Jeunesse Et Reconstruction | Depuis 1948 Jeunesse Et Reconstruction | Depuis 1948

PARTENAIRE

Saint-Jean-Bonnefonds est une commune de 6600 habitants situee dans le departement de la Loire dans la region Auvergne Rhone-Alpes. Limitrophe de Saint-Etienne, la commune se trouve aussi a seulement une heure en bus de Lyon. Entre les Monts du Lyonnais et le Massif du Pilat, Saint-Jean-Bonnefonds vous accueillera sur son territoire vallonne aux vues imprenables. Apres trois annees de chantier, la commune souhaite accueillir a nouveau une equipe de volontaires.

TRAVAIL

Dans un premier temps, vous travaillerez votre expression en faisant appel a votre sens artistique pour creer une fresque murale en graffiti dans un quartier de la ville. Ensuite, vous serez plonges dans l environnement local en realisant un travail sur le sentier de la foret nourriciere Enfin vous serez amene a realiser des rencontres et des animations avec differents publics locaux : enfants, personnes agees, associations locales. Quatre jeunes locaux se joindront a l equipe pour travailler ainsi que pour la vie en communaute. Ainsi, ils pourront partager avec vous leurs cultures, tout en vous faisant decouvrir leur ville. Vous serez encadres par des agents municipaux qui vous partageront leur savoir-faire et qui auront a coeur de vous faire decouvrir la commune. Vous travaillerez entre 5 heures par jour, le matin du lundi au vendredi.

LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE

Vous serez heberges dans l ecole primaire situee au centre de la commune. Vous aurez acces a des sanitaires, un espace cuisine, plusieurs espaces de couchage ainsi qu a la cour de l etablissement. Chaque volontaire sera amene a prendre part de maniere active a la vie collective du groupe : preparation des repas, nettoyage de la vaisselle, nettoyage des sanitaires et locaux.

SITUATION

Saint-Jean-Bonnefonds etant idealement situee, vous pourrez facilement aller visiter les villes de Saint-Etienne et de Lyon. Les amoureux de la nature pourront aussi profiter des sentiers de randonnee autour de la commune. Les volontaires locaux seront force de proposition pour les activites et les loisirs. Vous pourrez egalement profiter des festivites de la fete nationale du 14 juillet qui sera l occasion de rencontrer les habitants. Le site internet de la commune vous donnera un apercu du lieu et des activites sur place : https://www.ville-st-jean-bonnefonds.fr/

BESOIN SPÉCIAL

Ce chantier est destine aux volontaires desireux d explorer leur creativite et souhaitant organiser un evenement. Bien sur, le chantier est ouvert a tous, quel que soit le profil, il suffit d etre motive pour contribuer a ce beau projet. Dans le cadre de la vie de groupe, des qualites telles que l ecoute, le respect, la tolerance et l ouverture d esprit sont necessaires.

PARTENAIRE

Adatepe Womens Cooperative is a social enterprise founded by women living in the village of FA ndA k in the GEksun district of Kahramanmara province. The cooperative, founded in 2024, aims to produce food products specific to this region by women living here and convey them to other provinces in Turkey.

TRAVAIL

In the first days of the camp, volunteers will carry out renovation work (painting wall, cleaning building) in activity area for the community. Additionally they will actively participate in harvesting vegetables and cleaning agricultural and water resource areas. Volunteers will support to women in the production of traditional food products.

LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE

Accommodation will be in flats. There are 2 separate flats for volunteers, for male and female. 3 meals a day will be provided to the volunteers by the people who is living in the village.

SITUATION

The camp will be held in Kahramanmara (city), GEksun (district), FA ndA k (village). Local trips will be organized as a leisure activity. Events will be organized to bring together the municipality and other institutions.

BESOIN SPÉCIAL

There are no specific requirements for this camp, but volunteers will be expected to strenuous physical work.

PARTENAIRE

The language school Language for success organizes linguistic workcamps for 20 years. The camp hosts 90 children from different regions of Russia. The children learn different languages in the camp: English, Chinese, Spanish, French, Italian, German etc. The international volunteers together with Russian volunteers live together with children in a holiday resort in the forest on the bank of a picturesque forest lake. The volunteers teach children their native languages, play games with them, organize different sports and educational activities and workshops.

TRAVAIL

– Giving lessons of your native language- Organizing games and activities for children – Making a presentation of your native country

LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE

Accommodation and food are provided by the local host. Living in shared rooms with showers and toilets. Food in the local canteen.

SITUATION

Swiming in the lake, play games with other volunteers, wolking around.

BESOIN SPÉCIAL

– To be able to teach your native language and tell children about your culture – To be punctual, dedicated to work and well organized – To be communicative, happy, full of energy – To swim well and be willing to swim with children – Certificate of non-criminal record is required

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Taevaskoja Youth Camp is adventurous hiking camp that has been active for over 30 years. The aim of Taevaskoja camp is to support children s development through non-formal education. During the youth camp kids participate in different workshops about health, safety, culture and enjoy climbing and hiking activities. Taevaskoja is located in South-Estonia, about 220 km from Tallinn. The camp site is very close to the one of the most popular natural touristic place – Suur Taevaskoda (The Large Heaven s Hall), surrounded by beautiful forest and close to the one of the longest rivers in Estonia. Such location brings children closer to unspoiled nature and gives them an excellent opportunity to get acquainted with Estonian national heritage richly presented in the area. The camp aims also to develop children s knowledges about different cultures and support the growth of tolerance. To do that Taevaskoja Youth Camp invites international volunteers to join the camp as animators. Children come to Taevaskoja camp from all over Estonia. Most of them have basic knowledge of English and are very happy to have a chance to practice it. More information on www.taevaskoja.ee/taevaskoja-noortelaager/ Camp has several periods with different age groups of kids. NB It is possible to join for several camp shifts in a row.

TRAVAIL

Each day of the camp will have a program completed by local coordinators and the volunteers will be helping to realize it. The main activities will be intercultural learning through finding differences and similarities between Estonia and countries, where volunteers come from (history, traditions, language, singing, dancing). It will be done through games, drama, sport, discussions. We expect that volunteers would lead a workshop connected with their culture (traditional dances, games, everyday life, food specialities, etc.) It can be educational one or as a game to play. Therefore we look for active volunteers with good knowledge of history and culture of their country and ability to present it. Volunteer will work in partnership with professional local educators and youth workers i 9 staff members. The age of children is from 8 to 17 depending on shift.

LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE

In the same house with kids, separate room for volunteers and staff members (2-3 people in the same room). Volunteers will eat together with children and staff in the canteen. Showers, toilets and Wi-Fi are available.

