Description of the partner organizing/hosting the project:
Every year, Special Olympics Belgium organises the National Games. In 2026, the Games will be held in Hautes-Fagnes. More than 3,000 athletes, accompanied by 1,200 coaches, are taking part in the Games in around twenty sports disciplines.



Changing the lives of people with intellectual disabilities through sport and promoting their social inclusion. This has been the mission of Special Olympics since it was founded in 1968 by Eunice Kennedy Shriver in the United States. And it works! Since then, Special Olympics has become an international movement active in 193 countries, with more than 5.5 million athletes with a mental disability taking part in adapted sports training and Olympic-type sports competitions, as well as participating in the Healthy Athletes Programme and much more.



Special Olympics Belgium was founded in 1979 and is officially recognized by the Belgian Olympic and Interfederal Committee. It organises National Games every year (alternatively in Flanders, Brussels and Wallonia) and send delegations of Belgian athletes to the Winter and Summer Special Olympics World Games. These competitions are open to any athlete with intellectual disability who regularly practise a sport at his/her own level. More than just a physical and sport training, these activities enhance the social development of the athletes.



The Opening Ceremony (with Torch Run) and Games will take place from 14th to 16th of May 2026.



More information (FR) on: https://www.special-olympics.be

Description of work:
For this edition of the Belgian National Games, volunteers will help on several aspects of the event logistics:

Setting up the sports grounds and/or facilities planned for the 2026 National Games (11 to 13 May)

Supporting athletes during sports competitions (Bocce from 14 to 16 May) : volunteers will provide guidance to athletes for one of the disciplines of the competition: a precision ball sport, related to bowls and "pétanque" called Bocce.

Dismantling the sports fields and/or facilities planned for the 2026 National Games (afternoon of 16 May).

Spa

Description of location and leisure:
The workcamp will take place in Hautes Fagnes, Belgium.

Meeting Point and Time: Volunteers will be informed of the meeting point.
The nearest airport: BRU
The nearest terminal (train-, bus-, taxi station): Verviers-Central

Description of accommodation and food:
The Games will take place in the Hautes Fagnes, with most of the sports taking place in Malmedy and Spa. Accommodation will be in dormitories and/or flex hotels (modular accommodation) located near the Olympic Village in Malmedy. Meals are provided by the organisation. During the Games – competition days – all volunteers receive virtual money on their wristbands, which they can use in the Olympic Village, where there is a food offering via food trucks in addition to three meals per day.

English

Number of total volunteers: 6
Number of places available for male volunteers: 3
Number of places available for female volunteers: 3
Maximum number of volunteers per nationality: 2
Maximum number of teenager volunteers: 0
Maximum number of national (local) volunteers: 1
First Language: English
Participation of volunteers with disabilities: No
Available vegetarian food: Yes

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This workcamp requires physical efforts at some moments.

Volunteers are asked to prove a strong interest for the thematic of this event. We are looking for motivated volunteers !

There will be one free day before and one free day after the competition.
Each volunteer receives a Special Olympics volunteer T-shirt, which must be worn during competition days. Spare T-shirts can be provided if necessary.

Description of the partner organizing/hosting the project:
GNIST Festival is a music and art festival created by and for young people, located outside the big cities. It’s a two-day celebration filled with live music, art exhibitions, community dance, techno yoga, talks, short films, and much more. We celebrate youth spirit, creativity, culture, and all kinds of art and music.

Description of work:
PHASE ONE: PREPARATION
During this phase, the festival starts to take shape. We build everything from the ground up — starting with tents and practical setups, and finishing with the small final details.

Every year we come up with new ideas and plans, and we decorate the entire area. This includes building graffiti walls, painting signs, and placing creative elements around the festival site.

There will, of course, be plenty of time at the beginning to get to know each other. We really value it if participants want to contribute with creative ideas and help us shape the festival.

PHASE TWO: THE FESTIVAL
This is the most fun phase! This is when we open the festival we’ve created together over the past few days.

During this time, you can relax, hang out with the other volunteers and guests, listen to music, and enjoy the festival atmosphere.

PHASE THREE: CLEANING
This phase starts Sunday morning, when guests begin heading home. We pack everything down, and it usually goes quite fast, so we finish on Sunday. Volunteers can leave either Sunday or Monday morning.

FREETIME
Since the camp is short, there are no full days off. As we get closer to the festival, there will be more to do.

From Tuesday to Thursday, working hours are approximately 10:00 in the morning until 8:00 in the evening. On Friday and Saturday, there will be more free time, as more volunteers join. This gives you the chance to meet Danish people and experience the festival.

Fyrvej 2, 4660 Store Heddinge, Denmark

Description of location and leisure:
The festival area is close to the sea and located in the countryside. It is an old military missile launcher site, now empty except for two garages that we use.

The event takes place in the middle of May, so it’s a good idea to bring warm fleeces and cozy clothes, as we will be outside most of the day.

Meeting Point and Time: Meeting Point and Time:
Store Heddinge St.
May 11th between 12:00-16:00.

Arrival at Copenhagen Airport
To reach the meeting point on time, your flight should arrive no later than 13:00 on the first day of the camp.

