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Periodo
Dove
Età
Codice
Contributo
Titolo
Treasures of Jewish Culture in Holesov
Periodo
15/07/2025 -
27/07/2025
Dove
Repubblica Ceca
Età
18-100
Codice
SDA 25-201
Contributo
140 € + 25
EUR
Lavoro
Most of the time volunteers will work at the Jewish cemetery and in the Shakhs synagogue where you will help with the maintenance of outdoor areas (cleaning pavements, weeding, cutting and raking grass, maintaining graveyards, etc.) You will also help with the preparation of the Jewish Culture Festival which takes place in Holesov during the workcamp (moving and installing various equipment for events etc.). The work can sometimes be moderately physically demanding. Please, bring suitable shoes and working clothes. You will also work on the weekend (because of the festival) but you will get enough time off on other days.
Luogo
Location: The project takes place in Holesov (12,000 inhabitants), a historical town located in the south-east of the Czech Republic. It is well known for its important Jewish heritage such as a rare synagogue from the 16th century or Holesov cemetery - an important place of pilgrimage for Jews. There is good phone coverage everywhere around the town, ATMs and pharmacies.
Free time: During the free time volunteers can go on a trip to the UNESCO site of Kromeriz, visit the pilgrimage hill of Hostyn or the open-air museum of folk architecture in Rymice. You will also have free entry to all cultural activities organized by the Cultural Center.
Study part: You will learn a lot about Jewish culture and its heritage through visiting local monuments and experiencing the Jewish Culture Festival (concerts, performances, films etc.). You will also have a chance to meet the local community during a barbecue or at a traditional lunch with the representatives of the community town.
Alloggio
Volunteers will be accommodated in a house near the workplace, sleeping on matrasses all together in one room. Please, bring a sleeping bag. There are 2 toilets in the acommodation, showers are apart in the castle complex approximately 500 meters from the accommodation. WIFI is not available in the building - only at the synagogue and the castle. Volunteers will cook meals together as a group. If you need to use washing machines, it can be arranged.
Requisiti e materiali
The extra fee covers costs of the project not covered by public funding (for example support for campleaders, administrative costs of iNEX-SDA). The fee is paid in advance electronically and non-refundable unless proof of severe obstacle (for example illness) is provided.
Info appuntamento
NEAREST AIRPORT: PRG
NEAREST STATION: Holešov Train station
Organizzatore
The workcamp is organised in cooperation with Municipal Cultural Center Holesov, a non-profit organization that manages most of the Jewish monuments in the city and organizes the Festival of Jewish Culture. The workcamp takes place in Holesov, a small Moravian town, known for its large pre- second world war Jewish community. There is an important Jewish heritage in Holesov – an old synagogue and also a grave of one of the greatest Jewish scholars - Rabbi Shakh. The goal of this workcamp is to maintain the Jewish cemetery, help with the organization of the festival and learn about Jewish heritage. At this workcamp, you will actively contribute to the achievement of United Nation Sustainable Development Goal 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities.
Titolo
CASTLE BECIN - 1
Periodo
15/07/2025 -
31/07/2025
Dove
Turchia
Età
18-35
Codice
GSM01
Contributo
140 € + 0
€
Lavoro
Becin Castle is an early Ottoman Castle on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Volunteers will be helping the professional excavation team will take part in unearthing the history, and also will be helping the environmental arrangement and cleaning of the site, maintenance, basic repairing work, and landscaping.
Due to the hot weather in the summer months, excavations usually start at early morning and end between 2 pm and 3 pm. There maybe changes in working program hours. The exact program will be available till the summer season. Due to the hot weather, work starts early in the morning and ends in the afternoon. Precautions such as sun-proof awnings are in place.
You are not expected to be experienced in this archaeological study, where you can witness history up close.
Luogo
Many activities await you in Mugla City, a city with full of touristic, historical and natural beauties. This region, full of ancient Greek, Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman heritages that you can visit, is also 45 minutes away from the sea. You can enjoy your free time with the excavation team and volunteers in this region where you can enjoy the sea, sand and sun. Plus, we will have educational workshops for you!