SITUATION

LocationTaevaskoja is a tiny village in South-Estonia with 90 habitants. Distance from Tallinn is 220 km. But in summer it becomes one of the most visited natural sights. http://www.taevaskoja.ee/taevaskoja-loodus https://www.visitestonia.com/en/suur-ja-vaike-taevaskoda-sandstone-outcrops Leisure timePlenty of possibilities: hiking, swimming, sunbathing, sports, games, excursions to the places of interest in the area.

BESOIN SPÉCIAL

Special requirementsYou have to love kids and be really motivated to work with them. The work demands 24-hours commitment and it can be pretty hard sometimes. Experience in work with children is an advantage. We expect active volunteers with good knowledge of history and culture of their country and ability to present it. All exciting ideas of activities for kids, games etc. are welcome. Good ability to communicate in English is needed and knowledge of Russian may be useful. The age of participants is 20-35.Participation feeWe ask participants to contribute 40 Euro towards the costs of general administration. In case of participation in more than one shift the total fee is 60 Euro. This fee has to be paid by bank transfer before the beginning of the camp.

PARTENAIRE

The camp is organized in connection with the Huhtamo International Film Festival, a renowned cultural event celebrating its 5th anniversary in 2025 run by a non-profit association.

TRAVAIL

Volunteers will be involved in two main activities: assisting with the festival s organization and participating in the production of the feature film Pigtown. Tasks include event setup, assisting with screenings and logistics, as well as working on the film set as production assistants, extras, or helping with props and set decoration. This unique opportunity provides hands-on experience in both cultural event management and independent film production.

LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE

Participants will be accommodated in shared rooms in a local school or the festival lodging facilities. The volunteers will sleep on beds and mattresses. The volunteers will cook their own meals in the kitchen. The ingredients will be provided, focusing on nutritious and locally sourced food that will be plant based whenever possible.

SITUATION

Huhtamo is a picturesque rural village in western Finland, known for its scenic landscapes, traditional wooden buildings, and strong local culture. The area is surrounded by forests, lakes, and farmland, offering a peaceful atmosphere with a vibrant cultural scene during the festival. The nearest major city is Tampere, approximately 80 km away, offering modern amenities, historical sites, and a lively arts scene.

BESOIN SPÉCIAL

The volunteers need travel insurance for the duration of their stay. This camp is especially suitable for volunteers interested in filmmaking but no previous experience is required. Registration fee 50euro.

PARTENAIRE

Situee dans le Vercors, l association Base Nature Vercors souhaite permettre a tous de decouvrir la vie en pleine nature. C est un lieu d initiation a la biosphere et aux energies renouvelables. Parallelement aux animations de decouverte et de protection de l environnement, l association organise des spectacles et des ateliers pedagogiques pour atteindre ses objectifs. L association accueille des chantiers de jeunes benevoles internationaux depuis 2011. L anglais sera la langue d echange.

TRAVAIL

L association a demarre l annee derniere un projet de mare partagee sur son site afin d apporter une solution aux periodes de secheresse. Vous participerez donc a la preparation, a la realisation et a la mise en eau de la mare. La deuxieme semaine, vous participerez a l organisation du Festival des marionnettes en creant une piece de theatre. Ce projet sera l occasion d exprimer votre creativite et de demontrer votre sens des responsabilites. Vous pouvez retrouver le planning et les realisations des chantiers precedents sur le site de l association : https://basenaturevercors.org/realisations/

LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE

Vous serez loges sous tente (de type Quechua) sur le site de la Grange aux loups et vous disposerez de sanitaires et de douches sur le site. Une cuisine amenagee en plein air et un espace de vie seront aussi a votre disposition. Pour creer une cohesion de groupe, les telephones portables, ne seront a disposition qu une heure par jour (au moment de la douche), decision qui sera prise d un commun accord. Avec l aide de vos animateurs, vous participerez activement l organisation de la vie quotidienne : preparation des repas, vaisselle, rangement, menage, entretien du jardin. Dans la mesure du possible, les repas seront elabores a partir de produits locaux et biologiques, refletant l engagement de l association Base Nature Vercors envers la gestion responsable des ressources et des dechets, ainsi que la tracabilite des aliments. Dans cette perspective, la reduction de la consommation de viande durant le chantier pourrait etre envisagee, diminuant ainsi l empreinte ecologique sur l environnement. Amateur de vie en plein air, ce chantier est fait pour vous

SITUATION

Situee au coeur du Parc naturel regional du Vercors, la Base Nature Vercors est implantee a quelques kilometres du centre de Vassieux-en-Vercors. Village de montagne situe a plus de 1 000m d altitude, il fut un haut lieu de la Resistance francaise durant la Seconde Guerre mondiale. Un musee consacre a l histoire des maquis vous permettra de decouvrir ce pan d histoire locale. Vous pourrez organiser de nombreuses activites de loisirs et decouvertes avec les animateurs de l association : randonnees, jeux collectifs, visite chez les producteurs locaux, visite d une ressourcerie. Le site de Base Nature Vercors vous donnera un apercu du lieu et des activites locales : https://basenaturevercors.org/

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The Asociacion Las Ninas del Tul, based in Granada, Spain, is a cultural organization with over 20 years of experience in youth work and non-formal education. The association focuses on promoting values such as tolerance, equality, and inclusion through cultural and educational activities. Their initiatives empower young people and marginalized groups by fostering active participation, creativity, and personal growth. The Fundacion Lestonnac Montaigne, rooted in the Compania de Maria, is dedicated to providing socio-educational support to vulnerable groups, including at-risk youth, women, and families. Based in Andalucia, the foundation emphasizes integral development, equality of opportunity, and community resilience. Through its network of professionals and volunteers, the foundation creates impactful opportunities for learning and empowerment. Together, these partners offer volunteers the chance to contribute to meaningful projects that combine cultural enrichment, education, and social impact, fostering solidarity and shared growth.This activity is part of ESC High Priority Area VEIL-CORPS funded by the European Union in the frame of the European Solidarity Corps Programme.

TRAVAIL

Volunteers will support the summer school in La Paz, a neighborhood facing risks of social exclusion. The school serves approximately 70 children aged 5 to 19, divided into four age groups. Volunteers will assist with daily activities, including preparing breakfast, helping with homework, organizing leisure-time activities such as workshops, games, swimming pool visits, and coordinating lunch breaks. During Fridays, the schedule extends to include excursions, offering educational and recreational experiences for the children. Volunteers may occasionally prepare activities after lunch, staying slightly longer, though not beyond 16:30. Weekends are free for volunteers. Through their involvement, volunteers contribute to creating a supportive and engaging environment that fosters personal growth and social inclusion for the children. This project also provides volunteers with valuable experience in working with diverse age groups and making a meaningful difference in the lives of the participants.

LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE

Volunteers will stay in a centrally located flat with three rooms, sharing accommodations with people of the same gender (two per room). The flat is equipped with all necessary facilities, including a kitchen, laundry services, a common living room, and a shared bathroom. Volunteers will receive euro6 per day (euro96 total) as pocket money. Breakfast and lunch during activity days will be covered by the project, while volunteers will receive an additional euro60 in total for dinner and weekend meals, which they can prepare themselves using the kitchen.