From the airport, take a train to Copenhagen Central Station. From there, take a train to Køge Station, where you can catch a local train to Store Heddinge Station. This is where we will pick you up.

The total travel time from the airport to the meeting point is approximately 2 hours, and the cost is around €20. Please let us know if anything changes so we can help you.

Further details on travel arrangements and purchasing train or bus tickets will be provided in your info sheet after acceptance.

If you cannot make it to the meeting point on time, consider arriving one day early and booking a hostel.
The nearest airport: CPH
The nearest terminal (train-, bus-, taxi station): Store Heddinge St.

Description of accommodation and food:
Get ready for the full festival experience!

Sleeping Facilities
The festival has a sleeping area where both guests and volunteers will stay in tents during the festival days. We will also sleep there in the days leading up to the festival.

We can provide tents, so you only need to bring a sleeping bag and an air mattress or something similar. Let us know if you are missing anything — we might be able to lend it to you.

Kitchen + Bathroom Facilities
A trailer bathroom will be available when you arrive.

Each day, one hot meal will be prepared by our local chef, Jens. The other meals will be simple toasts or sandwiches that we make ourselves.

When the festival begins, there will also be food stands and community dining available.

English

* 현장납부비용 : 100 EUR
Number of total volunteers: 10
Number of places available for male volunteers: 5
Number of places available for female volunteers: 5
Maximum number of volunteers per nationality: 2
Maximum number of teenager volunteers: 0
Maximum number of national (local) volunteers: 0
Extra fee: 100 EUR
First Language: English
Participation of volunteers with disabilities: No
Available vegetarian food: Yes
Description of specific requirements: English will be the only language spoken during the camp. All participants must be willing to speak English, even if they come from the same country or find English challenging. Just try your best!

It is very important for us to have volunteers who are creative and able to take initiative. We are looking for independent people who want to contribute to the project with innovative ideas.

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개인 위생을 위해 개인용 침낭을 반드시 준비하시기 바랍니다.

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Description of the partner organizing/hosting the project:
GNIST Festival is a music and art festival created by and for young people, located outside the big cities. It’s a two-day celebration filled with live music, art exhibitions, community dance, techno yoga, talks, short films, and much more. We celebrate youth spirit, creativity, culture, and all kinds of art and music.

Description of work:
PHASE ONE: PREPARATION
During this phase, the festival starts to take shape. We build everything from the ground up — starting with tents and practical setups, and finishing with the small final details.
Every year we come up with new ideas and plans, and we decorate the entire area. This includes building graffiti walls, painting signs, and placing creative elements around the festival site.
There will, of course, be plenty of time at the beginning to get to know each other. We really value it if participants want to contribute with creative ideas and help us shape the festival.
PHASE TWO: THE FESTIVAL
This is the most fun phase! This is when we open the festival we’ve created together over the past few days.
During this time, you can relax, hang out with the other volunteers and guests, listen to music, and enjoy the festival atmosphere.
PHASE THREE: CLEANING
This phase starts Sunday morning, when guests begin heading home. We pack everything down, and it usually goes quite fast, so we finish on Sunday. Volunteers can leave either Sunday or Monday morning.
FREETIME
Since the camp is short, there are no full days off. As we get closer to the festival, there will be more to do.
From Tuesday to Thursday, working hours are approximately 10:00 in the morning until 8:00 in the evening. On Friday and Saturday, there will be more free time, as more volunteers join. This gives you the chance to meet Danish people and experience the festival.

Description of location and leisure:
The festival area is close to the sea and located in the countryside. It is an old military missile launcher site, now empty except for two garages that we use.
The event takes place in the middle of May, so it’s a good idea to bring warm fleeces and cozy clothes, as we will be outside most of the day.

[Travel Information]
The nearest airport: CPH in Copenhagen,Denmark
The nearest terminal (train-, bus-, taxi station): Store Heddinge St.
Meeting Point and Time: Meeting Point and Time: Store Heddinge St. May 11th between 12:00-16:00. Arrival at Copenhagen Airport To reach the meeting point on time, your flight should arrive no later than 13:00 on the first day of the camp. From the airport, take a train to Copenhagen Central Station. From there, take a train to Køge Station, where you can catch a local train to Store Heddinge Station. This is where we will pick you up. The total travel time from the airport to the meeting point is approximately 2 hours, and the cost is around €20. Please let us know if anything changes so we can help you. Further details on travel arrangements and purchasing train or bus tickets will be provided in your info sheet after acceptance. If you cannot make it to the meeting point on time, consider arriving one day early and booking a hostel.

Description of accommodation and food:
Get ready for the full festival experience!
Sleeping Facilities
The festival has a sleeping area where both guests and volunteers will stay in tents during the festival days. We will also sleep there in the days leading up to the festival.
We can provide tents, so you only need to bring a sleeping bag and an air mattress or something similar. Let us know if you are missing anything — we might be able to lend it to you.
Kitchen + Bathroom Facilities
A trailer bathroom will be available when you arrive.
Each day, one hot meal will be prepared by our local chef, Jens. The other meals will be simple toasts or sandwiches that we make ourselves.
When the festival begins, there will also be food stands and community dining available.

