volontariato internazionale, antirazzismo, pace, diritti
Code:NICE-24V-0728A
Where:Tokushima
Number of volunteers:6
Language:English
Extra-Fee:9000 JPY
Age:18+
1. Support harvesting and shipping Sudachi citrus at its season 2. Support harvesting and shipping Shikimi (Japanese star anise) 3. Help making brochures or signs for pilgrims from overseas throughout the village. 4. Cleaning up vacant houses, etc.
This project is actively working for SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) and SDGs 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), organized together with the local group since 2019. This village has been welcoming ohenro (pilgrims) who visit 88 temples in Shikoku since long time ago. The pilgrims walk through this village before visiting Kakurin-ji temple; the 20th temple out of 88 temples of the Shikoku Ohenro Pilgrimage. However, there are problems which should be solved such as aging and depopulation of the community these days, and locals haven't been able to find solutions for those problems. On the other hand, since more and more people from overseas visit for the Shikoku Ohenro Pilgrimage locals are trying to find new ways for omotenashi (hospitality). Volunteers who have been working on the project have come up with ideas for the reuse of vacant and abandoned land. Local host Oi have finally decided that they can freely renovate and modify the vacant houses. Moreover, the site is in a good location, with mountains, a river and fields. It is up to the volunteers from now on to decide how to develop the project. The aim is for the volunteer members to clean up the abandoned houses and village landscape and transform it into a village that people will want to visit to take photos, as it used to be a village where people came and went since ancient times.
Oi-cho, Anan city, Tokushima prefecture.
Home staying at local farmhouses. All meals will be cooked by volunteers by turns. Sleeping bag is NOT necessary.
Positive attitude, a willingness to work hard and communicate with local people! 9,000 JPY (60 USD by the rate on 2024 Feb. 16th) 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.
Tokushima station
Study theme: Finding ways for sustainability of a depopulated village, Pass down the osettai culture to the next generation, Helping senior citizens to host foreigners Other activities: Welcome party by locals, visiting Kakurin-ji temple. Other: Video about Kakurin-ji temple https://youtu.be/V2vX5Ik4ASM
Code:IJGD 74125
Where:Schöneck, State Forestry Department Sachsenforst, forest district Adorf
Number of volunteers:10
Language:English
Extra-Fee:0
Age:16-26
Much more needs to be done for climate protection and against species extinction! Does it is taking too long for something to change in these areas? If you could do what you you wanted, then... you've come to the right place! In our forest district, with almost 18,000 hectares of state forest, we not only take care of the harvesting, but also numerous nature conservation projects. These projects are a lot of work, of course. That's why we can use a lot of hard-working and motivated hands. The work will take place outside in the fresh air. You will with simple tools such as small handsaws, loppers, hoes, scythes, rakes and pitchforks and pitchforks to help the biotopes retain their special character that is worth protecting. For example, small spruce trees have to be removed so that special plants can special plants can continue to grow in the areas, which in turn provide a habitat for many rare animal species. During the two-week camp, our foresters and forest managers will be at your side and will be happy to answer any questions you may have about the forest and nature conservation. We are definitely you and your commitment! The work of the ijgd is based, among other things, on the working principle of antidiscrimination/antiracism. Unfortunately, however, racism is present in many areas in Germany. Racism is a problem all over Germany and there are areas where right-wing extremist parties and groups are particularly active and therefore racist statements and hostilities are more likely. In the Vogtland, where this workcamp takes place, this is unfortunately the case. This refers to the area in general and not to the specific project. We see it as part of our responsibility to inform you about this. Last year, the workcamp group was occasionally confronted with racist or right-wing extremist hostilities in their free time. We have examined the security situation on site in detail, have taken advice and have come to the conclusion that we would like to continue the workcamp and that there is no acute danger. Nevertheless, we believe that the dignity of every human being is inviolable and that it makes sense to stand up for it at all times. We believe that we can counterbalance right-wing extremist attitudes and practices with our work and we believe that anti-racist and antidiscriminatory ways of thinking will be the majority in the end. We will support you in the best way possible, have built up local networks and are training our group leaders accordingly. You can also reach out to our anti-discrimination officer at https://www.ijgd.de/ueber-uns/antidiskriminierung. No matter which way the wind blows, we are here to support you in living out your interests and exploring new spaces of experience. With that in mind, come in and find out! We look forward to seeing you! If you have any questions or uncertainties, please feel free to contact us.
