Description of the partner organizing/hosting the project:

A non-profit organisation runs the Dana Cup, and the event is one of the world's largest international youth soccer tournaments.

Every year, in the last week of July, the soccer tournament brings together around 20.000 young people between 12-19 years old and their coaches. They come to Hjørring in northern Denmark from 45 different nations, representing 1000 football teams.

Dana Cup Week brings a great party in Hjørring and the atmosphere is amazing! It is the fifth Work Camp at this huge sports event, and it was a great experience in 2018, 2019, 2022 and 2023. We are very excited for another camp in 2024.

Please read more about the event on their website: www.danacup.com.

Description of work:

This Work Camp is held during the Dana Cup, and there are therefore plenty of tasks that will ensure the event will run smoothly.
Work Camp participants must help with the establishment of an event area, catering for 20.000 football players as well as practical tasks such as painting accommodation cabins and maintaining outdoor areas.

During the two weeks of Work Camp, you will assist with general support and logistics before the tournament begins, maintenance of outdoor- and indoor areas, cleaning, kitchen assistance, event creations and reparation of dormitories in Dana Cup Town.

The work is expected to be arranged in two shifts from 08:00-21:00.

Description of location and leisure:

During your stay in Northern Jutland, you will have time to explore some unique nature and attractions in Denmark. You can, for example, arrange a day trip to Skagen, the most Northern tip of Denmark where two oceans meet. Skagen is famous for the special light which has attracted many painters, cosy yellow and red houses and much more. You can also visit the city of Hjørring, or take a day trip to Aalborg.
One of the neighbouring towns called Hirtshals has the biggest Aquarium in Northern Europe. And in another neighbouring town is the biggest summer amusement park in Denmark.

Your Work Camp leaders will help you and the group with organising activities in your spare time. It is free to enjoy the beautiful nature of Northern Jutland, but some activities might require an extra charge. The host will not cover additional charges.

The nearest airport: AAL in Aalborg,Denmark
The nearest terminal (train-, bus-, taxi station): Hjørring East train station or Hjørring train station
Meeting Point and Time: Meeting Point and Time: Børge Christensens Vej 5, 9800 Hjørring On July 16th between 10:00-13:00. If you arrive outside these hours, just let the host know, so that they can plan after it. The meeting point is 20 min. walk from Hjørring East Station, or a 25 min. walk from Hjørring Station. It is also possible to take a local bus from both spots. Arrival at Aalborg Airport: To make it to your meeting point in time, your flight must arrive no later than 13:30 on the first camp day. From the airport, you take a bus or train to Lindholm St. The bus departs every 30 min. From there, you can take the train to Hjørring East St. The train departs every hour. From Hjørring East St, it is a 20 min. walk to the meeting point. Total travel time from the airport to the meeting point will be approximately 60-90 min. The travel cost from the airport to the meeting point is approx. 9€. Arrival at Copenhagen Airport: To make it to your meeting point in time, you will need to arrive the day before. From the airport, you take a direct train to Aalborg Station. The train departs every hour. From Aalborg Station, you take a train directly to Hjørring Station. From there, it is a 25 min. walk to the meeting point. It is also possible to take a local bus. Total travel time from the airport to the meeting point will be approximately 5 hours. The travel cost from the airport to the meeting point is approx. 60€. Further details on travel arrangements and purchasing of train/bus tickets will be provided in your infosheet after acceptance. If you are not able to make it in time to the meeting point, please consider arriving one day early and booking a hostel.

Description of accommodation and food:

Sleeping + bathroom facilities:
Participants are sleeping in tents, and we will provide the linens, duvet etc. Participants are of course welcome to bring their sleeping bags or similar if needed or wished upon. There are both baths and toilets available. Laundry facilities are available for free.

Meals + kitchen facilities:
The host will provide breakfast, lunch and dinner, and the volunteers will be eating with other volunteers and event participants. Vegetarian and vegan food will be provided.