English

* 현장납부비용 : 100 EUR
Extra fee: 100 EUR
First Language: English
Available vegetarian food: Yes
Description of specific requirements: English will be the only language spoken during the camp. All participants must be willing to speak English, even if they come from the same country or find English challenging. Just try your best! It is very important for us to have volunteers who are creative and able to take initiative. We are looking for independent people who want to contribute to the project with innovative ideas.

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Description of the partner organizing/hosting the project:
Aalborg City Cup was first held in 2004 and has since grown into a large international tournament with around 300 teams each year, featuring boys and girls aged 9 to 18.
The tournament takes place on Aalborg Freja’s 21 fields, with matches running from 8 AM to 8 PM.

Every year, we welcome between 8,000 and 10,000 visitors from across Europe. In the upcoming edition, we expect teams from Norway, Sweden, Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium, Spain, Poland, the Faroe Islands, Lithuania, and, of course, Denmark.

Each year, we have between 1,000 and 1,500 volunteers who help with various tasks, including:
- Cleaning the venue
- Serving breakfast and dinner
- Selling food at our stalls
- Staffing the information center, welcoming guests

Description of work:
As a volunteer at the Aalborg City Cup, you will play an essential role in making one of Northern Europe’s largest youth football tournaments a success. Each year, around 300 teams and 8,000–10,000 visitors come from across Europe to participate in and watch the games. To ensure the event runs smoothly, volunteers will help in various areas, including event setup, food service, information support, and venue maintenance. Your tasks will change throughout the day, keeping things dynamic and engaging! On the first day, you’ll sit down with the host to create a work plan and choose the assignments that interest you most—so be sure to read about the different tasks in advance. That way, you can hit the ground running and make the most of your experience!

Event Area Setup
Before the tournament starts, volunteers will help prepare the event area. This includes marking and setting up the 21 football fields, arranging seating areas, and making sure that everything is in place for the opening of the tournament. Volunteers may also assist with setting up banners, signs, and equipment needed for the matches and fan areas. You can also assist in one of the many food trucks on the grounds. This task is ideal for those who enjoy working outdoors and don’t mind some physical work.
Work hours: 10:00 – 18:00

Food Hall Assistance
With thousands of players, coaches, and visitors attending, the food hall is a crucial part of the tournament. Volunteers will help serve breakfast and dinner to the participants, ensuring meals are distributed smoothly. This role involves organizing food trays, keeping the dining area clean, and assisting guests who have dietary restrictions or special requests. It’s a great opportunity to meet people from different countries while contributing to the overall hospitality of the event.
Work hours: 06:00 – 22:30, which is divided between breakfast serving from 06:00-10:30 and dinner serving from 16:00-20:00

Information Center Support
The information center is the heart of the event’s organization, where teams and guests can come for assistance. Volunteers will be responsible for checking in teams upon arrival, handing out tournament schedules, answering general questions, and helping lost guests find their way around. This role requires good communication skills and a friendly attitude, as volunteers will interact with international visitors and ensure they have a great experience at the tournament.
Work hours:
17:00 – 22:00 (on Wednesday)
09:00-22:00 (on Thursday, Friday and Saturday).

Cleaning & Maintenance
To keep the event area welcoming for players and visitors, volunteers will help with regular cleaning and waste management throughout the tournament. This includes collecting trash, ensuring restrooms and common areas are clean, and keeping the playing fields tidy. This task is crucial in maintaining a professional and enjoyable atmosphere for everyone attending the Aalborg City Cup.
Work hours: Varies based on need

Vestre Fjordvej 15, 9000 Aalborg, Denmark

Description of location and leisure:
Aalborg is Denmark’s fourth-largest city, known for its vibrant cultural scene, rich history, and beautiful waterfront along the Limfjord. The city offers a mix of modern attractions and historical landmarks, such as:

-Aalborg Tower
-Utzon Center
-Aalborg Zoo
-Jomfru Ane Gade

Aalborg is also home to various parks, museums, and a lively student community, making it a great place to explore during leisure time.

Since the camp is short, there won’t be a full free day off, but there will be some free time to relax and enjoy the experience. Volunteers are expected to work a minimum of six hours per day, ensuring that we make the most of our time together while still having moments to unwind.

Meeting Point and Time: Meeting point and time:
Vestre Fjordvej 15, 9000 Aalborg on May 12th at 12:00.

You mustn't arrive after 15:00, as no one will be available to receive you. If you plan to arrive the day before, we might be able to accommodate you before 15:00 on May 11th, but this is not guaranteed. Please inform us in advance if this option works better for you, and we will see what we can do.

Departure:
The camp ends on June 2, 2025, with departure set for 14:00.

Arrival at Aalborg Airport:
To reach the meeting point on time, your flight must arrive no later than 11:00 on the first camp day. From the airport, take an RE train to Aalborg Vestby St., then transfer to Bus 2 and get off at Vestre Fjordvej. From there, it is a five-minute walk to the meeting point. The total travel cost is approximately 5€.

Arrival at Copenhagen Airport:
Your flight must land no later than 8:00 on the first camp day, which means you will reach the meeting point after 12:00 but before 15:00. From the airport, take a direct RE train to Aalborg Vestby St., then transfer to Bus 2, getting off at Vestre Fjordvej. The final walk to the meeting point takes around five minutes, and the total travel cost is approximately 70€.