The ijgd has been organising volunteer service programmes since 1949. We are an independent, non-profit association for international youth work, a recognised independent youth welfare organisation, and one of the largest and oldest work camp organisations in Germany. Each year, we assist around 5,000 young people into volunteer work in Germany and abroad. We give them the opportunity to be creative, act in solidarity, take responsibility for themselves, and discover their own true potential and strengths. Our principles: Ecological learning, voluntary contribution, self-organisation, social development, intercultural learning, gender equality, anti-racism/anti-discrimination and political education. Follow us on Instagram ijgd_workcamps Facebook @ijgd.workcamps Project Partner: https://www.sbs.sachsen.de/naturschutz-im-forstbezirk-adorf-28304.html Instagram: Staatsbetrieb Sachsenforst
Near our camp there are a lot of things that you can do. At Mühlleithen there is a summer toboggan run waiting for you. At Bike-world at Schöneck you can speed down the hill. If you haven`t seen of the forest during your work, you can visit the outdoor climbing park. Of course you can also go hiking and enjoy the beautiful nature around you. Even though it will probably be difficult to find the right track since there are just too many options. At Schöneck`s IFA-holiday park you can find a public outdoor swimming pool, a sauna, a steam bath and other wellness treatments. So don`t forget to bring a towel and a swim suit. If you are interested, you can pay a visit to the river dams at Muldenberg, Werda, Pöhl und Pirk or go to the zoo at Klingenthal or Falkenstein. You are drawn to outer space? Go visit the German space exhibition at Morgenröthe- Rautenkranz. Are you interested in music? Don`t hesitate checking out the exhibition on musical instruments at Markneukirchen. Do you want to know what`s below the surface of beautiful Vogtland? Then go visit the former mine „Grube Tannenberg“ at Tannenbergsthal/Schneckenstein with its amazing exhibition on minerals. Close by you can also go and have a look at the ski jumping facility of the Vogtland-Arena at Klingenthal. Of course you can always just hang out at DAV Vogtlandhütte where you all sleep and have a great time at the cosy fire place. Feeling the warmth of a night time fire and enjoying the beautiful quiet nature surrounding you, you will realise the importance of the work you have done during the day. And if your group`s cooking skills aren`t as good as hoped or you are looking for something ready to eat, there is always the local kebab store at Schöneck that has something yummy ready for you in 5 minutes ;) Camp location: Schöneck, State Forestry Department Sachsenforst, forest district Adorf
You will sleep in shared bedrooms at the DAV Vogtlandhütte, which is run by the German Alpine Association. It is a cozy little hut right surrounded by a calming forest. There is also a a nice outside fireplace. Check it out at: http://www.vogtlandhuette.de/ You cook together. Money for food shopping is provided to you. Vegetarian or vegan meals are possible. Please indicate any allergies when registering.
Motivation for working with nature and interest in protecting nature and different species are a plus. The work can be physically demanding and you will need shoes that are good for working in a forest. Please bring clothes that are fit to wear for working in a forest (rain boots, rain coat, sturdy clothes)
Schöneck (Vogtland), from there it is only 2.5km to DAV Vogtland-Hütte (accomodation) Shortly before the workcamp starts, you as a group can decide if you want to meet at the accommodation or the train station and go together to the Vogtlandhütte. More Information about train and bus connections: www.bahn.com.
Please note: There is a special Teenage Fee of 150€ for international volunteers who applied under 18 in this camp. You will receive more detailed information with the specific information sheet for your camp after your enrollment has been confirmed. 1 posto per minorenni
Code:IBG ESC1
Where:Bergheim
Number of volunteers:6
Language:English
Extra-Fee:0
Age:18-30
Come and volunteer in a summer village for different (age) groups! Over 2 weeks of various activities await you while you assist in a summer camp for children, teenagers and young families near Cologne! The summer village does start on the 7th of July and several weeks of program for children and teenagers have already happened when your camp starts. Your project starts with the arrival of a children group aged 7 to 12 on the 29th and a week full of activities with and for the young participants. Your job will be to help with different types of workshops, where the children can try out different types of sport, creative activities, do arts and crafting or simply chill or play games. In the second week the participants are children and young people with or without mental disabilities. The young people might be older (up to 18), but the developmental age is up to 12. For this week the team is also supported by professionals from an NGO working with people with disabilities and integration assistants. In the last days your job will be helping with the dismantling of the infrastructure, which gets stored away until the next year. Aside from helping with the program, there will also be “backstage” tasks, such as going grocery shopping or cleaning. Another responsibility is the night duty: Since the participants are under-age, someone always needs to stay awake. Don’t worry, you won’t need to stay up the whole night and you won’t need to do it alone. It can easily turn into a nice long campfire-evening with friends. It is very important to the local team that you feel and become part of one big group of teamers.
