Descrizione

International FAMILY workcamp in the mountain village of great nature and beautiful houses! Meaningful work, super clean water and Dinosaur museum are waiting!!

Work

Volunteer will help to 1) maintain the old houses by cleaning up, drying many sleeping mats, etc., 2) do farming (weeding in the green tea field that was abandon, cultivating, planting and harvesting potatoes) and 3) do other community work (e.g., construction, chopping woods, trail maintenance). Children sometimes work with adults and other times play in the nature (river, etc.) by the assistance of some parents (by turns) and supporting vols.

Partner

This project is actively working for SDGs 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), organized together with Ohara Eco Project (OEP) since 2009. There were 600 inhabitants in Ohara village with 90 houses 100 years ago, but now only 1 elder! OEP was founded by the local people in 2006 and has rehabilitated 7 houses of cultural heritage. They maintain and revive the trails and fields, organize the workcamps with NICE and run various eco tours, so got the best prize in the award of Creating Home Town by the national government in 2016! The family workcamp started since 2013 (President of NICE keeps joining as a leader with his kids) and hosted a lot of families from Japan, Asia, Europe and Americas with great success. *Outcome of this workcamp: In 2024, 17 vols. from 5 families joined and made great contribution to have dried over sleeping mats, weed in the tea field (see the pictures), made natural clay for walls, cleaned the village road, etc. Please see the presentation made by the volunteer for the IVS contest in Japan; https://www.slideshare.net/nice-workcamp/e5-55193721 (only Japanese for the moment, but you can at least enjoy the pictures!)

Location

200 km north east of Osaka. Katsuyama is an agricultural city and famous for dinosaurs discovery. Ohara village is located at 500 m a.s.l. and surrounded by the mountains with very rich nature (e.g., the spring water is drinkable and very tasty!). Local SDGs (2030 goals) of Ohara Exchange parties, Excursion on a free day including the famous Dinosaurs Museum and its experience program of fossil excavation, etc.

Accomodation

A few rooms of the traditional renovated house! Meals will be cooked by turns. Sleeping bag is not necessary. Simple shower rooms. Clean toilets. You can see how the village looks like at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tzGZvho8fVQ

Requirements

Only families (Children should be 6-12 years old) can join this program. Basically up to 4 persons (2 adults) per family. High motivation to work and cooperate. Respect to the local culture and way of the organization! Speaking Japanese language is welcomed! 9,000 JPY (56 EUR by the rate on 2025 Feb. 14th) of "NICE Volunteers" fee need to be paid in advance either by Card or PayPal. This is used for the project preparation/ coordination such as the transportation of the camp leaders while the meals and the accommodation are provided by the local host by free (so, your fee is not used for your meals and accommodation!). Child is exempted to pay this, but need to pay 7,000 JPY per child for the meals instead (this can be paid on the arrivals).

Meeting point

The nearest airport is Komatsu for domestic and Osaka (KIX) for international flights. From Osaka/ Tokyo to the meeting point, it takes 3/ 5 hours by the bullet train and 5/ 11 hours by bus. If Tokyo, vols. need to arrive at the airport in Narita or Haneda by 05:00 on Jul. 24 and can leave there after 23:00 on Jul. 30.

Work

Help us to create pallet outdoor furniture for the commune of Les Mureaux, creating a cheerful, welcoming environment for local residents! The city of Les Mureaux has a number of social and youth structures that are essential for social action at family level, and for the city's cultural activities. The aim of the project will be to create an outdoor living room using recycled wooden street furniture, so that it can once again become a welcoming and convivial space for the community, and in particular for the neighborhood's young people! Workshops will be organised to raise awareness of sustainable development, as well as workshops with children and many community visits.

Partner

For the fourth year, Concordia is pleased to be working in partnership with the town of Les Mureaux. You'll be teamed up with young people from the community, thanks to the town council, which has asked us to get involved in a civic and supportive approach.

Location

Les Mureaux is a suburban town with a population of 32,000 in the northern Yvelines region, just under an hour from Paris. Civic activities include a visit to the Musée de l'Immigration in Paris, a meeting with the NGO Terre d'Asile, Refugee Food, the Château de Versailles and the Amarres third place center. Social events in Les Mureaux and Paris are planned throughout the workcamp.

Accomodation

You will be accommodated in a hard-standing building (gymnasium, school or social center) with hard-standing toilets and showers. Lunches and dinners will be cooked collectively, i.e. you will take it in turns to cook for all the volunteers. Weekday lunches will be taken in the canteen. A budget will be allocated to the leaders for the shopping in which you will participate, giving priority to healthy and local products, and vegetarian products. Wifi will not be available at the mission site and at the accommodation site. There is no washing machine but laundries are accessible in town if needed, 4€.