English

Description of specific requirements: English will be the only language spoken. All participants must be willing to speak English, even though they are from the same country or have trouble with the English language. Try your best! Unfortunately, the job involves some physical work and therefore we cannot offer any work to volunteers with disabilities. Participants must be willing to do manual work, work that is for the most part outdoors.


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본 워크캠프 신청을 위해서는 영문지원동기서를 별도로 제출하셔야 합니다. 신청서의 Motivation과 별도로 해당 워크캠프 활동 내용을 바탕으로 구체적인 참가동기, 관련 경험 등을 영문으로 작성한 지원동기서(Motivation Letter)를 신청서 작성 시 첨부해주시기 바랍니다.
▶파일형식: Microsoft Word
▶파일이름: 워크캠프 코드-영문이름(ML)
(ex. EST08-Gildong_HONG(ML).docx)
▶분량: 1장(자유양식)
▶첨부방법: 신청서 상의 ATTACHING FILE에 첨부

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Age : 19-28

DESCRIPTION OF WORK: Come to our camp if you feel
that… Natural resources must be cared for, protected and
used in a responsible and rational way. In this field you
will be able to get started on a project to create an
ecosystem designed for the production of food and other
raw materials, where perennial plants such as trees,
shrubs, herbaceous plants and climbing plants interact
with garden species. This project will be developed in the
area around the “Villa Castora” hostel, located in a
privileged enclave on the way to the Roman Road in the
Sierra de Guadarrama. Why participate in our field? In the
field “Biological Balances in the Villa Castora Youth
Hostel”, volunteers will be able to design, using species
such as trees, bushes, etc., an ecologically sustainable
space in the surroundings of the “Villa Castora” youth
hostel, imitating a natural forest in terms of its diversity of
structure and functions. In addition, the construction of
an insect hotel will encourage the appearance of small
pollinators that will help increase the biodiversity of the
space. For 15 days, you will be able to enjoy a special
vacation, meeting people from other regions and
countries. Tasks specific to the field of volunteering ü
Analysis of areas to regenerate damaged ecosystems and
prepare the edible forest, cultivating shrubs, trees,
herbaceous plants and climbers. Design, assembly and
installation of information panels on biodiversity spaces:
vegetable garden, edible forest and insect hotel. ü
Installing an irrigation system on planted shrubs and
trees. Building an insect hotel: placing the boards. ü
Review and development of spaces to promote
biodiversity

Location: Rascafría

ACCOMODATION: Villa Castora Youth Hostel Ctra. of the
Dehesas, 29 28470 Cercedilla. Madrid

English

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개인 위생을 위해 개인용 침낭을 반드시 준비하시기 바랍니다.

Age : 19-30

Description of the partner organizing/hosting the project:

Esperanzah! is a festival that has been offering a varied programme of well-known and lesser-known artists since 2002. It takes place at Floreffe Abbey, between Charleroi and Namur in Belgium. It is organised by the Zah! Cooperative.



Esperanzah! Is a musical, festive and committed experience. As you enter the festival site, you wiill discover Esperanzah Island! You will have the chance to enjoy 7 musical stages and/or spaces dedicated to the street arts. The festival is designed for everyone, from the very young (children's village) to the very old.

Discover the world and take a tasty trip to the Comptoir des Saveurs, or make new connections by meeting the craftspeople and designers at Baz'Art.



The Esperanzah! festival is founded on strong values and principles of good conduct. They guide every aspect of the event.

Our aim has always been to celebrate artistic and cultural diversity while working towards a positive social, political and environmental impact. Social inequality and exclusion, poverty, discrimination and environmental damage are issues that we fight against in every choice we make.

Through collective spaces for reflection and exchange, we explore new perspectives on society. We encourage a society that is more respectful of the environment, more supportive, fairer, feminist, anti-capitalist, inclusive and anti-racist.