Woanders e.V. is a non-profit organization which wants to reach people of all ages, support cross-generational interaction and contact between people from different areas of life. Their work intends to reduce fear of contact and support tolerance and curiosity for other people, by strengthening the team-spirit “We”. Each summer for over a month, they organize a camping village full of activities for different age groups. This workcamp starts with a week of camping for children (07-12 years old), which is followed by a week for children and young people with or without mental disabilities. (Before this workcamp the program started with a week of kids-program for children, followed by a week for teenagers and then a week for families. If you want to stay for the whole duration, you can apply also for the first workcamp IBG 07 which starts on the 6th of July) You can find the camp village schedule here: www.woanders.org/zeltstadt/ Participants usually stay there for a full week, most of them will stay overnight in tents and have their meals there as well. It is a project aimed mostly towards children and teens with fewer opportunities but it is open to people from all backgrounds. Priority is given to participants from nearby communities. Since 2020 we successfully support this project with small groups of international volunteers and the local team is looking forward to meet new international friends. By volunteering in this project, you are contributing to a sustainable and inclusive community (UN SDG 11).
The camp village is situated on a meadow surrounded by trees a bit outside of the town of Bergheim. In Bergheim, you can find different shops and cafés, and Bergheim itself is only 20km away from Cologne. On your days off you can therefore visit Cologne, which is the fourth most populous city of Germany, famous for its cathedral and the Roman-Germanic museum. You can also go on trips to other nearby towns, for example to Bonn.
You will sleep in big group tents on the camp village site. Camp mats will be provided, but please bring your own sleeping bag! There are showers and sanitary facilities available, but the accommodation itself is quite basic. There will be no need for cooking since you will be eating together with the local team and the participants, so everything will be provided, but of course it is expected that you may help with cleaning and so on. You can get a glimpse of the project area on the homepage of the association, where you can find pictures from the previous years: https://www.woanders.org/fotos/
We ask for a motivation letter to be sent with the application! Previous experience in working with children and/or people with disabilities will be very helpful. Since the project involves children, you need to provide a certificate of good conduct before the start of the project. This project is a Volunteering Team within the European Solidarity Corps program. Volunteers have to have legal residency in an EU country, there is a strict age limit of 18 to 30 years. The participation to the ESC Volunteering Teams is subject to several principles and conditions, presented on the ESC webpage: https://europa.eu/youth/solidarity/mission_en volunteers do not have to pay any fee (not sending, nor participation fee) to attend the project and will receive a financial support for their travel, according to a maximum amount established in accordance with their travel distance and upon the presentation of original tickets; volunteers need to enroll in the PASS, the ESC Portal; then IBG will organise their matching, on the online system, with the volunteering project; volunteers will receive pocket money, calculated on basis of 6€/day, once they arrive on the project; volunteers will have to complete a participation report, submitted online through the portal.
You have to arrive in Paffendorf train station. Please check for connections from anywhere to Paffendorf www.bahn.com/en from there it is only a 15 minute walk to the camp village. There will be someone waiting to accompany you.
Code:EST TDT14
Where:TALLINN
Number of volunteers:12
Language:English
Extra-Fee:320 EUR
Age:14-16
ProgramCamp program includes team projects, discussions at the round table, social and sport games, performances in the open air, actions for peace and nature protection, meetings with people, visits to museums and sightseeing as well as presentations of the countries that camp participants and volunteers represent, etc. Every day the camp will have a country presentation, a subject to learn or discuss and a related activity. Teenagers will stay in the camp activities zone from 10:00 to 17:00. There will be one day off in the camp and at least one day of travel outside Tallinn. The day off is spent either under the leadership of a member of the school staff or in the host family. Camp activities will take place in the premises of the language school that is situated in the very centre of the city. To activate teenagers and run the program, there will be a group of international volunteers and members of the local school staff. Special features of this summer:1) All camp shifts with arrivals on 12.06, 24.06, 21.0 and 04.08 include one trip outside Tallinn.2) Participants are welcome to extend their stay for one or two weeks within the camp dates.