Further details on travel arrangements, including how to purchase train and bus tickets, will be provided in your info sheet after acceptance.

If you are unable to arrive at the meeting point on time, please consider arriving a day early and booking a hostel.
The nearest airport: AAL
The nearest terminal (train-, bus-, taxi station): Aalborg Vestby St.

Description of accommodation and food:
Sleeping + bathroom facilities:
The exact accommodation is not yet confirmed, but volunteers will either stay at a local school or a community house. If the group stays at a local school, the host will provide mattresses and sleeping bags, and there will be access to a bath and toilet. If the group stays at a community house, the host will also provide mattresses and sleeping bags. The bath and toilet will be located just across the street, and there will be a kitchen available for making snacks.

Meals + kitchen facilities:
All meals will be provided through a small token system, which can be used at food trucks. In some cases, meals will be shared with other staff, creating a great opportunity to connect over food.

English

* 현장납부비용 : 100 EUR
Number of total volunteers: 8
Number of places available for male volunteers: 4
Number of places available for female volunteers: 4
Maximum number of volunteers per nationality: 2
Maximum number of teenager volunteers: 0
Maximum number of national (local) volunteers: 0
Extra fee: 100 EUR
First Language: English
Participation of volunteers with disabilities: No
Available vegetarian food: Yes

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Description of the partner organizing/hosting the project:
Finnish Development NGOs Fingo is the umbrella organisation of Finnish civil society organisations engaged in development cooperation and global citizenship education. Fingo and its member organisations promote sustainable development and global justice and work to make life fairer everywhere. Fingo organizes the yearly World Village Festival which is Finland s leading event for global action for the whole family, a free cultural festival and a trade fair for sustainable development. World Village raises global challenges and solutions, increases understanding and provides concrete ways to take action to create change. The program will consist of concerts, discussions, and workshops. In the festival area different organisations and institutions and other actors present their work.This camp is a part of the project European Youth in Action: policymakers for climate justice, supported by the CERV programme, improving competences in concrete actions for climate justice. The horizontal theme of this camp is greenwashing.

Description of work:
World Village Festival is committed to continually improving its environmental efforts. The festival strives to minimize waste and is committed to recycling. The volunteers of the festival are carrying out several different tasks. The first three days the festival area is built up. This means carrying fences and tables, setting up tents, installing signs and banners and helping with area decoration. During the festival days many volunteers are needed in the team which keeps the festival area tidy and in the recycling team which takes care that the different types of litter end in the right containers. After the festival, volunteers work with take-down work such as taking down banners, signs and decorations.

Description of location and leisure:
The camp happens in Helsinki, the active and vibrant capital of Finland.

[Travel Information]
The nearest airport: HEL in Helsinki,Finland
The nearest terminal (train-, bus-, taxi station): Helsinki
Meeting Point and Time: The closest airport is Helsinki-Vantaa. Helsinki can be reached by ferry from Tallinn and Stockholm.

Description of accommodation and food:
The volunteers will stay in simple shared accommodation. During the working days meals will be provided while breakfast and dinner will be prepared by the volunteers together in groups. The food will be mostly plant-based.

English

First Language: English
Second Language: English
Available vegetarian food: Yes
Description of specific requirements: The volunteers need travel insurance for the duration of their stay. The EYA project is primarily targeted to European volunteers but open for all. Green travelling is encouraged. Volunteers traveling by land (bus or train) for most of their journey will be eligible for a travel grant up to 100euro.

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개인 위생을 위해 개인용 침낭을 반드시 준비하시기 바랍니다.

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Description of the partner organizing/hosting the project:
Aalborg City Cup was first held in 2004 and has since grown into a large international tournament with around 300 teams each year, featuring boys and girls aged 9 to 18.
The tournament takes place on Aalborg Freja’s 21 fields, with matches running from 8 AM to 8 PM.
Every year, we welcome between 8,000 and 10,000 visitors from across Europe. In the upcoming edition, we expect teams from Norway, Sweden, Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium, Spain, Poland, the Faroe Islands, Lithuania, and, of course, Denmark.
Each year, we have between 1,000 and 1,500 volunteers who help with various tasks, including:
- Cleaning the venue
- Serving breakfast and dinner
- Selling food at our stalls
- Staffing the information center, welcoming guests

