previous experience is necessary.
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
SEEDS volunteers will be lodged in a local house on Vioey Island, in shared rooms. The facilities are equipped with a kitchen, shower, and a washing machine. Everyone is expected to show consideration for their companions. Participants will sleep in shared rooms. Please bring your own sleeping bag.Volunteers will receive food supplies and will be in charge of cooking and cleaning. Please note the food SEEDS provides will be vegetarian. Do not forget to bring some traditional/typical food, drinks, recipes, music, games or movies from your country for the intercultural evening. Please be aware some items or ingredients may be expensive in Iceland and you will need to buy them yourselves or bring them from your country.
SITUATION
Vioey or Wood Island is the largest (1.7 km) island in the Kollafjorour Bay, just outside Reykjavik, the capital of Iceland. The island is covered by many species of plants and at least 30 species of breeding birds have been counted here. Vioey was inhabited soon after the settlement of Iceland in the 10th century. In the beginning of the 20th century, around 100 people lived there. Today the island is uninhabited.There is a regular ferry connection between the island and the harbour of Reykjavik. The island is only a few hundred metres away from the city and the trip takes a few minutes. This makes Vioey so special; it is a peaceful place, very close to the busy city life of the capital. There are hiking and cycling paths around the island and there is no motor traffic allowed. It also features intriguing sculptural artwork, amongst them all nine pairs of basalt pillars that comprise Richard Serra s work Afangar and Yoko Ono s Imagine Peace column, a tower of light, which is supported by the widow of John Lennon. Other places of interest on Vioey are related to archaeological research.
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
LANGUAGE: English will be the language in the camp; intermediate conversational skills are needed.It may be very cold and/or rainy, so we recommend bringing warm and waterproof clothes (underlayers, overcoats, scarves, gloves and hats) and good walking shs, as some of the activities take place outdoors.
SEEDS 020. ENVIRONMENT AND AMP; PHOTOGRAPHY - SUMM
- chantiers 1-3 semaines
- ENVI
- SEEDS 020
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
400 Frais supp : 400 EUR
Remarque
Participation fee EUR 400 (Euros). The fee can either be transferred in advance via bank transfer, or paid in cash on arrival. It includes transportation from the meeting point to the camp (on the first day) and the Hot River Hike or trip to the Reykjanes peninsula.The Meeting time will be at 18:00 (6:00 pm) on May 16 at SEEDS office in ReykjavEk. Participants that cannot arrive on time (later or delayed flights) will be sent information on how to reach the camp on their own.
- Code : SEEDS 020
- Dispo : 6M / 5F
- Langue du Projet : ENG
- Age : 18 - 99
PARTENAIRE
SEEDS programme combines learning, sharing, hands-on activities, getting to know Iceland, its culture, having fun, exploring the city and its attractions, as stunning natural attractions in possible excursions. Participants should prepare to share environmental issues from their countries and should be ready to spend time outdoors walking medium distances during activities and sightseeing. Note this project is a learning/sharing camp and not a standard workcamp. This project has a smaller volunteer work part and puts a bigger emphasis on the personal learning process than on the community impact.
TRAVAIL
During this camp, participants can share their love for (and learn more about) global and amp; local environmental issues, as well as photography. If you are interested in topics such as climate change, waste management, animal protection and sustainability, and you also love taking photographs, making videos or want to develop your photography skills, then this project is for youWhile developing artistic and technical photography skills, you will be focusing on environmental and sustainability issues through non-formal activities such as workshops, discussions, presentations and visits facilitated by SEEDS. One of our aims is to help create more environmentally aware consumers and amp; travellersYou will visit local projects on environment and conservation. These may include hands-on activities or guided visits. Some examples include outdoor cleanup tasks, a geothermal power plant, a local fauna and/or flora exhibition or an outdoor Icelandic culture museum. Some of these activities are dependent on conditions such as weather, as well as availability or restrictions of our partner organisations.You will also have time to put the theory about photography into practice, walking around and exploring the city. At the end of the camp, the best photographs from each participant are selected for an online exhibition on SEEDS social media. Participants should bring their own digital cameras, lenses, tripods and laptops if possible.
