Work

You will have the opportunity to be introduced to the concept of permaculture and agroforestry. You will work on preparing the gardens for the upcoming winter period by weeding, working on protecting the soil, seeding and planting. In addition, there will be creative work done in organizing the layout and design of the gardens. You will also take time to participate in the activities offered by Ecocycle.

Partner

Nestled in the hollow of a green valley, the town of Coly - St Amand is located in the heart of the Périgord Noir, a territory rich in history! Composed of two former municipalities that have decided to unite into one, we will work to unite these territories. The Ecocycle association is a third place which develops a participatory animation project on the territory of the municipality of Saint Amand de Coly and its surroundings. These activities are strongly influenced by concerns related to climate change. In this context you will participate in the design and preparation of a shared garden for the winter. You will discover a sense of welcome of the population and the charm of the landscapes and heritage, by organizing with other volunteers, and the leaders your program of activities.

Location

St Amand-de-Coly is located in Périgord Noir, 10 km from the caves of Lascaux, between Périgueux and Brive. Leisure: Site visits, nature activities, you will build your own entertainment program with the leaders and the other participants. We favour a discovery of the territory and these actors over consumption activities.

Accomodation

You will be welcomed at the Vieux Logis de Saint Amand. Sleeping in a room for 2 to 3 people. Meals will be cooked and taken collectively, you can take turns preparing good dishes, so come with your recipes.

Meeting point

From Bordeaux, you will have to take a train to Condat-Le Lardin train station where the leaders will meet you in the end of the afternoon. On the last day, departure will be from the same station in the morning.

Work

From time immemorial, the fragrance of sandalwood has delighted the connoisseurs of perfume. Mysore, India’s ‘Sandal wood City’ also known as the ‘City of Palaces’ is the cultural capital of the state of Karnataka. For nearly 6 centuries, the kingdom of Mysore was ruled by the Wodeyar dynasty, who were patrons of art and culture. An enlightened dynasty, the Vodeyars contributed significantly to the cultural and economic growth of the city and the state. In Mysore city, an ‘old-world’ ambience prevails. One can almost see the ghosts of years gone by, hear a faint battle-cry, the clash of weapons, or the boom of a cannon. The Camp: The purpose of the camp is to create awareness on environmental issues affecting this city, Gaining first-hand agricultural knowledge from local farmers, and intercultural exchange are some of the highlights of this camp. Education: is to make a difference to the existing educational system by introducing creative learning methods to the schoolchildren and to improving the facilities of the school, to create better learning facilities for the children in schools and to provide good community service along with the camp activities. Mysore “City of Palaces & Sandalwood‘’ Activities: • Mould young minds, teach basic English in schools with non-formal and creative learning methods like art, music, games • Help renovate a school to provide better facilities for schoolchildren · • Conduct up cycling activities, teach schoolchildren the creative use of waste material • Training on Self surviving skills • Training on advance precautions on Health issues • Training on waste management • Awareness on sanitation and drinking water, Conduct street plays on health and hygiene • Training on social distancing • Hygiene session for Hotel and Restaurants people • Educate schoolchildren to be eco-conscious, create awareness on waste management • Help to combat global warming and also create pleasant, green spots by planting trees and flowering shrubs in the community • Visit a local Indian family and exchange notes on your experiences • Be part of an exposure visit to organic farm and acquire hands-on experience in farming activities • Talk to local farmers and learn about their methods of natural resource management

Partner

FSL-India, (Field Services and Inter-cultural Learning - India) is a youth development organisation focused towards Inter-cultural Learning through Voluntary Services set up to promote Global Understanding by providing opportunities to the youth to work in different cultural contexts to appreciate Inter-cultural learning. Thereby, reducing boundaries and bringing people to work together in harmony by understanding the Inter-cultural aspects focusing towards development of people and society through youth mobility and volunteerism. Founded in the year 2000 and legally incorporated in 2001, FSL-India is a Trust under Indian Trust Act 1882. It was formed with the support of like-minded National and International Organizations with a primary purpose to bring about global transformation, progress and growth through youth exchange programs. FSL-India has been running work camps all over India since 2001. Over the years, FSL-India has developed a strong network of local partners and local volunteers in the regions where we conduct our camps. In every work camp, FSL-India works in partnership with local NGOs – since they are able to identify the problems and needs of the locality. This helps us achieve sustainability and a larger impact in the work that we do. Partnering with a local NGO also helps in reaching out to the local community. In addition, FSL-India works in various fields in cooperation with Archaeological Survey of India, Ministry of Women and Child Welfare, Ministry of Health, Education, Forest and Wildlife Departments and Local Self-governance Bodies