We want our values to be embraced by everyone involved, whether they are part of the organising team, festival-goers, artists, external service providers or volunteers.



More information (FR) on https://www.esperanzah.be/


Description of work:

The JAVVA team will be joining the environmental management team. It will mainly involve small work such as :

Assembling sorting islands

Dispatching recycling bins, cleaning materials and bin bags

Dispatch of voting ashtrays + hanging of voting phrases.



The environment team has its own workplace, The sorting centre, where they redo their atmospheres, so they are autonomous.



The days start at 9:00 am and finish at 5:00 pm.

The 3 days of the festival are 100% free.

Description of location and leisure:

The festival takes place at Floreffe Abbey, 8km from Namur.


The nearest airport: BRU in Brussels (Bruxelles),Belgium
The nearest terminal (train-, bus-, taxi station): Floreffe train station
Meeting Point and Time: The meeting point is at the Floreffe train station. From Zaventem (Brussels) Airport, take a train to Namur. Once in Namur, changed to another train to Floreffe. From Charleroi Airport, take a bus to Charleroi Gare Centrale and then a train to Floreffe. From Brussels Gare du Midi or Brussels Gare Central, take a train to Namur and then a train to Floreffe. Train timetables on: https://www.belgiantrain.be/fr Once in Floreffe Train Station you have to walk for about 25min to the workcamp site.

Description of accommodation and food:

Volunteers will sleep in a school, please bring a mattress and sleeping bag.
Meals will be provided 3 times a day during the site. During the 3 days of the festival, only one meal is provided. A vegetarian option is always provided, and in the event of allergies, a solution is generally possible.

First Language: French

Description of specific requirements: some knowledge of english or french.

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개인 위생을 위해 개인용 침낭을 반드시 준비하시기 바랍니다.

Short remarks for the project:
Please bring your matress and sleeping bag.

Description of the partner organizing/hosting the project:

The municipality of Eilenburg has been offering successful workcamps for more than 13 years now. The workcamp host has always been the youth club House 6 CLOUD, which is in former barracks. In the same building, you can find some more social, sports and cultural projects, for example a skate park. For further information, please visit https://www.haus6.org/
Eilenburg is a small town with a population of about 17,000 people. It is located on the edge of the “Dübener Heide“ and about 25 km from the exhibition city of Leipzig. Eilenburg can easily be described as one of the cradles of Saxony because of its more than thousand-year history. It was a rich city in medieval times and during the industrialization. At the time when Martin Luther lived, the brewery was Eilenburg’s main industry and in the 19th century it was a national center of the textile industry. At the end of the Second World War, in April 1945, Eilenburg was almost completely destroyed. The “Sorbenturm” is the only remaining part of the Ilburg that serves as a reminder of past rich times.
A path outside the castle wall connects the “Sorbenturm” with the “Amtshaus”, the former regional court. This path was renewed with the help of volunteers in the past workcamps

Description of work:

As in the workcamps of previous years, volunteers are welcome to support some renovation and maintenance work for social institutions in the town.
This year, we plan to build a mobile market stall, which can be used for events like a typical German Christmas market. This will include a workshop for woodworking and wood treatment. An experienced female carpenter will introduce and support you!
We also want to contribute to various landscape and nature conservation projects in Eilenburg and the surrounding area. This means working in nature and includes an interesting guided tour through the forest including a visit to a „Beaver castle”.
As a third task, volunteers are asked to renovate and beautify the outdoor facilities of the youth center. Tasks will be discussed with the group and divided according to your preferences

Description of location and leisure:

The leisure program is designed in collaboration with local youth groups and clubs in Eilenburg. The focus is on meeting and interacting with local young people. There are opportunities to participate in local sports (soccer, basketball, volleyball, skate park), and swimming is also possible in the nearby gravel pit. Also planned are a trip to Leipzig, including a canoe tour on the Pleiße/Elster River, and a day trip to Berlin. Upon request, a dinghy tour on the local Mulde River can also be arranged.
The volunteers will get to know the different forms of the youth cultures in Germany. They will also have the chance to improve their German language skills because the local adolescents are also involved in the projects

