Descrizione

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Work

Volunteers will engage/assist in the following outlined activities: - ▪ Adult education classes- helping and support young and adult women who want to learn how to read, write and count. ▪ Teaching basic English language ▪ Attending in arts and craft workshops [Women are making various crafts, bracelets for incoming generation] ▪ Cooking classes and home management ▪ Health аnd Sanitation ▪ Workshops of various women development issues

Partner

Women empowerment project is a project under the Lolarash Lutheran church designed to offer an opportunity to the young and adult women around from the Maasai (Pastoralist) community to gain skills useful in their development. This project reflects the sense that, women play a key role in family and community development, so once empowered and given opportunities they can effect significant change in development.

Location

Lolarash is an area of Longido District, Arusha Tanzania. Located about 112km from Moshi town. The community is accessible via public transport starting from Moshi Main bus terminal to Tarakea and then change to Lolarash. Indigenous inhabitants are Masai tribe, however due to the economic activities happening in the North Kilimanjaro Forest there is good mixture of people from various parts of the country. The community shares boarder with Kenya as well the Kilimanjaro Forest. If you are coming from Kilimanjaro Airport (About 43km) you will need to take shuttle to Moshi town. Possibilities and options for leisure activities are: -Wild-life safari: Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara, Serengeti and Tarangire National parks. There is also various packages depending on the available time and budget. [Mountain Climbing – Mount Kilimanjaro, Meru and others, Eco and cultural tourism.]

Accomodation

Accommodation will be at community residential house. Mattresses will be provided in shared rooms. Volunteers are expected to help in meals preparation and cleaning. Vegetarian meals will be available for the entire period of the project.

Requirements

Potential volunteer for this project needs to have sufficient language proficiency to understand instruction given in English. Be flexible, open minded and eager to learn, independent, commitment to treating others with respect, Non-judgmental approach that values different cultures, Interest in people, cultures and their stories.

Meeting point

Travel and information sheet ▪ The nearest International Airport is Kilimanjaro International Airport ▪ The nearest bus/Ferry terminal is Moshi town Central Bus station located in the capital of Kilimanjaro region. ▪ Pick up point will be Umoja Lutheran Hostel, located along Liwali Street in Moshi town on the first day of the project at 14:00 hrs. You may wish to reserve your accommodation in this place if arriving before project date. [https://umojahostel.org/]. ▪ Project information sheet will available minimum four (4) weeks before the beginning of the project.

Descrizione

VIN’s Environmental and Conservation Programs raise community awareness of critical environmental issues and develop effective solutions. VIN runs various ecological projects that aim to conserve, promote, and protect the environment and culture while preventing, mitigating, and controlling water, land, and air pollution to enhance the health, safety, and welfare of current and future generations. We utilize permaculture for sustainable farming and have been teaching and implementing it since 2018. We believe that permaculture plays a vital role in restoring the entire ecosystem! Agriculture provides subsistence and employment for 80% of Nepal's population, accounting for approximately 39% of the total GDP. The sector's development is crucial for empowering those who rely on it and for the national economy. Since Nepal is in the Himalayan region, climate change has significantly impacted the country. Water sources are drying up, new types of moths and insects have emerged, and the timing of crop cultivation has shifted. Unexpected climate changes, unpredictable rainfall, droughts, and more are the consequences of global warming that Nepalese farmers are facing.

Work

As a volunteer, you will collaborate with the farmer’s VIN, which specializes in permaculture. The work is typically hands-on, and you’ll design the farm according to permaculture principles, including cultivating crops, weeding, irrigating, gathering materials, digging, and creating beds. Support farmers in making organic fertilizers like compost. Observe, interact, learn and implement.

Partner

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Location

Siddhicharan Municipality Ward 2 is located in Nisankhe, Okhaldhunga district, approximately 250 km from Kathmandu. A local jeep can reach it in 8-10 hours. This region showcases the beauty of Nepal’s hilly and mountainous terrain, surrounded by woods and fertile fields. For more information about the area and its development initiatives, visit www.ntchc.org.