Location

Mysore palace is the official residence of the Vodeyar family and was the administrative seat of the kingdom of Mysore for centuries. Built mainly in the Indo-Saracenic style of architecture, it houses a treasure trove of beautiful paintings and objects d’art, collected over the years by the royal family. Antique lovers will find it hard to budge from here, with such a visual feast at hand. In Hindu folklore, Mysore was plagued by the demon-king Mahishasura, a buffalo-headed monster. An ancient stone staircase of 1008 steps leads to the temple of the goddess Chamundeshwari, who fought and killed the demon, thereby liberating the city from his tyranny. Halfway to the shrine is a huge statue of a Nandi bull, carved out of a single piece of black granite. Hiking up this historic hill is a pleasurable experience, from the top of which lies a breath taking view of the city of Mysore

Accomodation

Accommodation: At a rented guest house or hostel, with shared rooms Food: South Indian vegetarian and non-vegetarian food will be provided for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Safe, filtered water is available for drinking.

Requirements

VISA - The participants should come on Tourist visa Fee- The participation fee has to be paid on arrival to our Team Leader in Indian rupees.

Meeting point

Information about the Meeting Point will be mentioned in the Info Sheet, which will be sent at least a month in advance

Notes:

For this workcamp Motivation Letter in english is needed.

Descrizione

Kikooba is one of the oldest branches of Uganda Pioneers Association started in 1990 with majority members being old women and men. This is one of the interesting UPA projects that has highly motivated old members joining a workcamp project. The workcamp project participants will also engage in construction of classrooms and psychosocial support through home visits to orphans and vulnerable children.

Work

Project objectives  To Set up a new classroom for Kikooba Infant and Primary school  To restore hope for the vulnerable children and families to become responsible citizens.  To promote intercultural learning and understanding  To promote the spirit of voluntarism amongst community members Activities  Brick laying  Mixing sand and cement  Collecting bricks and water.  Home visits to orphans and vulnerable families.

Partner

Uganda Pioneers´ Association (UPA) is a youth voluntary service organization working with community projects, workcamps and volunteer exchanges. UPA was established in 1989 by young Ugandans with the aim of mobilizing youth to contribute to community development through voluntary work. UPA has a national secretariat located in Kampala, Nansana and currently operates with 8 branches in seven districts in Uganda.

Location

The project is situated in Kikooba village, 74 km on Kampala - Hoima road North west of Kampala City The project is located in Kiboga District boarded by Nakaseke District in the northeast, Masindi in the northwest, Hoima in the west, Mubende district in the south and Kibale district in the south west.

Accomodation

Accommodation  Accommodation will be in simple rooms at the school  Participants will be required to carry own mats and sleeping bags and mosquito nets.  The campsite has simple bathrooms and pit latrines no showers  A simple cooking shelter (Kitchen) Meals  The food is basic and simple. Be ready to take the same dish for some days in a row.  Fruits can at times be availed for the campers from local market and UPA members depending on the availability  Participants will chose food to prepare depending on the availability.  Workcampers will use charcoal or firewood to prepare the meals.  If you need more fruits/extra meals/special diet you can get it at your own cost.

