228 Projets Trouvés
CHILDREN S SUMMER CAMP
- chantiers 1-3 semaines
- KIDS
- CULT
- SPOR
- VINWC26-15
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
100 Frais supp : 100 EUR
Remarque
The fee for the Workcamp is 270 Euros (100Euros for transportation), payable upon arrival at the VIN Office.
- Code : VINWC26-15
- Dispo : 7M / 7F
- Langue du Projet : ENG / ENG
- Age : 18 - 60
PARTENAIRE
Are you ready for an incredible adventure in the heart of Nepal? Join the Children s Camp in Okhaldhunga and be part of a transformative experience for you and the children. This camp offers a perfect blend of creativity, learning, and cultural exchange that will leave lasting memories.About the ProjectIn Nepal, many children cannot explore their creativity or develop key life skills due to limited resources and a school system focused mainly on exams. Parents, often working long hours, can t always provide the space for children to express themselves freely.That s where this camp comes in Organized by Volunteers Initiative Nepal (VIN), this program gives children aged 5-12 the opportunity to learn, grow, and develop in a supportive, fun environment.The Goal of the Camp:-Promote overall development: Focus on social, emotional, physical, and creative growth.-Foster connections: Build friendships between local and international volunteers, bridging cultural gaps.-Cultural immersion: Allow participants to experience Nepal s vibrant culture and traditions.This project is part of VIN s more significant effort to improve children s rights and access to quality education in rural Nepal, especially in the Okhaldhunga district.What Makes This Camp Special? 1. A Creative and Safe Space for ChildrenThe camp helps children discover their talents through art, music, and physical activities, allowing them to thrive beyond traditional schoolwork.2. Cultural ExchangeFrom traditional dances to local crafts, participants can experience Nepalese culture firsthand, creating bonds with the children and local communities.3. A Beautiful LocationNestled in the hilly terrain of Okhaldhunga, the camp s location offers a serene and peaceful environment perfect for outdoor activities and reflection.
TRAVAIL
Activities You ll FacilitateMorning Energizers-Physical Fitness: Start the day with yoga, stretching, and simple exercises.-Sports Fun: Football, volleyball, tug-of-war, and more, helping kids build teamwork and physical endurance.Creative Workshops-Art and Crafts: Kids will create drawings, paintings, origami, and other crafts that spark their imagination.-Performing Arts: Drama, dance, singing, and music sessions to build confidence and encourage self-expression.Outdoor Adventures-Nature Walks: Take the children on hikes through the beautiful hills and forests of Okhaldhunga, teaching them about the environment.Language Learning-Help kids improve their communication skills by teaching simple English phrases and basic vocabulary.Team Building and Games-Organize games that promote social skills, leadership, and teamwork.
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
The volunteers will stay with the host family/hostel identified by VIN. The living facilities are simple and basic. Male and female volunteers will share the same living area with separate rooms. The volunteers sleep on simple beds/mattresses. Please bring your sleeping bag.
SITUATION
Siddhicharan Municipality, Ward 2, Nisankhe-Nestled in Okhaldhunga district, about 250 km from Kathmandu.-Accessible via local jeep (8i10 hours).-Scenic hills, fertile farmland, and dense forests surround it.For more details about the region, visit www.ntchc.org.
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
– Basic English should be spoken among the participants – Physically sound as per the project requirements.
PERMA LIFE NEPAL
- chantiers 1-3 semaines
- ENVI
- MANU
- AGRI
- VINWC26-16
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
100 Frais supp : 100 EUR
Remarque
The fee for the Workcamp is 270 Euros (100Euros for transportation), payable upon arrival at the VIN Office.
- Code : VINWC26-16
- Dispo : 7M / 7F
- Langue du Projet : ENG / ENG
- Age : 18 - 60
PARTENAIRE
Embark on a transformative journey in the serene Himalayan foothills of Nepal. Participate in hands-on permaculture farming, learn sustainable agricultural practices, and celebrate the vibrant Holi Festival (March camp only) with the local community.Whether passionate about environmental conservation, interested in cultural traditions, or simply looking to make a difference, this camp is your gateway to meaningful experiences and lasting impact.Why Join This Camp?-Support Sustainability: Contribute to sustainable farming practices using permaculture principles.-Celebrate Culture: Immerse yourself in the joy and colors of Nepal s iconic Holi Festival (March camp).-Hands-On Learning: Gain practical skills in eco-friendly farming and organic composting.-Explore Nature: Discover the beauty of Nepal s hilly landscapes and community life.-Make a Difference: Empower local farmers while fostering connections with people worldwide.
TRAVAIL
What is Permaculture?Permaculture is a sustainable farming approach that integrates agricultural ecosystems with natural processes. By applying 12 permaculture principles, we can restore the environment and empower communities for a resilient future.Why Nepal?Nepal s agricultural sector supports 80 of the population, contributing nearly 39 of the GDP. However, farmers face challenges from climate change, including drying water sources, new pests, shifting crop cycles, and unpredictable weather.At this camp, volunteers will work directly with local farmers trained by Volunteers Initiative Nepal (VIN) to address these challenges using sustainable practices.What you will do:-Farm Design: Plan and structure farms following permaculture principles.-Cultivate Crops: Engage in planting, weeding, irrigating, and harvesting.-Organic Composting: Assist in creating eco-friendly fertilizers.-Observe and Interact: Learn by doing and sharing knowledge with local farmers.
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
The volunteers will stay with the host family/hostel identified by VIN. The living facilities are simple and basic. Male and female volunteers will share the same living area with separate rooms. The volunteers sleep on simple beds/mattresses. Please bring your sleeping bag.
SITUATION
Siddhicharan Municipality, Ward 2, Nisankhe-Nestled in Okhaldhunga district, about 250 km from Kathmandu.-Accessible via local jeep (8i10 hours).-Scenic hills, fertile farmland, and dense forests surround it.For more details about the region, visit www.ntchc.org.