SITUATION

The flat s central location allows volunteers to enjoy nearby attractions, including the Cathedral, Albayzin, and the iconic Alhambra Palace. Additionally, the area features numerous bars and terraces close to the accommodation. Bus transportation to the summer school will be provided, ensuring convenient commutes for volunteers.

BESOIN SPÉCIAL

To participate, volunteers must provide a criminal sexual record certificate confirming the absence of any sexual criminal record, as this is mandatory for working with children in Spain. Without this document, participation cannot be accommodated. Basic knowledge of Spanish is highly desirable. Previous experience in organising leisure activities and summer camps is helpful. Candidates must be 18 to 30 years old and reside in one of the eligible countries. When adding together this new volunteering opportunity and any previous participation in EU volunteering programmes, the total duration cannot exceed 12 months.

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Niche au coeur des Alpes savoyardes, Aillon-le-Jeune est un veritable petit tresor de montagne. Perchee a 1000 metres d altitude, cette ancienne station alpine offre des panoramas a couper le souffle sur les massifs environnants. A seulement une trentaine de minutes de Chambery et moins d une heure d Annecy, c est une destination ideale pour les amoureux de nature, de tranquillite et de randonnees en pleine montagne. Situe au sein du Parc naturel regional du Massif des Bauges et labellise Geoparc mondial UNESCO, le village offre un cadre naturel exceptionnel. Un lieu preserve, propice a la deconnexion… et aux grands bols d air pur. Un terrain de jeu grandeur nature pour les amateurs d activites en plein air et d evasion sauvage.

TRAVAIL

La commune d Aillon-le-Jeune abrite un patrimoine discret mais remarquable, avec notamment la Chapelle de la Correrie et une croix de cimetiere datant du XIIIe siecle. Malheureusement, ce precieux patrimoine souffre aujourd hui d un manque de valorisation : le mur d enceinte qui les protege est en ruine. 127919; Votre mission : lui redonner vie et preserver ce lieu charge d histoire Pour cela, vous travaillerez de 8h a midi et 14h a 16h30 le lundi et le mardi, puis de 8h a midi le mercredi, jeudi et vendredi. 128736;65039; Les travaux a realiserLe mur s etend sur 65 metres, mais l intervention se concentrera sur les 15 premiers metres, les plus fragilises et menacant directement les tombes voisines. Encadres par des specialistes i dont un ancien murailler-caladeur i vous apprendrez pas a pas les techniques traditionnelles de la maconnerie en pierre seche. Du demontage du mur a la selection des pierres, en passant par le nivellement du sol, chaque etape vous plongera dans la rigueur et la beaute de cette technique ancestrale. Vous participerez ensuite a la reconstruction minutieuse du mur, pierre apres pierre, jusqu a la pose finale des couvertines- avec des materiaux d exception and 129521;Une belle occasion d allier apprentissage, patrimoine et action concrete au service du territoire, le tout dans une ambiance decontractee et interculturelle

LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE

Pendant toute la duree du chantier, vous serez heberge e s sous tente au camping d Aillon, au coeur d un environnement naturel exceptionnel. Le camping est equipe de sanitaires en dur et de douches, pour un confort de base mais bienvenu apres une journee de chantier et d activites 129749; Un espace de restauration convivial sera mis en place pour partager les repas, prepares avec soin par les volontaires, dans une ambiance chaleureuse et collective.Ce mode d hebergement, simple mais authentique, permet de vivre au rythme de la nature tout en renforcant la cohesion du groupe. Une vraie vie de camp, version montagne

SITUATION

Un temps libre riche en decouvertes :En dehors du chantier, votre sejour sera egalement rythme par des activites variees, des moments de detente et des decouvertes culturelles et naturelles. Vous vivrez une experience collective enrichissante au coeur du Massif des Bauges.129406; Randonnees et immersion en pleine natureVous aurez l occasion de partir en randonnee a travers les paysages exceptionnels du Parc naturel regional : forets, cretes, sentiers secrets, faune sauvage- Un cadre ideal pour vous ressourcer et vous reconnecter a la nature. Les plus curieux pourront egalement s initier a la speleologie, une veritable randonnee souterraine accessible en autonomie ou accompagnee.127946; Moments de fra.cheurLa piscine municipale, recemment renovee, sera accessible pour des moments de detente et de convivialite. Vous pourrez egalement explorer les rivieres environnantes, ideales pour se rafra.chir ou simplement profiter du calme et de la beaute des lieux.128004; A la rencontre du terroir savoyardVotre sejour sera l occasion de decouvrir la richesse gastronomique locale. Vous pourrez visiter la fromagerie du Val d Aillon, qui produit notamment les celebres Tomes des Bauges AOP, et son musee consacre a la fabrication du fromage. La Ferme de la Correrie vous ouvrira egalement ses portes pour assister a la traite des vaches et decouvrir la vie agricole de la region.127961;65039; Decouverte des villes alentourGrace a trois liaisons de bus quotidiennes dans chaque sens entre Aillon et Chambery, ainsi qu un service de transport a la demande desservant l ensemble du massif des Bauges, vous pourrez facilement organiser des sorties a Annecy, Chambery ou Aix-les-Bains et le lac du Bourget. Ces villes offrent un riche patrimoine, des marches, des ruelles pittoresques et des lacs propices a la detente.127922; Activites de groupe et animationsTout au long du sejour, des temps forts seront proposes : jeux collectifs, tournois sportifs (volley, football, badminton), ateliers creatifs, veillees et soirees festives. Vous aurez egalement acces a diverses infrastructures de loisirs : mini-golf, pump track, via ferrata d initiation, parc aventure, etc127881; Vie collective et moments de partageVous participerez a des temps conviviaux avec les habitants, comme un pot d accueil ou un repas international prepare par les volontaires. Enfin, des votre arrivee, vous assisterez aux festivites des 60 ans de la station : fete de village, repas partage et feu d artifice seront au programme.128073; Un sejour place sous le signe de la nature, de la rencontre et du vivre-ensemble, dans un cadre exceptionnel et une ambiance chaleureuse.

BESOIN SPÉCIAL

Dans le cadre de la vie de groupe, des qualites telles que l ecoute, le respect, la tolerance et l ouverture d esprit seront requises.