Requirements

Participants shall be required to bring own sleeping bag, mat, mosquito net, sun- creams, mosquito repellents, working gloves and boots/shoes. Light working clothes during working hours and warm clothes at night, as it may turn out to be chilly or cold; Musical instruments (optional); torch or flash light; water purifiers (optional); Personal effects (i.e. soap, toothpaste, toiletries) It would be nice if you can bring your national flag, common art facts of your country, stories, games, pictures and local recipes. It would be helpful for the cultural presentations about your country and for any social interactions. Above all do not forget a happy and positive attitude. NB:  Shorts, dresses and skirts should reach knee length for cultural consideration.  Smoking in public is illegal while engagement in drug/harsh carries a life prison sentence.  Uganda is known to be against LGBTQ activities Cancellation of participation Cancellation of participation before the project resumes while in Uganda attracts a 50% refund only. In case a volunteer cancels his/her participation during the workcamp, it is not possible to refund any amount of the participation fee to them. This is due to the fact that expenses are already incurred on communication, airport pick up, orientation, prior preparations before the workcamp and other logistics. However if a volunteer cancels his/her participation before arriving in Uganda, he will be given back the entire fee if payments were made prior to their arrival in the country. Participation fee: 250 Euros for International volunteers International participants are required to pay an extra fee of 250 Euros. The fee covers pick up from the airport or bus station/terminal upon arrival in Uganda, orientation at the UPA offices, local transport to and from the campsite, food and accommodation during the workcamp. The fee also contributes to the running of activities taking place during the workcamp and communication prior and other administrative costs to ensure that the workcamp is successfully done. Please note - The fee does not cover airport drop off after the project. Volunteers that intend to have the drop off service should consult with UPA to identify the service provider. It will cost the volunteer an extra 28-30 Euros for this service. - To allow the best preparations, participants are advised to arrive a day before commencement of the work camp applied for. - Accommodation is basic. In most cases work campers will be sleeping in community halls or school classrooms. Work campers should bring with them a sleeping bag and a mosquito net and other personal requirements. - Meals are prepared by the work campers on charcoal stoves or open fire places. In case you need to have a special meal/diet, you have to buy it yourself. For more information about the specific camps and activities, UPA provides an infosheet.

Meeting point

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Notes:

For this workcamp Motivation Letter in english is needed.

Descrizione

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Work

Based on the time of the year the volunteers will be working during the day or at night in the months of August and September from 20:00 to 08:00. Depending on the number of turtles that come ashore, two teams might be formed among the volunteers. In this way, each group will be taking turns, working one night, and taking the next night off for recovery. In addition, the weekends are also spared for resting. Please take into account that the schedule is subject to change depending on the weather conditions and the condition of the sea turtles and it is possible to work with crocodiles in case there is no work with turtles, this can happen mostly in the months of January and February. The coordinator or the camp leader will be informing you regarding your work schedule. Some of the activities to be performed are: 1. Finding adult turtles and collect their eggs. 2. Moving the eggs to a protected place called Vivero. 3. Releasing newborn baby turtles into the sea. 4. Patrolling the beaches at night. 5. Making some reconstruction in the most important turtle camps of the region. If you love nature, want to have a great time by the beautiful beaches, at the same time enjoying all the amenities of a hotel and witnessing the magical spectacle of natural miracles that has been reoccurring since millions of years... then this project is for you!

Partner

Vive Mexico has been organizing this workcamp regularly in Rincon de Guayabitos, Nayarit since 2014. The main achievement of the project is to protect the sea turtles with the help of volunteers who will be cooperating with a team of biologists. Up to now, the project has been quite successful and has reached extraordinary results. Participating in sea turtle conservation is a great opportunity to discover the rather charming life of sea turtles.

Location

Rincon de Guayabitos, also known as Guayabitos, is a beach town located in the astonishing Sierra Madre Occidental, in the state of Nayarit and bathed by the waters of the Pacific Ocean. It is a popular tourist destination due to its proximity to the cities of Tepic, Guadalajara and Puerto Vallarta.

Accomodation

Volunteers will be hosted in a hotel in a shared room with all facilities at their disposal namely, private bathroom, hot water, swimming pool, WIFI, and air conditioning.

Notes:

This camp is open for everyone who are sensible and open minded. It is crucial for the participants to respect, open to learn and appreciate the conditions of rural lifestyle of indigenous communities, as well as their culture and wisdom. For this workcamp Motivation Letter in english is needed.

