Work

We invite 12 international volunteers to help continue the construction of the Celtic housing complex in Bopfingen. So far, seven workcamp groups, local volunteers of the community of Bopfingen and a team of professional craftsmen have been working on the three houses of the Celtic housing complex. Your task will be to continue the work there by finishing the walls and floors. The working place is set on the top of the hill “Ipf”, so you will be working outside a lot with a wonderful view over the region. All the materials you work with are natural materials like clay, wood, and stone. The work will be led by a professional instructor, so no previous experience is needed. Expect manual work! You will work around 30 hours per week, somewhere between 8am to 4pm from Monday to Friday with a 1-2 hour lunchbreak.

Partner

The town of Bopfingen invites an international workcamp for the seventh time this year! A couple years back, researchers found archaeological evidence from the Celtic people that used to live here thousands of years ago in the Iron Age. The town’s project for the next years is to rebuild some of the houses in Celtic style to show tourists how the Celts may have lived in this area. By participating to this project you contribute to protecting the local cultural heritage in a sustainable way (UN SDG 9 and 11). You will also be part of the strong partnership between international volunteers and this project in Bopfingen, as international workcamps have helped with building the complex almost every year.

Location

Bopfingen is a small town in southern Germany. It has a beautiful centre with a lot of houses in old German style. What makes Bopfingen special is the hill next to the town which is called “Ipf” with its flat plateau on the top. The “Ipf” has an important historical meaning in this area. In former times, the Celts lived there and until today a lot of archaeologists and historians come to explore the region. It is surrounded by beautiful nature where you can go for a walk or hike. Around Bopfingen, you will find various museums, the romantic historic city of Nördlingen, and the Ries (a large circular meteor impact crater with a diameter of 24 km). If you would like to visit a bigger city, Ulm is not far away with its famous cathedral and the highest church tower in the world.

Accomodation

You will be staying at a local gym hall at about 10 minutes walking distance from the city centre and 15 minutes from the train station. You will all sleep in the very big main room of the gym hall. Camp beds are provided but please bring your own sleeping bag! In the gym hall there is also a kitchen which you can use for cooking, tables and chairs, different toilets which can be separated by gender and one bathroom with one shower. Your group of volunteers will be responsible for grocery shopping and cooking together. The food will be bought with the camp budget and everybody will take turns for cooking, washing the dishes and cleaning. In order to reduce our carbon footprint on the planet, we encourage volunteers to reduce meat and try more sustainable dishes.

Meeting point

Please, try and arrive at “Bopfingen” train station between 1pm and 7pm on July 19th. Find the best connection on the German railway company's website: https://www.bahn.com/en

Work

help at promoting and developing cultural and traditional events for Grupo Desportivo e Recreativo da Granja association, together with the local community, doing hands-on work and logistical tasks at the association headquarters and across the village, while hanging out and having some fun with the community at entertainment times. interact with the village community through storytelling activities and by patronizing elderly people (helping them at doing some tasks, keeping company, entertaining, chatting, etc.).help at promoting our natural resources, by creating figures with our local and traditional black clay, by experiencing our thermal and healing waters in Carvalhal hot springs, while sightseeing in the local heritage and landscapes.

Partner

Active Granja workcamp is about social and environmental sustainability. It aims at fighting GranjaIs geographic and social isolation. We want to make the village more alive, more active and more aligned with young peopleIs interests. We also want to provide its inhabitants with a joyful, intergenerational coexistence, with new experiences, knowledge and worldview. Therefore, we are eager to activate Granja with the help and the companionship of some nice young people from abroad who want to joins us and help us with the organization and the development of traditional practices and other activities in our community, daily tasks and entertainment, with promoting our culture, with attracting young people to the village, with making our village more charming, greener and smarter.

Location

The camp is placed in the inner centre of Portugal, in a small rural village, called Granja, which is inhabited by approximately 130 people. ItIs 3,5 hours away from Lisbon and 1,5 hours away from Oporto by car. The closest city to Granja is Viseu, where you can go by car, taxi or bus.