Accomodation

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

Requirements

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Meeting point

Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu

Descrizione

Background/Project: Environmental protection ranks among the most urgent priorities in the modern world. Key aspects include tackling solid waste management issues in urban and rural Nepal, significantly impacting the environment and public health. Solid waste, a by-product of human activities, is increasing due to rapid urbanization, improved living standards, and changing consumption patterns. Effective waste management can turn it into a valuable resource, while poor handling leads to severe environmental degradation and health hazards. In VIN’s working communities, including schools, improper waste disposal, such as food remains and other materials, is a significant problem. These issues contribute to littering and elevate the potential for public health crises. Children are particularly vulnerable to the adverse effects of poor waste management, facing risks such as respiratory problems from dumping site dust, diarrhea, skin diseases, and eye infections.

Work

Objective:  Prevent and control water, land, and air pollution through environmental education and cleaning activities. Activities:-  Organize the waste management /Community clean-up campaign involving community people.  Train local people on garbage management using the 3R principles: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle (segregation, disposal, domestic methodology for making compost fertilizer, etc.)  Develop a kitchen garden concept and train the households to implement it.

Partner

Volunteers Initiative Nepal (VIN) Established in 2005, Volunteers Initiative Nepal (VIN) is a non-profit, non-governmental organization that takes a comprehensive approach to community development. It assists Nepal’s most marginalized populations. VIN recruits numerous local and international volunteers each year to achieve this objective. Our primary mission is to improve the quality of life for underprivileged individuals through community empowerment, using volunteering as our strategy for development initiatives.

Location

Jitpurphedi community is located in Tarakeshwor Municipality, on the outskirts of Kathmandu District. It is 10-15 km from the main ring road to Balaju, Kathmandu, covered with hills, fields, and woods.

Accomodation

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.

Requirements

 Basic English should be spoken among the participants  Physically sound as per the project requirements.

Meeting point

One of the VIN staff will pick up volunteers from the airport. Please send your flight details to VIN on time so we can send your name card and VIN logo to our staff. If you want to explore the country earlier, you can take a pre-paid taxi at the airport, or VIN can help you with that. You can arrive at the VIN office on the first day.

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Work

The main task is harvesting various berries and vegetables such as rhubarb, currants, raspberries, Japanese quince, then 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. And there is ongoing work of planting seeds. Working hours are 5-7 hours a day for 5 days a week. The exact work depends on season and partly on weather conditions.

Partner

For many years EstYES has been cooperating with eco-farms around Estonia demonstrating 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, garlic and rhubarb. Everything is grown in an environmentally sustainable way using straw and hay. The farm promotes sustainable lifestyle, and this camp is proposed for volunteers who appreciate and share its values, want to learn more and to help hard working people in country side.NB It is possible to stay for several shifts in a row.

Location

LocationThe farm is located in Kanepi municipality just 11 km from Otepaa and 47 km from Tartu. When coming from Tartu, choose a bus to Voru and get off at the Saverna stop. Buses stop there quite often, travel takes about 40 minutes. Also you can come through Otepaa. Knowing you 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 with nice weather, 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.Leisure timeIt is possible to swim, make a fire, 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. There is very nice restaurant nearby https://kodas.ee/restaurant/ and Cantervilla Castle where you can have fun in the water park. More info on www.cantervilla.ee

Accomodation

Farm life conditions are simple but decent. Sleeping is in a separate house in beds. Bed sheets, blankets and pillows are provided, so no need for 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 sauna. There is a dry organic toilet. Volunteers have to take care of their surroundings by cleaning up after themselves.

Requirements

Special requirementsYou have to be open-minded and be ready to adapt to the simple conditions of the rural life being ready to do farm work which can be hard sometimes. The minimum age of participants is 19, no upper limit.NB It is possible to stay for several shifts in a row.Participation feeWe ask participants to contribute 50 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 solution.