Work

Re:nember them! In this workcamp you can get involved in the preservation of the former Nazi women's concentration camp Ravensbrück. Study part: Join us for the first week to get to know the Ravensbrück Memorial and its history. We will deal intensively and artistically with biographies of imprisoned women and survivors who were imprisoned in the Ravensbrück concentration camp and afterwards in the subcamp Waldbaulager, which is part of the Ravensbrück concentration camp. Work part: Various maintenance works in the exterior of the memorial and the collections.

Partner

The former women's concentration camp Ravensbrück was built in 1939 near the small town of Fürstenberg/Havel. Until its liberation in April 1945, over 120,000 women and children, 20,000 men and 1,000 underage young women from the so-called "Uckermark Youth Protection Camp" were imprisoned there. The prisoners came from more than 40 nations. They had to perform forced labor in various sectors, e.g. for SS factories or the Siemens company. Their daily lives were marked by hunger, mistreatment and poor hygienic conditions. Tens of thousands of prisoners were killed. Today, the Ravensbrück Memorial preserves traces and records, promotes remembering and research, and creates a place for active learning and encounters. Every year, international work camps are organized in cooperation with the memorial. www.ravensbrueck-sbg.de

Location

Brandenburg small town in lake and river landscape, possibility of canoeing, cycling and swimming, by train in one hour in Berlin and train connection to the Baltic Sea.

Accomodation

You will live in a shared rooms in the youth hostel on the grounds of the memorial in the former houses of the concentration camp wardens. Full board, simple meals. Please indicate food allergies, etc. when registering.

Requirements

Please be fully vaccinated (2 to 3 shots of one of the following vaccines: BioNtech/Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca or Johnson&Johnson) or recovered (date of infection must be min. 28 days old and max. 90 days old).

Work

This year is the 100th anniversary of the Republic of Turkey. YGZD association wants to create a memorial forest in memory of those who lost their lives in the great earthquake in southeast Turkey. For this reason, YGZD is looking for volunteers to plant saplings

Partner

YGZD Green Zara Volunteers Association is local NGO organization that carries out planting trees activities in Sivas/Zara district

Location

Sivas is the Central Anatolia Region of Turkey and one of the oldest and most important cities of the region. There is a distance of 64 km between Sivas and Zara district

Accomodation

Volunteers will stay in a student dormitory located in the Zara district. wifi connection is available. 3 meals a day are provided in the student dormitory

Requirements

Trail shoes, work clothes

Meeting point

Please arrange your trip to Sivas Airport. A free shuttle will be provided from the airport to the campsite and on the way back. More arrival details will be on the information page

Work

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. Note this project is a learning/sharing camp and not a standard workcamp. This project has a smaller volunteer work part and puts a bigger emphasis on the personal learning process than on the community impact.In this project SEEDS will organise a night photography and aurora hunting (Northern Lights) workshop in the city or in the vicinity of Reykjavik. This will take place during late evening and possibly into the night. Northern lights are a natural phenomenon depending on solar activity and meteorological conditions; we cannot guarantee you will see northern lights, but the night photography workshop will be organised anyway.

Partner

During this camp, participants can share their love for (and learn more about) global and local environmental issues, as well as photography. If you are interested in topics such as climate change, waste management, animal protection and sustainability, and you also love taking photographs or want to develop your photography skills, then this project is for youWhile developing artistic and technical photography skills, you will be focusing on environmental and sustainability issues through non-formal activities such as workshops, discussions, presentations and visits facilitated by SEEDS. One of our aims is to help create more environmentally aware consumers and travellersYou will visit local projects on environment and conservation. These may include hands-on activities or guided visits. Some examples include outdoor cleanup tasks, a community dinner or a visit to a trash collection centre, a geothermal power plant, a museum or exhibition. Some of these activities are dependent on conditions such as weather, pandemic-related restrictions, as well as availability of our partner organisations.You will also have time to put the theory about photography into practice, walking around and exploring the city. At the end of the camp, the best photographs from each participant are selected for an online exhibition on SEEDS social media. Participants should bring their own digital cameras, lenses, tripods and laptops if possible.