Description of work:
As a volunteer at the Aalborg City Cup, you will play an essential role in making one of Northern Europe’s largest youth football tournaments a success. Each year, around 300 teams and 8,000–10,000 visitors come from across Europe to participate in and watch the games. To ensure the event runs smoothly, volunteers will help in various areas, including event setup, food service, information support, and venue maintenance. Your tasks will change throughout the day, keeping things dynamic and engaging! On the first day, you’ll sit down with the host to create a work plan and choose the assignments that interest you most—so be sure to read about the different tasks in advance. That way, you can hit the ground running and make the most of your experience!
Event Area Setup
Before the tournament starts, volunteers will help prepare the event area. This includes marking and setting up the 21 football fields, arranging seating areas, and making sure that everything is in place for the opening of the tournament. Volunteers may also assist with setting up banners, signs, and equipment needed for the matches and fan areas. You can also assist in one of the many food trucks on the grounds. This task is ideal for those who enjoy working outdoors and don’t mind some physical work.
Work hours: 10:00 – 18:00
Food Hall Assistance
With thousands of players, coaches, and visitors attending, the food hall is a crucial part of the tournament. Volunteers will help serve breakfast and dinner to the participants, ensuring meals are distributed smoothly. This role involves organizing food trays, keeping the dining area clean, and assisting guests who have dietary restrictions or special requests. It’s a great opportunity to meet people from different countries while contributing to the overall hospitality of the event.
Work hours: 06:00 – 22:30, which is divided between breakfast serving from 06:00-10:30 and dinner serving from 16:00-20:00
Information Center Support
The information center is the heart of the event’s organization, where teams and guests can come for assistance. Volunteers will be responsible for checking in teams upon arrival, handing out tournament schedules, answering general questions, and helping lost guests find their way around. This role requires good communication skills and a friendly attitude, as volunteers will interact with international visitors and ensure they have a great experience at the tournament.
Work hours:
17:00 – 22:00 (on Wednesday)
09:00-22:00 (on Thursday, Friday and Saturday).
Cleaning & Maintenance
To keep the event area welcoming for players and visitors, volunteers will help with regular cleaning and waste management throughout the tournament. This includes collecting trash, ensuring restrooms and common areas are clean, and keeping the playing fields tidy. This task is crucial in maintaining a professional and enjoyable atmosphere for everyone attending the Aalborg City Cup.
Work hours: Varies based on need

Description of location and leisure:
Aalborg is Denmark’s fourth-largest city, known for its vibrant cultural scene, rich history, and beautiful waterfront along the Limfjord. The city offers a mix of modern attractions and historical landmarks, such as:
-Aalborg Tower
-Utzon Center
-Aalborg Zoo
-Jomfru Ane Gade
Aalborg is also home to various parks, museums, and a lively student community, making it a great place to explore during leisure time.
Since the camp is short, there won’t be a full free day off, but there will be some free time to relax and enjoy the experience. Volunteers are expected to work a minimum of six hours per day, ensuring that we make the most of our time together while still having moments to unwind.

[Travel Information]
The nearest airport: AAL in Aalborg,Denmark
The nearest terminal (train-, bus-, taxi station): Aalborg Vestby St.
Meeting Point and Time: Meeting point and time: Vestre Fjordvej 15, 9000 Aalborg on May 12th at 12:00. You mustn't arrive after 15:00, as no one will be available to receive you. If you plan to arrive the day before, we might be able to accommodate you before 15:00 on May 11th, but this is not guaranteed. Please inform us in advance if this option works better for you, and we will see what we can do. Departure: The camp ends on June 2, 2025, with departure set for 14:00. Arrival at Aalborg Airport: To reach the meeting point on time, your flight must arrive no later than 11:00 on the first camp day. From the airport, take an RE train to Aalborg Vestby St., then transfer to Bus 2 and get off at Vestre Fjordvej. From there, it is a five-minute walk to the meeting point. The total travel cost is approximately 5€. Arrival at Copenhagen Airport: Your flight must land no later than 8:00 on the first camp day, which means you will reach the meeting point after 12:00 but before 15:00. From the airport, take a direct RE train to Aalborg Vestby St., then transfer to Bus 2, getting off at Vestre Fjordvej. The final walk to the meeting point takes around five minutes, and the total travel cost is approximately 70€. Further details on travel arrangements, including how to purchase train and bus tickets, will be provided in your info sheet after acceptance. If you are unable to arrive at the meeting point on time, please consider arriving a day early and booking a hostel.

Description of accommodation and food:
Sleeping + bathroom facilities:
The exact accommodation is not yet confirmed, but volunteers will either stay at a local school or a community house. If the group stays at a local school, the host will provide mattresses and sleeping bags, and there will be access to a bath and toilet. If the group stays at a community house, the host will also provide mattresses and sleeping bags. The bath and toilet will be located just across the street, and there will be a kitchen available for making snacks.
Meals + kitchen facilities:
All meals will be provided through a small token system, which can be used at food trucks. In some cases, meals will be shared with other staff, creating a great opportunity to connect over food.

English

* 현장납부비용 : 100 EUR
Extra fee: 100 EUR
First Language: English
Available vegetarian food: Yes

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개인 위생을 위해 개인용 침낭을 반드시 준비하시기 바랍니다.