Accomodation

The lodgement of the camp is Granja Sports Hall, a very large indoor sports hall, with internet. It will be divided into a dormitory area and a large multipurpose area. The dormitory will be adapted with camp beds, and it will be separated for boys and girls with movable dividers. ThereIs an adjoining bathouse with ladies bathroom and gentlemen bathroom. We provide breakfast, lunch, snakc and dinner.

Requirements

Sportswear and comfortable footwear. Mountain shoes. Coat for cold nights. A cap or hat. Sleeping bag and pillow. Bath and changing room equipment (towels, bathing suit, swimming suit, cap, slippers...). Backpack. Toiletries. Own medicines. Sunscreen. Insect repellent. Musical instruments and/ or other tools for arts they play are welcome. Technological gadgets- laptop/ phone Chargers compatible

Meeting point

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Work

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.

Partner

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

Location

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

Accomodation

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

Requirements

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

Meeting point

Weingarten Bus stop via Lingenfeld train station; details will be given later.

Descrizione

As a volunteer, you will work alongside people with disabilities in the fields. You will be guided and assisted by the permanent volunteers, who will support you where needed and provide the explanations you require. The tasks will depend on the weather. One thing is certain: you will be working in the fields!

Work

At De Plek, we are committed to sustainable, small-scale organic farming, cultivating vegetables with respect for nature and the climate. By working bio-intensively, we can grow a wide variety of high-quality vegetables on a small area while minimizing our impact on the earth. We believe in the power of healthy and fair agriculture that benefits not only nature but also the people who work on the land and enjoy its produce. Our mission is to create a community where connection, learning, and collaboration are central. We aim to develop De Plek into a hub in our region, bringing together people of all ages and backgrounds to work, learn, and grow. We do this by organizing cooking workshops, providing a platform for social interaction, and involving volunteers and people with disabilities who seek meaningful daily activities. By continuing to invest in our project, we hope to expand our impact. We want to organize more activities and further strengthen our role as a place of connection and inspiration. At De Plek, we work together toward a resilient future, where sustainable farming, social engagement, and community building go hand in hand. You will take on various tasks together with the local assistant farmers, such as: • Maintaining the garden • Preparing seedbeds • Creating pathways • Assembling vegetable packages

Partner

Bouworde vzw, a non-profit organisation, gives young people the chance to explore the world differently through volunteering work on meaningful social, technical or ecological projects worldwide. By doing so, young people discover other cultures, learn to work together and experience different sorts of inequality in the world. Bouworde wants to offer young people a chance to actively help to build a better world, always in cooperation with local people. We strive for a world in which every person’s rights are respected. Bouworde vzw is an educational organisation for young people. By organising volunteer trips worldwide, we want to broaden their horizon and help them to develop a critical and global mindset. This way we also want to enhance their sense of solidarity.

Location

In consultation with Liesbeth, evening activities can be organized.

Accomodation

De Plek has a beautiful area available. Accommodation will be in tents, so be sure to bring your own tent and sleeping gear! There will be three meals per day. Vegetarian options can be provided upon request.

Meeting point

Our volunteers from Belgium travel to Haacht station on their own. For our international volunteers, they will probarly travel through the airport of Brussels. If they chose to go by train, they will arrive in Brussels aswell. There are multiple trains an hour that go from Brussels to Leuven. From Leuven there are multiple trains going to Haacht each hour. The train network in Belgium is hosted by the NMBS. You can buy tickets on their website (https://www.belgiantrain.be/nl), or buy a ticket in the office at the trainstation.