Location

eykjavik is a dynamic, modern city which lives in harmony with nature, using renewable energy sources. The world s northernmost capital bridges the Atlantic, between Europe and North America. Reykjavik is spread across a peninsula with a panoramic view of the mountains and the Atlantic. It is an international city with a lively cosmopolitan cultural scene surrounded by beautiful nature.

Accomodation

SEEDS participants will stay in a house in Reykjavik. The facilities are basic with a kitchen, showers, and a washing machine. Everyone is expected to show consideration for their companions. Participants will sleep in shared rooms or dormitories. 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

Participation fee EUR 350 (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), the visits available and the night photography workshop and aurora hunting excursion.

Meeting point

Meeting time will be 18:00 (6:00 pm) on October 15 at SEEDS office in Reykjavik. 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 350 (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), the visits available and the night photography workshop and aurora hunting excursion.

Work

International volunteers are invited to improve the grounds of the centre. Tasks are likely to include construction, gardening, maintenance and renovation works. It is planned to maintain the playground equipment, especially big climbing frames, which includes removing rust and painting it twice. Other environmental and construction works are possible. Please be aware that you will not work with children!

Partner

The "KiEZ Am Filzteich" is situated at the shore of the Lake “Am Filzteich” in the mountains of the picturesque Erzgebirge (www.erzgebirge.de) in the south of Germany. The nearest town is Schneeberg. The "KiEZ" is a recreation centre for children and teenagers. More information: www.kiezschneeberg.de.

Location

Area: The "KiEZ Am Filzteich" is situated at the shore of the Lake “Am Filzteich” in the mountains of the picturesque Erzgebirge (www.erzgebirge.de) in the south of Germany. The nearest town is Schneeberg. The "KiEZ" is a recreation centre for children and teenagers. Here you can find more information and pictures of the centre: www.kiezschneeberg.de. You will live and work in a place with many children’s groups. If you smoke, please ask the host or leader where you are allowed to smoke. Please refrain from smoking in front of children. Please check with the host regarding alcohol consumption and if you choose to drink please be responsible and only do so during free-time. Please bring along a Certificate of Good Conduct. Leisure Time: You can use the equipment of the KiEZ, like sports equipment. There are possibilities to visit places of interest: - Schneeberg and Aue are nearby - and many, many nice and interesting places are in the area of the Erzgebirge

Accomodation

Accommodation: You will live in a house, in multi-bed rooms. Bed linen will be provided. The sanitary track with showers, toilets and a living room will be on the same floor as your room. Food: All meals will be provided in the centre. The catering is well organised, with set meal times for the different groups of children accommodated at the same time. Furthermore, you should know that the centre provides food which is usually intended for children.

Requirements

Please be fully vaccinated (2 to 3 shots of one of the following vaccines: BioNtech/Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca or Johnson&Johnson) or recovered (date of infection must be min. 28 days old and max. 90 days old).

Descrizione

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Work

Volunteers would work with our long term volunteers and visit schools/communities 3-5 days a week to organise activities and sessions with kids according to age group. You are expected to stress on: • Importance of digital education • Responsible use of social media, internet and editing • Use of digital education in formal education • Knowledge of software • How to create E-mail account, digital payment –Google/RuPay, PayTM etc You are welcome to create activities based on your observation to build up life skills among kids and further share their views and experiences about various issues like growing up, biological changes during adolescence, drug abuse, violence, vices, social media, freedom of speech and expression, career guidance, social norms like Living Alone, Relationships, Independence, social life, personality development, communication skills, talent and creative interests. Since these children will become adults soon volunteers can discuss and educate about different aspects through creative ways like using charts, games, outdoor activities, speech, debates, Group discussion, drama, plays, theatre acts, films, videos, advertisements, books, poetry, literature and other methods in schools. Volunteers can help Young minds be aware about globalisation, technology and help open their minds to new ideas and thoughts.