International language camp is organized for teenagers by The Language School In Down-Town and the non-profit educational association Alternative Language Programs Satellite (ALP S) as part of their annual activities on multicultural issues for youth. The project s aim is to introduce the diversity of world cultures to the youth and provide them with good practices in intercultural communication by means of alternative English language practice which includes meetings, visits and direct contacts to young people from abroad. The project gets teens of 14 to 16 years old familiar with national traditions of the countries from all over the world, encourages them to develop their global thinking and individual initiative, tolerance and resistance to xenophobia and ethnic hatred. Camps give foreign participants a great chance to meet youngsters both from Estonia and other countries as well as to experience local life. This summer we offer you to participate in our new project called MATRIX . Camp participants will learn about different meanings of this word. Together, we will identify the ways how to improve the matrix of the modern world, how to become a better version of ourselves and how to develop our emotional intelligence. Camp participants will acquire life skills that they will need to create their own codes for personal matrices that will have power to change their life for the better. They are the smart matrices of our personalities, souls, love and success, well-being and happy life. Meetings with local and/or international professionals in the field will take place. Thematic photo and video contests for camp participants will be organized.
LocationTallinn is the capital of Estonia, country s largest city with 450 000 inhabitants and nearly as many tourists during summer. You can get a lot of information on Tallinn on www.visittallinn.ee/engTerminalAirport, bus station, harbor in Tallinn. Pick up arranged by the school staff or families at the point of arrival is possible upon parents requests.Leisure timeThere are a lot of possibilities for leisure time activities since camp will take place in the Estonian capital Tallinn where one can find attractions for any taste: sightseeing, museums, festivals, concerts, etc.
AccommodationThere are 2 options possible (which is subject to availability):1) In the premises of The Language School In Down-Town located on the 4th and 5th floors of a business building in the city centre. In summer time, a part of the school is reserved for the camp participants accommodation that includes several separate dormitory bedrooms, fully equipped kitchen, a dining area, a large shower area and two separate toilet cabins. Apart from bedrooms, the tea-room for rest will be also organized where teenagers might watch films, read and play board games enjoying soft sofas. Bed linen, pillows and blankets will be provided, so you do NOT need to bring a sleeping bag unless you want so. For the reasons of security, minimum one school staff member and one volunteer will be staying with camp participants overnights to maintain life, catering and general order on the site. To facilitate a smooth and safe environment at school during the off-hours, the main entrance to the school must be kept closed at all times. The access to the school and accommodation areas will be managed by long-term volunteers or school staff. Please be aware that you must be inside by 22:00 the latest unless supervised outside by a school staff member. Participants will have breakfasts and dinners at school, lunches i together with other camp participants.2) In the host families of some of 10 local participants who will join this camp. The apartments of the host families may be located in Tallinn or its suburbs. Participants will stay in a separate or shared room. You do NOT need a sleeping bag. Participants will have breakfasts and dinners in their host families, lunches i together with other camp participants in the city. Travel cards will be provided, pick up service at arrival is provided upon request.NB it is not possible to stay at any of the camp accommodation options before or after the camp arrival and departure days. If you need a place to stay before or after the camp dates, we can help you to book a hostel in Tallinn.
Special requirementsThe age of international camp participants is 14 i 16. English is the camp language. Please be aware that during the day program of the camp the participants will be asked to leave their cell phones at their accommodation site to ensure safety of the participants and their engagement with the camp activities. We will welcome any ideas to improve the program and your active participation in it.Participation feeUnlike the traditional voluntary camp, there will be mostly informal educational activities and guided language practice. Camp program implementation involves costs for boarding and lodging, domestic transport, materials, excursions, visits, cultural activities and general administration. Since neither EstYES, nor its partner ALPS receives any financial support for this camp from state or municipality, to make the camp happen we have to charge a participation fee from 320 to 590 Euro depending on the duration of the camp shift. This is a hosting fee that is different from your country sending organization s fee you pay at home. It has to be paid by participants upon arrival to the camp or by bank transfer prior to the start of the camp. If you cannot make it, please contact your sending organization for a solution. NB Participants coming from outside Europe are asked to consult with EstYES before paying fee by bank transfer to reduce high banking charges.