Work

The meaning of the pilgrimage to St. Anna is to spread the work of Benediktus among people. Volunteers will help to prepare and implement an event. The pilgrimage starts with Holy Mass and includes food and drink stalls, countless games for children, live music, theatre and much more. The work tasks will include mowing and raking grass, carrying things, setting up tents, tables and benches, cleaning, cooking, baking, frying, accompanying people with disabilities at work and in their free time, attending community meetings, selling products, making banners or doing face painting. The work will not be physically demanding and does not require any previous experience. Volunteers may prepare a workshop of their own (about their culture or any other ideas are welcome). Most of the work will be carried out outside, please, bring adequate boots and clothes that can get dirty and a raincoat.

Partner

This project is organized in cooperation with the NGO Benediktus, a beautiful community of people with and without disabilities. They are members of L´arche (international community founded on Christian principles, which creates a home and life program for people with intellectual disabilities). Benediktus provides social services, a daycare centre, social therapy workshops and sheltered housing, in order to involve people with disabilities in daily life. Benediktus also creates sheltered jobs for people with altered working abilities such as drying fruits, cultivating a garden, organizing public events, or reconstructing historical buildings. The aim of the project is to help with the preparation and implementation of the largest annual cultural event, the pilgrimage to St. Anna, and to blur the lines between people regardless of their disability status. At thisproject participants will actively contribute to the achievement of United Nation Sustainable Development Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities. Feel free to watch 4 min video: please copy this: https://drive.google.com/file/d/14Rb6OGEDQfyrWLnynsW53xn-8aXXN2Vx/view

Location

Location: The Benediktus community is located in the picturesque village of Modletin, between the villages of Horni Bradlo and Rusinov, in the heart of the Iron Mountains. The area consists of historically significant buildings, which Benediktus reconstructs and uses for activities such as housing, work and cultural activities. The complex has a timbered fruit dryer, orchard and vegetable garden. Everywhere in the village there is good phone coverage, nevertheless, the village is small so there are no services such as ATMs or pharmacies. Leisure time: Modletin is located in the heart of the protected landscape area of the Iron Mountains that offers a wide range of activities: hiking, swimming in a nearby dam, mushroom picking, sightseeing in the area (castles, chateaux, historic villages, geomorphological formations, natural monuments), cultural events (concerts, exhibitions, openings). In the area of Benediktus it is also possible to play sports. Study part: As part of the pilgrimage, there will be a meeting with the general public and the volunteers will have the opportunity to present their culture, either in the form of theatre, fun games for children or making typical food. Other Czech and foreign volunteers also take part in the pilgrimage, with whom there will be an opportunity not only to work but also to spend free time together. During the project, volunteers have a unique opportunity to learn about the life and work of people with and without disabilities in the L'Arche community.

Accomodation

Accommodation for volunteers is located in the Benediktus complex in Modletin in the building of the former spa. It is a large attic room with a shower, two toilets and a kitchen. Volunteers will sleep on mattresses with sheets but bring your own sleeping bag. There is WIFI and a washing machine. Food will be provided by Benediktus (breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks and good coffee). By prior arrangement, volunteers can also cook for themselves in the kitchen in their accommodation. We welcome volunteers who want to participate in the preparation of Czech dishes or cook dishes from their countries.

Requirements

The project is open to volunteers facing mental or physical health obstacles or disabilities after individual consultation. Please contact us with information about your condition. This project is supported by the EU program European Solidarity Corps. Some of the conditions differ from the usual projects; there will be detailed info provided after your acceptance. For more info about ESC visit https://www.inexsda.cz/en/faq-esc/.

Meeting point

Timetables may change for summer. We will provide more transport details in infoheet later. Feel free to use our application IDOS for all kind of transport around Czech Republic (buses, trains, public city transport). To have a general knowledge how to ge to the meeting point: From Prague: From the airport take the bus 119 to Nadrazi Veleslavin stop. Change to green metro line A in the direction of Depo Hostivar, get off at “Muzeum” and change to red metro line C in direction of Letnany, go 1 stop and get off at “Hlavni Nadrazi” stop (main railway station). From here take the train R 983 Vysocina at 14:06 and get off in Havlickuv Brod (at 15:57). Change to the train Os 5382 leaving at 16:13 and get off at Chotebor station (at 16:32) where your campleader will be waiting for you and take you to Modletin, your accommodation.