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
-Basic English should be spoken among the participants – Physically sound as per the project requirements.
ETHNOS VIHASOO YOUTH CAMP
- chantiers 1-3 semaines
- KIDS
- EST 05
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
50 Frais supp : 50 EUR
- Code : EST 05
- Dispo : / 2F
- Langue du Projet : ENG / ENG
- Age : 18 - 48
PARTENAIRE
Tallinn youth centre IZUM runs children s camp in Vihasoo for over 30 years. The aim of Vihasoo camp is to give children possibility of active and meaningful summer vacations. The base of Vihasoo lies 70km from Tallinn. The camp is located on the territory of Lahemaa National Park. The wonderful nature, proximity to the sea (about 100m), good facilities i all this makes Vihasoo camp ideal place for leisure. Such location brings children closer to nature and gives them an excellent opportunity to get acquainted with Estonian national heritage richly presented in the area. Most of children are Russian-speaking from minority communities of Estonia. The area of the camp is 1,8 ha. It can host about 80 children on one shift. The age is 13-16. More information on www.vihasoo.eeEach summer period of the camp has its own theme. This camp shift called Ethnos is a journey into the world of cultures, traditions, and histories of the peoples of the world. Here we learn how people live in different countries, their holidays, cuisine, and legends, and we discover the ethnic roots of each familytheir own traditions, roots, and heirlooms. The children will enjoy creative workshops, dances and music from around the world, culinary discoveries, crafts, fairy tales, and legends. We will combine the modern and the traditional, creating a shared space of respect and inspiration. Ethnos is about respect for cultures, friendship without borders, and the realization that every nation is a unique note in the melody of the world. The aim of the camp is to create a space for intercultural communication and learning, where children can learn about the traditions of different peoples, appreciate the value of cultural diversity, and respect their roots and the heritage of others. The program is aimed at developing curiosity, tolerance, empathy, and a conscious attitude toward the world as a single, shared community, where each nation is an important part of the larger picture of humanity. International volunteers are warmly invited to help realisation of this aim.
TRAVAIL
Each day of the camp will have a program completed by local coordinators and 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, etc). It will be done through art, games, drama, sport, discussions. We expect active volunteers with the good knowledge of history and culture of their country and ability to present it. Volunteers will lead workshops connected with their cultural expression. The duration of each workshop is 2 hours. You do not have to be professional, the most important that it is enjoyable and fun Besides, each volunteer has to run one cultural night to present own country and culture to others. After placement volunteers will be contacted by organizers to get involved and guided in the preparation of the program before arrival to Estonia. Vols will work in partnership with professional educators and youth workers, 25 staff members.
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
In the separate house with other staff members in 4-6-bedded rooms. Sleeping bag is not needed. Volunteers will eat together with children and staff in the canteen. Showers, dry toilets and Wi-Fi are available.
SITUATION
LocationVihasoo is situated tiny village Tammispea in the picturesque Lahemaa National Park 70km from Tallinn. Surrounded by forest, near to the sea, it is the ideal place for summer vacations. The nearest town (7km) is Vosu, spa town with about 1000 inhabitants.TerminalAirport, harbour, bus station in Tallinn, specially arranged car to Vihasoo. The host will organise transfer for the volunteers after their arrival to Tallinn, one day before children arrive to the camp that is to get to know each other and prepare things.
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
Special requirementsYou have to love kids and be well motivated to work with them. The work demands 24-hours commitment and it can be hard sometimes. Weekend is not free 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. Volunteer should be good in some art to be able to lead a workshop for kids. English and Russian are the camp languages. NB Motivation letter is required along with the application.Participation feeWe ask participants to contribute 50 Euro each towards the costs of general administration. This fee has to be paid by bank transfer before the beginning of the camp. If you cannot make bank transfer, please contact your organization for a solution.
SPARTA 3
- chantiers 1-3 semaines
- ENVI
- EST TS3
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
550 Frais supp : 550 EUR
- Code : EST TS3
- Dispo : 7M / 6F
- Langue du Projet : ENG / RUS
- Age : 14 - 18
PARTENAIRE
ProjectThis 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 15 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 bay, 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, but 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 main 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 up to 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 https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rvqGZRs9FZMcxHtJfICjVJaLo6RT1J7B/view?usp=drivesdk
TRAVAIL
ProgramThere are diverse activities in the camp program: canoeing, water scootering, tubing in the sea, running ATV, paintball in the forest, sport games – football, rugby, volleyball, athletics, table tennis, archery, frisbee, disc-golf, trampolines, different competitions, cross, sport orientation in the forest on and on sea (navigation), fishing, bicycle trips to explore the area, visit to the horse farm with horse riding, excursions historical places of interest in the area, active games, 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, 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 use traditional Estonian sauna. There is washing machine at the camp. WiFi is available.CateringMeals are served 3 times a day. There are water machines with cold water. Catering takes place in the schools mess hall or into the lager tent outside near the mess. Meals are cooked by professional cooks. Participants are 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 former Nova basic schools territory. However, a lot of activities will be taking place at various sites outside Nova.Surroundings and camps infrastructureSchool buildingSports 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 beachHiking paths marked by Forest DepartmentGrocery store and cafe
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
Special requirementsParticipants have to be sporty, be ready to run up to 3 km and bike up to 40 km, independent enough, adaptable, curious and interested in active life style. Many activities will take place at different locations outside Nova, so it is crucial that you can ride bike to get there. Please bring sleeping bag, 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. Please inform us beforehand about allergies, dietary requirements you have or others prescriptions from your doctor. Generally, the 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 a 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 550 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.