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Description of the partner organizing/hosting the project:
For decades EstYES has been working with eco-farms around Estonia showing solidarity and respect to their work and supporting local people, who keep agricultural traditions and develop eco-farming in Estonia. Organic farm Kingu is one of them. This is a berry, fruit and vegetable micro-farm in the South Estonia. The main berry crops are raspberries, various currants, gooseberries, Japanese quince, but also the grow garlic and rhubarb. Everything is grown in an environmentally sustainable way using straw and hay. The farm promotes sustainable lifestyle, and this camp is offered to volunteers who appreciate and share its values, want to learn and help hard working people

Description of work:
The main task is harvesting various berries and vegetables such as rhubarb, currants, raspberries, Japanese quince, helping juice making and products packaging. But there is also weed control and fertilization with mulch in plantations, mowing grass, cutting branches, removal of bushes and wood chipping, assistance in the construction of various small buildings, vegetable beds and other necessary structures on the site, painting as well. Also, there is ongoing work of planting seeds. Some days work will be done at neighbouring Jariste wine farm https://jaristeveinitalu.com/en that produces wine and cider from Estonian grapes, berries, fruits and apples in the historic tavern of Luke manor. It is one of the few in Estonia who make wine from grapes grown in our own vineyard. So, the work is grapevine care (pruning, tying up), apple tree and field grape care (pruning, weeding), and other work in plantation. Work hours are 6-7 hours/ day for 4-5 days/ week, and it largely depends on season and weather conditions.

Description of location and leisure:
LocationThe farm is located in Kanepi municipality just 11 km from Otepaa and 47 km from Tartu. When coming from Tallinn or Tartu, choose a bus going to Voru and get off at the Saverna stop. Knowing your arrival time and place hosts will pick you up from there. Bus information is on www.tpilet.ee or www.luxexpress.ee. The farm is located in the tiny village of Aiaste. It is important to understand that it is calm and quiet place, there are no events in the village. But it is possible to watch animals like deer on the field, foxes in a strawberry bed and storks. While sitting by the fire at night, enjoy stars in the sky and listen to the nature sounds by animals such as badgers or raccoons. This makes the place ideal for nature lovers who want to escape from busy life of big cities for a couple of weeks.Leisure timeIt is possible to swim, make a bonfire, play volleyball, disc golf and other games or go for mushroom picking if you like it. There is a swimming lake in Valgjarv 4 km away. You can use various hiking trails. If interested you can visit nearby farms where you can get to know horses, sheep and other animals and see many other interesting things. The host plans to take participants for car trip around South Estonia. It is possible to visit Tartu. It takes just 40 min by regular bus and there are a lot of things to discover in this historical university town https://visittartu.com/

[Travel Information]
The nearest airport: TLL in Tallinn,Estonia
The nearest terminal (train-, bus-, taxi station): Saverna
Meeting Point and Time: TBC

Description of accommodation and food:
AccommodationFarm life conditions are simple but decent. Sleeping is in a separate house in beds. Bed sheets, blankets and pillows are provided, so no need to bring a sleeping bag. There is outdoor kitchen with all necessary equipment. Volunteers can make breakfast and lunch themselves, and dinner will be prepared by and taken with the family. Washing is in the traditional sauna with no shower. There is a dry organic toilet. Volunteers have to take care of their surroundings by cleaning up after themselves.

English

* 현장납부비용 : 60 EUR
Extra fee: 60 EUR
First Language: English
Second Language: English
Available vegetarian food: Yes
Description of specific requirements: Special requirementsYou have to be open-minded and be able to adapt to the simple conditions of the rural life being ready to do farm work which can be demanding sometimes. The minimum age of participants is 20, no upper limitNB It is possible to stay for several shifts in a row.Participation feeWe ask participants to contribute 60 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 a solution.

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Description of the partner organizing/hosting the project:
ProjectThis project is organized for local children by The Language School In Down-Town and the non-profit educational association Alternative Language Programs Satellite (ALPS) as part of their annual activities on multicultural issues for youth. Some international teenage participants may join. The common project s aim is to introduce the diversity of world cultures to children and provide them with good practices in intercultural communication using the learning-by-doing method and organizing alternative English language practice. The project gets youngsters familiar with customs and traditions of the countries from all over the world and encourages them to develop their cross-cultural thinking and tolerance as well as global thinking and individual initiative. This summer we offer you to participate in our project called LANDSCAPES . We invite volunteers to support our camp participants learning about a new trend of ecosystems in nature, society, technologies, economy, politics and human relationships. Together, we plan to find out how these complex deeply interwoven ecosystems shape the way we live, learn and thrive, and what those competences are that empower humans to understand, navigate, and positively influence them. Camp participants will try to develop their strategies for a holistic, interconnected view of the world and gain ideas on how not just to survive in a complex world - but to help reshape it toward greater justice, sustainability, and flourishing for all 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.NB It is possible and you are welcome to apply for 2 shifts in a row EST DT1 EST DT2 or EST DT3 EST DT4

Description of work:
Activating kids in the city camp and providing them with cross-cultural learning experience based on the theme of the year announced above. Volunteers will do it by using various informal methods of teaching as well as small group techniques. The activities to be held by a team of volunteers may include the following: playing the games and performing music that are popular in the countries the volunteers represent; training kids to perform pieces of amateur drama; preparing festivals; providing intellectual and sport games as well as discussions; preparing quests to combine with excursions round the places of interest; organizing actions for peace and nature; leading and supporting kids in their work on the team projects within the topics related to the main theme of the summer. Volunteers are responsible for the day activities in the camp. The work can be quite demanding, involving long working hours, requiring high level of commitment and responsibility. You will stay with campers from 10:00 to 17:00 (45-minute lunch is included) and spend about another hour to prepare and finalize next day activities and feedback. Working days are from Monday to Saturday; Sundays are days off except the one after arrival. The local participants are mainly youngsters from minority groups of Tallinn whose family s languages include Russian. Based on the previous year, we expect a