Notes:

Volunteers will sleep on mattresses with sheets but bring your own sleeping bag.

Work

Guardians of Nature is a volunteer project supporting the Santa Bárbara Altea Estiu summer schools—an educational initiative that helps teenagers and local children reconnect with nature and understand the value of their environment. Taking place in the beautiful natural surroundings of Altea, five international volunteers will join a dynamic team to co-create and develop engaging activities and workshops, promoting awareness of local flora, fauna, and sustainable living. Volunteers will work closely with coordinators and campleaders to design and lead morning workshops for local children, while afternoons will be filled with group and summer camp-style activities including excursions, relaxation sessions, and hands-on experiences in natural sciences and rural life. This is a screen-free, nature-centered environment that encourages shared learning, creativity, and coexistence. Volunteers are expected to bring initiative, flexibility, and a spirit of collaboration, as they will play an active role in shaping the experience for themselves and the participants. A good command of English is required, and Spanish or Valencian is a plus. Be prepared for hot summer weather and outdoor conditions.

Partner

A collaboration agreement has been drawn up between Altea Town Hall and the Altaia Higher Education Center and De Amicitia where the students of said institute will participate in this summer camp promoted by De Amicitia association within the framework of international volunteering. This camp is a part of the project "European Youth in Action: policymakers for climate justice", co-funded by the Citizens, Equality. Rights and Values (CERV) programme of the European Commission. "EYA - European Youth in Action" aims at empowering European youth to make their voices heard by the decision makers on climate justice issues, through building of a structured path at European level for the engagement of youth. The project engages young people in expressing their vision on the Europe they want and on climate justice; increase knowledge and awareness on climate justice issues, improve competences in concrete actions for climate justice in three key related issues: energy transition, greenwashing, biodiversity.

Location

Altea La Vella is a district of Altea, a municipality in the province of Alicante (Spain). It has 583 inhabitants (INE 2012). This place of the Marina Baja is located between the sea and the mouintains and was the origin of the current Altea. Its white houses stand out. It is located 3.5km south north of the urban center of Altea, 3 km south of the Sierra de Bernia, 2 km west of the Mediterranean Sea and 9 km from Callosa de Ensarriá.

Accomodation

The facilities of Finca Santa Bárbara have the optimal requirements for carrying out this project, since they are located in a rural enclave, with toilets, showers, children's games area, a picnic area, camping areas for TENTS and a swimming pool. Summer sleeping bag is necessary. The food is provided by our campleaders and the volunteers will be cooking in groups by the guidance of our campleader. Tents will be provided by the organization yet you can bring your own tent if you wish.

Requirements

The extra fee has be paid by card ( in the exceptional cases we can accept bank transfer as well) 3 weeks before the camp as a confirmation of participation. If we don't recieve the fee and the flight/bus tickets of the volunteer, we will consider that she/he will not attending to project and we will give opportunity to other volunteers that are on the waiting list.

Meeting point

The meeting point will be on June 28th in Altea. Volunteers will need to reach the Santa Bárbara facilities by their own means. The exact address and directions will be provided in the Infosheet, and campleaders will be in contact throughout the day to support their arrival and orientation.