WEINGARTEN (PFALZ)
- chantiers 1-3 semaines
- MANU
- SPOR
- LANG
- PRO-W1
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
200 Frais supp : 200 EUR
- Code : PRO-W1
- Dispo : 7M / 9F
- Langue du Projet : GER / ENG
- Age : 17 - 26
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 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) -May be German for Engineers as specialty. This is a rare course – you don t find it elsewhereC) 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-costsfor 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, including3.000 students. There is also the study center for Digital Engineeringof the university of applied science Kaiserslautern and Mainz university with the departement for language studies in Germersheim. 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 63-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 you Travelling and sightseeing tours will be mostly in the region Rhein/Neckar. Also to some companies like Mercedes and SAP. If you intend to search a job, don t forget your CV. We will help you to apply.
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
Extra Fee includes language course and most activities: 200Euro to be paid upon arrival (or to be transferred in advance).Besides the formal application please send your CV in the Europass Format to yoursending organisationhttps://europass.cedefop.europa.eu/editors/de/cv/compose
AILLON LE JEUNE 2
- chantiers 1-3 semaines
- RENO
- JR26/214
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
- Code : JR26/214
- Dispo : 2M / 2F
- Langue du Projet : ENG / FRA
- Age : 17 - 30
PARTENAIRE
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.
SEEDS 052. ALVIE(RA - AWARENESS, ENGAGEMENT AND AM
- chantiers 1-3 semaines
- ENVI
- SEEDS 052
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
450 Frais supp : 450 EUR
Remarque
English will be the language in the camp; intermediate conversational skills are needed.
- Code : SEEDS 052
- Dispo : 4M / 4F
- Langue du Projet : ENG
- Age : 18 - 99
PARTENAIRE
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 SElheimar, the Icelandic Ministry for Environment and Natural Resources, Umhverfisstofnun (the Icelandic Environmental Agency) and BlEUi 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 AlviE(ra, 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
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. 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 accommodation is located an hour drive south-east from ReykjavEk. The house serves as an environmental-educational centre and sits under IngElfsfjall, The Mountain of IngElfur, with a view of EyjafjallajEkull 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.Additional excursions (e.g. Golden Circle, the South Shore or Reykjanes Peninsula or a day-trip to the city of ReykjavEk) can be arranged at discount fares depending on time availability, weather conditions, and the number of volunteers interested. The weather may be cold or rainy, so we recommend bringing warm and/or waterproof clothes.
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
Participation fee EUR 450 (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 ds not include the transportation from ReykjavEk to the camp and back, which costs EUR 30 one way or EUR 60 for both ways.
KINGU ORGANIC FARM 4
- chantiers 1-3 semaines
- AGRI
- EST KI4
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
60 Frais supp : 60 EUR
- Code : EST KI4
- Dispo : -1M / 1F
- Langue du Projet : ENG / ENG
- Age : 19 - 68
PARTENAIRE
For decades EstYES has been working with eco-farms around Estonia showing solidarity and respect to their work and supporting local people, who keep agricultural traditions and develop eco-farming in Estonia. Organic farm Kingu is one of them. This is a berry, fruit and vegetable micro-farm in the South Estonia. The main berry crops are raspberries, various currants, gooseberries, Japanese quince, but also the grow garlic and rhubarb. Everything is grown in an environmentally sustainable way using straw and hay. The farm promotes sustainable lifestyle, and this camp is offered to volunteers who appreciate and share its values, want to learn and help hard working people
TRAVAIL
The main task is harvesting various berries and vegetables such as rhubarb, currants, raspberries, Japanese quince, helping juice making and products packaging. But there is also weed control and fertilization with mulch in plantations, mowing grass, cutting branches, removal of bushes and wood chipping, assistance in the construction of various small buildings, vegetable beds and other necessary structures on the site, painting as well. Also, there is ongoing work of planting seeds. Some days work will be done at neighbouring Jariste wine farm https://jaristeveinitalu.com/en that produces wine and cider from Estonian grapes, berries, fruits and apples in the historic tavern of Luke manor. It is one of the few in Estonia who make wine from grapes grown in our own vineyard. So, the work is grapevine care (pruning, tying up), apple tree and field grape care (pruning, weeding), and other work in plantation. Work hours are 6-7 hours/ day for 4-5 days/ week, and it largely depends on season and weather conditions.
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
AccommodationFarm life conditions are simple but decent. Sleeping is in a separate house in beds. Bed sheets, blankets and pillows are provided, so no need to bring a sleeping bag. There is outdoor kitchen with all necessary equipment. Volunteers can make breakfast and lunch themselves, and dinner will be prepared by and taken with the family. Washing is in the traditional sauna with no shower. There is a dry organic toilet. Volunteers have to take care of their surroundings by cleaning up after themselves.
SITUATION
LocationThe farm is located in Kanepi municipality just 11 km from Otepaa and 47 km from Tartu. When coming from Tallinn or Tartu, choose a bus going to Voru and get off at the Saverna stop. Knowing your arrival time and place hosts will pick you up from there. Bus information is on www.tpilet.ee or www.luxexpress.ee. The farm is located in the tiny village of Aiaste. It is important to understand that it is calm and quiet place, there are no events in the village. But it is possible to watch animals like deer on the field, foxes in a strawberry bed and storks. While sitting by the fire at night, enjoy stars in the sky and listen to the nature sounds by animals such as badgers or raccoons. This makes the place ideal for nature lovers who want to escape from busy life of big cities for a couple of weeks.Leisure timeIt is possible to swim, make a bonfire, play volleyball, disc golf and other games or go for mushroom picking if you like it. There is a swimming lake in Valgjarv 4 km away. You can use various hiking trails. If interested you can visit nearby farms where you can get to know horses, sheep and other animals and see many other interesting things. The host plans to take participants for car trip around South Estonia. It is possible to visit Tartu. It takes just 40 min by regular bus and there are a lot of things to discover in this historical university town https://visittartu.com/
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
Special requirementsYou have to be open-minded and be able to adapt to the simple conditions of the rural life being ready to do farm work which can be demanding sometimes. The minimum age of participants is 20, no upper limitNB It is possible to stay for several shifts in a row.Participation feeWe ask participants to contribute 60 Euro towards the costs of general administration. This fee has to be paid by bank transfer before the beginning of the camp. If you cannot make bank transfer, please contact your sending organization for a solution.