Meeting point

TBC

Work

Creative teaching English– Creative teaching is important to recognize; teaching certificate does not need for specific quality of the volunteer, but creative is the one of yours. The aims of creative teaching are given the chance for people in the village or the place nearby can communicate with different language, touch difference culture, and believing. Center renovation–As we have the center, VSA Learning Home, now we also need a volunteer to set up the center as when they have spare time from main work. We are going to clean repair and renovate the center. Kitchen Garden and farming-Fresh from Farm to table from itchen garden in the accommodation area. Volunteer will pants and take care of the small garden

Partner

Peace Village Songkhla has been creating in 2011 at Peace Village, everyone can come to learn in the main aim is learning by doing and international community Living. We can study about each country, nationalities, cultures, etc. in the class but in the real situation is not in the lesson where you can see how the difference of people even they are from the same city. Peace Village is active at the rural area of Songkhla province, Southern of Thailand in the small village; the name “Ban Ton San” (Ban in Thai mean village). The main occupation is rubber plantation and most of the villagers are Buddhist. The key to live at Peace Village; Living green, International community living, Learning by doing and Cultural diversity

Location

VSA Thailand 19/1 M.6 Klongla Klonghoikhong Songkhla

Accomodation

Stay at with host family, shared room with other volunteers. Volunteers expect to cook with Thai ingredient with host family. Recommend to buy data sim card

Work

Creative teaching English– Creative teaching is important to recognize; teaching certificate does not need for specific quality of the volunteer, but creative is the one of yours. The aims of creative teaching are given the chance for people in the village or the place nearby can communicate with different language, touch difference culture, and believing. Center renovation–As we have the center, VSA Learning Home, now we also need a volunteer to set up the center as when they have spare time from main work. We are going to clean repair and renovate the center. Kitchen Garden and farming-Fresh from Farm to table from itchen garden in the accommodation area. Volunteer will pants and take care of the small garden

Partner

Peace Village Songkhla has been creating in 2011 at Peace Village, everyone can come to learn in the main aim is learning by doing and international community Living. We can study about each country, nationalities, cultures, etc. in the class but in the real situation is not in the lesson where you can see how the difference of people even they are from the same city. Peace Village is active at the rural area of Songkhla province, Southern of Thailand in the small village; the name “Ban Ton San” (Ban in Thai mean village). The main occupation is rubber plantation and most of the villagers are Buddhist. The key to live at Peace Village; Living green, International community living, Learning by doing and Cultural diversity

Location

VSA Thailand 19/1 M.6 Klongla Klonghoikhong Songkhla

Accomodation

Stay at with host family, shared room with other volunteers. Volunteers expect to cook with Thai ingredient with host family. Recommend to buy data sim card

Work

SEEDS volunteers will have the opportunity to work on the historical island of Vioey for the 19th year in a row with our host, the city of Reykjavik. Vioey is a popular destination during the summer among Icelandic and foreign visitors. Volunteers will help prepare the island for the summer season. Volunteers will beautify the surroundings by cleaning up the area, especially along the coastline, for instance by hand-picking garbage or collecting trash blown by the wind or brought by the sea to the shores and surroundings.SEEDS volunteers may carry out some gardening activities as well and possibly make and maintain walking paths. Well maintained paths enable people to visit the island without damaging it and this important work also helps to improve safety for visitors. Depending on the advance of the project and weather conditions, volunteers may have other possible tasks such as checking up and repairing garden furniture.The working day normally runs from 09:00 - 17:00 with breaks for lunch and coffee; however, please be prepared for some flexibility due to the nature of Iceland s changeable weather, as we may not be able to perform some of the tasks or activities planned. The temperature in May can drop during the evenings. Volunteers should have motivation to work outside and work in all kinds of weather, as it can get cold and rainy. The working plan is flexible and it will depend on the needs of our host. No previous experience is necessary.