Alloggio
Volunteers will stay in the lodging belonging to the excavation directorate. There is air conditioning in the rooms. There is a toilet, bathroom, kitchen and dining hall. Volunteers can watch the stars on the terrace on dark nights. Breakfasts and dinners will be served at the lodge. Lunches will be served at the house in the excavation area. Volunteers will prepare their meals together with the excavation team.
Requisiti e materiali
-Passport Copy
-Criminal Record (CGC)
-Motivational Letter
-Tetanus Vaccine
Info appuntamento
NEAREST AIRPORT: IST
NEAREST STATION: Milas-Bodrum Airport is the closest airport. Dalaman Airport may be another option. You can also find transfer flights from Istanbul Airport or Sabiha Gokcen Airport (Istanbul). Milas Bus Station (Milas Bus Terminal) is the nearest terminal.
Organizzatore
This camp is organized with the official permission of the Ministry of Culture and in cooperation with the Istanbul Civilization University - Becin Castle Excavation Directorate (Prof. Dr. Kadir Pektas). For more information about Istanbul Civilization University, please visit: https://www.medeniyet.edu.tr/en
Titolo
Dana Cup 2025
Periodo
16/07/2025 -
28/07/2025
Dove
Danimarca
Età
18-28
Codice
MS06
Contributo
140 € + 0
€
Lavoro
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.
Luogo
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 Hj?rring, 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.
Alloggio
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.
Requisiti e materiali
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.
Info appuntamento
NEAREST AIRPORT: AAL
NEAREST STATION: Hj?rring East train station or Hj?rring train station
Organizzatore
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 Hj?rring in northern Denmark from 45 different nations, representing 1000 football teams.
Dana Cup Week brings a great party in Hj?rring 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.
Titolo
CECyTEG Worldwide Volunteer Chapter Mexico
Periodo
16/07/2025 -
29/07/2025
Dove
Messico
Età
18-99
Codice
VIVE25.01
Contributo
140 € + 0
€
Lavoro
During this workcamp, volunteers will restore 2 public schools and recover forested common areas nearby the chosen school. There will be also activities with Mexican communities and intercultural exchanges.
Luogo
León is the biggest city in Bajio area in Mexico. León has a large leather industry, making shoes, boots, belts, jackets, and other leather accessories for national and international markets.
This city hosts important national and international events like “Feria Internacional de León”, Hannover Messe, International Balloon Festival and World Rally Championship and a lot of short time experiences in the city.
During the visit, it will be possible to visit areas nearby such historic centre of the city, parks and monuments. There are malls and museums as well to visit during free time.
Alloggio
Volunteers will be staying at a facility provided by CECyTEG Highschool in a well-located place within the city. The facility is equipped with double rooms, several bathrooms, wifi, and recreational areas.
Requisiti e materiali
This camp is open to everyone who is sensible and open minded. It is crucial for the participants to respect, open to learning and appreciate the conditions of a different culture.
Info appuntamento
NEAREST AIRPORT: BJX
NEAREST STATION: León Bus Station
Organizzatore
Guanajuato’s State Technological and Scientific High school (CECyTEG) is a 41,000+ students community that leads education in Guanajuato by empowering academic participation in all sort of innovative, technological and scientific events and promoting as well social and personal habilities that result in a complete experience of the educational process.
CECyTEG has a Youngsters Network (Red de Jóvenes CECyTEG) where students develop leadership abilities such as social, academic, sport and cultural activities. As part of the international CECyTEG Youngsters Network plan, members rearrange all learnt abilities at international experiences like congresses, cultural exchanges with different cultures and workcamps.
The main aim of CECyTEG Worldwide Volunteer Chapter Mexico is to improve leadership through long lasting projects and social activities to provide international experiences with Mexican and worldwide communities.
Titolo
VJF Queeeeer Camp #2 Whole Festival
Periodo
16/07/2025 -
23/07/2025
Dove
Germania
Età
18-26
Codice
VJF25 5.5
Contributo
140 € + 0
€
Lavoro
The volunteers will support the Whole Festival Team in 6 hours shifts daily ( hours can variate) in the three phases of the festival ( building, executing, and dismantling). The shifts are variable and can include the following task: Support security, entrance management, waste management, the dismantling of festival equipment, decoration, production tasks, and many more all around the cosmos of this festival.