SEEDS 053. ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS AND AMP; ACTION
- chantiers 1-3 semaines
- ENVI
- SEEDS 053.
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
450 Frais supp : 450 EUR
Remarque
English will be the language in the camp; basic conversational skills are needed.
- Code : SEEDS 053.
- Dispo : 6M / 6F
- Langue du Projet : ENG
- Age : 18 - 99
PARTENAIRE
The Environmentally Aware and amp; 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 ReykjavEk, 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 amp; 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:A day trip combining a visit to the HellisheiE(i 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. 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 ReykjavEk. 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
ReykjavEk is a dynamic, modern city which lives in harmony with nature, using renewable energy sources. The worlds northernmost capital bridges the Atlantic, situated 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.
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
Participation fee EUR 450 (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 camp (on the first day), activities, and one trip combined with the trash collection (Hot River or Reykjanes).
SEEDS 054. JULY PHOTOGRAPHY AND AMP; FUN IN REYKJA
- chantiers 1-3 semaines
- SEEDS 054.
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
651 Frais supp : 651 EUR
Remarque
English will be the language in the camp; intermediate conversational skills are needed.
- Code : SEEDS 054.
- Dispo : 6M / 6F
- Langue du Projet : ENG
- Age : 16 - 20
PARTENAIRE
This is the nineteenth year (since 2008) that SEEDS organises a series of International Photography projects. In 2010 we also began offering these camps for teenagers. 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 participants individual style.
TRAVAIL
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. 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 to long 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 the Hot River hike excursions.
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
SEEDS participants will stay in a house in ReykjavEk. 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
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.Additional excursions (eg. the South Shore or Reykjanes Peninsula) can be arranged at discount fares depending on time availability, weather conditions, and the number of participants interested in joining them. Be prepared for cold or rainy weather and bring warm and/or waterproof clothing.
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
Participation fee EUR 650 (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 meeting point to the camp (on the first day), the Golden Circle and Hot river hike excursions. We will visit spectacular waterfalls, geysers, impressive coastline, a volcano crater, the Thingvellir National Park and much more.
LEPANIIDI ORGANIC FARM 3
- chantiers 1-3 semaines
- EST LE3
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
80 Frais supp : 80 EUR
- Code : EST LE3
- Dispo : 1M
- Langue du Projet : ENG / ENG
- Age : 18 - 88
PARTENAIRE
According to the Nordic sagas Hiiumaa emerged from the Baltic Sea as a small islet more than 10 000 years ago. The island of Hiiumaa was first mentioned in historical documents as a deserted island called Dageida in 1228. The first inhabitants settled down at the end of the 13th century. Nowadays Hiiumaa is the second biggest island of Estonia with the area of 965 sq. km and the population around 9 000. It has many historical and nature sights, and there are kind people known for their hospitality and good sense of humor. The island is referred as a remote area of Europe, so EstYES feels particularly proud developing international voluntary projects for over 20 years there. For decades EstYES has been cooperating with farms all over Estonia to show solidarity and give practical support to local people who work in agricultural sector keeping traditional life style and developing new eco-farming despite of difficulties they face. Lepaniidi Farm on Hiiumaa is one of such projects. This is an organic farm promoting sustainable lifestyle, and camp is offered to volunteers who appreciate and share its values, want to learn more about it and help hard working people.
TRAVAIL
Lepaniidi Farm has currently about 100 sheep for producing meet and wool, over 40 goats, 20 of whom are for milk and goat cheese production. Volunteers will be helping grazing, feeding, milking the goats, processing the milk, but also picking berries and vegetables. So, in the mornings there will be goats milking, at days – picking the berries and fruits (strawberries, raspberries and blackcurrant) and making a jam/juice or there will be work in vegetable garden, removing weeds, picking vegetables, etc. Towards end of summer volunteers will be mainly picking up and sorting vegetables (potatoes, carrots, beetroots), milking goats and making cheese. Participants will have a great chance to get familiar with various farm jobs and even to learn how to make goat cheese Inside of the house it would be great to give some hand cooking and cleaning around. The working day will be 6-7 hours, 5-6 days a week (NB: milking is every day). Work will be supervised by local hosts with whom volunteers will stay sharing work and leisure as a family.
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
The accommodation conditions at the farm are simple but decent – in old sauna house or caravan but on beds. Please bring your sleeping bag. Toilets and showers are available in the main house; there is also traditional Estonian sauna in the farm. There is a kitchen with necessary equipment for cooking, which volunteers may use freely i just like at home. Usually, volunteers will have breakfasts and lunch together with farmers cooked and served by the hosts, but you always can help with cooking. Dinners will be prepared by volunteers themselves.
SITUATION
LocationHiiumaa Island, Kaina parish, Ristivalja village, Lepaniidi farm. Hiiumaa Island is in the west of Estonia, 140 km from Tallinn. More information on www.hiiumaa.ee or www.visitestonia.com TerminalAirport, harbour, bus station in Tallinn. From the airport buses nr 2 and 15 going to the city centre stops by the Tallinn Bus Station (Bussijaam). From there two times per day buses take you straight to Hiiumaa (including ferry transportation from the mainland). Timetables are available online at www.tpilet.ee and www.luxexpress.eu Leisure timeThere are lot of natural picturesque sights in the area. Sea cost is 7km away and there is a possibility to take the bicycles to go swimming. It is possible to visit other parts of Hiiumaa Island on weekend. Hiiumaa offers a lot of events on weekends in summer. Hosts plan to arrange some tours around the island. This camp is absolutely suitable for people who enjoy nature, interested in traditional ways of rural living, and wish to spend quite time far from big cities.