Requirements

Foreigners from 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 it, and will then be reimbursed once back in their home country. Please note that a copy of your criminal record will be required to participate to the project.

Meeting point

The meeting point is at Les MUREAUX train station at 6pm on 25/07. To get there, take train line J from Gare Saint-Lazare. From Orly airport: Take the OrlyVal bus to Antony, then RER B to Châtelet, then Line 14 to Saint-Lazare. From Roissy - Charles de Gaulle airport: take RER B to Gare du Nord, RER E to Haussmann-Saint Lazare. Wherever possible, consider using a green travel option (train and bus rather than plane) for a more sustainable journey.

Notes:

Bring work clothes. Nights can be chilly, so bring warm clothes, a sleeping bag, a pillowcase and a pillow. Bring rain equipment (fleece, raincoat, etc.). Don't forget your sun protection (hat, sunglasses, cream, etc.), a water bottle and your swimsuit for swimming at the leisure center. There will be plenty of time for socializing, especially with local adults, children and teenagers. If you'd like to share a little of your culture (music, songs, recipes, unusual objects...), don't hesitate to bring along a little piece of your country or region, children's books, a Bluetooth speaker or a musical instrument to show off your favorite playlist! The internet connection is very weak, so you'll be immersed in nature. There's no launderette nearby, so laundry will mainly be done by hand. The last day of the workcamp (8/08) is devoted to departure in the morning.

Work

Specifically Programmes and Festival support will support our school residential groups and the world famous Young Carers Festival. VOLUNTEER WORK: Ensure all visitors to YMCA Fairthorne Manor have an experience that really embodies all of our values: Welcoming, Active, Listening, Inspiring, Caring, Exciting You will lead activities and games, get involved in evening entertainment, ensure smooth running of our dining room, singing at campfire, be a pro at ‘doing the YMCA’ dance routine and generally make a huge difference to our community! Behind the scenes you may get involved in any area of our large operation, from helping to look after our beautiful woodland and grassland areas, maintain activities, putting up tents, helping out in the kitchen, making beds and much, much more. YMCA wants you as a volunteer if you… • Know how to have fun • Want to make friends from all over the world • Love being outside come rain or shine • Enjoy inspiring children and young people and have some experience of this • Want to learn new skills and improve the amazing ones you already have • Have a good level of English • Like the idea of no two days being the same • Love the idea of making every visit to Fairthorne special and one they will remember forever What you get in return… • Full training and development opportunities • 3 meals a day • Free accommodation in tents with bedding provided • Branded t-shirts • Loads of fun in the great outdoors and the chance to build friendships that last for a lifetime • Learn new skills to stand you in good stead for many careers • Chance to improve day to day English conversation skills • The opportunity to learn about, and be part of, a huge international YMCA movement • Fun staff and volunteer social events VOLUNTEER WORK: Ensure all visitors to YMCA Fairthorne Manor have an experience that really embodies all of our values: Welcoming, Active, Listening, Inspiring, Caring, Exciting You will lead activities and games, get involved in evening entertainment, ensure smooth running of our dining room, singing at campfire, be a pro at ‘doing the YMCA’ dance routine and generally make a huge difference to our community! Behind the scenes you may get involved in any area of our large operation, from helping to look after our beautiful woodland and grassland areas, maintain activities, putting up tents, helping out in the kitchen, making beds and much, much more. YMCA wants you as a volunteer if you… • Know how to have fun • Want to make friends from all over the world • Love being outside come rain or shine • Enjoy inspiring children and young people and have some experience of this • Want to learn new skills and improve the amazing ones you already have • Have a good level of English • Like the idea of no two days being the same • Love the idea of making every visit to Fairthorne special and one they will remember forever What you get in return… • Full training and development opportunities • 3 meals a day • Free accommodation in tents with bedding provided • Branded t-shirts • Loads of fun in the great outdoors and the chance to build friendships that last for a lifetime • Learn new skills to stand you in good stead for many careers • Chance to improve day to day English conversation skills • The opportunity to learn about, and be part of, a huge international YMCA movement • Fun staff and volunteer social events