Work

127807; Your mission on the Workcamp in Saint-Alban-du-Rhone and 128170;During your stay, you ll be helping to improve and preserve the local environment through two main projects: the upkeep of a forest park and the development of the banks of the Rhone. The aim is to make these areas more accessible, more pleasant and better protected from certain nuisances.127795; Work in the forest parkThe forest park next to the medical center is overgrown, making certain areas difficult to access. Your mission will consist of :9989; Clearing: cutting tall grass, brambles and other invasive vegetation.9989; Pruning and cleaning: removing dead branches and clearing paths to facilitate the movement of walkers.9989; Enhance the site: make the park more welcoming for residents by promoting a pleasant, natural setting.127754; Development of the Rhone river banksThe banks of the Rhone are suffering from damage caused by coypu, which dig galleries weakening the soil and accelerating erosion. To limit these nuisances and protect the environment, you ll be taking part in :9989; Fence installation: install a physical barrier to prevent coypu from accessing the banks and limit damage.9989; Installing a geotextile: place a specific membrane under the wire mesh to stabilize the soil and prevent underground galleries.9989; Maintaining the surrounding area: clearing away garbage and unwanted vegetation to promote a healthier ecosystem.You ll work 5 hours a day from Monday to Friday (mornings). 10024; Why is this project important?Thanks to your commitment, you ll be making a direct contribution to improving the living environment of local residents and preserving natural areas. This project will also enable you to learn ecological landscaping techniques while sharing an enriching collective experience.Ready to take up the challenge and leave your positive mark on Saint-Alban-du-Rhone? and 127793;128170;128293;

Partner

Saint-Alban-du-Rhone is a commune of 1,000 inhabitants in the Isere department of the Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes region. Bordered by the Rhone River, it enjoys a pleasant natural setting between the Dauphine plains and the Pilat foothills. Just a few kilometers from Vienne and an hour from Lyon, the commune offers a peaceful environment that s still close to major routes. Following on from the workcamps carried out in 2007 and 2008, Saint-Alban-du-Rhone is keen to welcome back a team of volunteers to help beautify and enhance the area.

Location

127881; Activities to discover in and around Saint-Alban-du-Rhone and 127807;Outside the worksite, you ll have the chance to take part in a multitude of fun and varied activities in and around Saint-Alban-du-Rhone Here s just a taste of what s in store:128675; Canoeing on the Rhone: Take advantage of the water for a canoeing adventure, a great way to discover the region from another angle.128131; Dance party and Paella: Join in a convivial evening with music, dancing and a delicious paella meal prepared for all.127984; Visit Vienna: Discover this historic city and its ancient monuments, just a few kilometers from Saint-Alban-du-Rhone.129406; Hiking in Pilat: Put on your walking shoes and explore the magnificent trails of the Pilat nature park, with breathtaking views over the valley.129383; Tarte aux myrtilles: Enjoy this local specialty in a warm atmosphere, a well-deserved gourmet break after a day of adventure.127961; Visit Lyon: Discover the city of Lyon, its traboules, renowned cuisine and picturesque districts, taking time to stroll around this cultural capital.127754; Plan d eau de Saint-Pierre: Relax by the water s edge for a swim or water activity.127919; Petanque competition: Test your accuracy and team spirit at a petanque competition in a relaxed atmosphere.127795; Accrobranche: For thrill-seekers, discover an accrobranche course in the heart of nature, ideal for challenging your friends127934; Tennis tournament: Take part in a friendly tournament to test your skills on the local tennis court.127869; International meal: Enjoy a unique culinary experience with an international meal where everyone can show off dishes typical of their own country.

Accomodation

During the worksite, you ll be accommodated in the village hall/gymnasium, a spacious and practical space. You ll be able to set up your tents or sleeping mats in a convivial atmosphere.128703; You ll have access to changing rooms with showers and sanitary facilities for your comfort after a day s work.127859; A collective kitchen will be at your disposal to prepare your meals and share pleasant moments as a group.A simple, functional setting for a collective, enriching experience and 127775;

Requirements

In the context of group life, qualities such as listening, respect, tolerance and open-mindedness will be required.

Meeting point

Meet at Saint Alban du Rhone town hall on Sunday July 20 (time to be confirmed). From Lyon, take a train to St Clair Les Roches SNCF station. From St Clair Les Roches, take a bus to Saint Alban du Rhone.Your guide will be waiting for you there to take you to the site Please be on time. Further information on train timetables: http://www.voyages-sncf.com/

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. 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 July 20 at the SEEDS Office in Reykjavik.

Notes:

EXTRAS / SPECIAL REMARKS: Participation fee EUR 400 (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.