The nearest airport: LEJ in Leipzig,Germany
The nearest terminal (train-, bus-, taxi station): Eilenburg
Meeting Point and Time: Eilenburg via Halle

Description of accommodation and food:

The volunteers will live in the youth club “HOUSE6 Cloud” and can use all facilities of a well equipped youth centre. There is also a kitchen available for the group to cook together

English

Description of specific requirements: You should bring your own sleeping bags and sleeping mats. You will also need some work clothes, rain gear and sturdy shoes. Do not forget to bring a swimsuit. We will ask you to sign a self-declaration form regarding child and youth protection.

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Short remarks for the project:
You should bring your own sleeping bags and sleeping mats. You will also need some work clothes, rain gear and sturdy shoes. Do not forget to bring a swimsuit

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

Description of work:
Participants will also have to do various manual tasks to prepare the area around the arena. Gardening work is included Working time will be about 2-5 hours daily, excluding Saturdays and Sundays.

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

[Travel Information]
The nearest airport: FRA in Frankfurt,Germany
The nearest terminal (train-, bus-, taxi station): Lingenfeld
Meeting Point and Time: Weingarten Bus stop via Lingenfeld train station; details will be given later.

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

German, English

* 현장납부비용 : 200 EUR
Extra fee: 200 EUR
First Language: German
Second Language: English
Description of specific requirements: Extra fee includes language course and most activities: 200 Euro to be paid upon arrival (or to be transferred in advance).Please send your CV in the Europass format to your sending organisation
Documents the applicants have to provide: -

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Description of the partner organizing/hosting the project:

Radio Tonkuhle is the community radio station for Hildesheim and the surrounding area - a participatory radio station! People who want to can contribute their interests and thus create a diverse, colorful round-the-clock program.
https://www.tonkuhle.de/

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 workcamp 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.
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Description of work:

As part of the work camp, you will help shape the programme and get a good insight into the radio trade. You will learn how to use a reporting device, questioning techniques for interviews and studio technology. You will plan and create your own radio programmes, which you will present yourself. The workshop is led by professional radio editors. Your reports will focus on events from the ‘KulturRegionale 2025’ cultural festival, which takes place in Hildesheim from June to September. You are also welcome to bring along your favourite songs for a music programme!

escription of location and leisure:

Your accommodation is located in the centre of Hildesheim with its historic market square. There you can chill out on the Citybeach. Outdoor pool and barbecue area at Hohnsensea. Panoramic view from St Andrew's church tower. UNESCO World Heritage Sites St Michael's Church and St Mary's Cathedral. A city walk along the Rose Route takes you to the most beautiful corners of Hildesheim. The game reserve on the Steinberg and the vast landscape of the Osterberg nature reserve are well worth a walk. The capital of Lower Saxony, Hanover, can be reached in 30 minutes by train.

https://9staedte.de/en/hildesheim-unesco-world-heritage-city/
https://www.visit-hannover.com/Sehensw%C3%BCrdigkeiten-Stadttouren

The nearest airport: HAJ in Hannover,Germany
The nearest terminal (train-, bus-, taxi station): airport: Hannover or Hamburg, trainstation: Hildesheim
Meeting Point and Time: Meeting point and time: between 15:00 und 18:00 in the accommodation. It's just a 15-minute walk from the station through the pedestrian zone.

Description of accommodation and food:

Accommodation in the parish hall of St Andrew's parish. There you will find a well-equipped kitchen, a small common room for eating and socialising and a large common room for sleeping. You will sleep on air beds. Showers in the public Swimming pool “Wasserparadies”.The recording studio is a 15-minute walk away.
https://andreaskirche.wir-e.de/aktuelles

You cook together. Money for shopping will be provided for you. Vegetarian or vegan meals are possible. Please indicate any intolerances when registering.