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
Special requirementsMotivation letter is required. The host plans to do an interview with every candidate. You have to be ready to adapt to the simple conditions of the common life in the country side of Estonia and be willing to do farm work, which can be demanding sometimes. Not suitable for lactose allergic participants since host offers a lot of dairy products. The host eats a lot of meat products too, but volunteers can always cook vegetarian meals for themselves. Smoking and drinking alcohol is not allowed in this camp. NB It is possible to adapt the arrival/ departure dates to your actual availability.Participation feeWe ask participants to contribute 80 Euros towards the costs of the general administration. This fee has to be paid by bank transfer before the beginning of the stay. If you cannot make it, ask your sending organization for a solution.
PROTECTING A NATURAL RESERVE 2
- chantiers 1-3 semaines
- ENVI
- MANU
- IG26-ESC08
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
Remarque
Ability to swim is compulsory for safety reasons. Motivation Letter with a proposal for a workshop. Registration to the European Youth Portal is needed - https://youth.europa.eu/solidarity/young-people/about_en IMPORTANT: No fee is due to the sending organisation. Erasmus Programme Countries only.
- Code : IG26-ESC08
- Dispo : -1M
- Langue du Projet : ENG / ITA
- Age : 18 - 30
PARTENAIRE
Isola delle Femmine is a nature reserve established in 1997 by the Sicilian Region and managed by LIPU (Italian League for Bird Protection) since then. This little uninhabited island is located in a strategic place for the migration of a specific species of bird called Gabbiano reale (Larus michahellis), this area allows them to rest from migration and to grow numerically. The regular support received throughout the year is not sufficient for the maintenance needed, this is the reason why InformaGiovani, together with LIPU, organizes volunteering projects to support the maintenance of the natural reserve and to sensitize the local community towards the place.
TRAVAIL
Work will be run on the little uninhabited island in the middle of the sea every morning. Volunteers will take a boat every day to join this place, therefore, it is compulsory to be able to swim for safety reasons Volunteers will support natural reserve s staff in: restoration of the flora by planting of new plants (this action is part of over thirty-year plan put in practice by Lipu and volunteers), and maintenance of existing vegetation (watering plants), maintenance of the protected area (re-building stone paths) cleaning of the protected area from litter (the area is exposed to different marine streams that bring waste from the sea) cooking meals for the group in a pair and following shifts other tasks. Work is manual and demands physical effort, it is also tiring due to hot temperature and Southern sun. Work is manual and demands physical effort, it is also tiring due to hot temperature and Southern sun (hat and sunblock are compulsory). Work will be done mainly in the morning and in case of wind or rain that does not allow it to reach the island, some renovation activities will be done at the museum MUST23 such as cleaning the small green area from weeds, stones, watering plants, and painting if needed. Supporting the preparation of the setting for the organisation of cultural events related to books preview.The MuST23 is an immersive and interactive museum dedicated to the memory of the Capaci massacre describing facts and the fight against the mafia made by civic society and organisation managed by Addio Pizzo Travel.The study part may include getting to know the marine biodiversity, discovering how the natural reserve works in Sicily, about legality and the anti-mafia movement.Volunteers will have the possibility to facilitate workshops on the climate crisis and environmental issues.
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
Please be aware of a very basic condition provided in a camping area. ACCOMMODATION. is provided at CAMPING LA PLAYA. ONLY 2 big tents 1 smaller will be provided for the whole group. Camp beds will be provided per person. Important Volunteers need to bring two single bed sheets: one to be laid on the camp beds and another for covering. If you need a pillow for sleeping, please bring it with you (inflatable travel pillow is recommended). A small fridge will be provided mainly for storing water. FOOD. Grocery shopping is provided and volunteers will be responsible for preparing meals (lunch and dinner) divided in groups and following shifts; Toilets and showers are provided in sharing with guests in the camping area. Washing machines are available at the camping as an extra cost (to be paid by volunteers if needed).
SITUATION
Isola delle Femmine is a small town in north-western Sicily, in the province of Palermo. Located by the sea, it offers volunteers the opportunity to enjoy their free time on the beach and practise water sports such as snorkelling. The town is well connected to Palermo by bus and train. Palermo, a vibrant and historic city, offers many cultural attractions and leisure opportunities.
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
Since volunteers will take a boat every day the ability to swim is compulsory for safety reasons. Volunteers need to be highly interested in environmental issues, protection of the sea and coast. Preparing for walking to get to the venues. A high sense of adaptation and flexibility is demanded Volunteers are invited to include a short motivation letter with an idea or proposal for a workshop they could potentially facilitate during the ESC.
FOLK CULTURE COMMUNITY STORIES EXCHANGE
- chantiers 1-3 semaines
- VYA-2601DX
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
Remarque
We hope participants will be passionate about community work, respect local culture, enjoy interacting with seniors and children, and possess a strong team spirit.
- Code : VYA-2601DX
- Dispo : 4M / 5F
- Langue du Projet : ENG / CHN
- Age : 18 - 45
PARTENAIRE
Taichung City Chang-You Caring AssociationDongxin Story Exchange workcamp 2026 is an 8-day international volunteer workcamp hosted by Taichung City Chang-You Caring Association in Taichung City. The workcamp combines three local services(1) community care for the elderly and meal service, (2) day care services for people with disabilities, and (3) a community supply bank (providing matching donations for disadvantaged families)with a special program called Ocean Dreams : accompanying children and their families on an overnight program at the National Museum of Marine Biology and Aquarium. Through companionship, simple logistical support, and story-based cultural exchange, volunteers help build an inclusive community where seniors, people with disabilities, children, and international youth can learn from and grow together. The schedule will be planned based on the community s daily services and children s after-school photo schedule. On the fourth day (Friday), the community will host an International Cultural Night and a Marine Dream Pledge Ceremony, where seniors, children s families, and residents will gather to enhance team cohesion and prepare for their early departure on the fifth day.Achievements over the past years (highlights):1.Provide ongoing elderly care services, including regular community meals, gatherings, and events.2.Operate a day care service for people with disabilities and a community supply depot (sorting and distributing donated goods).3.Organize international cultural exchange activities in collaboration with local temples and community partners.Aims:1.Silver Age Vitality: Support senior citizen programs and achieve over 100 participants during the camp.2.Storytelling Book: Collaborate on the creation of a bilingual community storybook (mini-magazine/PDF) and a 60-90 second engaging video (with consent).3.Ocean Dreams: Accompany approximately 30 children through an overnight experience at the Ocean Museum, enhancing their confidence and global awareness.4.Community Inclusion: Attract 50-80 residents to a intercultural exchange evening, strengthening local and international solidarity.