Description of location and leisure:
LocationCamp takes place in the school that is situated in the center of Tallinn, Estonian capital www.visittallinn.ee/eng ArrivalA volunteer is expected to arrive to the camp location before 20:00 on a day the shift starts (namely, Friday 12/06/2026; Friday 26/06/2026; Friday 24/07/2026; Friday 07/08/2026). Please make sure that you are at school on time and choose to arrive one day before in case there is no flight to be taken to arrive by 20:00 on your first project day.Leisure timeThere are a lot of possibilities for leisure time activities as the camp takes place in the capital where one can find attractions for all tastes: sightseeing and museums, festivals, concerts, live music, pubs, etc. The camp provides an excellent opportunity to establish contacts with young Estonians and to experience the local life.

[Travel Information]
The nearest airport: TLL in Tallinn,Estonia
The nearest terminal (train-, bus-, taxi station): Tallinn
Meeting Point and Time: In the School at the arrival day

Description of accommodation and food:
AccommodationThe 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 volunteers accommodation that includes several separate dormitory bedrooms, a fitted kitchen, a small dining area, a large shower area and two separate toilet cabins. Bed linen, towels, pillows and blankets will be provided, so you do NOT need to bring a sleeping bag. For the reasons of security, volunteers will be issued only one set of keys. To facilitate a smooth and safe environment at school during the off-hours, the 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 from midnight until 09:00 a.m. the access to the building will be closed. Catering will be organized by the school on an agreement with the volunteers (meals times, provided or volunteers cook, etc.)Please note: 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 workcamp dates, we can help you to book a hostel in Tallinn.

English

* 현장납부비용 : 60 EUR
Extra fee: 60 EUR
First Language: English
Second Language: English
Available vegetarian food: Yes
Description of specific requirements: Special requirementsYou have to be really motivated to work with kids. Please provide a letter of your motivation along with the application form. Please note that before making a final decision about your participation in the camp, the project coordinator will have a video interview with you. Any experience of working with children is an advantage. Your ideas and actual preparation to do the activities for kids are essential, so a successful volunteer will be required to meet the team online to discuss and complete some preliminary preparation. We ask you to bring some materials: postcards, posters, symbols of your country, music or popular national games etc., which can be used during your country presentation. We expect active volunteers with a good knowledge of history and culture of their country as well as with an ability and wish to present it to others in a creative way. B2 level of English is required. The age of volunteers is from 20 to 30. NB Due to volunteers work with minors, we expect them to provide a criminal clearance and a doctor s check certificate. Please make sure that you have a travel insurance certificate before arrival as well.Participation feeWe ask participants to contribute 60 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 it, please contact your sending organization for a solution.

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Description of the partner organizing/hosting the project:
Open Houses is a non-profit network that has organised international volunteer workcamps and building projects at historic sites in Germany since the mid-1980s. Its work is rooted in the idea of opening historic places as spaces for common responsibility, intercultural exchange, and non-commercial encounter.

The organisation supports the revitalisation and long-term care of historic buildings and cultural landscapes through volunteer engagement, focusing on everyday maintenance, small-scale renovation, and community-based use of heritage sites. Rather than acting as a sole operator, Open Houses works as an initiator and facilitator, cooperating with site owners, local actors, and partner organisations.

At Lohra Castle, Open Houses coordinates volunteer-based site care and ensures that the castle remains a living place for cultural activities, educational initiatives, and international exchange. The organisation provides overall project coordination, accommodation, work supervision, and group support throughout the workcamp.

Description of work:
Volunteers will take part in seasonal maintenance and site care activities that support the everyday functioning and long-term preservation of Lohra Castle and its surrounding grounds. The work focuses on keeping the historic ensemble and its open spaces accessible, safe, and well maintained.

Tasks include mowing and collecting overgrown grass, clearing organic material from paths and public areas, maintaining open spaces around the castle buildings, and assisting with the cleaning and upkeep of communal halls and shared facilities.

Although the project does not involve technical heritage conservation, the work plays an essential role in sustainable heritage management. Through their contribution, volunteers support the continued use of the castle for cultural, educational, and community activities, whose income is reinvested into conservation and restoration programmes.

Burg Lohra

Description of location and leisure:
Lohra Castle is located in northern Thuringia, close to the Harz low mountain range, in a rural area characterised by forests, hills, and protected natural landscapes. The castle has medieval origins dating back to the 11th century and developed over several centuries from a fortified complex into a mixed residential and agricultural ensemble. Notable features include a Romanesque double-floored chapel from the 12th century, traces of medieval fortifications and towers, a Renaissance-era manor house, and later farm buildings from the 19th and early 20th centuries. After decades of abandonment, the site has been gradually revitalised since the 1990s and today functions as a place for cultural activities, education, and volunteer-based site care.

The next small towns are Bleicherode (approx. 6 km) and Nordhausen (approx. 20 km). The castle stands slightly above the surrounding villages and is reached via a forest road and walking paths.