English

* 현장납부비용 : EUR 395
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본 워크캠프 참가를 위해서는 참가비 외 현장납부비를 현장에서 외화로 직접 납부하셔야 합니다. 자세한 사항은 [국가별 참가비]를 참고해주세요
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Description of specific requirements: Good English language skills for the radio workshop. Knowledge of German is helpful for communicating with interview partners in the city. If possible, please also bring a laptop and headphones (or a tablet). These devices will be needed for editing the recordings.

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Age : 19-26

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

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

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

[Travel Information]
The nearest airport: ALC in Alicante,Spain
The nearest terminal (train-, bus-, taxi station): From Alicante Airport, take an ALSA direct bus to Altea Bus Station (approx. 1h 35min, €5–€8). Alternatively, use a Beniconnect shuttle (approx. €22, 1h 10min) or a taxi (50min, ~€80). You can also take the C-6 airport bus to Alicante, then TRAM L1 + L9 to Altea (~2h).
Meeting Point and Time: The meeting point will be on June 28th in Altea. Volunteers will need to reach the Santa Bárbara facilities by their own means. The exact address and directions will be provided in the Infosheet, and campleaders will be in contact throughout the day to support their arrival and orientation.

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

English

* 현장납부비용 : 50 EUR
[범죄경력조회서 제출안내(CGC: Certificate of Good Conduct)]
본 워크캠프는 합격 후 범죄 및 수사 경력을 증명하기 위해 범죄-수사경력회보서(Criminal Records Check Reply 또는 Certificate of Good Conduct)를 제출하셔야 합니다.

- 온라인 또는 경찰서에서 영문으로 발급
- 워크캠프 합격 후 2주 내에 국제워크캠프기구 및 현지 기관담당자에게 이메일 제출
- 회보서 원본을 워크캠프 현장에서 제출

Extra fee: 50 EUR
First Language: English
Participation of volunteers with disabilities: Yes
Available vegetarian food: Yes
Description of specific requirements: The extra fee has be paid by card ( in the exceptional cases we can accept bank transfer as well) 3 weeks before the camp as a confirmation of participation. If we don't recieve the fee and the flight/bus tickets of the volunteer, we will consider that she/he will not attending to project and we will give opportunity to other volunteers that are on the waiting list.
Documents the applicants have to provide: Criminal Record,

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Description of the partner organizing/hosting the project:

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

Description of work:

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

Description of location and leisure:

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

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

Description of accommodation and food:

Accommodation will be provided at the foundation's house, where you can either camp in a tent or sleep in the community space. The house has two separate restrooms with showers. Activities with the children take place outdoors in the yard, so if you need a short break and the group size allows it, you can rest in the sleeping area.

We will provide three meals a day (hot meals for lunch and dinner), with a vegetarian option available. Meals are always shared. Breakfast consists of cold food (e.g., sandwiches, boiled eggs, etc.), while lunch and dinner will be prepared together the night before. The weekly menu will be planned together during the preparatory meeting.

English

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


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본 워크캠프 신청을 위해서는 영문지원동기서를 별도로 제출하셔야 합니다. 신청서의 Motivation과 별도로 해당 워크캠프 활동 내용을 바탕으로 구체적인 참가동기, 관련 경험 등을 영문으로 작성한 지원동기서(Motivation Letter)를 신청서 작성 시 첨부해주시기 바랍니다.
▶파일형식: Microsoft Word
▶파일이름: 워크캠프 코드-영문이름(ML)
(ex. EST08-Gildong_HONG(ML).docx)
▶분량: 1장(자유양식)
▶첨부방법: 신청서 상의 ATTACHING FILE에 첨부

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

Description of the partner organizing/hosting the project:
Legambiente Lecco is made up of young and dynamic people, mostly under 30. The main activity of this local group is the management of an eco-hostel in Monte Barro Park in Galbiate. It is also involved in campaigns against food waste and clean-ups, it organizes Erasmus+ projects and promotes sustainable mobility with the project Piedibus in Lecco.