Work

Join an international team of volunteers and help organize a summer camp for children aged 3 to 18! As a volunteer, you can teach English, lead games and sports activities, while giving so much more: bringing joy, building trust, and boosting their self-confidence. The children will attend the activities in age-based groups every day from Monday to Friday. Join the dedicated team of the foundation and bring joy and learning into the lives of local children together!

Partner

Since 2016, the Juszt-is teszünk! Foundation has been active in Bódvalenke. That was the year when the project began that earned the village the nickname "Fresco Village", as Roma painters transformed the walls of the houses into beautiful works of art. Bódvalenke is mostly inhabited by Roma people, whose only employment opportunity is public works. Over the years, several projects have been launched to support the disadvantaged local community. There are nearly 100 children living in Bódvalenke, making up half of the village’s population.

Location

Bódvalenke is a small village with approximately 230 residents, located in northern Hungary, in Borsod-Abaúj-Zemplén County, near the Slovakian border, within the Edelény district. It is close to Miskolc and surrounded by picturesque natural landscapes. This experience is not only about volunteering but also about connecting with the community, learning about Roma culture, and enjoying meaningful moments with fellow volunteers.

Accomodation

Accommodation will be provided at the foundation's house, where you can either camp in a tent or sleep in the community space. The house has two separate restrooms with showers. Activities with the children take place outdoors in the yard, so if you need a short break and the group size allows it, you can rest in the sleeping area. We will provide three meals a day (hot meals for lunch and dinner), with a vegetarian option available. Meals are always shared. Breakfast consists of cold food (e.g., sandwiches, boiled eggs, etc.), while lunch and dinner will be prepared together the night before. The weekly menu will be planned together during the preparatory meeting.

Requirements

There are no language requirements, but English will be the working language during the program. Please bring comfortable clothes that can get dirty while playing, a sleeping bag, and any personal medications you may need. We kindly ask you to send us a motivation letter, focusing on why you decided to work with children and what related skills or previous experiences you have in this field.

Meeting point

Meeting point: We will be waiting for you on July 20th at 10:00 AM at Deák Square, at the airport bus stop (100E and 200E). If this time is too early for you, the foundation’s staff can provide accommodation for volunteers the night before. The transportation between Budapest and Bódvalenke will be arranged by the foundation, either by car or train. The journey takes at least 3 hours by car.

Notes:

Two weeks before the camp starts, we will hold an online preparatory meeting on a Monday evening to finalize the weekly program, ensuring we have all necessary materials. After the camp, there will also be an online reflection session where we will discuss our experiences. It would be great if you could join these as well!

Work

Gönüllü Hizmetler Derneği-Childhood Dreams program, organized for children between the ages of 10-14 with limited access, is a social content and child-themed workcamp. A volunteer team consisting of foreign and Turkish volunteers will run a 1-week camp program with under state care children. The program content, activities to be done with the children and the organization of the volunteer team will be planned by the Childhood Dreams camp leader. The camp has been running successfully since 2009 with the same theme.

Partner

Kalben Association is a nonprofit organization established to protect and support the children under state care. It develops projects to ensure equal opportunities for these children their peers and supports individuals who wish to become foster parents. It aims to create spaces for children to have fun and learn and to find permanent solutions to their emotional needs.

Location

Kalben Children's Village was established by Kalben Association in 2024. The village is on an island in Balıkesir (city). It is possible to organize activities such as swimming and walking tours on the island as part of the program for volunteers.

Accomodation

Accommodation will be in shared rooms in the children's village building, male and female volunteers stay in separate rooms. Meals will be prepared and served by the host organization.

Requirements

The acceptance phase is a 2-step process. As a first step, CVs and motivation letters will be requested from volunteers and as a second step volunteers will be interviewed via Zoom / Google Meet. Experience working with children are preferred.

Meeting point

Detailed information about reaching the island will be shared with volunteers later. The island can be arrived via sea transportation with connections from Istanbul.