Luogo
During their leisure time, the volunteers are welcome to enjoy the unique atmosphere of the festival, and different educational workshops from topics around queerness, drag, and feminism to art. Ferropolis is right next to a lake which invites you to take a swim. During their leisure time the volunteers are free to match their needs with the given venue and opportunities all around the festival. Ferropolis is an old coal mine and is the perfect location for a great festival experience located next to a lake.
Alloggio
Please be aware that it is necessary to bring a tent as accommodation. The volunteers will sleep on the camping side in an area reserved especially for all volunteers of the festival. You need all the necessary camping equipment for the period of the work camp. Food will be given with three meals a day. Also drink water is accessible. Please be aware that all other food wishes need to be packed or can be organized privately ( supermarket 3 km away in the next village).
Requisiti e materiali
QUESTIONAIRE NEEDS TO BE FILLED OUT
https://forms.gle/3EAkDDX7bUgqdGZc6
Info appuntamento
NEAREST AIRPORT: LEJ
NEAREST STATION: Grafenhainchen
Organizzatore
------Please do not book your travel tickets yet, the dates might be changed slightly!------
Whole Festival - Queers United
A THREE-DAY ELECTRONIC MUSIC CAMPING FESTIVAL FEATURING A CROSS-SECTION OF BERLIN?S UNDERGROUND QUEER SCENE
We aim to create an inclusive environment that provides space for the acceptance of all gender expressions and sexual orientations but in a relaxing, outdoor environment outside of the hectic confines of the city. A multi-day camping festival where self-expression and self-liberation are paramount.
Considering today?s tumultuous and polarizing political climate, we find it necessary to create a refuge for those that oftentimes find themselves marginalized by the rest of society. WHOLE is an outdoor exercise in community building.
We've invited more international crews hoping to enhance & strengthen our sense of community beyond national borders. All genders are welcome to enjoy and create this unique atmosphere.
We are excited to build a strong, diverse and happy team of volunteers to create an unforgettable communal experience - pulling off a fierce festival is always a group effort. From building up to assisting festival goers during to tearing down after, we have many positions available. Put your expertise & social skills to work. Create community & be a part of our team!
Titolo
Komm mit auf die Insel: Umweltschutz in der Bretagne
Periodo
17/07/2025 -
27/07/2025
Dove
Francia
Età
14-18
Codice
ijgd - F.O.L. Île Ilur 2 (dt.-frz. Teenagecamp)
Contributo
140 € + 250
EUR
Lavoro
Strand, Natur und Wellenrauschen: kommt mit uns in die Bretagne!
Auf der "Ile Ilur" erlebt ihr ein Workcamp der besonderen Art: die Insel nur mit Hilfe eines privaten Boots zu erreichen. Als Teilnehmende unseres Workcamps aber bringen wir euch dieses einmalige Naturschutzgebiet im Golf von Morbihan näher :-). In einer Gruppe von französischen und deutschen Jugendlichen übernehmt ihr Aufgaben in den Bereichen von Umwelt-/Naturschutz und Erhaltung/Aufwertung des kulturellen Erbes. Hier ein paar Beispiele für mögliche Tätigkeiten eurerseits auf der Insel:
o Strand säubern/pflegen
o Pflanzen pflegen / Pflanzenschutz
o Wege wieder frei legen
o leichte Renovierungsarbeiten; z.B. Trockenmauern restaurieren; Instandhaltungs-
und Verschönerungsarbeiten des traditionell-bretonischen „Dorfs“ der Insel
Im Vordergrund steht aber natürlich vor allem auch der Austausch und das gemeinsame soziale Miteinander zwischen euch Teilnehmenden. Es gibt auch immer ein spannendes Freizeitprogramm mit Ausflügen, Spiel und Sport.
Für An-und Abreisekosten zum Camp wird es voraussichtlich auch in diesem Jahr wieder einen Fahrtkostenzuschuss von bis zu max. 200 Euro geben.
Noch gut zu wissen: Das Camp findet schon seit vielen Jahren mit viel positivem Feedback statt :-) In diesem Jahr hat das Camp eine Teenage Gebühr von 250€; dafür bekommt ihr aber erstmalig auch eine Fahrtkostenrückerstattung (abhängig von der Entfernung eures Wohnortes) bis maximal 200€.
Luogo
Eure Arbeit findet auf der Insel Ilur statt. Ein privat gemietetes Boot bringt euch an den Arbeitstagen zur Insel.