TRAVAIL
Participants will assist with various daily community services, including:1.Assisting with meal preparation, venue setup, and activities at elderly care centers;2.Participating in community story collection and interviews, and writing stories in English;3.Supporting daycare program for people with disabilities (excluding personal care) and organizing donated items in the supply warehouse;4.Organizing and hosting International Cultural Night (including cultural booths, story walls, and greeting cards);5.Accompanying children and their families on the Ocean Dream Journey (including roll call, assisting with group activities, and arranging logistical support for learning activities). Scope of service: Supportive work only; does not involve medical procedures, personal care, or one-on-one contact with children.
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
Accommodation: Dormitory-style rooms at the host community in Taiping District (with shower/toilet). And volunteers are advised to bring their own sleeping bags (more detail will be confirmed on infosheet).Meals: Lunch is usually provided by the community; dinner will be prepared together or provided by the community or experience local food. And there will be cultural exchange activities where volunteers can cook their national dishes and share them with local.Breakfast can be self-arranged or provided by the community.
SITUATION
Taichung City, Taiwan. Accommodation is in Taiping District; activities are taking place in East District. Taichung is a major city in central Taiwan with convenient railway/HSR connections.Google Map:Main base (Taiping): https://maps.app.goo.gl/E7n263U3phBm6sGQ7Community activity site (Dongxin/East District): https://maps.app.goo.gl/Q8fQ3drX4yhLhKKx7 Leisure Activities:Local temple and community culture visits (e.g., Lecheng Temple area), Taichung night markets, and local sightseeing
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
1.We hope participants will be passionate about community work, respect local culture, enjoy interacting with seniors and children, and possess a strong team spirit.July weather is hot and rainy i please bring breathable clothing, rain gear, sunscreen, and mosquito repellent.2.Child interaction guidelines: One-on-one contact with children is prohibited. Roll call will be taken. Respect children s permission and privacy regarding the use of photos/videos.3.Emergency plan: In case of a typhoon or heavy rain during the event, the Ocean Dream project will be changed to an indoor educational visit (museum/creative workshop) in Taichung, along with additional story creation/presentation sessions.
THE CHARM OF THE OLD TOWN
- chantiers 1-3 semaines
- CULT
- VYA-CYCU2606
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
Remarque
Enjoy learning about different cultures, have a strong interest in learning, and respect local cultures as well as the cultures of other international volunteers.
- Code : VYA-CYCU2606
- Dispo : 4M / 5F
- Langue du Projet : ENG / CHN
- Age : 18 - 40
PARTENAIRE
Zhongli District in Taoyuan City was originally a Hakka settlement. In Hakka, the valley is called Li, and the area surrounded by the Laojie River and Xinjie River was called Jianzai. During the Japanese occupation, this area was renamed Zhongli Street, becoming a major thoroughfare connecting the north and south.The area along the Laojie River(32769;34903;28330;) is known as the Old Street Area, preserving Japanese-style architecture, century-old shops, and a rich Hakka culture. The Laojie River itself has profoundly influenced the lifestyle of the local residents. However, with the passage of time, many local youths and immigrants are no longer familiar with the historical background of this area. To protect this unique cultural heritage, we hope to raise awareness and interest in the history of the Zhongli Old Street area, thereby achieving the goal of cultural preservation.Host OrganizationChung Yuan Christian University(20013;21407;22823;23416;), upholding the Christian ideal of universal love, is committed to the development of higher education with unwavering faith, hope, and love. To encourage faculty and students to participate in society with love and expertise and to empower students to apply knowledge in practice through practical learning, the university established the Service Learning Program Office in March 2007. This program was renamed the Service Learning Center in March 2008, aiming to systematically and continuously promote service learning courses and programs. The Center encourages students to participate in community service, fulfill their civic responsibilities, and cultivate the core competencies needed for future employment.In 2019, we expanded our scope of work by taking over the Taoyuan Youth Volunteer Service Center from the Youth Development Administration of the Ministry of Education. Our goal is to create a youth-friendly volunteer service platform in Taoyuan and to collaborate with schools, community groups, and organizations to encourage youth participation in volunteer service and enhance the vitality of youth volunteer services in Taoyuan.Our website65306; https://sl.cycu.edu.twAims:1.To promote cultural exchange between local and international youth, enhancing their understanding and appreciation of the history and culture of Zhongli Old Street.2.To foster exchange between different international cultures and broaden children s global perspectives.Achievements over the past year:1.Since 2017, the Chung Yuan Christian University Service Learning Center has held numerous one-day local cultural experience workshops to help young volunteers gain a deeper understanding of the local culture.2.In 2022, we will focus on the Zhongli Old Town (Laojie District), organizing a three-day, two-night local international workshop centered around three themes: and
TRAVAIL
Participate in community services provided by local communities or non-governmental organizations, and assist in old house renovations and Laojie Rive cleanup work.
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
1.Accommodated in volunteer house, where you will sleep on the floor with a mat provided. And Volunteers need to bring their own sleeping bags2.Meals will be provided by the Chung Yuan Service and Learning Center, but there will be cultural exchange activities where volunteers can cook their national dishes and share them with everyone.3.In case of any emergency, a local clinic is a 10-minute walk from the accommodation.