PARTENAIRE

This camp is part of SEEDS ongoing efforts to raise awareness, promote engagement inenvironmental 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 challengesthrough 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 (theIcelandic Environmental Organization), the EcoVillage at Solheimar, the Icelandic Ministry for Environment andNatural 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 ourpartners including working in the forestry section and vegetable greenhouses in the EcoVillage, as well asparticipating in a nationwide project to raise awareness of ocean pollution, plastic waste, and engage the groupin hands-on cleanup efforts in the area, allowing volunteers to make a direct impact

TRAVAIL

This project is located on the beautiful Snaefellsnes Peninsula, we will be based in the town of Grundarfjorour, working on diverse tasks related to nature, environment and outdoor recreation.The main tasks of the project will be environmentally related, such as planting trees and other vegetation; maintenance or infrastructure tasks such as creating and fixing walking paths in the recreational areas of the town and social tasks as: painting and fixing fences and play structures for the local school or kindergarten. The tree-planting project is very important for biodiversity and to provide shelter from the wind; while the well maintained paths enable people to visit these amazing areas without damaging the surroundings and in addition SEEDS volunteers work helps to improve safety for visitors. The group can be split up for different projects, but it will never be less than two working together. The working day normally runs from 09:00 – 17:00 with breaks for lunch and coffee. No previous experience is necessary but the work is demanding and might require a good physical condition. As it is outdoors work, volunteers shall be ready to adapt and be flexible, as depending on the weather, the work plan might change with short notice or the group may not be able to perform some of the tasks or activities planned. Volunteers need to be prepared for working outdoors, be prepared to experience all kinds of weather and bring warm winter clothes as the tasks take place outside and it could get rather cold even in summer. Bring warm under-layers, waterproofs, walking shoes/boots, a good sleeping bag, hat, scarves and gloves.

LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE

SEEDS volunteers will live and sleep in the facilities of the local elementary school in shared rooms. The facilities are basic with an equipped kitchen and bathrooms in the school, while the showers will be at the local swimming pool. Please bring your own sleeping bag, swim gear 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

The Snaefellsnes Peninsula is a region in Western Iceland, located between Reykjavik and the Westfjords. The area is a popular destination amongst tourists and locals alike.The Peninsula is known for incredibly beautiful and dramatic landscapes, and a common knowledge amongst Icelanders is that the area is the only part of Iceland where you can see all of the unique natural elements in one place. In other words, the Snaefellsnes Peninsula has everything to offer, from untouched lava fields, tall volcanoes, mystical glaciers and black beaches to white beaches, a National Park and hazardous cliffs along the coastline. Free time activities in the area include hikes or walks in the surroundings.

BESOIN SPÉCIAL

Volunteers should be motivated to experience life in a very isolated but extremely beautiful part of Iceland. Weather in Iceland is unpredictable and it can be cold or rainy even in summer. Participants should bring good walking shoes, hiking boots, working clothes, warm clothes, rainproof coats, scarves, gloves and hats. English will be the language in the camp; intermediate conversational skills are needed.

PARTENAIRE

The Emmaus Community of Quarrata is part of the global Emmaus Movement, which aims to combat poverty and social exclusion through the principles of work, sharing, and mutual aid. Emmaus takes part as well in solidarity actions in Italy and around the world and raise awareness about their values and mission. Our main activities include the collection, reuse, and recycling of used materials, displayed at the Solidarity Flea Market. We also maintain an organic vegetable garden and care for the community s green spaces. Volunteers will spend their days participating in activities and sharing free time with the people hosted by the community.

TRAVAIL

Volunteers will participate in the classic activities of collecting, sorting, selling, recycling, and repairing materials that characterize Emmaus communities. They will work alongside local volunteers and community members, both in activities and leisure moments. Volunteers will help organize the solidarity flea market, select and place materials for the market, and participate in the organic zero-mileage vegetable garden. Those interested in salvaging and restyling can assist with improvement projects and workshops such as gardening, painting, wood working, tailoring and space recovery. The main focus of the camp is to regenerate and transform in a creative and sustainable way of thinking the community leaving and working spaces.

LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE

Volunteers will sleep in the community hall and in other rooms where mattresses and/or camp beds will be provided, there will be separated rooms for girls and boys. The site includes a shaded garden, toilets, showers, hot and drinking water, and electricity. Lunch is prepared by the Community while the volunteer will take care of the dinner. The main diet is Vegetarian/Vegan and meat/fish will be included twice a week.

SITUATION

Volunteers can visit nearby places on their own costs. Florence and other locations such Prato e Pistoia can be reached by public transportation. The community is located in a little hill surrounded by a beatifull landscape typical from Tuscany and the Market is in the Village of Quarrata. Excursions and visits of cultural and natural places are organized by the Community as part of the experience.

BESOIN SPÉCIAL

Volunteers should have an interest in charity work and previous volunteering experience is very welcome.

PARTENAIRE

The Association San Giovanni Apostolo , founded in 2000, is a local Centro di Animazione Territoriale (Community Animation Center) working with children, youth, young adults, and families in Palermo s suburban area. The center promotes personal growth, mutual cooperation, and the exchange of experiences with other public and private entities. The center aims to foster the development of young people in a stimulating and enriching environment, based on values of solidarity, mutual support, and professional growth. Activities focus on group and individual efforts to build a sense of community ownership and develop social attitudes among young people. Regular activities include after-school support, guitar lessons, sports initiatives, and creative workshops (drawing, theater, sewing). The center also organizes annual football tournaments with other local youth centers to promote social inclusion and civic education through sports. It serves minors and young people aged 6 to 25 facing socio-economic and cultural disadvantages, offering diversified services and activities to support their personal growth.This activity is part of ESC High Priority Area VEIL-CORPS funded by the European Union in the frame of the European Solidarity Corps Programme.

TRAVAIL

The volunteers will support the San Giovanni Apostolo youth workers in the implementation of the summer activities. Their tasks will include the organization of various workshops aimed at children and young people, such as games, sports events, creative labs, and educational workshops. These activities are designed to promote personal growth, social inclusion, and community engagement among the participants. In addition, volunteers are requested to organise workshops and entertainment activities for kids and youngsters of the youth center. The volunteers will take part in external excursions, including a visit to a water park and memorial places to combine fun and educational moments together with youngsters of the youth center. Through their involvement, volunteers will contribute to creating a intercultural and stimulating environment for all. This project not only benefits the youth but also offers volunteers the opportunity to gain valuable experience and make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. Children and youngsters of the youth center have a basic knowledge of english.

LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE

Volunteers will be hosted in a hostel located in the city centre, in 4-bed shared rooms. Meals are provided by local restaurants, there is no kitchen available for cooking. InformaGiovani ETS will support for the local transport

SITUATION

The accomodation is located in Palermo city center. In their free time volunteers can visit Palermo and other nearby cities by using public transports

BESOIN SPÉCIAL

Criminal record is mandatory to participate. Volunteers should have an interest in spending educational and recreational time with children, be patient, have empathy and good communication skills with young people. They are expected to be responsible since some activities will be implemented out of the youth center. As activities include sports, creative workshops and educational sessions, creativity and a proactive attitude are very welcomed. Strong teamwork skills are essential as volunteers will be working with staff and peers. Candidates must be 18 to 30 years old and reside in one of the eligible countries. When adding together this new volunteering opportunity and any previous participation in EU volunteering programmes, the total duration cannot exceed 12 months.