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
SEEDS participants will stay in a house in ReykjavEk. The facilities are basic with a kitchen, showers, and a washing machine. Everyone is expected to show consideration for their companions. Participants will sleep in shared rooms or dormitories.Volunteers will receive food supplies and will be in charge of cooking and cleaning. Please note the food SEEDS provides will be vegetarian. Do not forget to bring some traditional/typical food, drinks, recipes, music, games or movies from your country for the intercultural evening. Please be aware some items or ingredients may be expensive in Iceland and you will need to buy them yourselves or bring them from your country.
SITUATION
ReykjavEk is a dynamic, modern city which lives in harmony with nature, using renewable energy sources. The worlds northernmost capital bridges the Atlantic, between Europe and North America. ReykjavEk is spread across a peninsula with a panoramic view of the mountains and the Atlantic. It is an international city with a lively cosmopolitan cultural scene surrounded by beautiful nature.One of the two options below is also included in this camp as a hands-on volunteering activity day:1. A day trip to the Hot River area, combined with a cleanup or work with an environmental project in the area, or2. A day trip to the Reykjanes peninsula, combined with a coastal cleanup in the area.Some excursions (e.g. to the Golden Circle and/or South Shore) can be arranged at discount fares if there is free time after the camp workshops/sessions.
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
It may be very cold and/or rainy, so we recommend bringing warm and waterproof clothes (underlayers, overcoats, scarves, gloves and hats) and good walking shs, as some of the activities take place outdoors.LANGUAGE: English will be the language in the camp; intermediate conversational skills are needed.
SEEDS 023. ENVIRONMENT AND AMP; PHOTOGRAPHY
- chantiers 1-3 semaines
- ENVI
- SEEDS 023
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
400 Frais supp : 400 EUR
Remarque
Participation fee EUR 400 (Euros). The fee can either be transferred in advance via bank transfer, or paid in cash on arrival. It includes transportation from the meeting point to the camp (on the first day) and the Hot River Hike or trip to the Reykjanes peninsula.The Meeting time will be at 18:00 (6:00 pm) on May 26 at SEEDS office in ReykjavEk. Participants that cannot arrive on time (later or delayed flights) will be sent information on how to reach the camp on their own.
- Code : SEEDS 023
- Dispo : 6M / 6F
- Langue du Projet : ENG
- Age : 18 - 99
PARTENAIRE
SEEDS programme combines learning, sharing, hands-on activities, getting to know Iceland, its culture, having fun, exploring the city and its attractions, as stunning natural attractions in possible excursions. Participants should prepare to share environmental issues from their countries and should be ready to spend time outdoors walking medium distances during activities and sightseeing. Note this project is a learning/sharing camp and not a standard workcamp. This project has a smaller volunteer work part and puts a bigger emphasis on the personal learning process than on the community impact.
TRAVAIL
During this camp, participants can share their love for (and learn more about) global and amp; local environmental issues, as well as photography. If you are interested in topics such as climate change, waste management, animal protection and sustainability, and you also love taking photographs, making videos or want to develop your photography skills, then this project is for youWhile developing artistic and technical photography skills, you will be focusing on environmental and sustainability issues through non-formal activities such as workshops, discussions, presentations and visits facilitated by SEEDS. One of our aims is to help create more environmentally aware consumers and amp; travellersYou will visit local projects on environment and conservation. These may include hands-on activities or guided visits. Some examples include outdoor cleanup tasks, a geothermal power plant, a local fauna and/or flora exhibition or an outdoor Icelandic culture museum. Some of these activities are dependent on conditions such as weather, as well as availability or restrictions of our partner organisations.You will also have time to put the theory about photography into practice, walking around and exploring the city. At the end of the camp, the best photographs from each participant are selected for an online exhibition on SEEDS social media. Participants should bring their own digital cameras, lenses, tripods and laptops if possible.