Die 1 km lange Insel ist Teil des Archipel d'Arz im Golf von Mohiban. Sie ist wild und geschützt: Während sie einst das Zuhause von 9 Familien war, die Kartoffelanbau und Schafhaltung betrieben, lebt heute nur noch ein Küstenwächter dort; gemeinsam mit einer Schafherde. Dieser kümmert sich das ganze Jahr um die Pflege der Insel; er wacht über Hecken, Wiesen und die landschaftliche Vielfalt und freut sich über eure Unterstützung im Sommer ;-).
Backöfen und das Dorf bezeugen heute die damalige Existenz der Familien und sollen als kulturelles Erbe erhalten bleiben. Hierzu braucht es Pflege- und bsiweilen Renovierungsarbeiten.
In den 50er Jahren wurde die Insel privatisiert. Seit 2008 ist sie dank einer großzügigen privaten Spende einer Bretonin im Besitz der Küstenschutzbehörde. So kann der kleine Schatz im Golf von Morhiban nun mit Sorgfalt instand gehalten werden.
Alloggio
Außerhalb eurer Arbeit auf der Insel seid ihr auf einem Campingplatz auf dem Festland, nahe der Insel untergebracht, wo ihr schlaft in 2-Personen Zelten (Zelte werden gestellt; bitte aber Luftmatratze/Isomatte und Schlafsack mitbringen).
Ihr kocht gemeinsam und beteilligt euch in Koch - und Putzgruppen an den anfallenden Aufgaben. Geld für die Verpflegung wird zur Verfügung gestellt.
Requisiti e materiali
Neben Englisch bietet dieses Camp in der Regel auch Gelegenheit, viel Farnzösisch zu sprechen. Französisch Kenntnisse sind daher von Vorteil. Es gibt einen Platz für eine Person, die älter als 18 Jahre sein darf, wenn diese als Ansprechpartnerin für die deutschen Teilnehmenden in diesem Camp fungiert.
Info appuntamento
NEAREST STATION: Vannes
Organizzatore
Die Plätze für unter 18 Jährige in diesem Camp sind leider voll!!
Die deutsch-französischen Teenagecamps in der Bretagne werden von unserer französischen Partnerorganisation „La Ligue de l’Enseignement“ organisiert und durchgeführt. Bei der „Ligue“ handelt es sich um eine Organisation für außerschulische Bildung, die bereits seit 150 Jahren existiert und auf lokaler, regionaler und nationaler Ebene vertreten ist. Die „Ligue“ organisiert zahlreiche unterschiedliche Angebote im Bereich der außerschulischen Jugendbildung – etwa im kulturellen, sportlichen und allgemeinbildenden Bereich. Hierbei stellt u.a. die Organisation und Durchführung der deutsch-französischen Jugendcamps in der Bretagne ein wichtiges Aufgabenfeld ihrer Arbeit dar.
Die ijgd organisieren seit 1949 Freiwilligendienste. Wir sind ein unabhängiger, gemeinnütziger Verein der internationalen Jugendarbeit, anerkannter freier Träger der Jugendhilfe und eine der größten und ältesten Workcamp-Organisationen in Deutschland. Jedes Jahr begleiten wir rund 5.000 junge Menschen in Diensten im In- und Ausland. Dabei haben diese die Möglichkeit, kreativ zu sein, solidarisch zu handeln, Eigenverantwortung zu übernehmen und ihre eigenen Potenziale und Kompetenzen zu entdecken. Unsere Partnerschaft mit der Ligue de l’Enseignement besteht schon über viele Jahre.
Titolo
YOUTH4SMILE
Periodo
17/07/2025 -
24/07/2025
Dove
Lettonia
Età
16-99
Codice
YS-2025-04
Contributo
140 € + 50
EUR
Lavoro
Creative Workshops & Outdoor Adventures: As a volunteer, you'll have the exciting opportunity to organize and lead creative workshops and exhilarating outdoor activities in the charming villages of Bārbele, Stelpe, and Dāviņi. From orientation games and sports tourism to high ropes challenges and team-building exercises using non-formal education methods, you’ll help inspire children and youth aged 7 to 25. Your journey will begin with a comprehensive training session to equip you with all the skills needed for a successful and impactful camp.