Description of work:
Volunteers will be asked to take care of pathways in the area surrounding Castello Dell’Acqua. These paths are very important because each of them leads to old mills and ethnographic sites. Moreover, being near to a natural park they are used by excursionists. Volunteers will have to cut and collect the grass, remove shrubs and assist local volunteers’ groups who are going to collaborate to the maintenance of the woods. In the period of time in which the camp will take place, some running competitions in the area might take place. Volunteers might be asked to signalize the paths and assist the organization of running competitions. The volunteers will be working for approximately 5 hours per day, depending also on the weather.

Description of location and leisure:
Volunteers will be shown all the places and costumes of the local farming culture. Teglio, a well-known locality famous for the making of Pizzoccheri, is near Castello dell’Acqua, as well as Tirano. People living in Castello dell’Acqua are really looking forward to welcoming volunteers from all over the world and will gladly help them with their tasks. The group will also enjoy some excursions in the surrounding woods.
The closest airports are: Milan Bergamo Airport, Milano Malpensa Airport and Milano Linate airport. From there you can take shuttle buses or a train called Malpensa express (from Malpensa airport) that will take you to Milano Centrale station. From there you have to take the train to Tirano (not Torino!!) and get off in Tresenda-Aprica-Teglio railway station. null

Description of accommodation and food:
Volunteers will be hosted in an apartment in the city hall of Castello dell'Acqua. The apartment has 8 beds but there is enough space to add a folding bed. The diet will be vegetarian.

English

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First Language: English
Description of specific requirements: In order to better enjoy this experience volunteers are required to have a great will to walk and work (such as hiking boots and mountain shirts, for example). Volunteers will be involved in working activities for about 30 hours per week, and will have to cook for themselves (the food will be provided). A basic knowledge of English language is also required.

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Description of the partner organizing/hosting the project:
Open Houses. is a non-profit organisation dedicated to the conservation and revitalisation of historic buildings through volunteer-driven initiatives. It emerged from grassroots efforts to restore abandoned heritage sites in East Germany and has since expanded into a European network fostering heritage conservation, cultural exchange, and community engagement.
The organisation believes that heritage should be actively lived, not just preserved as static monuments. By creating open spaces where people from diverse backgrounds can collaborate, Open Houses promotes a participatory approach to heritage conservation. Through international workcamps, training courses, and long-term volunteer programmes, participants engage in hands-on restoration, sustainable site management, and skill-building activities.
Volunteering is at the heart of Open Houses fostering a spirit of collective effort, learning, and cultural exchange. The organisation provides opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds to contribute to meaningful projects, offering hands-on experiences that promote teamwork, self-reliance, and cross-cultural understanding. Through workcamps, mid-term volunteering, and leadership programmes, participants develop practical skills, engage with local communities, and take an active role in maintaining shared spaces. By creating non-commercial, inclusive environments, Open Houses. encourages personal growth, social responsibility, and the strengthening of international networks based on collaboration and mutual respect.
As the parent organisation of European Heritage Volunteers, Open Houses also plays a key role in coordinating conservation projects across Europe, supporting grassroots initiatives, and advocating for heritage as a shared cultural responsibility beyond national borders.