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
SEEDS participants will stay in a house in ReykjavEk. The facilities are basic with a kitchen, showers, and a washing machine. Everyone is expected to show consideration for their companions. Participants will sleep in shared rooms or dormitories.Volunteers will receive food supplies and will be in charge of cooking and cleaning. Please note the food SEEDS provides will be vegetarian. Do not forget to bring some traditional/typical food, drinks, recipes, music, games or movies from your country for the intercultural evening. Please be aware some items or ingredients may be expensive in Iceland and you will need to buy them yourselves or bring them from your country.
SITUATION
ReykjavEk is a dynamic, modern city which lives in harmony with nature, using renewable energy sources. The worlds northernmost capital bridges the Atlantic, between Europe and North America. ReykjavEk is spread across a peninsula with a panoramic view of the mountains and the Atlantic. It is an international city with a lively cosmopolitan cultural scene surrounded by beautiful nature.One of the two options below is also included in this camp as a hands-on volunteering activity day:1. A day trip to the Hot River area, combined with a cleanup or work with an environmental project in the area, or2. A day trip to the Reykjanes peninsula, combined with a coastal cleanup in the area.Some excursions (e.g. to the Golden Circle and/or South Shore) can be arranged at discount fares if there is free time after the camp workshops/sessions.
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
LANGUAGE: English will be the language in the camp; intermediate conversational skills are needed.
MAKI 3
- chantiers 1-3 semaines
- ENVI
- SOCI
- AGRI
- NICE-25S-0602A
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
Remarque
Study theme - Similar type of communities in each country and their networking Participation fee - 9,000 JPY (54 EUR by the rate on 2024 Nov. 2nd) of NICE Volunteers fee need to be paid in advance either by Card or PayPal. This is used for the project preparation/ coordination such as the transportation of the camp leaders while the meals and the accommodation are provided by the local host by free. Other - The popular documentary film for this place was broadcasted in 2015 at arayashiki-movie.jp/en/.
- Code : NICE-25S-0602A
- Dispo : 4M / 4F
- Langue du Projet : ENG
- Age : 18 - 99
PARTENAIRE
This project is actively working for SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) and SDGs 10 (Reduced Inequalities), organized together with Kyodo Gakusha since 2000, a cooperative community where people with various backgrounds such as mentally disadvantaged, people who are tired of city life, who want to learn farming, who want to live in the nature, etc. They have 5 communities in Japan incl. Maki and Tateya and grow animals and vegetables in ecological, organic way. Maki is located in a very isolated area (not accessible for cars and we have to walk 4 km in the mountains), so it once became an abandon village in 1970s and then, was revived by Kyodo Gakusha. Over 10 people were living till several years ago, but less and less in these years (almost nobody in the winter), so vols. are needed even moreOutcome of this workcamp: In 2024, we had 8 vols. from 6 countries who greatly contributed to the organic farming See the long-term goal of this project as Local SDGs made by the previous project leader at https://www.slideshare.net/nice-workcamp/2019-ep3-188767935 (only in Japanese, sorry, but you can still enjoy the pictures)
TRAVAIL
We will help their organic farming (planting rice and vegetables, weeding in the vegetable fields, taking care of goats and chicken) and also carry the things from the town, renovate the trails, help their house work such as cooking, washing, clearing, etc. Be ready to work for quite a long time (05:30-18:00 with some brakes) and hard It d be surely good exercise to make your body more healthy
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
Volunteers will sleep in a few rooms of the house that is a very beautiful cultural heritage and equips the basic facilities such as water, electricity and a bath room They will have meals, meetings and social life with Kyodo Gakusha members in the main building (just 30 meters far). Meals will be cooked by volunteers together with the members by turns. Sleeping bag is not necessary.
SITUATION
Maki is located in the beautiful place near Japanese Northern Alps, at about 900 meters asl. and there is something remained here that most of Japanese areas have lost in modernization. Other activities – Exchange program, Excursion on a free day (possibly to Hakuba, a famous tourism spot), etc.