Partner

PROJECT: The YMCA Fairthorne is a vast, natural, outdoor environment where memories are made to last a lifetime, adventures are found around every corner and you have the chance to deliver life changing experiences. They are offering international volunteers the opportunity to run a variety of activities with children and will provide you with valuable experience and training. Every year we welcome thousands of visitors to YMCA Fairthorne Manor’s 94 acre site on the south coast of England. Our site includes sweeping grounds, mature woodland, a lake, access to the River Hamble and a range of exciting outdoor activities. Fairthorne is a place of firsts – from toddlers walking, kids splashing in the mud, being away from home, trying new activities or a school trip to remember. Enabling young people to grow and thrive is only made possible with the help of top-notch volunteers from around the globe. Can you help add the sparkle to everything we do? About the YMCA The YMCA started in 1844 in London and has grown to become a worldwide organisation with 45 million members in 125 countries. The YMCA has adapted to the needs of today and works with all ages, races, religions and cultures. Each YMCA now operates on a local scale, delivering services that meet the needs of their local community, in keeping with the wider organisation’s values and aims. At YMCA Fairthorne Group, they are proud to be affiliated with the wider YMCA movement – the world’s largest and longest-running youth charity. The YMCA Fairthorne Group operates throughout Hampshire, Isle of Wight, Portsmouth and Southampton from 30 venues. Their programmes include 14 early years settings, school holiday Day camps, community activities, residential centres, camping and housing for young people. Part of the YMCA Fairthorne Group, YMCA Fairthorne Manor, provides a wide range of programmes on-site, including high quality childcare for children aged 0-5yrs, school holiday Day-camps, residential programmes for groups, a fa

Location

LOCATION: YMCA Fairthorne encourage all volunteers to take the chance to get out and explore the UK. YMCA Fairthorne is situated just outside of Southampton and less than two hours from London with a local train station. Generally, our volunteers will receive 2 days off in every 7 so its easy to access many parts of the UK. Situated in a 94-acre land in Botley, it truly is a stunning landscape where volunteers can enjoy the nature. It is not too far away from Southampton which is one of the biggest Cities on the South Coast where volunteers can explore and enjoy the following: • Visit the Solent Sky Museum • The theatre • Southampton Football Club - Go to a game! • Visit the Tudor houses • Travel to Stonehenge

Accomodation

ACCOMMODATION & FOOD: Accommodation is in tents with bedding provided. Food is ‘Canteen style’ with a limited choice but with a vegetarian option. Three meals a day are provided, which includes a cooked breakfast and / or cereals, lunch and a cooked evening meal. Meals are at set times. IMPORTANT: – Even in the British Summertime it can be VERY COLD AT NIGHT – please ensure you bring enough warm clothes. Wet weather clothing and footwear is also strongly recommended, as the site can get muddy and even the summer can bring a rainy day.

Requirements

HOW TO APPLY: All applicants must request an application pack and send a completed VEF, two professional references, including one from their most recent school/ college or employer. Zoom Interviews: will be arranged individually. After Zoom interview, if confirmed on the project, volunteers need to send a certificate of good conduct /police check from your home country. UK VISA COSTS: All volunteers will need to apply for a Temporary Work – Charity Worker, please be aware that this has replaced the Tier 5 (T5) Charity Worker VISA. The application fee for this VISA is £298 and you can stay for up to 12 months. To apply for the Charity Workers VISA volunteers will need a Certificate of Sponsorship (COS) this will be provided by Concordia at the cost of £25.

Meeting point

SO30 2GH The host can arrange collection from the local station.

Work

Specifically Programmes and Festival support will support our school residential groups and the world famous Young Carers Festival. VOLUNTEER WORK: Ensure all visitors to YMCA Fairthorne Manor have an experience that really embodies all of our values: Welcoming, Active, Listening, Inspiring, Caring, Exciting You will lead activities and games, get involved in evening entertainment, ensure smooth running of our dining room, singing at campfire, be a pro at ‘doing the YMCA’ dance routine and generally make a huge difference to our community! Behind the scenes you may get involved in any area of our large operation, from helping to look after our beautiful woodland and grassland areas, maintain activities, putting up tents, helping out in the kitchen, making beds and much, much more. YMCA wants you as a volunteer if you… • Know how to have fun • Want to make friends from all over the world • Love being outside come rain or shine • Enjoy inspiring children and young people and have some experience of this • Want to learn new skills and improve the amazing ones you already have • Have a good level of English • Like the idea of no two days being the same • Love the idea of making every visit to Fairthorne special and one they will remember forever What you get in return… • Full training and development opportunities • 3 meals a day • Free accommodation in tents with bedding provided • Branded t-shirts • Loads of fun in the great outdoors and the chance to build friendships that last for a lifetime • Learn new skills to stand you in good stead for many careers • Chance to improve day to day English conversation skills • The opportunity to learn about, and be part of, a huge international YMCA movement • Fun staff and volunteer social events VOLUNTEER WORK: Ensure all visitors to YMCA Fairthorne Manor have an experience that really embodies all of our values: Welcoming, Active, Listening, Inspiring, Caring, Exciting You will lead activities and games, get involved in evening entertainment, ensure smooth running of our dining room, singing at campfire, be a pro at ‘doing the YMCA’ dance routine and generally make a huge difference to our community! Behind the scenes you may get involved in any area of our large operation, from helping to look after our beautiful woodland and grassland areas, maintain activities, putting up tents, helping out in the kitchen, making beds and much, much more. YMCA wants you as a volunteer if you… • Know how to have fun • Want to make friends from all over the world • Love being outside come rain or shine • Enjoy inspiring children and young people and have some experience of this • Want to learn new skills and improve the amazing ones you already have • Have a good level of English • Like the idea of no two days being the same • Love the idea of making every visit to Fairthorne special and one they will remember forever What you get in return… • Full training and development opportunities • 3 meals a day • Free accommodation in tents with bedding provided • Branded t-shirts • Loads of fun in the great outdoors and the chance to build friendships that last for a lifetime • Learn new skills to stand you in good stead for many careers • Chance to improve day to day English conversation skills • The opportunity to learn about, and be part of, a huge international YMCA movement • Fun staff and volunteer social events