Partner

SEEDS programme combines learning, sharing, hands-on activities, getting to know Iceland, its culture, having fun, exploring the city and its attractions, as stunning natural attractions in possible excursions. Participants should prepare to share environmental issues from their countries and should be ready to spend time outdoors walking medium distances during activities and sightseeing.

Location

Vioey or Wood Island is the largest (1.7 km) island in the Kollafjorour Bay, just outside Reykjavik, the capital of Iceland. The island is covered by many species of plants and at least 30 species of breeding birds have been counted here. Vioey was inhabited soon after the settlement of Iceland in the 10th century. In the beginning of the 20th century, around 100 people lived there. Today the island is uninhabited.There is a regular ferry connection between the island and the harbour of Reykjavik. The island is only a few hundred metres away from the city and the trip takes a few minutes. This makes Vioey so special; it is a peaceful place, very close to the busy city life of the capital. There are hiking and cycling paths around the island and there is no motor traffic allowed. It also features intriguing sculptural artwork, amongst them all nine pairs of basalt pillars that comprise Richard Serra s work Afangar and Yoko Ono s Imagine Peace column, a tower of light, which is supported by the widow of John Lennon. Other places of interest on Vioey are related to archaeological research.

Accomodation

SEEDS volunteers will be lodged in a local house on Vioey Island, in shared rooms. The facilities are equipped with a kitchen, shower, and a washing machine. Everyone is expected to show consideration for their companions. Participants will sleep in shared rooms. Please bring your own sleeping bag.Volunteers will receive food supplies and will be in charge of cooking and cleaning. Please note the food SEEDS provides will be vegetarian. Do not forget to bring some traditional/typical food, drinks, recipes, music, games or movies from your country for the intercultural evening. Please be aware some items or ingredients may be expensive in Iceland and you will need to buy them yourselves or bring them from your country.

Requirements

LANGUAGE: English will be the language in the camp; intermediate conversational skills are needed.It may be very cold and/or rainy, so we recommend bringing warm and waterproof clothes (underlayers, overcoats, scarves, gloves and hats) and good walking shs, as some of the activities take place outdoors.

Meeting point

The Meeting time will be at 15:00 (3:00 pm) on May 13 at SEEDS office in ReykjavEk. Participants that cannot arrive on time (later or delayed flights) will be sent information on how to reach the camp on their own.

Notes:

Participation fee EUR 400 (Euros). The fee can either be transferred in advance via bank transfer, or paid in cash on arrival. It includes transportation from the meeting point to the camp (on the first day) and the Hot River Hike or a trip to the Reykjanes peninsula.The Meeting time will be at 18:00 (6:00 pm) on May 13 at SEEDS office in ReykjavEk. Participants that cannot arrive on time (later or delayed flights) will be sent information on how to reach the camp on their own.

Work

Bring History Back to Life at the Manoir de Lilly! Step back in time and join the restoration of the Manoir de Lilly, a site rich in history and mystery. Historical records suggest that the ponds you'll be working on could date back to the Middle Ages! Your mission: clear overgrown vegetation overtaking the ancient stone walls, revealing their original beauty. You'll also maintain the ponds, preserving the site's historical and natural elements. With hands-on work and fascinating discoveries, you’ll learn restoration techniques from passionate experts. But this project is more than hard work – it’s an adventure! You'll experience teamwork, cultural exchanges, and unforgettable moments with young volunteers from all over the world. Who knows what hidden secrets the site might reveal? Are you ready to leave your mark on the history of the Manoir de Lilly?

Partner

The Manoir de Lilly Association, a new partner of Concordia, aims to restore the manor's gardens and stables to create an educational space for children. Volunteers will help shape the future of this site through hands-on restoration efforts. This project showcases a commitment to preserving historical heritage while providing young international volunteers with a meaningful learning experience. The manor's owner and the association are dedicated to welcoming volunteers and ensuring an enriching, friendly experience. Set in a rustic, secluded environment, this project offers a unique opportunity to preserve a remarkable site while bonding with the local community.