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
Volunteers need to have high motivation and patience to keep the hard, long and important work in the very isolated, natural place and to respect the way of the local host. No special skills nor experiences are needed. Motivation letter is needed Language – English (Japanese is also welcomed)
SEEDS 026. PHOTOGRAPHY FUN IN REYKJAVK - JUNE
- chantiers 1-3 semaines
- SEEDS 026
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
Remarque
Participation fee EUR 550 (Euros), which needs to be transferred to SEEDS the latest one month before the camp starts to confirm the placement. It includes food, accommodation, transportation from the
- Code : SEEDS 026
- Dispo : 6M / 6F
- Langue du Projet : ENG / ENG
- Age : 16 - 20
PARTENAIRE
This is the eighteenth year (since 2008) that SEEDS has organised a series of International Photography projects and we began organising these camps for teenagers in the year 2010. Throughout the year, participants from all over the world come to Iceland for an immersive photography-focused learning camp. SEEDS coordinators help participants to develop their unique photographic skills through workshops and feedback sessions on technical settings, compositional considerations, and creating conceptual frameworks that highlight each participant s individual style.
TRAVAIL
Participants will have time to put the theory about photography into practice, exploring the city. At the end of the camp, the best photographs from each participant will be selected for an online exhibition on SEEDS social media. Participants should bring their own digital cameras, lenses, tripods, and laptops, if possible. While learning about photography, the participants have the opportunity to explore Icelandic culture through active participation: capturing it, engaging with it, and showcasing their work throughout the camp. One of our goals is to empower young people to use photography to highlight environmental and cultural subjects and issues.Participants should be ready to spend time outdoors walking medium distances during activities and working within a flexible schedule. Participants will be photographing in their free time outside of workshop hours with images to be discussed at group feedback sessions.This camp is open to participants aged 16 to 20. During their stay, SEEDS organises a programme that combines learning, sharing, getting to know Iceland and its culture, and having fun while exploring the city and some of the most stunning natural attractions in the Golden Circle and Reykjanes Peninsula excursions. Note that this is a learning/sharing camp and not a regular workcamp; this project has a smaller volunteer work part and emphasises the personal learning process over the community impact. We may be able to organise some outdoor voluntary work, but it depends on our partners and the weather conditions.
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
SEEDS participants will stay in a house in Reykjavik. The facilities are basic with an equipped kitchen, dining and living room, bathrooms, showers and a washing machine. As participants sleep in shared rooms with up to 6 people, everyone is expected to behave considerately. Please bring your own towel. Participants will receive food supplies and be in charge of the cooking and cleaning activities. Note the food SEEDS provides will be vegetarian. Do not forget to bring some traditional/typical food, drinks, recipes, music or games from your country for the intercultural evening. Be aware some items or ingredients may be expensive in Iceland and you will need to buy them yourselves or bring them from your country.
SITUATION
Reykjavik is a dynamic, modern city which lives in harmony with nature, using renewable energy sources. The world s northernmost capital bridges the Atlantic, between Europe and North America. Reykjavik is spread across a peninsula with a panoramic view of the mountains and the Atlantic. It is an international city with a lively cosmopolitan cultural scene surrounded by beautiful nature.
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
English will be the language in the camp; intermediate conversational skills are needed.
SEEDS 027. ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS
- chantiers 1-3 semaines
- ENVI
- SEEDS 027
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
- Code : SEEDS 027
- Dispo : 6M / 6F
- Langue du Projet : ENG / ENG
- Age : 18 - 99
PARTENAIRE
The Environmentally Aware and Action project is part of a series of camps organised by SEEDS in cooperation with different partners. SEEDS collaborates with the Icelandic Ministry for Environment and Natural Resources, the City of Reykjavik, and several local stakeholders on a project to clean up the Icelandic coastline. Partners include the Blue Army, an organisation dedicated to the cause of coastal cleaning, SORPA, the waste collection and management entity in the capital area, and Whales of Iceland, an exhibit showcasing life-size models of whales and porpoises to educate the public about their lives and the impact of human activity on their existence.