Partner

PROJECT: The YMCA Fairthorne is a vast, natural, outdoor environment where memories are made to last a lifetime, adventures are found around every corner and you have the chance to deliver life changing experiences. They are offering international volunteers the opportunity to run a variety of activities with children and will provide you with valuable experience and training. Every year we welcome thousands of visitors to YMCA Fairthorne Manor’s 94 acre site on the south coast of England. Our site includes sweeping grounds, mature woodland, a lake, access to the River Hamble and a range of exciting outdoor activities. Fairthorne is a place of firsts – from toddlers walking, kids splashing in the mud, being away from home, trying new activities or a school trip to remember. Enabling young people to grow and thrive is only made possible with the help of top-notch volunteers from around the globe. Can you help add the sparkle to everything we do? About the YMCA The YMCA started in 1844 in London and has grown to become a worldwide organisation with 45 million members in 125 countries. The YMCA has adapted to the needs of today and works with all ages, races, religions and cultures. Each YMCA now operates on a local scale, delivering services that meet the needs of their local community, in keeping with the wider organisation’s values and aims. At YMCA Fairthorne Group, they are proud to be affiliated with the wider YMCA movement – the world’s largest and longest-running youth charity. The YMCA Fairthorne Group operates throughout Hampshire, Isle of Wight, Portsmouth and Southampton from 30 venues. Their programmes include 14 early years settings, school holiday Day camps, community activities, residential centres, camping and housing for young people. Part of the YMCA Fairthorne Group, YMCA Fairthorne Manor, provides a wide range of programmes on-site, including high quality childcare for children aged 0-5yrs, school holiday Day-camps, residential programmes for groups, a fa

Location

LOCATION: YMCA Fairthorne encourage all volunteers to take the chance to get out and explore the UK. YMCA Fairthorne is situated just outside of Southampton and less than two hours from London with a local train station. Generally, our volunteers will receive 2 days off in every 7 so its easy to access many parts of the UK. Situated in a 94-acre land in Botley, it truly is a stunning landscape where volunteers can enjoy the nature. It is not too far away from Southampton which is one of the biggest Cities on the South Coast where volunteers can explore and enjoy the following: • Visit the Solent Sky Museum • The theatre • Southampton Football Club - Go to a game! • Visit the Tudor houses • Travel to Stonehenge

Accomodation

ACCOMMODATION & FOOD: Accommodation is in tents with bedding provided. Food is ‘Canteen style’ with a limited choice but with a vegetarian option. Three meals a day are provided, which includes a cooked breakfast and / or cereals, lunch and a cooked evening meal. Meals are at set times. IMPORTANT: – Even in the British Summertime it can be VERY COLD AT NIGHT – please ensure you bring enough warm clothes. Wet weather clothing and footwear is also strongly recommended, as the site can get muddy and even the summer can bring a rainy day.

Requirements

HOW TO APPLY: All applicants must request an application pack and send a completed VEF, two professional references, including one from their most recent school/ college or employer. Zoom Interviews: will be arranged individually. After Zoom interview, if confirmed on the project, volunteers need to send a certificate of good conduct /police check from your home country. UK VISA COSTS: All volunteers will need to apply for a Temporary Work – Charity Worker, please be aware that this has replaced the Tier 5 (T5) Charity Worker VISA. The application fee for this VISA is £298 and you can stay for up to 12 months. To apply for the Charity Workers VISA volunteers will need a Certificate of Sponsorship (COS) this will be provided by Concordia at the cost of £25.