Location

Lilly is a picturesque Norman village in the Eure department, surrounded by lush green landscapes. It’s located between Rouen and Évreux, offering access to Normandy’s cultural and historical treasures, including Rouen Cathedral, the Jumièges and Bec-Hellouin abbeys, and the Seine River loops. With forests and meadows surrounding Lilly, it’s ideal for hiking, wildlife observation, and exploring Normandy’s rural heritage. Nearby, volunteers can visit the medieval Château d’Harcourt, the charming village of Lyons-la-Forêt, or Giverny, famous for Monet’s gardens. The animation team will organize outings and activities to fully explore the region's historical and natural wonders.

Accomodation

You'll stay in tents in the manor's gardens, with a marquee set up as a communal living space. Toilets and a shower are available in the owner’s building, as well as in an additional caravan. Note: the caravan has dry toilets (which require cleaning), and the shower needs to be manually heated. The living conditions are rustic, adding to the charm of the site’s history. Community life will be central to the experience: share daily tasks and cook together. A camp leader will manage the budget for grocery shopping, encouraging the use of fresh, local, and seasonal products for healthy and mostly vegetarian meals.

Requirements

This project is supported by the European Solidarity Corps (ESC) program for young people aged 18-30. Volunteers must meet the ESC criteria and follow the guidelines listed here: European Solidarity Corps. - No participation or sending fees are required. Volunteers will receive financial support for travel, depending on distance and ticket submission. - Volunteers must register on the PASS portal, after which Concordia will confirm their participation. - Volunteers will receive pocket money of 6€/day upon arrival. - A participation report must be completed online via the portal.

Meeting point

The meeting is planned at GISORS Train Station, May 14th at the end of the day. The exact time of the meeting will be communicated with the info sheet, sent at least 4 weeks before the beginning of the workcamp. From PARIS, regular trains (around 1 per hour) leave from Saint Lazare train station for Gisors train station (1 hour trip). The trains are open to booking about 4 months before the departure dates, accessible on the following website: https://www.sncf-connect.com/en-en/ If you are coming first by plane, remember that you will need some time to commute from the airport to the train station, therefore we recommend that you arrive early enough for you not to rush and have a stress-free travel.

Notes:

- Bring work clothes and closed shoes for the site. - Since accommodations are in tents (provided by Concordia), bring a sleeping bag and either a mat or camping mattress for comfort. - Don’t forget a bathing suit if you have the opportunity to swim! Feel free to bring local specialties, photos, musical instruments, or anything you’d like to share with the group or the local population. - EU volunteers must bring their EHIC (European Health Insurance Card), and all participants need to have insurance coverage. Any health issues during the project will require volunteers to pay for treatment and seek reimbursement after returning home.

Work

You want to contribute to the revitalization of a rural community and connect with locals? Join a team of volunteers to set up a guinguette and bring a lively meeting place to life in the heart of Gers, one of the most welcoming regions in France! In Preignan, a dynamic village surrounded by nature, you will help breathe new life into L’Hydroberge, a community café cherished by locals. The goal of this project is to transform this alternative space into a hub for connection and exchange while upholding values of inclusion, equality, and eco-responsibility. On-site, you will take part in preparing the venue for the summer season by building a pizza oven and outdoor wooden furniture. No prior experience is required—if you’ve never done masonry or carpentry before, don’t worry, everything can be learned on-site! What truly matters is your motivation and willingness to bring creativity to this project full of potential. Your stay will also be filled with exciting activities and local tourism, ensuring an immersive experience in the life of the village.