Luogo
Explore Latvia’s Heritage: Located in the serene Bauska municipality, our camp offers more than just volunteer work. You’re perfectly placed to explore cultural and historical sites throughout your stay. Plan intercultural events, and soak in the rich local culture and stunning landscapes. Discover more about the region here - https://www.tourism.bauska.lv/en and get insights on Latvia here - https://www.latvia.travel/en.
Alloggio
Live Authentically, Eat Joyfully: Embrace life in the Latvian countryside! You'll stay in a rustic farm setting, sleeping in tents provided by us with comfy mattresses for a good night's rest. Facilities include basic toilets and washing amenities. Get hands-on in our outdoor kitchen where you and your fellow volunteers will cook up delicious meals. Don’t forget to pack your sleeping bag and some traditional snacks from home for our much-anticipated international evening!
Info appuntamento
NEAREST AIRPORT: RSC
NEAREST STATION: Gaisma bus stop
Organizzatore
Founded in 2005, Jaunatne smaidam / Youth for Smile is an energetic non-profit and non-governmental organization dedicated to enriching the lives of young people in the Bauska region and beyond. At the heart of our mission, we are a values-driven community committed to empowering youth to innovate, share experiences, and foster a sense of togetherness.
Our Vision: Empowering Youth, Enriching Communities
Create: We ignite local and international projects that open doors for learning, participation, and self-expression in safe, nurturing environments.
Experience: We offer dynamic experiences that are both local and global in scope, designed to enhance personal development and prepare young people for the challenges and opportunities of the future.
Be Together: We are dedicated to building a vibrant community where young people can develop essential competencies that contribute to the growth and vitality of their local communities.
Our Impact: From sparking youth-led initiatives to providing enriching educational opportunities through non-formal settings, our work is centered around fostering intellectual and creative growth. We ensure that young individuals enjoy their leisure constructively, gain access to critical developmental resources, and acquire life skills that are integral to lifelong success.
Join Us: Our community thrives on the contributions, energies, and passion of our members, ranging from children to young adults aged 7-30. We sustain our impactful programs through memberships, contributions, and significant grants from prestigious sources such as Erasmus+ programs, European Solidarity Corps, and State youth programs.
Embark on a journey with Jaunatne smaidam / Youth for Smile—where you create, experience, and connect in meaningful ways. Together, let’s smile, share, and inspire!
Titolo
SOS'TAINABILITY IN PROVENCE 2
Periodo
17/07/2025 -
31/07/2025
Dove
Francia
Età
15-17
Codice
CONCF-1312B
Contributo
140 € + 250
EUR
Lavoro
Help promote the Côte d'Azur stone heritage !
This year, the commune of Sospel invites you to make an active contribution to the restoration of the Château de l'Agaisen site, located on lands that host stays for minors, people with disabilities and soft tourism activities.
You'll have the opportunity to take part in the restoration of the site's restanques, but also in the development of an olive grove and the preservation of a unique hydraulic heritage, with its catchment basins and irrigation canals.
Your mission: Contribute to the creation of a floating staircase linking the two levels of the site. You'll build stone steps to facilitate movement and improve access to this historic area.
You'll also be helping to build a retaining wall some 20 m long and 1.60 m high. Initially, you'll be in charge of clearing and demarcating the construction area, using the picks and shovels provided. You will then sort the stones before starting to build the low wall.
By joining this project, you'll be supporting the Loisir Côte d'Azur association in its aim to make the site accessible to the young people they're targeting. Join us in preserving an exceptional heritage!
Luogo
Sospel is a French commune in the Alpes-Maritimes department and located in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur (06) region.
The “Château de l'Agaisen” site is located a few kilometers from the village of Sospel.
The grounds are mainly devoted to accommodations for minors and the disabled, and to soft tourism activities such as hiking and heritage discovery. Around the castle, you will find many terraces and olive trees.
Alloggio
The “Loisirs Séjour Côte d'Azur Sospel” association will take care of your accommodation ! You'll be staying in the outdoor area of the site, with access to toilets, showers and a large communal kitchen.
Meals will be prepared collectively, and you'll be able to enjoy them in an outdoor facility. You’ll cook in pairs or trios, providing a learning opportunity with a strong intercultural dimension ! A recipe book will be provided to support responsible purchasing and sustainable eating. You will be accompanied by three animators. A budget will be allocated to the leaders, and you'll participate in grocery-shopping and the preparation of meals, giving priority to healthy, local and vegetarian products.