Meeting point

SO30 2GH The host can arrange collection from the local station.

Work

The project takes place in the refugee centre in Emmen which is a location for families with children. The children you will be working with are between 4 and 12 years. These children participate in a school program, but during the months of July and August, there is the summer holiday break. The volunteers organise activities for and with the children. This type of work calls for creative people who can make up all sorts of games from scratch to play with the children: music, sports, arts, language sessions, creativity, etc. Therefore the content of this project is up to you and the other participants. The games are scheduled throughout the week.

Partner

The location of the project is the Refugee Centre Emmen. Emmen is a city of about 60.000 inhabitants in the province of Drenthe in the northern part of the Netherlands. This refugee centre (in Dutch: ‘AZC Emmen’) has a capacity for about 400 refugees. This particular place is a location for families with under age children whose application for asylum has been denied by the Dutch government. These families will in time return to their homeland. Our partner is the Central Agency for the Reception of Asylum Seekers (in Dutch: COA). The COA provides accommodation during the asylum procedure and prepares asylum seekers for staying in the Netherlands, returning to their country of origin or transmigration. At the moment COA manages about 100 centres in the Netherlands. COA is an independent administrative body funded by the Dutch Ministry of Justice. The COA works together with a partner named ‘De Vrolijkheid’: the National Foundation for the Promotion of Happiness. The Happiness is a multicultural, not-for-profit network of artists, play writers, actors, musicians and volunteers who invest in children and teenagers in asylum-seeking centres. The Happiness organises creative activities on a regular basis in 30 asylum-seeking centres in the Netherlands. Please note that it is not allowed to take pictures and/or make videos in the refugee centre.

Location

There will be sufficient free time. Together with your camp leaders you will discuss the recreational program. Emmen is an attractive city with lots of activities in the summertime. You can visit places nearby and explore the surroundings. The area is declared a UNESCO-Geopark by the United Nations. Emmen is very well accessible by train and bus. Biggest attraction is the theme park Wildlands Adventure Zoo. Near the campingsite is also a earthwork from the Amercan artist Robert Smitson, Broken Circle and Spiral Hill(1971)

Accomodation

Volunteers will stay at a small campsite, almost a 30min bike ride. Minicamping De Emmerdennen. (Adress camping place:Oude Roswinkelerweg 118, 7814 RT Emmen, near to the centre of Emmen.) The accommodation will be in a tent. You can either bring your own tent or use one of ours. In that case you will share a tent with one other volunteer. It's necessary to bring your own sleeping bag and sleeping math There are cooking facilities and the group will cook for themselves. There is a big tent for cooking, eating, group activities or to hang out.

Requirements

Due to the nature of the work a Criminal Record, Certificate of Conduct and a motivation letter are required. Note: There is no student discount for this project. What to bring: Must bring (obligated) 1)Sleeping mattress / sleeping mat, sleeping bag 2)Old working clothes and shoes 3)Rain is spread out over the year, so bring warm clothes, a raincoat and a swimming suit 4)Soap, toiletries and a towel(s) Wise to bring 1)Recipes from your own country 2)Driver’s license that is valid in Holland, in case you have one 3)Sunglasses and something on your head against the sun! Nice to bring 1)Musical instruments, ideas for games/activities 2)Energy, enthusiasm and an open mind! 3)A sense of humor Relevant training or professional experience in order to work with vulnerable children is desirable. It could be helpful to speak an intermediate level of English.

Meeting point

From Airport Schiphol you can easily catch a train to ‘Emmen Zuid’ (in English: Emmen South). This trains leaves every half hour. The total journey from Schiphol to Emmen takes 2 hours and 15 minutes. You have to change trains at station ‘Zwolle’ to catch the train towards ‘Emmen Zuid’. The project is 100m from trainstation Emmen Zuid. You do not need to book train tickets in advance, you can buy them at Schiphol Airport.

Notes:

Due to the system limitations, the option to select 'other' gender is unavailable. However, our projects are inclusive and open to everyone, regardless of gender, religion, or cultural background. If you are gender-neutral, feel free to share this information, and we will make sure to be mindful of it.