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Dazhuang Community Development Association

TRAVAIL

Goals:1.Learn about the culture of Chinese Temple in Taiwan.2.Volunteers will participate in health promotion activities with elders and share their exotic cultures with children to broaden horizons and give local people unique country experiences.3.Due to international young people come into village, we also expect that local guys will take chance to introduce native features to them so that will be more interested in participating in activities in our community during and after this project.W:1.Accompany with elders: The community facility holds health activities five times a week. Volunteers will participate, design interesting games, and prepare performances so that elders can experience different country cultures, have fun, and learn new things from different perspectives.2.Local ceremonies participation: Stuff preparation for annual Chinese Temple event. 3.Culture sharing: Share authentic country s festive culture with elders and children.

LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE

1.Participants will stay in community and work together. Please bring own sleeping bag2.Washing and dry machine are provided.

SITUATION

T: Taoyuan International Airport or Taichung international airport for some Asia countriesLocation: Dazhuang Community of Taichung City, TaiwanNo.1, Ln. 168, Wenhua St., Wuqi Dist., Taichung City 435, Taiwan Google Map: and 21488;20013;24066;26791;26866;21312;22823;24196;31038;21312;30332;23637;21332;26371;Taichung Port, located in the Wuqi District of Taichung, is the second-largest international commercial port in Taiwan and the 97th largest in the world. MITSUI OUTLET PARK is the first seaport-themed shopping mall in the Taichung port district of Taiwan. Our community, Dazhuang Community, is situated in the Taichung port district and is the largest community in Wuqi District with a strong agricultural culture. The blend of urban and traditional cultures makes Dazhuang Community a unique cultural feature in the area. It also has the highest population of both elderly and young people, with one out of every nine residents being an elder. As a result, Dazhuang Community has been dedicated to taking care of the elderly and will organize more plans and activities for teenagers in 2019. With more volunteers joining the community, we hope to offer better care and education to the elderly and young people and infuse much vigor into the community.

BESOIN SPÉCIAL

1.Please note that the schedule is subject to change due to potential inclement weather or geographical limitations. It s essential to remain flexible to deal with unexpected modifications.2.Please be awared that volunteers are responsible for their own expenses at free time such as transportation, meals, and anything else.3.We highly recommend volunteers to bring their own creative ideas for activities, such as traditional/local outfits, games, performances, snacks, arts and cultural items, and other special items to share with local people.4.It would be great to have local ingredients/sauces that stands for your countries to share with.

PARTENAIRE

This camp is organized for teenagers by youth sport club Lukas-Basket which has been running national youth camps for 25 years and International ones for the past 12 years. International teenage camps will be hosted on seaside in the West of Estonia in Laanemaa County in the municipality of Nova. Beautiful nature, numerous historical places, 200 years long tradition of health resort, unique cultural events are the treasures of the County. Nova with warm sea, white sand, mushroom and berry crops, picturesque lakes, cobble stone road and many places of interest is ideal place for leisure. The aim of Nova camp is to give young people possibility to have active, healthy and meaningful summer vacations with different sport adventures, to enjoy unspoiled nature and to learn to live in harmony with it, also to explore and realize their own capacities and limits. The program will include water activities, sport and ball games, eco-hikes, bicycle trips to places of interest, horse riding, fishing, rowing, acquaintance with local culture and many other exciting things. Mens sana in corpore sano (Healthy Spirit in Healthy Body) i this is the message of the camp Besides all this, camp gives possibility for intensive contacts between local youth and their peers from abroad, showing youngsters the diversity of world cultures, broadening their horizons and encouraging active communication through games and creative activities. Finally, there will be some voluntary work for nature protection and to support local community. The area of the camp is about 3 hectares and it can host over 60 youngsters on one shift. The age of local participants is 10-18. Local teenagers are mainly Russian-speaking of minority communities of Estonia. Videos from past camps are available here https://www.facebook.com/100001353283293/videos/1230983641495965/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nwTAJF6pIGsfeature=youtu.be

TRAVAIL

ProgramThere are diverse activities in the camp program: canoeing, water scootering, running ATV, paintball in the forest, sport games – football, rugby, volleyball, athletics, table tennis, archery, frisbee, disc-golf, trampolines, different competitions, forest cross, sport orientation in the forest on and on sea (navigation), fishing, Viking boats, bicycle trips to explore the area, visit to the horse farm with horse riding, excursions historical places of interest in the area, active games and adventure trail in Roosta Adventure Park, picnics on a seaside, building sand and stones castles on the beach, Estonian sauna party, etc. Bikes are available for the whole camp duration free of charge. WorkThere will be also some voluntary work such as painting of community buildings, making wooden toys and games for local orphanage, repairing benches and tables, cleaning local beach and old local park from garbage, planting trees, little renovation works in the local school, clearing pavement, helping seniors living in the community with some household duties, preparing fire woods for heating, berries and herbs picking to give the crop to the orphanage and seniors home, duty in a kitchen and around the camp once in a shift, etc. The work will be organised in cooperation with local forestry department, municipality of Nova and local school. Please note that the work described above is planned for the whole summer and it may change from one shift to another depending on local needs, the season and weather conditions.

LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE

AccommodationIn wooden huts set by the local school nearby the seaside (500 m away). Please bring your sleeping bag and mat. Showers, toilets are provided in the school and there will be additional bio-toilets set on camping site. You can have traditional Estonian sauna every dayCateringMeals are served 3 times a day. There are water machines with cold water in the school complex. Catering takes place in the schools mess hall or into the lager tent outside near the mess. Meals are cooked by professional cooks. However participants will be asked to help cleaning.Medical AidCamp staff members have medical certificates and are able to provide the first aid. And there is a car on call 24/7 which goes to the nearest hospital, which is 40km away, in more serious case of any emergency.