ArrivalThe camp participant is expected to arrive to the camp location any Sunday within the camp dates, prior to the camp starting on Monday. Pick up on arrival is possible upon request.To assure a safe environment for all the campers, we expect all our camp participants will provide their parents letter of consent (Parental Authorization) and travel insurance certificate. IMPORTANT: Unless there are any special anti-COVID measures for minors announced by the Estonian Government on the date of your arrival, no medical or green-pass certificates are required. Before travelling please do check information on the website https://www.kriis.ee/en/covid-crisis-management-qa/crisis-management/levels-risk or https://reopen.europa.eu or https://kriis.ee/en/travelling-crossing-state-border/travelling-estonia/travelling-estonia
Code:NICE-24S-0729A
Where:Kaga city, Ishikawa prefecture
Number of volunteers:3
Language:English
Extra-Fee:9000 JPY
Age:18+
Revive the countryside and beautiful village by maintenance of the forests and fields. You can enjoy very beautiful nature and traditional Japanese culture!
We will do various work to activate the area and success their culture. Main work may be one of (1) maintaining rice and vegetables’ fields for sustainable life (2) communicating with local people. And do some other work for the community. "Revival of the abandon villages. Bring some info.! Volunteers get knowledge about actions for developing local village. Also the basic knowledge of the Japanese language and local culture."
This project is actively working for SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) and SDGs 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), organized together with Shizentaiken Ozuchi Mura since 2013, founded by local people to keep the original landscape. There were 140 inhabitants with 20 houses in 1916, but now only one person lives there. Still 10 houses remained and the area was designated as Nation's Preservation District for Groups of Historic Buildings. We will try to improve the situation by young voluntary power. Since 2016, Ozuchi village and NICE have started weekend workcamps and over 400 vols. joined here per year and love this village! Local host hope to pass this village down the next generations! This year's project is a joint project with Fukuoka Prefecture. Japanese participants will include seven high school students from Fukuoka Prefecture and NICE staff.
The southwest part of Ishikawa prefecture. Ozuchi village is surrounded by mountains, so very isolated, but beautiful place. Charcoal making was main industry. Exchange parties, trekking and hot spring etc.
Renovated house (traditional house!). Simple shower room. Clean toilet. Sleeping bag is needed! Food will be cooked by volunteers. There is a cat. Wi-Fi is available at the base facility, but internet access may be difficult due to the mountainous terrain.
High motivation to work hard and simple life in the isolated area and respect to the local culture and way of the local organization!
Nearest Domestic terminal is Komatsu. International airport is Osaka (Kansai) or Tokyo (Haneda/ Narita). From Osaka, 4 hours by express train. From Tokyo, 5 hours by express train/ 8 hours by night bus (Meeting time is First day's 2 pm, Departure time is Last day's 12 pm at Kaga-Onsen station)
Revival of the abandon villages. Bring some info.! Volunteers get knowledge about actions for developing local village. Also the basic knowledge of the Japanese language and local culture.
Code:NIG06
Where:Lohmen
Number of volunteers:8
Language:English
Extra-Fee:0
Age:17-27
This work camp is for nature lovers, since the work will be mainly outdoors. There is a lot of work around the natural reserve “Upahl-Lenzen”. Since it’s not possible to use common agricultural techniques, volunteers have to do everything manually. More over every meadow around has to be cut and the grass have to be put aside. The aim of this project is to help to protect this unique reserve through your contribution. This project will be done in cooperation with environmental agency of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. We also start a new project of "creating a international herb garden".
This project is organized by NiG e.V., a german non-profit and non-government organization. In this project we work together with the local agency for agriculture and environment.
Lohmen is a village in the middle of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania and is surrounded by the nature reserve Upahl-Lenzen. It has about 850 inhabitants but also many possibilities for outdoor activities like a labyrinth, sports grounds and an archeological nature trail. There is a lake in walking distance where you can swim and also much nature to enjoy in general. Leisure time activities: Excursions (swimming, short trips) can be planned.
Volunteers will stay at the building of a former kindergarten. Food (also vegetarian/ vegan) is included, but meals have to be prepared by the volunteers. (we like to do international cooking days, so every nation cooks one typical/traditional meal for everyone) On the last weekend, we arrrange a trip to Rostock (next biggest city, directly at the sea) and stay in our office accomodation. There we have the opportunity, to either go the beach or into clubs and stuff like this :)
Please bring a sleeping bag, working clothes (gloves), a mattress pad (and good motivation :D). BE CAREFUL! There are two different villages in Germany called "Lohmen". The workcamp will be in that Lohmen between Guestrow and Goldberg in the region Mecklenburg Western Pomerania.