Work

This project contributes to the dissemination of the natural and cultural heritage with a community working approach to the territory. The project proposes different actions, in the technical and work aspect, focused on heritage cultural and in the natural-landscape heritage of the counties of "Pallars Jussà" and "Pallars Sobirà". This work camp has relevant impact to the community, and each action helps to preserve the heritage of each municipality. Some members of the local brigades will work with the volunteers. The work will be outdoors and to avoid the hours with high temperatures, volunteers will start early. The different tasks will be carried out in collaboration with different entities: Municipality of Talarn: - Recovery of the dry-stone walls of the roads. - Clearing and cleaning of roads. Municipality of Baix Pallars (historical and mining heritage): - Construction of several dry-stone walls of the salt complexes. - Cleaning of the drain and around the salt mines. Municipality of Gavet (historical heritage): - Shrub all the vegetation and clean excavated areas. - Help the archaeologists to remove stones and land. Volunteers will work Monday to Friday, from 7:30h to 12.00h. They will have a break and in the afternoon, they have time to relax and enjoy cultural, social activities and visits. No professional experience needed.

Partner

CRUC is an educative, social action, non-profit Organization which works to develop projects and initiatives in the rural areas in Catalonia. Besides, it works with European and international projects. To achieve its goals, count with agreements from Generalitat de Catalunya. CRUC has a long experience organizing work camps. It's member of: - ENOS - CNJC, National Youth Council of Catalonia. - COCAT (Coordinadora d’organitzacions de camps de treball internacionals de Catalunya).

Location

The municipality of Talarn is located on the right bank of the Noguera Pallaresa and surrounds the town of Tremp. Mainly flat around the water of the Sant Antoni reservoir, this is an ideal spot for the practice of water sports. Several activities will be: - Visit to Epicenter in Tremp. This visitor center of the Pallars Jussà region is the main tourist information in the area and a space that shows the values of the local cultural and natural heritage. An opportunity to live an attractive cultural experience, discover the charms of the region and feel motivated to find out about the landscapes, the historic heritage, the resources, the products, and the services of the region. (https://www.pallarsjussa.net/ca/epicentre). - Day trip to Vall Fosca. By private bus participants will reach in la Vall Fosca Cable car. From Teleferic 2.200, people can start a wide range of treks to the 32 lakes that make up this spectacular site. La Vall Fosca Cable car gives you the opportunity to experience the adventure of getting to the only National park in Catalonia. (http://www.vallfosca.net/en/things-to-do-and-see/cablecar/). - Visit to Montsec Astronomic Parc (https://www.parcastronomic.cat/visita-nocturna?lang=en). - Visit to other museums, swimming pool and others. There are some activities with an extra cost as kayaking or canoeing.

Accomodation

The volunteers are going to stay in one youth hostel called Alberg de Talarn: http://www.albergdetalarn.com/wp/ Participants will sleep in one room all together, where there are 12 bunk beds with shelves to store personal staff. During the summer, the room gets very hot and volunteers must be prepared for really high temperatures. The toilets and showers are indoor (no gender separation), with hot water and private showers. The food is prepared by a catering company, and there is one kitchen on the 3rd floor where the participants will prepare for themselves the breakfast. Snacks will be provided during working breaks. Please, if someone is vegetarian or have some allergies, it is important to notify on the application form. There is Wi-Fi and electricity and no washing machines; the volunteers can wash their clothes by hand.

Requirements

The tasks require the use of certain work tools. Depending on the type of disability, they could participate but unfortunately, this work camp is not accessible for volunteers with high reduce mobility or wheelchairs.

Meeting point

The meeting point will be at Parking G in the Barcelona Airport, at 15:00h. A camp leader or other person from the group will wait the volunteers to get them to Talarn by private bus booked by the hosting organization. Each participant will have to pay for the bus in cash and the cost will be between 35-40€. By public transportation: Bus: ALSA bus company operates with approximately three departures on Saturday and the journey duration is around 3 hours and 25 minutes, and ticket prices range from 32€ to 35€. There is no bus from Tremp to Talarn, but a leader or taxi will go to pick them up. Tickets can be purchased directly from Alsa's official website or at the Estació del Nord ticket counters. It's advisable to book in advance, especially during peak travel times, to ensure seat availability. By car: the meeting point will be at 18:30h in Talarn. LAST DAY OF THE CAMP: The work camp will finish at 10h, and volunteers can leave earlier if they need it for the flights connections. There is a chance volunteers can book for private transportation in Tremp and deal the prices with the taxi drivers.

Work

Immerse yourself in medieval adventure by working with the team of local volunteers: set up the installations, run the stands, cook and contribute to the success of the fair! This job combines technical skills, physical strength and organization. You'll help set up and dismantle stalls, tents, and barnums. You'll contribute to the signage, traffic plan and layout. Take care of general fair logistics, including cooking and cleaning. Run stands such as the bar, pancake stand and much more. Please note: during the first and last weeks, the work will be particularly physical, with heavy lifting and busy days. Take up the challenge and live this memorable medieval experience!