SITUATION

LocationNova is one of 11 municipalities of Laanemaa with about 400 inhabitants, located on the seaside 90 km west from capital of Estonia Tallinn and 40 km north from Haapsalu, famous spa town with many historic and cultural sites. More information on www.novavald.ee/index.php/1 The camp is located on Nova basic Schools territory (www.nova.edu.ee)Surroundings and camps infrastructureSchoolhouseSports hallTable tennisWooden housesInformation centreRefreshments stall with water coolersGym equipment for fitness exercises on schools territoryFootball fieldBasketball court on the schools territoryVolleyball court on the beach4 lakes within 4 km from the camp side2 sand beaches in the distance from 0,5-7 kmForest Management Centre wooden tents with table and grill for picnic near the beachGrocery store and cafe 0,5 km awayHiking paths marked by Forest Department

BESOIN SPÉCIAL

Special requirementsParticipants have to be sporty (e.g. be ready to run up to 3 km, bike up to 30 km), independent enough, curious and interested in active life style. Please inform us beforehand about allergies, dietary requirements you have or others prescriptions from your doctor. Please bring sleeping bag and mat, wind and waterproof clothes, goods shoes, warm and summer clothes. It s advisable to take thermal underwear. If possible, please take tick vaccination before coming. Generally, age of participants is 14-17, however exceptions are possible. NB Smoking, drinking alcohol, using drugs is absolutely prohibited in the camp and this policy will be followed strictly Thus, if you cannot quit smoking for a while it is probably better not to come. Camp common language is English. Local languages are Estonian and Russian.Participation feeUnlike the normal camp there will be not too much of work here. Nevertheless, participants will be provided with board, lodging, local transportation and all equipment necessary to realize camp program. Besides, program involves a lot of extra costs for excursions, trips out, visits, sport activities, equipment, materials and general administration and leadership. Since neither EstYES nor its local camp partner, does not receive financial support for this camp from municipality or private sources, to realize this camp we have to charge participation fee of 500 Euro, which covers all camp and program costs including transfer from Tallinn to and from the camp, and which has to be paid by bank transfer before the camp or by participants upon arrival to the camp. The bank details will be provided after the acceptance of the participant to the camp. NB Participants coming from outside Europe are asked to consult with us before paying fee by bank transfer to reduce high banking charges.

PARTENAIRE

This project is organized for local children by The Language School In Down-Town and the non-profit educational association Alternative Language Programs Satellite (ALPS) as part of their annual activities on multicultural issues for youth. Some international teenage participants may randomly join. The common project s aim is to introduce the diversity of world cultures to children and provide them with good practices in intercultural communication using the learning-by-doing method and organizing alternative English language practice. The project gets youngsters familiar with customs and traditions of the countries from all over the world and encourages them to develop their cross-cultural thinking and tolerance as well as global thinking and individual initiative. This summer we offer you to participate in our project called KALEIDOSCOPE . We invite camp participants to discuss ideas of chaos and order, mess and harmony. Together, we will discover our own infinite potential and freedom to create new patterns of life, same way as we create patterns out of random single pieces of colourful glass twisting a kaleidoscope. We will learn how to find harmony in apparent disorder and use chaos as a tool for stress relief, how to turn imperfection into the source of true beauty and embrace uncertainty to make our life journey more successful, unique and vibrant. Camp participants will gain ideas and skills how to deal with millions of combinations of the world s reality. Meetings with local and/or international professionals in the field will take place. Thematic photo and video contests for camp participants will be organized.NB It is possible and you are welcome to apply for 2 shifts in a row EST DT1 EST DT2 or EST DT3 EST DT4

TRAVAIL

Activating kids in the city camp and providing them with cross-cultural learning experience. Volunteers will do it by using various informal methods of teaching as well as small group techniques. The activities to be held by a team of volunteers may include the following: playing the games and performing music that are popular in the countries the volunteers represent; training kids to perform pieces of amateur drama; preparing festivals; providing intellectual and sport games as well as discussions; preparing quests to combine with excursions round the places of interest; organizing actions for peace and nature protection; leading and supporting kids in their work on the team projects within the topics related to the main theme of the summer. Volunteers are responsible for the day activities in the camp. The work can be quite hard, involving long working hours, requiring high level of commitment and responsibility. You will stay with campers from 10:00 to 17:00 (45-minute lunch is included) and spend about another hour to prepare and finalize next day activities and feedback. Working days are from Monday to Friday plus one duty Saturday; Sundays are days off except the one after arrival. The local participants are mainly youngsters from minority groups of Tallinn whose family s languages include Russian. Based on the previous year, we expect a number of kids/teens participants in one camp shift as up to 40. Volunteers will work in pairs facilitating and leading a smaller group of 10 – 12 children or less during the day and change the groups every 2-3 days.During the first three days of the workcamp after arrival, volunteers will be given the training on the camp methodology and some time to prepare themselves to meet the kids/teens on Monday and further carry out their tasks in the camp. For this reason, it is important to arrive on time.

LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE

There are 2 options possible (subject to availability, which will become clear by the start of the project):1) The premises of The Language School In Down-Town located on the 4th and 5th floors of a business building in the city centre. In summer time, a part of the school is reserved for the volunteers accommodation that includes several separate dormitory bedrooms, a fitted kitchen, a small dining area, a large shower area and two separate toilet cabins. Bed linen, towels, pillows and blankets will be provided, so you do NOT need to bring a sleeping bag unless you want so. For the reasons of security, volunteers will be issued only one set of keys. To facilitate a smooth and safe environment at school during the off-hours, the entrance to the school must be kept closed at all times. The access to the school and accommodation areas will be managed by long-term volunteers or school staff. Please be aware that between 01:00 a.m. and 09:00 a.m. the access to the building will be closed. Catering will be organized by the school on an agreement with the volunteers (selection of times, meals – provided or volunteers cook, etc.).2) A furnished shared apartment in the residential area of Tallinn. Volunteers will be issued two sets of keys. The apartment has three-four dormitory bedrooms and all necessary facilities, and it takes about 20 minutes to get to the city center by public transport. Public transport cards will be provided. Volunteers will cook their breakfast meals themselves (food for a standard European breakfast will be provided); dinner meals will be served at school between 18:00 and 19:00; lunches will be organized for the whole camp (including kids/teens) in the city centre.Please note: it is not possible to stay at any of the camp accommodation options before or after the camp arrival and departure days. If you need a place to stay before or after the workcamp dates, we can help you to book a hostel in Tallinn.

SITUATION

LocationCamp takes place in the school that is situated in the center of Tallinn, Estonian capital www.visittallinn.ee/eng Leisure timeThere are a lot of possibilities for leisure time activities as the camp takes place in the capital where one can find attractions for all tastes: sightseeing and museums, festivals, concerts, live music, pubs, etc. The camp provides an excellent opportunity to establish contacts with young Estonians and to experience the local life.

BESOIN SPÉCIAL

Special requirementsYou have to be really motivated to work with kids. Please provide a letter of your motivation along with the application form. An experience of working with children is an advantage. Your ideas and actual preparation to do the activities for kids are essential, so a successful volunteer will be required to meet the team online to discuss and complete some preliminary preparation. We ask you to bring some materials: postcards, posters, symbols of your country, music or popular national games etc., which can be used during your country presentation. We expect active volunteers with a good knowledge of history and culture of their country as well as with an ability and wish to present it to others in a creative way. B2 level of English is required. The age of volunteers is from 20 to 33. Please note that before making a final decision about your participation in the camp, the project coordinator will have a video interview with you.Participation feeWe ask participants to contribute 50 Euro towards the costs of general administration. If you apply for two shifts in a row the participation fee is 80 Euro. This fee has to be paid by bank transfer before the beginning of the camp. If you cannot make it, please contact your sending organization for a solution.