Partner

During the project, you will be ambassadors of L’Hydroberge, a former mill that has become a true community hub. This café is now a cornerstone for locals, combining culture, conviviality, and creativity. L’Hydroberge hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including jam sessions, thematic fairs (eco-construction, wellness, cosplay), book signings, conferences, and concerts. During your stay, you will have the chance to take part in one of these jam sessions. Music instruments will be available, but you can bring your own to join the lively musical atmosphere of the venue. This is the perfect opportunity to meet residents, exchange ideas, and experience a rich and dynamic immersion in local life.

Location

L’Hydroberge is located in Preignan, a charming village in Gers, at the heart of the Occitanie region in southern France. This picturesque village, with everything you need nearby, is just a stone’s throw from Auch, the city of d’Artagnan, known for its rich history. Preignan hosts fascinating remnants such as an ancient villa visible on the ridges. The village’s Romanesque church, at its center, was built on a former Merovingian cemetery, offering a true journey through time. The Rambert Mill, home to L’Hydroberge, is itself a historic monument and a symbol of local life. If you love history and authenticity, Gers is the ideal place to explore France in a unique way. You can discover the Santiago de Compostela trails, visit archaeological sites like the Gallo-Roman villa of Seviac, and more! The region is also home to the Occitan language, adding even more charm to its rich character.

Accomodation

You will sleep in individual tents (provided by Concordia) with access to sanitary facilities, showers, and a kitchen. Everyone will take turns preparing meals and managing the living space (organizing schedules, cleaning, shopping, etc.). Tasks will be shared collectively, and meals will be prepared together (mainly vegetarian). A budget will be allocated to the team leaders, and you will participate in grocery shopping, prioritizing healthy and locally sourced products. Laundry will be done by hand. Wi-Fi is not available

Requirements

Foreigners belonging to the European Union must bring with them a personal EHIC (European Health Insurance Card), and everybody must, in any case, bring their insurance certificate. If health issues arise on the project, volunteers will have to pay for them, and will then be reimbursed once back in their home country. This project is supported by the European Solidarity Corps (ESC) program for young people between 18 and 30. It is open to all volunteers that fit the ESC criteria. The participation to ESC volunteering teams is subjected to several principles and conditions, presented on the ESC webpage: https://europa.eu/youth/solidarity/mission_en - Volunteers do not have to pay any fee (neither sending, nor participation fee) to attend the project and will receive financial support for their travel, according to a maximum amount established depending on their travel distance and upon the presentation of original tickets; - Volunteers need to enrol in the PASS, the ESC Portal; then Concordia France will organise their matching, on the online system, with the volunteering project; - Volunteers will receive pocket money, calculated on the basis of 6€/day, once they arrive at the project in France; - Volunteers will have to complete a participation report, submitted online through the portal.

Meeting point

The meeting point is AUCH Train Station on the 14th of May at 6 PM. There are regular trains to AUCH from TOULOUSE Matabiau station. From PARIS, you can take the train from Montparnasse train station to TOULOUSE Matabiau train station, regular departures are scheduled throughout the day (about every hour). The trip last for about 4.5 hours, once in TOULOUSE Matabiau train station.Trains are open to booking about 4 months before the departure dates, available on the following website: https://www.sncf-connect.com/en-en/ If you are coming first by plane, remember that you will need some time to commute from the airport to the train station, therefore we recommend that you arrive early enough for you not to rush and have a stress free travel. If possible, please consider using low-carbon transportation (train and bus rather than airplane) for a sustainable international workcamp.

Notes:

Consider taking clothes and footwear suited for work and hiking (including rain clothes). Bring a warm sleeping bag and a good floor mat, tents are provided but if you want, you can bring your own tent. Don’t forget to bring a bathing suit in case you go swimming. Don’t hesitate to bring home specialties, photos, games, music instruments, etc.