BE CAREFUL! There are two different villages in Germany called "Lohmen". The workcamp will be in that Lohmen between Guestrow and Goldberg in the region Mecklenburg Western Pomerania.
Code:ASTO 06
Where:Kpalimé (Kloto -Togo)
Number of volunteers:10
Language:French
Extra-Fee:220 EUR
Age:21+
Accès à l’informatique reste encore très limité dans les universités, lycées et collèges du Togo. Une grande majorité des élèves et étudiants togolais ne maitrise pas l’utilisation de l’outil informatique. Ceci est désavantageux pour eux au cours de leur cursus scolaire ou universitaire. Consciente de ce constat, ASTOVOT met en place aux profits des élèves des cours d'initiation simple et pratique à l'informatique et de l’internet. Ce chantier est ouvert à tout volontaire ayant une connaissance de base en informatique et désirant la transmettre aux adolescents et jeunes togolais. Ce programme est couplé par les séances de ciné-débats dans les après-midi pour permettre aux volontaires et aux apprenants d’échanger sur les sujets liés à l’interculturalité et de l’épanouissement des jeunes.
TACHES A FAIRE POUR LES VOLONTAIRES : Montrer aux apprenants : De maîtriser les concepts de base de l’informatique et de l’ordinateur ; De connaître et se familiariser avec l’environnement informatique (matériels et logiciels) ; De connaître les notions de bases des systèmes d’information et d’être sensibiliser aux aspects de sécurité de ces systèmes ; De connaître les fondements de l’Internet, d’en connaître les notions de base et d’être en mesure de l’utiliser dans le cadre de ses recherches documentaires ou autres ; et l’utilisation responsable des réseaux sociaux ; Mettre en place un planning de diffusion des films documentaires suivi des débats avec les apprenants ;
L’ONG Association Togolaise des Volontaires au Travail (ASTOVOT) a plus de 60 ans d’expérience dans le service volontaire international. Chaque année, elle accueille de nombreux volontaires venant des quatre coins du monde sur ses différents projets de volontariat court, moyen et long terme (3 semaines à 12 mois) au Togo. Ces projets permettent aux volontaires nationaux environ deux cents (200) de côtoyer les volontaires internationaux et de créer un réel échange interculturel tout au long de l’année. Membre du Comité de Coordination du Service Volontaire International (CCSVI- UNESCO) et de Network of Africa Voluntary Organisations (NAVO), ASTOVOT est en partenariat avec plusieurs organisations du volontariat en Europe, en Asie, Aux Etats Unis, au Canada et en Afrique. Ses projets portent surtout sur le développement communautaire à travers la promotion de l’éducation et de la citoyenneté, la santé, le social, la protection de l’environnement et l’apprentissage interculturel, la rénovation et la construction des infrastructures sociocollectives.
Lieu du projet : Kpalimé (Togo) Lieu du projet : Kpalimé (Togo) Kpalimé se situe à environ 1h30 de route de Lomé et se trouve dans un environnement naturel de toute beauté. Localisé dans le Sud-Ouest du Togo, la zone qui entoure la ville est luxuriante et fertile, encerclée par des collines aux bois épais, des vallées profondes et de petits villages paysans. Kpalimé est également le plus important centre artisanal du pays où se sont installés un très grand nombre d'artistes et artisans : sculpteurs sur bois, batikeur, potiers, tisserands, calebassiers, Les nombreuses balades et randonnées "nature" conduisent au travers des sentiers à la découverte de la vie quotidienne des populations locales qui vivent essentiellement de l'agriculture. LOISIRS En marge des activités principales du chantier, plusieurs autres activités sont organisées comme : les balades de découverte, les randonnées, des sorties festives, les rencontres culturelles. Ces activités permettent aux volontaires de rentrer en contact avec les populations locales mais aussi de découvrir la culture togolaise. Pendant les week-ends les excursions collectives sont organisées par les volontaires et leurs animateurs pour découvrir les sites touristiques de la région où se déroule le chantier. Il est à noter que les dépenses liées aux excursions et aux sorties des volontaires ne sont pas inclues dans les frais de participation.