TRAVAIL
This camp allows volunteers to learn about global and local environmental issues through non-formal activities such as workshops, discussions, presentations and visits, as well as to contribute directly to environment protection by joining outdoor cleanup tasks. These cleanup tasks may be arranged in partnership with the above mentioned organisations or run solely by SEEDS. We also aim to involve the local community, so some of our events may be open to the public. We hope participants will learn how to plan and carry out their own trash cleaning projects back at home. This project is based on similar activities around the world, where outstanding results have been achieved with volunteers. Volunteers can choose one of the two options below, included as hands-on volunteering activity in the camp:1. A day trip combining a visit to the Hellisheioi geothermal power plant, a trash collection in the area, and the Hot River Hike, a hike up a valley filled with hot springs where one can bathe. 2. A day trip to the Reykjanes Peninsula, combined with a coastal cleanup in the area.Please note that all activities are subject to weather conditions and the availability of our partners.This camp combines learning, sharing, hands-on work and fun. No previous experience is needed. Volunteers should prepare to share environmental issues from their countries and be ready to spend time outdoors, walking medium to long distances during the cleanups, and during other activities such as sightseeing. Since a part of the project happens outdoors, volunteers should be ready to adapt and be flexible with the work and free-time schedule. Depending on the weather, we may not be able to perform some of the activities as planned.
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
SEEDS volunteers stay in a house in Reykjavik. The facilities are basic with an equipped kitchen, dining and living room, bathrooms, showers and a washing machine. Everyone is expected to show consideration for their companions. Accommodation is in shared rooms, with up to 6 people per room. Please bring your own towel. Volunteers will receive food supplies and will be in charge of cooking and cleaning. Please note the food SEEDS provides will be vegetarian. Do not forget to bring some traditional/typical food, drinks, recipes, music, games or movies from your country for the intercultural evening. Please be aware some items or ingredients may be expensive in Iceland and you will need to buy them yourselves or bring them from your country.
SITUATION
Reykjavik is a dynamic, modern city which lives in harmony with nature, using renewable energy sources. The world s northernmost capital bridges the Atlantic, situated between Europe and North America. Reykjavik is spread across a peninsula with a panoramic view of the mountains and the Atlantic. It is an international city with a lively cosmopolitan cultural scene surrounded by beautiful nature.
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
English will be the language in the camp; basic conversational skills are needed.
SEEDS 027. ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS ACTION - RVK
- chantiers 1-3 semaines
- ENVI
- SEEDS 027
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
Remarque
Participation fee EUR 400 (Euros). The fee can either be transferred in advance via bank transfer, or paid in cash on arrival. It includes food, accommodation, transport from the meeting point to the
- Code : SEEDS 027
- Dispo : 6M / 6F
- Langue du Projet : ENG / ENG
- Age : 18 - 99
PARTENAIRE
The Environmentally Aware and Action project is part of a series of camps organised by SEEDS incooperation with different partners. SEEDS collaborates with the Icelandic Ministry for Environment and NaturalResources, the City of Reykjavik, and several local stakeholders on a project to clean up the Icelandic coastline.Partners include the Blue Army, an organisation dedicated to the cause of coastal cleaning, SORPA, the wastecollection and management entity in the capital area, and Whales of Iceland, an exhibit showcasing life-sizemodels of whales and porpoises to educate the public about their lives and the impact of human activity ontheir existence.
TRAVAIL
This camp allows volunteers to learn about global and local environmental issues through non-formal activitiessuch as workshops, discussions, presentations and visits, as well as to contribute directly to environmentprotection by joining outdoor cleanup tasks.These cleanup tasks may be arranged in partnership with the above mentioned organisations or run solely bySEEDS. We also aim to involve the local community, so some of our events may be open to the public. We hopeparticipants will learn how to plan and carry out their own trash cleaning projects back at home. This project isbased on similar activities around the world, where outstanding results have been achieved with volunteers.Volunteers can choose one of the two options below, included as hands-on volunteering activity in the camp:1. A day trip combining a visit to the Hellisheioi geothermal power plant, a trash collection in the area, andthe Hot River Hike, a hike up a valley filled with hot springs where one can bathe.2. A day trip to the Reykjanes Peninsula, combined with a coastal cleanup in the area.Please note that all activities are subject to weather conditions and the availability of our partners.This camp combines learning, sharing, hands-on work and fun. No previous experience is needed. Volunteersshould prepare to share environmental issues from their countries and be ready to spend time outdoors, walkingmedium to long distances during the cleanups, and during other activities such as sightseeing. Since a part ofthe project happens outdoors, volunteers should be ready to adapt and be flexible with the work and free-timeschedule. Depending on the weather, we may not be able to perform some of the activities as planned.