The workcamp takes place in a quiet, countryside setting. Volunteers should not expect urban leisure infrastructure, but rather a nature-oriented environment and simple village surroundings. In their free time, participants can go for walks or hikes in the protected natural area, relax at the castle, or organise informal group activities such as games, music evenings, campfires, or shared cooking.

Depending on the group’s interests, short excursions to nearby towns or cultural sites can be organised together during the stay.

Meeting Point and Time: The meeting point is the bus stop Großlohra – Friedrichslohra / Wartehalle.

If you arrive by train, travel to Gebra / Hainleite railway station. From the station, walk a few metres in the direction of the village to the nearby bus stop and take bus 29 in the direction of Nordhausen. Get off at Friedrichslohra / Wartehalle.

If you miss the bus, it is possible to walk from Gebra / Hainleite towards the castle area (approx. 1 hour). The route includes a steep uphill section, therefore light and easy-to-carry luggage is strongly recommended.

Detailed arrival information and exact arrival times will be sent to selected volunteers in advance.
The nearest airport: BER
The nearest terminal (train-, bus-, taxi station): Nearest train station: Gebra / Hainleite (approx. 5 km)
Nearest bus stop: Großlohra – Friedrichslohra / Wartehalle (approx. 1 km)

Further rail connections are available via Nordhausen (approx. 20 km).

Description of accommodation and food:
Volunteers will be accommodated in small historic service buildings within the castle complex, in shared rooms with simple but adequate facilities. Rooms are arranged for 2–5 people. Showers and toilets are available, with limited hot water. The overall living conditions are basic, reflecting the historic character of the site.

A fully equipped communal kitchen is located in a separate historic building near the accommodation. Meals are prepared collectively as part of community life, and each participant will be involved in cooking during the stay. Volunteers are encouraged to bring recipes from their home countries to share food traditions with the group.

Accommodation and food during the project are provided by the hosting organisation. Any participation fees charged by sending organisations are not transferred to the host and remain with the sending organisation.

English

Number of total volunteers: 14
Number of places available for male volunteers: 14
Number of places available for female volunteers: 14
Maximum number of volunteers per nationality: 3
Maximum number of teenager volunteers: 1
Maximum number of national (local) volunteers: 14
First Language: English
Participation of volunteers with disabilities: No
Available vegetarian food: Yes

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Volunteers should be motivated to take part in physically active outdoor work and be prepared for simple living conditions in a rural environment. Flexibility, a cooperative attitude, and willingness to participate in everyday community tasks (such as cooking and cleaning) are essential.

The work takes place in all weather conditions, including rain and cooler days. Participants should bring appropriate clothing and sturdy work shoes.

The project is suitable for volunteers who are interested in heritage, nature, and community life, and who are open to intercultural exchange. Previous experience is not required.

Description of the partner organizing/hosting the project:
The camp is organized by Lunaria in collaboration with Giovani Insieme. The association is composed of young people for young people founded in October 1998 in Carignano with the aim of protecting, promoting and enhancing artistic, historical and architectural heritage, nature and the environment, by proposing summer work camps for young volunteers from all over Europe.

Description of work:
Volunteers will work with children aged 6 to 13 (Italian-speaking) at the village summer camp from Monday to Friday. The camp will focus on the theme of peace in different countries, culminating in a presentation for the final show. The local volunteer team will provide translation support for the international volunteers, but flexibility is encouraged. To enrich the experience of cultural exchange, volunteers are invited to discuss topics such as peace and conflict in the history of their countries and to teach the children typical songs or dances from their own traditions.
Once a week, the volunteers will visit a retirement home to present their countries and share their cultures. An alternative activity will take place in a protected area, where volunteers will help cut bamboo to safeguard endemic vegetation.
Additionally, some families from Carignano will host volunteers for home dinners, offering a chance to experience local culture and daily life firsthand.

Description of location and leisure:
The town of Carignano, with a population of around 9,000, is situated in the countryside on the left bank of the Po River, approximately 20 km from Turin, within the River Regional Park. Its historic centre reflects a typical Piedmontese style, featuring a medieval core with archways and a baroque cathedral. The surrounding area is rich in both architectural and natural attractions.
In their free time, volunteers can enjoy a variety of activities, such as exploring Carignano’s open market or taking part in local events. On weekends, the group will have the opportunity to visit Turin, including highlights such as the Egyptian Museum, the Cinema Museum, the MAO Museum of Oriental Art, and the city’s beautiful Savoyard centre.
Please note that the costs of free-time activities are not covered by the project.

[Travel Information]
The nearest airport: TRN in Torino (Turin),Italy
The nearest terminal (train-, bus-, taxi station): Closest train/bus station : Villastellone train station

Description of accommodation and food:
Volunteers will be hosted in an ancient building under restoration with beds, communal bathrooms with 2 showers and hot water and a kitchen. Bedrooms are provided with 4 to 6 beds per room. The volunteers are responsible for the cleaning and cooking, except for lunch during the working days, since they will eat pasta together with the kids of the summer camp. Food is provided by the host organization.
Volunteers must be equipped with their own sleeping bag (or bed sheets), pillowcase and towels.

English

First Language: English

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