Partner

A time journey is waiting for you: help transform a village into a medieval fair! Now in its 30th year, the Souvigny Grand Site association organizes the medieval fair, which attracts over 30,000 visitors every year. For 9 days, the village is transformed into a lively spectacle of troubadours and acrobats. Amateur and professional troupes perform on stage. In this context, an international workcamp is set up to help create the event and share the traditions of French medieval culture. Explore various stands and themes: music, theater, juggling, fire artists, tightrope walkers, hawks and horses, craftsmen at work, living encampments, blacksmithing, cooking, tents, and much more. Join us as we bring the past to life and create unforgettable medieval memories!

Location

Leisure time is organized collectively with the whole group. During the second week and weekends, you'll be busy with the fair. Discovering the region will therefore take place in the last week. You'll have the chance to take part in concerts, workshops, exhibitions and other events organized in conjunction with the fair!

Accomodation

Your collective dormitory will be located in a municipal building. Food is provided and meals are prepared by volunteers in turn in a permanent kitchen. Lunchtime meals are taken with other festival volunteers. Bring your favorite recipes with you!

Meeting point

in front of Moulins train station (03000) at 14h00 on June 27 2025

Work

Volunteers will share their time between animation of the children living in the center and maintaining the center's outside areas, including its vegetable garden. They may also be asked to do some other little tasks, such as helping to sort clothes donated to the center. Animation: Half of the time, volunteers will propose and plan activities for children aged 3 to 10 who live in the center. Some examples could be: creative and artistic workshops, board games, walking excursions, going to the swimming pool, sports and games, movies, cultural visits, … If they wish, the center would be delighted if they also offer activities to the center's teenagers (12-18 years old). Some of the teenagers are also mothers. It is also possible for the volunteers to offer some activities for adults living in the center, but the children have priority. The volunteers will receive the support of the center’s animation team, who’s used to work with volunteers every summer. Outdoor maintenance and vegetable garden : The other half of the time, volunteers will take care of the center's vegetable garden and help the technical team maintain the center's outdoor areas. The vegetable garden was set up a few years ago and is usually maintained by a few residents and a staff member. It allows residents to benefit from fresh, seasonal vegetables. In summer, the vegetable garden requires constant attention: volunteers will therefore help with its maintenance and harvesting. The center also has a park, a children's playground, a volleyball court, etc. Volunteers will help ensure that these areas remain pleasant for residents to use, among other tasks by pulling out weeds.

Partner

he Fedasil reception center for asylum-seekers of Rixensart hosts individuals or families who have requested asylum in Belgium. They hope, with this request, to get refugee status which will allow them to stay legally in the country. These people come, for example, from Palestine, Syria, Afghanistan, Eritrea, etc. and have fled situations of war, persecution, discrimination or environmental disasters. Before they can settle in Belgium and build their future there, their refugee status must be proven and granted through a long administrative process. In the meantime, they are hosted in this center near Brussels. Always waiting, the residents of the center never know what tomorrow may bring them. Individual situations are multiple and complex, but never easy. The life of the Fedasil center of Rixensart reflects these individual tragedies and the hopes of the residents. The Fedasil center of Rixensart has hosted groups of volunteers for many years. More info: https://www.facebook.com/FedasilRixensart/?locale=fr_FR

Location

Rixensart is a small town located 25 km from Brussels and 7 km from Wavre. Rixensart still retains its country charm but you can feel its proximity to Brussels (40 minutes by train, 20 by car). The Fedasil center is located outside the city center, but a few steps from the famous lake of Genval, the cinema, shops, supermarkets, the train station…

Accomodation

Volunteers will sleep in a mixed dormitory with 6 bunk beds, in an annex building. Toilets are located in the same building, but for showers, volunteers will have to go to the main building. Volunteers will have access to the washing machines in the center’s laundry room and can leave their personal belongings (passport, money, etc.) in the safe at reception if they wish. They will have access to Wi-Fi. Volunteers will be cooking their own meals in a small, basic kitchen. So feel free to bring your own recipe ideas, but keep in mind that it should be kept simple. Please let us know in advance if you have any special dietary requirements so that we can do some shopping ahead.