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
SEEDS volunteers stay in a house in Reykjavik. The facilities are basic with an equippedkitchen, dining and living room, bathrooms, showers and a washing machine. Everyone is expected to showconsideration for their companions. Accommodation is in shared rooms, with up to 6 people per room. Pleasebring your own towel.Volunteers will receive food supplies and will be in charge of cooking and cleaning. Please note the food SEEDSprovides will be vegetarian. Do not forget to bring some traditional/typical food, drinks, recipes, music, games ormovies from your country for the intercultural evening. Please be aware some items or ingredients may beexpensive in Iceland and you will need to buy them yourselves or bring them from your country.
SITUATION
Reykjavik is a dynamic, modern city which lives in harmony with nature, using renewable energysources. The world s northernmost capital bridges the Atlantic, situated between Europe and North America.Reykjavik is spread across a peninsula with a panoramic view of the mountains and the Atlantic. It is aninternational city with a lively cosmopolitan cultural scene surrounded by beautiful nature.
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
English will be the language in the camp; basic conversational skills are needed.
OI
- Long terme 6-12 mois
- MANU
- AGRI
- NICE-25L-OI08
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
Remarque
Study theme - Volunteers will acquire the knowledge of organic farming. Participation fee - 18,000 JPY (108 EUR by the rate on 2024 Nov. 3rd) per month till the 3rd month and 9,000 JPY per month from the 4th month of NICE Volunteers fee need to be paid in advance either by Card or PayPal. This is used for the project preparation and coordination such as the transportation of the camp leaders while the meals and the accommodation are provided by the local host by free. Odd days are counted as one month (e.g., 170 days are counted as 6 months). Other - The first and last 2 days are On Arrival and Evaluation Seminars in Osaka.
- Code : NICE-25L-OI08
- Dispo : 2M / 3F
- Langue du Projet : ENG
- Age : 18 - 99
PARTENAIRE
This project is actively working for SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) and SDGs 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities),organized with Sugiura Farm since 2017 that engages in organic farming for pursuing food safety and an environmental-friendly society. The owner of this farm is Mr. Sugiura, who is the only a man taking care of 2 hectares of farmland abandoned by local people. The local people became too old to keep working on the farm. Mr. Sugiura cultivates, harvests crops, even makes fertilizer and processes the harvest into products. He is working not only for crops, but also for conserving the environment and the beautiful scenery of living fields in the countryside of Japan.
TRAVAIL
Volunteers will engaged in terraced rice field conservation and pesticide-free agriculture in the devastated mountainous areas. 1) Management and harvesting of organic vegetables and rice. 2) Crop production in terraced rice paddies. 3) Restoration of deserted terraced rice paddies and abandoned farmland. 4) Planning and management of events to promote organic crops.
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
Volunteers stay at an old Japanese house next to the local host s. The kitchen and shower are shared with the local host. Volunteers cook by themselves. Smoking is not allowed. A cat and dog is kept around the house.
SITUATION
It is located in Gose city, Nara pref. which is about 50 km southeast of Osaka. Other activities – Join the local events, many opportunities to learn the local wisdom, etc. Sightseeing, short trip (hot springs, temples and shrines).
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
High motivation to learn and speak Japanese language, to work hard with simple mountain life in a remote area. Respect for the local culture and way of the local organization. Interests in agriculture. Language – English and Japanese. The local host speaks English.