SITUATION
Zhongli District, Taoyuan City.Google Map65306;20013;21407;22823;23416; Chung Yuan Christian Universityhttps://goo.gl/maps/BsqLpfBAavbzsdSP8
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
Enjoy learning about different cultures, have a strong interest in learning, and respect local cultures as well as the cultures of other international volunteers.
DOWN TOWN KIDS 3
- chantiers 1-3 semaines
- KIDS
- EST DT3
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
60 Frais supp : 60 EUR
- Code : EST DT3
- Dispo : 2M / 2F
- Langue du Projet : ENG / ENG
- Age : 19 - 33
PARTENAIRE
ProjectThis 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 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 LANDSCAPES . We invite volunteers to support our camp participants learning about a new trend of ecosystems in nature, society, technologies, economy, politics and human relationships. Together, we plan to find out how these complex deeply interwoven ecosystems shape the way we live, learn and thrive, and what those competences are that empower humans to understand, navigate, and positively influence them. Camp participants will try to develop their strategies for a holistic, interconnected view of the world and gain ideas on how not just to survive in a complex world – but to help reshape it toward greater justice, sustainability, and flourishing for all life. 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 based on the theme of the year announced above. 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; 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 demanding, 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 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. There are three main age groups: 6-9 years old, 10-13 years old and 14-16 years old.During the first three days of the workcamp after arrival, volunteers will be given a 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
AccommodationThe 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. 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 from midnight until 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 (meals times, provided or volunteers cook, etc.)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 ArrivalA volunteer is expected to arrive to the camp location before 20:00 on a day the shift starts (namely, Friday 12/06/2026; Friday 26/06/2026; Friday 24/07/2026; Friday 07/08/2026). Please make sure that you are at school on time and choose to arrive one day before in case there is no flight to be taken to arrive by 20:00 on your first project day.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. Please note that before making a final decision about your participation in the camp, the project coordinator will have a video interview with you. Any 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 19 to 33. NB Due to volunteers work with minors, we expect them to provide a criminal clearance and a doctor s check certificate. Please make sure that you have a travel insurance certificate before arrival as well.Participation feeWe ask participants to contribute 60 Euro towards the costs of general administration. 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.
KIDS IN THE CITY 2
- chantiers 1-3 semaines
- KIDS
- EST DTAL2
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
60 Frais supp : 60 EUR
- Code : EST DTAL2
- Dispo : 1M
- Langue du Projet : ENG / ENG
- Age : 20 - 35
PARTENAIRE
This project is organized for international teenagers by the non-profit educational association Alternative Language Programs Satellite (ALPS) on the basis of The Language School In Down-Town as part of their annual activities on multicultural issues for youth. Teenagers from several countries arrive to participate in the intercultural camp where day activities are integrated with local children, while evening free-time activities are held separately and of an optional nature. There is a group of international volunteers who facilitate day activities. Both international teenagers and volunteers are accommodated in the school premises. Thus, the main aim of this work camp is to provide a technical support like household chores and campus patrol, and to ensure a smooth and safe environment at school during the evening hours like pastoral and welfare support and communication for a group of 20-24 international teenagers of 14 to 17 years old.
TRAVAIL
The load of work is split into the Morning and Afternoon shifts for 2 volunteers. There are no working hours but a list of tasks or operations, which are expected to be completed timely, meaning that the key time points for being at the campus logically come from the purpose of the working task according to the camp schedule. The same is about the days-off. There are days that are completely or partially free days with no or few tasks to do, other days may be more intensive involving long stay-in working days. The working tasks throughout the week fall into two main categories, such as household chores (including some simple cooking) and pastoral and welfare support (including urgent night patrol and access to the building). Thus, the volunteer will mainly do some of these: supervise meals and all kinds of sanitary routine, manage behaviour and adherence to policies as well as daily routine and order in bedrooms or facilities supervise campus health and safety orientation, manage evening activity and/or leisure programme, communicate with parents. The work requires high level of responsibility.
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
The premises of The Language School In Down-Town locate 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. Catering will be organized by the school on an agreement with the volunteers (selection of times, meals – provided or volunteers cook, etc.).
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 requirementsB1 level of English is required. A skill to cook or serve the table is an advantage. The age of volunteers is from 20. A volunteer is expected to arrive to the camp location before 18:00 on a day the shift starts. Please make sure that you are at school on time. Due to all our volunteers do the work for an educational institution for minors, we expect them to provide a criminal clearance and a doctor s check certificate. Please make sure that you have a travel insurance certificate before arrival as well.Participation feeWe ask participants to contribute 60 Euro towards the costs of general administration. 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.
CREST JAZZ FESTIVAL
- chantiers 1-3 semaines
- FEST
- JR26-202
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
Remarque
No volunteer under 18 will be accepted.
- Code : JR26-202
- Dispo : 1M / 2F
- Langue du Projet : ENG / FRA
- Age : 18 - 30
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).
TEENS: CRAFTING COMMUNITY THROUGH ECO-LIVING
- chantiers 1-3 semaines
- ENVI
- CULT
- VT-0725
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
- Code : VT-0725
- Dispo : 7M / 7F
- Langue du Projet : ENG / ENG
- Age : 15 - 20
PARTENAIRE
DaLaa is a Thailand-based non-profit organisation that promotes long-term community developmentthrough international volunteer exchange. Working closely with local communities, DaLaa designsworkcamps where youth learn, live, and serve side by side through hands-on projects such as sustainableagriculture, education, cultural preservation, and community resilience. With strong experience in hostinginternational groups, DaLaa emphasises meaningful participation, shared living, and cultural immersion creating mutual understanding, cross-cultural friendship, and responsible global citizenship for boththe community and participants.