PARTENAIRE

Depuis une dizaine dannee, lassociation Crest Jazz, qui organise le ) Crest Jazz Festival i et le ) Concours i accueille une equipe de jeunes volontaires internationaux. Tres reconnu dans le monde de la scene Jazz, ce festival accueille pres de 10 000 spectateurs chaque annee. Pendant 7 soirees, des artistes internationaux et des jeunes talents se produisent sur 2 scenes auxquels vous pourrez assister librement (Pass gratuit). Cet evenement demande une preparation materielle importante et mobilise une centaine de benevoles. Votre mission sera dapporter votre soutien en amont, pendant et apres le festival.

TRAVAIL

Vous participerez a la vie du festival encadres par les benevoles du Crest Jazz.Vous aiderez a la mise en place des infrastructures du site : installation des 2 scenes, des loges, buvette, cantine, bureau … puis a la fin au demontage et au rangement de tout le materiel du festival. Pendant le festival, vous gererez quotidiennement la proprete des sanitaires et du site incluant le ramassage tri selectif des dechets. Les horaires de travail sont de 3-4 heures chaque matin, mais peuvent etre variables suivant les besoins des equipes. Le reste du temps sera dedie aux loisirs et a la vie de groupe. Durant le chantier, votre motivation est indispensable. Les taches sur le festival peuvent etre physiques, salissantes (transport du materiel) mais necessaires a sa reussite. Vous devez etre particulierement dynamique, enthousiaste et pret a rencontrer le public et les nombreux benevoles presents. Ce chantier vous permettra de decouvrir la logistique necessaire a la mise en place et a la conduite dun festival. Vous developperez vos capacites dadaptabilite, de polyvalence et de responsabilite. Votre dynamisme et votre reactivite seront egalement renforces. Un planning vous sera remis en debut de chantier et fera appel a votre ecoute, votre autonomie et votre rigueur. La vie de groupe viendra consolider ces competences humaines.

LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE

Vous serez heberges en centre ville, dans les anciennes chambres destinees aux instituteurs situees au premier etage de lecole publique. Vous disposerez sur place dun WC et dune douche. Votre lieu de vie se situe dans un autre batiment a proximite o u une cuisine, une douche et un WC supplementaires seront a votre disposition. Chaque volontaire sera amene a prendre une part active dans la vie collective du groupe : preparation des repas, nettoyage de la vaisselle, menage des sanitaires et locaux.

SITUATION

Situee dans la Vallee du Rhone et aux portes de la Provence et du Diois, Crest compte 9 000 habitants. Ancienne ville medievale et riche de son patrimoine, Crest possede le plus haut donjon de France (hauteur 52m). Tres animee en periode estivale, la commune offre de multiples activites tant sportives que culturelles : visite du Centre dart, visite de la Tour, concerts gratuits, piscines, randonnees, visite de Valence. Vous serez souvent en contact avec les benevoles de lassociation Crest Jazz vocal et partagerez de nombreux moments dechange. Vous pourrez flaner dans les rues commercantes de Crest, particulierement animees en periode estivale. Le site de la ville vous donnera un apercu du lieu et des activites locales : http://www.mairie-crest.fr/.

BESOIN SPÉCIAL

Prevoir des habits (short et tee shirt) pour des taches salissantes et une bonne paire de chaussures (type basket).

PARTENAIRE

Host organisation is the community of Weingarten/Pfalz and the sports club: Sportverein Weingarten 2007 e.V. near Germersheim.It is a workcamp including German language training. The lectures will be daily, two hours per day (excluding Saturdays and Sundays, when the group will go on excursions). The basis of the lecture will be first: communication; and second: grammar. The teachers will be speakers from University of Mainz. The language courses of 2016-2019 and 2023-2024 have all shown very good results.The volunteers are assigned to 3 language courses. Therefore, indicate your language skill in your CV.A) Beginner knowledge required, so that they can communicate in German with the other group members. Improvement of the existing skills is one of the goals of this course.B) Good German knowledge required (B2/C1) – German for Engineers as specialty. This is a rare course – you don t find it elsewhere.C) Very good German knowledge required (C1). Improvement of the very good skills is one of the goals of this course.For all participants a training for writing and presenting applications at companies and universities is included.

TRAVAIL

Participants will also have to do various manual tasks to prepare the area around the arena. Gardening work is included Working time will be about 2-5 hours daily, excluding Saturdays and Sundays.

LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE

Accommodation will be in the main building of the Arena with several bedrooms (6-13 beds in each), kitchen, separated bathrooms and showers. Cooking, cleaning, shopping etc. will be done by the group itself. Like in each workcamp, accommodation, food and travel-costs for excursions are free, as well as materials/copies needed for the lectures.

SITUATION

The Arena in Weingarten is close to Germersheim and Speyer, 50 km southwest of Heidelberg. It has 20.000 inhabitants, including 3.000 students. There is also the study center for Digital Engineering of the university of applied science Kaiserslautern. Weingarten itself has a nice Arena with sports facilities. One of our goals is that the volunteers participate in sport activities of the SV Weingarten. The camp is located approx. 10 km away from the city centre of Speyer and Germersheim. Please look at the map, there are about 15 Weingartens in Germany. Please travel to Weingarten in Pfalz Terminal: bus station Weingarten/Pfalz and train station Lingenfeld; next airports:Karlsruhe/Baden, Frankfurt/Main, Stuttgart, Strasbourg/Alsace. The German federal and state governments have agreed on a way to fund the 58-euro Deutschlandticket for 2025. This means that this summer it is very cheap to travel all over Germany. In 2023 and 2024 this has been used by almost all participants to save money while traveling in July and August in Germany. It is also possible to arrive one or 2 days earlier so that you can reduce your travel costs.One goal is that the volunteers participate in sports activities. We plan sports activities, which consist for example of football training, swimming, gymnastics and tennis. These sports courses are open for all participants. Therefore, bring your preferred sports equipment e.g. swimming, football, tennis, gymnastics etc. with youTravelling and sightseeing tours will be mostly in the region Rhein/Neckar. Also to some companies like Mercedes and SAP.

BESOIN SPÉCIAL

Extra fee includes language course and most activities: 200 Euro to be paid upon arrival (or to be transferred in advance).Please send your CV in the Europass format to your sending organisation

PARTENAIRE

The Environmental Awareness 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. Closest International Airport: Keflavik/Reykjavik (KEF). Bus station: Central Reykjavik (BS). Additional excursions (eg. Golden Circle or the South Shore) can be arranged at discount fares depending on time availability, weather conditions, and the number of participants interested in joining them.Weather may be cold or rainy, so we recommend bringing warm and/or waterproof clothes.