Requirements

We warn the volunteers that the consumption of alcohol is strictly forbidden inside the centre. The volunteers are required to have basic knowledge of French. Besides, it is necessary to have basic knowledge about group’s animation (songs, music, dance, plays…) and to be able to assume responsibility within a group. Be able to listen to others is very important there. This kind of workcamp is a very rich personal and human experience. It makes people aware of the complexity of certain social conditions related to the great inequalities on our planet. In order to demonstrate this, we ask the candidate volunteers: - to answer our specific questionnaire (if you do not have it yet, please ask it to your sending organization) - to send us a CGC (Certificate of good conduct) We will not confirm any placement request before the analysis of these documents.

Meeting point

Sunday the 3d of August at the train station of Rixensart around 3 pm. Find your route on: www.belgiantrain.be

Notes:

This project is a volunteering team, supported by the European Solidarity Corps program of the European Union. Compared to the usual workcamp participation scheme, some main financial and administrative differences must be underlined:  The participation to the ESC volunteering teams is subjects to several principles and conditions, presented on the ESC webpage: https://europa.eu/youth/solidarity/mission_en  The volunteers do not have to pay any fee (not sending, nor participation fee) to attend the project  The volunteers will receive pocket money, calculated on basis of 5€/day, once they arrive on the project in Belgium  The volunteers will receive a financial support for their travel, according to a maximum amount established in accordance with their travel distance  The volunteers need to register on the European Solidarity Corps Portal; CBB will organize their matching, on the online system, with the volunteering project  The volunteers will have to complete a participation report, submitted online by the ESC portal

Work

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

Partner

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

Location

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

Accomodation

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

Requirements

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

Meeting point

Terminal and arrivals/ departureAirport, bus station, harbor in Tallinn; specially arranged bus to Nova. Pick up in the airport will be organized. Then participants will be accompanied either to the direct public bus or to taxi to go to the meeting point at Oismae tee 177, Oismae Sportmangude Hall (Sport Hall of Games) where group leaders will be waiting for them.On arrival day there is relaxation, getting to know each other, ball games in the sport hall, dinner, lodging for the night at the sport hall. Showers and WC are in the facility of the sport hall. On the next day there is a breakfast at 8 am and departure to camp site. On the last day of the camp there is a breakfast and departure at 11:30 am from the camp with the arrival to Tallinn airport by 13:00. If your departure is scheduled to an earlier hour a special transfer from the camp to the airport can be booked at additional fee. In case of earlier arrival or later departure accommodation in hostel can be booked upon request.

Work

Kriusilla is a small farm dealing with beekeeping, vegetables growing and forestry. Volunteers will be doing some forestry work (cleaning and weeding forestry, planting trees, building wood construction) but also harvesting vegetables, collecting honey, cleaning and improving bee houses, possibly helping to build new ones. There can be also some light odd jobs in the house, building and gardening. The working day will be 5-7 hours depending on weather conditions.

Partner

For many years EstYES has been cooperating with eco-farms around Estonia for solidarity and respect to their work and to support local people involved in agricultural sector, who keep traditions and develop new eco-farming in Estonia despite of all difficulties. Kriusilla Farm is one of them. This is the organic farm dealing with traditional bees-keeping and growing vegetables, also with forestry - all promoting sustainable lifestyle. This camp is proposed for volunteers who appreciate and share eco-values, want to learn more about it and to help hard working people. This camp follows positive experience of the camps for 20 years.

Location

LocationThe farm is located in Anija Community of Harjumaa County. Distance from Tallinn is about 40 km. More information on www.visitestonia.com Leisure timeThere are a lot of leisure time possibilities in the area for people enjoying nature and interested in sustainable way of living. There are many interesting locally important natural sites in the area. There is Jagala River 4 km away, picturesque lakes about 20 km away and the sea 40 km away. Short trips in the area are planned by hosts. It is easy and quite possible to go to Tallinn on your own in the free time to enjoy its attraction and numerous opportunities flourishing in summer period. Besides there will be some local festivities in the villages nearby www.voose.ee; www.viikingitekyla.ee ; www.korvemaa.ee/en ; https://anijamois.ee/ which can be attended together with the hosts.The first shift in June coincides with Mid-Summer Festival, which is the largest celebration in Estonia, so those joining it can experience this Estonian ancient tradition.

Accomodation

The accommodation conditions on the farm will be simple but decent. Beds are provided. Please bring your sleeping bags. Toilets and showers are available. There is kitchen with all necessary equipment for cooking. Volunteers will be served food cooked by the hosts but are asked to assist cleaning.

Requirements

Special requirementsYou have to be open-minded and be ready to adapt to the simple conditions of the rural life and be ready for the farm work, which can be hard sometimes. NB Obviously, the volunteers should not be afraid of or be allergic to bees.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

TerminalAirport, harbour, bus station in Tallinn, train to Kehra. Pick up by the hosts at the station.