TRAVAIL
1. and 127806; Eco Farming and Forest Stewardship: Take part in rice replanting in floodingaffected fields, cultivate organic vegetables, and join reforestation work by plantingseedlings in the forestlearning through hands-on, nature-based tasks.2. and 127757; Community Learning with Local Children: Support activities at the localschool through interactive games, simple learning sessions, and cultural exchangewith students.3. and 127807; Nature Exploration and Conservation-in-Action: Hiking in the forest, explorelocal ecosystems, and collaborate on small environmental actions such as buildinga mini river dam. Visits may also include natural sites like waterfalls.4. and 127858;Traditional Culture, Food and Heritage Experience: Experience natural dyeingusing plant-based colours, learn Northern Thai cooking and desserts, and culturalvisit to the Surrounding neighborhood.
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
Participants will stay in a local homestay in wooden cabins located within the eco-farm, sharing rooms with same-gender participants. Facilities are basic, with beds and mosquito nets provided. There is no hot water in thebathrooms. Meals are prepared together by local residents and volunteers, mainly using farm-grown rice andvegetables, featuring local flavours. Volunteers will take turns assisting with cooking and cleaning, experiencing asimple, eco-friendly lifestyle while building strong bonds and deeper cultural exchange through shared living.
SITUATION
Activities Outside of Volunteering:Traditional Lanna culture experience: learn local crafts and foodtraditions such as straw weaving, spice-making and food preservation.Take part in daily community rhythmsmorning walks, simple templevisits/activities, and communal time with host families and neighbours.
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
Teenagers between 15 – 20 years old who are fit to travel
PAESELLO PRIDE: SUPPORTING LGBTQIA FESTIVAL
- chantiers 1-3 semaines
- SOCI
- MANU
- CULT
- IG26-ESC09
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
Remarque
Registration to the European Youth Portal is needed - https://youth.europa.eu/solidarity/young-people/about_en IMPORTANT: No fee is due to the sending organisation. Erasmus Programme Countries only.
- Code : IG26-ESC09
- Dispo : -1M
- Langue du Projet : ENG / ITA
- Age : 18 - 30
PARTENAIRE
Circo pace e bene is a cultural association that carries out activities of various types aimed at the most vulnerable people in the Milena area (children, people with disabilities, young people, the elderly, the unemployed, migrants). The organization mainly carries out artistic and cultural activities and realizes different projects to raise awareness in schools of all levels. The association was founded in 2015 in Milena, Sicily, by a group of local people with experience in volunteering and international mobility. The aim of the association is to encourage locals to be active in order to bring about the changes they want to see. The association represents a breakthrough for the locals and the territory where it is located, through their commitment and support. Its work contributes to the enrichment of Sicilian culture and territory. The NGO runs a space called Magazzino in Milena, which is used to promote cultural events, festivals, active participation and advocacy.
TRAVAIL
Volunteers will support the 3rd edition of the Paesello Pride Week (3i8 August, San Giovanni Gemini and Cammarata), a week-long series of events promoting LGBTQIA rights and visibility, culminating in the Paesello Pride.Before and during the festival, volunteers will help prepare and organise event spaces, assisting with cleaning, arranging areas for workshops, talks, parades and gatherings, and supporting the general logistics of the festival.During the events, volunteers may help welcome participants, support the management of workshops and meetings, assist with parades and community activities, and contribute to the promotion and documentation of the festival, including social media content.Through their involvement, volunteers will actively contribute to a unique rural LGBTQIA festival, supporting community engagement, visibility, and local initiatives that foster inclusion, diversity, and social change.
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
Volunteers will live in a basic apartment, with all the essential facilities for daily life but very simple in style. They will sleep in shared rooms with 3i4 beds, divided by gender. The volunteers, divided into groups and working in shifts, will take care of the management and cleaning of the house and will prepare meals in a common kitchen.
SITUATION
Cammarata is a small village in the province of Agrigento. The village is located in a rural mountainous context at 423 m above sea level. Like most remote Sicilian villages, it is served by a limited number of public transport services, so the organization of free time could be limited to visiting nearby places or organizing excursions out of town. Volunteers may be accommodated in a village near the location where the activities take place and will travel daily using transportation provided by the hosting organization.
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
Volunteers should like the idea of living in a small town and experiencing collective life. Volunteers should enjoy working in a rural community and participating in cultural and social events. Interest in manual work, event organisation, and teamwork is recommended. Motivation letter and registration on the European Youth Portal are required: https://youth.europa.eu/solidarity/young-people/about_en
TEEN DOWN TOWN 15
- chantiers 1-3 semaines
- LANG
- EST TDT15
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
365 Frais supp : 365 EUR
- Code : EST TDT15
- Dispo : 3M
- Langue du Projet : ENG / ENG
- Age : 14 - 16
PARTENAIRE
ProjectInternational 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, 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 LANDSCAPES . We invite you to explore ecosystems that shape the way we live, learn and thrive in the domains of nature, society, technologies, economy, politics and human relationships. Together, we will try to develop working strategies for a holistic, interconnected view of the world such as seeing connections between parts of a whole, co-evolution or understanding unintended consequences. Camp participants will learn to build supportive peer networks and naturally integrate individual aims into existing ecosystems, manage change for alternative future and take initiative, influence synergetic loops and utilize personal progress for mutual sustained prosperity. We hope you will gain ideas on how not just to survive in a complex world of various ecosystems – but to help reshape it toward greater justice and flourishing life. 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 may include but is not limited to team projects, discussions at the round table, social and sport games, performances in the open air, actions for peace and nature, 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. 14-day program includes 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.Special features of this summer:1) ONLY camp shifts for 8 days and 14 days include one trip outside Tallinn.2) A teenage camp participant is welcome to extend their stay for one or two weeks within the camp dates.
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
AccommodationIn 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. 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.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/eng TerminalAirport, bus station, harbor in Tallinn. Pick up by school or families at the point of arrival is possible upon request.Leisure 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 of 375 for one week or 630 Euro for two weeks shift. This is a separate fee that is different from your country sending organization s fee you pay at home. Our fee has to be paid by participants upon arrival to the camp in cash 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.