HÉBERGEMENT Les conditions de logement sont généralement rudimentaires, simples et spécifiques par rapport au lieu de la réalisation du projet. Sur place, les volontaires sont logés par groupe de trois ou quatre personnes par chambre. La mixité par chambre dépend de l’organisation collective des volontaires eux-mêmes. Selon certains lieux, les volontaires peuvent utiliser des toilettes sèches et des douches sans l’eau à l’intérieur. L’association met à la disponibilité des volontaires des nattes en plastique ou en mousse. Les volontaires qui ont des sacs de couchage peuvent les apporter avec eux si c’est possible. Accès à l’eau potable sur le chantier. Par contre l’accès à l’électricité et à l’Internet peut être limité. Cela est dû respectivement au délestage et aux difficultés d’accès au réseau internet. NOURRITURE Durant tout le chantier, ce sont les volontaires eux-mêmes qui prépareront leurs propres repas. Une organisation interne permettra de créer des groupes qui s’alterneront pour vaquer aux différentes tâches domestiques y compris la cuisine. Les produits alimentaires utilisés pour la cuisine sont importés, locaux et parfois bio. Le régime alimentaire de chaque volontaire sera pris en compte dans la préparation des repas. Les volontaires auront accès aux fruits tropicaux comme les bananes, oranges,ananas, mangues, avocats, papayes...etc.
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Code:RC-07/24
Where:Bandh
Number of volunteers:10
Language:English
Extra-Fee:230 EUR
Age:20+
With this project we aim to do our bit to reverse climate change and preserve biodiversity of our surrounding through education and actions. Overtime we have assisted in planting more than 10,000 trees in last 5 years. Along with plantation we also educate local community about carbon emission and environmentally sustainable actions which we could apply. The project relates to SDG-13 (Climate Action) and SDG-15 (Life on Land).
Depending on the weather, volunteers would plant new trees, take care of already planted ones, remove dead saplings, chop firewood, do soil working, composting, clearing weeds and bushes, preparing holes for future plantation and make polythene green house fully operational. Since environmental education and protection is the focus of the camp they will be expected to create awareness on issues like global warming, climate change, Carbon emission, sustainable lifestyle etc. while visiting local communities. Besides tree plantation, volunteers will be given an exposure of other humanitarian projects, meeting with women groups, physical activity in RUCHI campus and work in communities or slums.
Rural Centre for Human Interests (RUCHI) is a community development organization with ever increasing focus on youth development and intercultural learning through voluntary service. RUCHI got registered in 1983, under Indian Societies Registration Act as a non-political, non-profit making voluntary organization.
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.
Volunteers will live in the RUCHI campus in shared accommodation. All minimum basic amenities will be available with library facilities. Vegetarian food will be served. A cook will be there but volunteers are expected to help him and occasionally cook their own meals and self-management is required. Sleeping bags are not necessary but required for personal hygiene.
Interest in environment and climate changing issues. Physical fitness, Flexibility and High level of motivation.
International Terminal: New Delhi and Chandigarh Nearest railway station: Kalka
Code:CONCUKSTV03-24B
Where:Bransford
Number of volunteers:6
Language:English
Extra-Fee:50 GBP
Age:18-70
At the end of the season the entire site is deconstructed and packed away for the winter. Like setup, this involves a lot of manual labour and hard work but is a time when the team really comes together as we work to leave the field as we found it at the beginning of the summer. We make sure that all structures are cleaned, dried and packed away. You’ll have the chance to see the behind the scenes of outdoor living and event infrastructure and take part in plenty of problem solving and logistics tasks. While the work can be quite physical, we find that because we are not hosting events anymore, we have more time for team activities such as fancy banquet dinners, dress-up parties or relaxing campfire evenings. If it is something you want to have a go at, then takedown may be the phase for you! Please note that as we take structures down the facilities on the field will become more minimal (toilets and showers will be available till the end).
Green & Away is a registered educational charity, who organise, build and run a unique, tented sustainable venue – a temporary outdoor eco-village, situated on the banks of the River Teme, in lush Countryside overlooked by the Malvern Hulls in the West of England. Every summer since 1990, many volunteers from all different walks of life and all over the world have come together to create a beautiful space for events, connection to the outdoors, community and learning – and we are very excited to welcome you! You will be supported and encouraged to be involved in whatever you feel most comfortable doing, and the host always supports and appreciates new ideas and feedback – Green & Away is a place to share and learn new skills. The host warmly welcomes and encourages individuals of all backgrounds, ethnicities, races, genders, abilities, ages, religions, and orientations to join the Green & Away project. This is an ongoing project with several starting dates. In your application, make sure to add which date you would like to start your 2 weeks project. You can apply for several 2-week periods in the same application.