Description of work:
Lohra Castle, with its centuries-old architecture and vast natural surroundings, is not only a site of historical significance but also a living, functioning place that requires continuous care and attention. This workcamp offers volunteers the opportunity to actively contribute to the sustainable management of the castle, ensuring that its grounds remain accessible, welcoming, and well preserved. While this workcamp does not involve hands-on heritage conservation interventions, it plays an equally essential role in the long-term care of the site, allowing future visitors and guests to experience and appreciate Lohra Castle as a harmoniously maintained historic and natural space.
The volunteers will engage in seasonal maintenance tasks, including mowing and collecting overgrown grass, clearing organic material from public areas, and ensuring that the castle’s open spaces remain well-kept. These tasks are crucial for the aesthetic and functional upkeep of the historic ensemble, preserving the visual integrity of the castle and its surroundings. The work also extends to the general maintenance of communal spaces and halls, contributing to the overall experience of visitors who use the castle for cultural events, educational programmes, and retreats. The income generated from these activities is directly reinvested into the castle’s conservation and educational projects, meaning that the work of volunteers directly supports heritage preservation efforts, even if not through conservation itself.
Beyond the practical tasks, the workcamp offers a unique and immersive experience. When the castle closes its doors to the public in the evenings, it becomes the volunteers' home, a place where they can experience the privilege of inhabiting a medieval site. In this way, they take on the role of stewards, caring for the space as if it were their own. The experience encourages a sense of responsibility, ownership, and connection to heritage, reinforcing the idea that heritage sites thrive not only through large-scale restoration projects but also through the daily care and

Description of location and leisure:
Lohra Castle, located in northern Thuringia, Germany, stands as one of the region’s most representative medieval fortifications located in the vicinity of important trade routes that connected the medieval world of central Europe. Though its present form is modest, the castle continues to command a striking position within the hilly landscape near a natural reserve. With a history spanning over a thousand years, the site reflects multiple layers of architectural evolution, shaped by shifting political, economic, and social contexts over the centuries.
The architectural ensemble of Lohra Castle presents a rich assortment of historical styles, with elements dating back to the 11th century. Among its most remarkable features is a Romanesque double-floored chapel from the 12th century, an exceptional structure that highlights early medieval religious architecture. Traces of medieval fortifications and towers, as well as a Renaissance-era manor house, further illustrate the site’s transformation from a medieval defensive stronghold into a more residential and agricultural complex.
Despite its historical significance, Lohra Castle was abandoned for several decades, leading to neglect and structural deterioration. In the 1990s, the site was rediscovered and revitalised through the efforts of Open Houses, which has since used the castle as a base for heritage conservation, cultural initiatives, and international collaboration. Today, it serves as a centre for hands-on restoration projects organised by Open Houses´ daughter organisation European Heritage Volunteers, as well as training courses organised by partner educational institutions, and volunteer-driven maintenance efforts such as this workcamp, welcoming participants from across the world to engage with its unique built heritage.

[Travel Information]
The nearest airport: BER in Berlin,Germany
The nearest terminal (train-, bus-, taxi station): Next towns: Bleicherode (6 km), Nordhausen (20 km), Erfurt (75 km) Region: Thuringia Next bus station: Großlohra, Friedrichslohra/Wartehalle Next railway stations: Gebra/Hainleite (5 km), Wolkramshausen (12 km). Next airports: Leipzig/Halle (LEJ, 155 km), Frankfurt/Main (FRA, 280 km), Berlin (BER, 300 km)
Meeting Point and Time: Information about the meeting point will be provided in the infosheet

Description of accommodation and food:
Accommodation at Open Houses projects reflects the organisation’s ethos of simplicity, shared responsibility, and community spirit. Volunteers stay in rustic but fair conditions, often within the historic sites they are helping to maintain. While the facilities are basic, they provide all essential necessities, including shared rooms, communal kitchens, and sanitary facilities. A key aspect of the experience is the collective preparation of meals—participants take turns cooking, introducing dishes from their home countries, and fostering a spirit of camaraderie through shared meals. This collaborative approach strengthens bonds among volunteers, making the experience as much about cultural exchange as it is about practical work. Food is fully provided as part of the programme, ensuring that volunteers do not face additional costs. Importantly, Open Houses does not use the fees participants pay to finance the projects; these funds remain with their sending organisations, reinforcing the programme’s non-commercial and volunteer-driven nature.

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First Language: English
Available vegetarian food: Yes
Documents the applicants have to provide:

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