Partner

RUCHI MHO committed to development since 1983

Location

RUCHI campus which is located near Bandh village. It is 30 km from Kalka town and 60 km from Chandigarh city. The area offers a unique opportunity to live with nature in a peaceful environment. Self organized city tours and excursions. Old Sikh and Hindu temples in the near vicinity can be visited. Nearby Kasauli town is another hill station as a tourist attraction. A visit to Shimla will offer an opportunity to see high Himalayan Mountains

Accomodation

Volunteers will stay at RUCHI campus on twin/triple sharing basis. Bed and beddings are provided. Simple basic amenities will be available, bringing personal sleeping bag is desirable. Asian squat type toilet & English WC with hot and cold showers are available. Our cook will serve authentic Indian vegetarian meals. Personal management required.

Requirements

Interest in sharing knowledge, discussing issues and open to understanding and learning new ideas.

Meeting point

Kalka

Notes:

We strongly believe that every child has a right to education and with this initiative we want to strengthen basic learning skills for children of age 4 to 18 years from rural institutes by introducing them and teachers to the non-formal education methodology which uses tools like creative art, drawing, painting, games, paper art (origami), charts, music, singing, dancing, audio/video aid and other innovative activity based methods to enhance the understanding of kids towards the topic by encouraging creative thinking rather than just text book learning. Awareness building through informal media on social issues related to their day to day life and rights and responsibilities must be extended among communities. For this workcamp Motivation Letter in english is needed.

Descrizione

Intercultural and Language (ICL) – Songkhla, learning and sharing the intercultural and language still are the main purpose. Volunteers will share and exchange culture, language, and knowledge with the local community and students in the school. English as the global language and intercultural learning are important for local Thai people to understand and be for global citizens. English is also the gateway to open mind and knowledge. The project was created by VSA Thailand in 2011 and has been successful for eight years. Former volunteers came to give the opportunity for children in schools and the local community. Many local people improved their English skills through exchanging with international volunteers, or at least they try to speak the English language more and dare to face and work with the foreigner even though they cannot speak English. Moreover, volunteers’ activities impacted the local community. They used to stay lively and trusty with the foreigner. Local people have a chance to learn, accept, and adopt the ways of life with the different cultures. Songkhla is a VSA basement, there are many schools that require international volunteers to teach in their school. So, volunteer expect to work in rural school which ready on duration of volunteer staying

Work

Volunteer will be divided to work in rural school as English teachers, preparing lessons with the teacher at the school (do not expect this point too much even the teachers are also shy to speak out). Creative teaching English–Non-formal education tools can be used for creative teaching; volunteer is not required teaching certificate but requiring to be creative. Aims of creative teaching is giving the chance for students in the school and local community to have an opportunity to communicate with different language and learn difference culture. Volunteer would use Non-formal education tools to make an activities base on intercultural and language such as the games, songs, storytelling, and dancing. Also, it should focus on communication; listening and speaking

Partner

Volunteer Spirit Association or VSA Thailand is an Informal Education Organization /Non-Profit Organization (NPO) / Non-Government Organization (NGO) / Social Enterprise/ Peace organization collaborating international voluntary projects for people of all ages, cultures, religious and economic backgrounds. VSA is IVS representative in Thailand as the bridge to bring people from various cultures or believing to learn cultural diversity, make understanding by supporting activities of local communities around the world. Imagine, the small group of people with different characters gathering in local communities around the world and supporting local activities with villagers. This's the image of idea 'Think Global Act Local' Learning and understanding in cultural diversity bring the Companion, Reducing Conflict, Individual Capacity Building and Developing Community Potential.

Location

Leisure activity : Pakla Temple, Klongla Reservior Terminal : Hatyai Airport, Hatyai train station, Hatyai Bus station

Accomodation

Stay at Learning Home or with a local home stay (shared room with other volunteers). Volunteers expect to cook with Thai ingredient. Internet can be used at the school.

Requirements

If volunteer need visa to Thailand. VSA will prepare the document to submit the visa process. https://www.viaggiaresicuri.it/find-country/country/THA Certificate of Good Conduct