Work

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 impactThe camp is based at Alviora, which offers a range of activities to connect people with nature, such as community gardens, wildlife workshops, school programs, and hikes. As part of the camp, volunteers help maintain the center through tasks like gardening, renovating the house and other projects such as removing old fences to protect wildlife, marking walking paths, and potentially do forestry work like trimming or planting trees.This camp combines learning, sharing, hands-on work and fun. No previous experience is needed. Volunteers should be prepared to share environmental issues from their home countries and be ready to spend time outdoors. Volunteers should be ready to adapt and be flexible with the work and free-time schedule. Depending on the weather, we may not be able to perform some of the activities as planned.

Partner

PROJECT: This camp is part of SEEDS ongoing efforts to raise awareness, promote engagement in environmental issues and to support sustainability, organic and permaculture farming, social inclusion, education and hands-on actions in the field. Volunteers will gain insights into local and global challenges through non-formal educational activities such as hands-on work, visits, discussions, and workshops. SEEDS volunteers have the opportunity to participate in different projects in collaboration with Landvernd (the Icelandic Environmental Organization), the EcoVillage at Solheimar, the Icelandic Ministry for Environment and Natural Resources, Umhverfisstofnun (the Icelandic Environmental Agency) and Blai Herinn (the Blue Army).

Location

LOCATION: The accommodation is located an hour drive south-east from Reykjavik. The house serves as an environmental-educational centre and sits under Ingolfsfjall, The Mountain of Ingolfur, with a view of Eyjafjallajokull where the volcanic eruptions began in March and April 2010. The place is registered as natural Icelandic heritage; the nature, vegetation and birdlife is rich in variety and quantity. The volunteers can enjoy outdoor activities in a peaceful and beautiful location with a small stream and a pond nearby. Hiking trails with maps about cultural heritage can be found throughout the area, which is a popular attraction among both foreign and local visitors. The nearest town, Selfoss, only 10 minutes-drive away, with 6500 inhabitants, is a centre of commerce and small industries where you find a geothermal swimming pool, shops, museums, cafes and bars.

Accomodation

ACCOMMODATION: SEEDS volunteers stay in an old farm which has been transformed into an environmental education centre. The facilities are basic with an equipped kitchen, dining and living room, bathroom, shower and a washing machine. Volunteers sleep in shared rooms, with up to 6 people per room. Please bring your own sleeping bag and towel.Volunteers will receive food supplies and will be in charge of cooking and cleaning. Please note the food SEEDS provides will be vegetarian. Do not forget to bring some traditional/typical food, drinks, recipes, music, games or movies from your country for the intercultural evening. Please be aware some items or ingredients may be expensive in Iceland and you will need to buy them yourselves or bring them from your country.

Requirements

LANGUAGE: English will be the language in the camp; intermediate conversational skills are needed. TERMINAL: Closest international Airport: Keflavik/Reykjavik (KEF). Bus station: Central Reykjavik (BS). EXTRAS / SPECIAL REMARKS: Participation fee EUR 350 (Euros). The fee can either be transferred in advance via bank transfer, or paid in cash on arrival. It includes accommodation, food and one trip to the Hot River area in Reykjadalur. The fee does not include the transportation from Reykjavik to the camp and back, which costs EUR 30 one way or EUR 60 for both ways. Additional excursions (e.g. Golden Circle, the South Shore or Reykjanes Peninsula) can be arranged at discount fares depending on time availability, weather conditions, and the number of volunteers interested. Weather may be cold or rainy, so we recommend bringing warm and/or waterproof clothes.

Meeting point

Meeting time is at 16:00 (4:00 pm) on May 16 at the SEEDS Office in Reykjavik.

Notes:

EXTRAS / SPECIAL REMARKS: Participation fee EUR 350 (Euros). The fee can either be transferred in advance via bank transfer, or paid in cash on arrival. It includes accommodation, food and one trip to the Hot River area in Reykjadalur. The fee does not include the transportation from Reykjavik to the camp and back, which costs EUR 30 one way or EUR 60 for both ways.