The site is situated close to a small village which has some small activities going on, the site is roughly 5-6 miles from Worcester with a direct bus. Volunteers can travel quite freely to a big city. More immediately the site is located to a café with walking trails and a river for swimming bordering the site. The nearest hospital is 9 miles away. You will get 2 days off of volunteering, days off are not the same each week, but rest will be assured to all volunteers. The work at Green & Away is what brings us together, but there is also plenty of time for evening activities, revelling in music and laughter in our bar, swimming, playing games and enjoying an evening round the campfire. There is also opportunity for day trips to visit the local area, cultural visits or special days out like canoeing on your days off. You are also invited to engage with our Education Wednesdays, where we spend an afternoon together learning from one another in a variety of ways through talks, workshops and discussions. If you have a skill or knowledge on a topic you would like to share with the group let us know!
The host is an outdoor venue and campsite so all accommodation is tented – this is for all volunteers as well as guests will be in tents. Green & Away will provide you with a space in a tent with a camp bed, sleeping bag, pillow and blanket – IT IS STILL COLD AT NIGHT DURING UK SUMMERTIME, PLEASE ENSURE YOU BRING ENOUGH WARM CLOTHES. All food is provided (3 meals a day, regular tea breaks, with cake!). Meals are vegetarian/vegan, organic, fresh and local when possible. IF you do have any specific dietary requirements, please let the host know in advance. The site has an outdoor biomass-powered, wood cladded shower cubicles, composting toilets, drinking water taps, clothes washing facilities and a washing line. The host provides eco-friendly toiletries. All safety and volunteering equipment is provided by Green and Away.
The host will reach out to you to establish levels of English, you will receive an email if successful. A conversational level of B2 is necessary to understand safety instructions.
A travel guide will be sent to the volunteer nearer the time
For Green and Away it is really important the volunteer understands what we are about (environmental charity, not a music festival! etc.) and the circumstances of the facilities (outdoor showers, camping). Green & Away need volunteers to have a good level of English (B2) which is integral to the safety of themselves and everyone they are working with. A pre-approval interview over the phone will be organised with the host after applications.
Code:IBG 13
Where:Weil der Stadt
Number of volunteers:12
Language:English
Extra-Fee:0
Age:18+
Come to Weil der Stadt to support summer free-time program for children aged 6-12 years old, together with a group of German caregivers! In the first two weeks of summer holidays, the children who participate to the summer free-time program get picked up in the morning; they spend their day at holiday house and return in the afternoon at 5pm. On Fridays, there’s in overnight-stay and a common breakfast with the children. Saturday afternoons and Sundays are free. Childcare, leading workshop and providing general support for the camp are expected. The summer camp is located next to a forest and a sportsground which allow for many outdoor adventures for children, such as building hunts or playing sports. But there will also be many opportunities for creative workshops. You are welcome to bring your own games, songs and ideas!
The ‘’Children and Youth Centre’‘ of Weil der Stadt organizes a summer-camp for kids every year. Each summer, about 95 Children participate to this project. They may join for one or two weeks. This initiative will give every kid the chance to have a fun vacation time while at the same time, supporting working parents during the first part of school summer break, which lasts for 6 weeks in total. International volunteers have been supporting the summer activities and the local communities for threes year already (UN SDG 11 sustainable communities).
Weil der Stadt is a town with almost 20.000 inhabitans. It has a very nice historical centre and is located at the outskirts of the Black Forest – perfect for hiking, if you are up to it! Also public transportation is good, so you can easily reach the regional capital Stuttgart, as well as Karlsruhe or Pforzheim. The team in Weil der Stadt can support you in organizing weekend trips or activities.
You will stay directly in the ‘’Children and Youth Centre’’ in Weil der Stadt. In the building, there is a big room where you will sleep. Camp beds are provided but please, bring your own sleeping! Inside the building you will find sanitary facilities and a kitchen. During the week, you will eat your lunch with children and don’t need to cook. At night and during weekends, you will take turn for cooking, wash the dishes and cleaning. Your group will be responsible to doing the groceries, which will be covered by the camp budget.
It is not necessary to speak German in order to to participate, however it is a big help for sure! The children usually don’t speak English but some of the kids have a international background so you might be able to communicate with some of them in your mother tongue. NOTE: Please attach a Motivation Letter with your application! We would like to know your motivation to work with children, if you have any experience in this field, and if you speak (a bit of) German. In addition, since you will be working with children, you will be required to provide a certificate of good conduct before the start of the camp.
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