PARTENAIRE

International language camp is organized for teenagers by The Language School In Down-Town and the non-profit educational association Alternative Language Programs Satellite (ALP S) as part of their annual activities on multicultural issues for youth. The project s aim is to introduce the diversity of world cultures to the youth and provide them with good practices in intercultural communication by means of alternative English language practice which includes meetings, visits and direct contacts to young people from abroad. The project gets teens of 14 to 16 years old familiar with national traditions of the countries from all over the world, encourages them to develop their global thinking and individual initiative, tolerance and resistance to xenophobia and ethnic hatred. Camps give foreign participants a great chance to meet youngsters both from Estonia and other countries as well as to experience local life. This summer we offer you to participate in our project called KALEIDOSCOPE . We invite camp participants to discuss ideas of chaos and order, mess and harmony. Together, we will discover our own infinite potential and freedom to create new patterns of life, same way as we create patterns out of random single pieces of colourful glass twisting a kaleidoscope. We will learn how to find harmony in apparent disorder and use chaos as a tool for stress relief, how to turn imperfection into the source of true beauty and embrace uncertainty to make our life journey more successful, unique and vibrant. Camp participants will gain ideas and skills how to deal with a million of combinations of the world s reality.Meetings with local and/or international professionals in the field will take place. Thematic photo and video contests for camp participants will be organized.

TRAVAIL

ProgramCamp program includes team projects, discussions at the round table, social and sport games, performances in the open air, actions for peace and nature protection, meetings with people, visits to museums and sightseeing as well as presentations of the countries that camp participants and volunteers represent, etc. Every day the camp will have a country presentation, a subject to learn or discuss and a related activity. Teenagers will stay in the camp activities zone from 10:00 to 17:00. There will be one day off in the camp and at least one day of travel outside Tallinn. The day off is spent either under the leadership of a member of the school staff or in the host family. Camp activities will take place in the premises of the language school that is situated in the very centre of the city. To activate teenagers and run the program, there will be a group of international volunteers and members of the local school staff. Longer camp shifts include one trip outside Tallinn.

LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE

AccommodationThere are 2 options possible (subject to availability, which will become clear by the beginning of the camp):1) In the premises of The Language School In Down-Town located on the 4th and 5th floors of a business building in the city centre. In summer time, a part of the school is reserved for the camp participants accommodation that includes several separate dormitory bedrooms, a fitted kitchen, a dining area, a large shower area and two separate toilet cabins. Apart from bedrooms, the tea-room for rest will be also organized where teenagers might watch films, read and play board games enjoying soft sofas. Bed linen, pillows and blankets will be provided, so you do NOT need to bring a sleeping bag unless you want so. For the reasons of security, minimum one school staff member and one volunteer will be staying with camp participants overnights to maintain life, catering and general order on the site. To facilitate a smooth and safe environment at school during the off-hours, the entrance to the school must be kept closed at all times. The access to the school and accommodation areas will be managed by long-term volunteers or school staff. Please be aware that you must be inside by 22:00 the latest unless supervised outside by a school staff member. Participants will have breakfasts and dinners at school, lunches i together with other camp participants.2) In the host families of some of local participants who will join this camp. The apartments of the host families may be located in Tallinn or its suburbs. Participants will stay in a separate or shared room. You do NOT need a sleeping bag. Participants will have breakfasts and dinners in their host families, lunches i together with other camp participants in the city. Travel cards will be provided, pick up service at arrival is provided upon request.Please note: it is not possible to stay at any of the camp accommodation options before or after the camp arrival and departure days. If you need a place to stay before or after the camp dates, we can help you to book a hostel in Tallinn.

SITUATION

LocationTallinn is the capital of Estonia, country s largest city with 450 000 inhabitants and nearly as many tourists during summer. You can get a lot of information on Tallinn on www.visittallinn.ee/engLeisure timeThere are a lot of possibilities for leisure time activities since camp will take place in the Estonian capital Tallinn where one can find attractions for any taste: sightseeing, museums, festivals, concerts, etc.

BESOIN SPÉCIAL

Special requirementsWe will welcome any ideas to improve the program and your active participation in it. English is the camp language. The age of international camp participants is 14 i 16. Please be aware that during the day program of the camp the participants will be asked to leave their cell phones at their accommodation site to ensure safety of the participants and their engagement with the camp activities. To assure a safe environment for all the campers, we expect all our camp participants will provide their parents letter of consent (Parental Authorization) and travel insurance certificate.Participation feeUnlike the traditional voluntary camp, there will be mostly informal educational activities and guided language practice. Camp program implementation involves costs for boarding and lodging, domestic transport, materials, excursions, visits, cultural activities and general administration. Since neither EstYES, nor its partner ALPS receive any financial support for this camp from state or municipality, to make the camp happen we have to charge a participation fee from 350 to 600 Euro depending on the duration of the camp shift. This is a separate fee that is different from your country sending organization s fee you pay at home. It has to be paid by participants upon arrival to the camp or by bank transfer prior to the start of the camp. If you prefer fee to be paid in cash on arrival please contact us.

PARTENAIRE

WaldpEdagogikzentrum Hahnhorst/Hahnhorst Forest Education CentreThe ijgd has been organising volunteer service programmes since 1949. We are an independent, non-profit association for international youth work, a recognised independent youth welfare organisation, and one of the largest and oldest workcamp organisations in Germany. Each year, we assist around 5,000 young people into volunteer work in Germany and abroad. We give them the opportunity to be creative, act in solidarity, take responsibility for themselves, and discover their own true potential and strengths. Our principles Ecological learning, voluntary contribution, self-organisation, social development, intercultural learning, gender equality, anti-racism/anti-discrimination and political education.Follow us onInstagram ijgd_workcamps Facebook @ijgd.workcamps

TRAVAIL

If you like being outdoors in nature, spending evenings around the campfire, exploring the forest with people from all over the world in adventure activities and working hands-on in the forest together with the foresters, then this project at the Hahnhorst Forest Education Centre is exactly the one for you. The study part of the project consists of various workshops such as making a fire, reading tracks, carving course, bow and arrow, adventure night hike, herbs/forest fruits excursion and orienteering. By taking part in the workshops, you will be well prepared for the overnight stay in the forest. You will also spend 4 hours a day working with foresters and forestry workers on nature conservation projects in the forest, helping to improve the quality of habitats for rare animal and plant species and protect the climate. The forestry work starts early in the morning. The survival workshops take place in the afternoons.

LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE

Forest ecucation centre with multi-bed rooms. Dining room, lounge with table football, table tennis, fireplace and seating area. Large outdoor area with football pitch, volleyball net, basketball hoop and fire pit.Full catering. The group participates in the cooking, kitchen and housekeeping. Vegetarian catering is possible. Please indicate any intolerances when registering.

SITUATION

Description of location and leisure: Play and sports activities on the large outdoor area, group games, campfire. You will spend the weekend with a trip to Bremen on Saturday and with chilling out and free time on Sunday. SchwafErden itself is a village with only 1,500 inhabitants.

BESOIN SPÉCIAL

Interest in practical work in the forest and outdoor activities; physical fitness