Requisiti e materiali
Remember to bring gloves, clothes and shoes for work, as well as a swimsuit for the bravest! Don't forget to bring sun protection (hat, sunglasses, etc.). Nights can be chilly, so bring a warm comforter. You can also take along recipes from your country/region, musical instruments and games.
The last day is for departure, usually in the morning.
Info appuntamento
NEAREST AIRPORT: NCE
NEAREST STATION: The meeting point is at Gare de Sospel on July 17, 2025. You can reach the station from Nice by taking the bus 15.
Organizzatore
Loisirs Séjours Côte d'Azur (LSCA) is an association that has been working since 1982 to provide children, young people and people with learning disabilities the leisure activities they need for their personal development.
The LSCA association welcomes three international workcamps for young volunteers to carry out these actions in 2025.
Titolo
Oi 28
Periodo
17/07/2025 -
22/07/2025
Dove
Giappone
Età
18-99
Codice
NICE-25V-0717A
Contributo
140 € + 9000
JPY
Lavoro
1) Support for agricultural activities to revitalize the Sudachi production area.
2) International cultural exchange activities with the few children in the community.
3) Cleaning vacant houses, moving furniture, trimming overgrown cedar and cypress branches in abandoned forests, and picking up plastic waste from rivers and seas.
4)Activities to support English signage at various locations for foreign pilgrims.
5) Maintenance of areas for the Asagimadara butterfly and firefly habitats. etc.
Luogo
Oi-cho, Anan city, Tokushima pref. Other activities - Visiting Kakurin-ji temple.
Alloggio
Home staying at local farmhouses. All meals will be cooked by volunteers by turns. Sleeping bag is NOT necessary.
Requisiti e materiali
Positive attitude, a willingness to work hard and communicate with local people! Language - English (Japanese is also welcomed!)
Info appuntamento
NEAREST AIRPORT: KIX
NEAREST STATION: The nearest int'l airport is Kansai (Osaka). From Osaka to the meeting point in Tokushima, it takes 3 hours by highway bus. Volunteers are recommended to arrive at Japan one or more days before the workcamp starts and leave Japan one or more days after the end. Volunteers need to . Volunteers need to arrive at the meeting point at 14:00 on 1st day (then, take a local train to the campsite about 2.5 hours) and can leave project site around 13:00 on last day.
Organizzatore
This project is actively working for SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) and SDGs 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), organized together with the local group since 2019. This village has been welcoming "Ohenro (pilgrims)" who visit 88 temples in Shikoku since long time ago. The pilgrims walk through this village before visiting "Kakurin-ji temple"; the 20th temple out of 88 temples of the Shikoku Ohenro Pilgrimage. However, there are problems which should be solved such as aging and depopulation of the community these days, and locals haven't been able to find solutions for those problems. On the other hand, since more and more people from overseas visit for the Shikoku Ohenro Pilgrimage locals are trying to find new ways for "omotenashi (hospitality)". Volunteers who have been working on the project have come up with ideas for the reuse of vacant and abandoned land. Local host Oi have finally decided that they can freely renovate and modify the vacant houses. Moreover, the site is in a good location, with mountains, a river and fields. It is up to the volunteers from now on to decide how to develop the project. The aim is for the volunteer members to clean up the abandoned houses and village landscape and transform it into a village that people will want to visit to take photos, as it used to be a village where people came and went since ancient times.
Titolo
SPARTA 3
Periodo
17/07/2025 -
28/07/2025
Dove
Estonia
Età
14-18
Codice
EST TS3
Contributo
140 € + 500
EUR
Lavoro
ProgramThere are diverse activities in the camp program: canoeing, water scootering, running ATV, paintball in the forest, sport games - football, rugby, volleyball, athletics, table tennis, archery, frisbee, disc-golf, trampolines, different competitions, forest cross, sport orientation in the forest on and on sea (navigation), fishing, Viking boats, bicycle trips to explore the area, visit to the horse farm with horse riding, excursions historical places of interest in the area, active games and adventure trail in Roosta Adventure Park, picnics on a seaside, building sand and stones castles on the beach, Estonian sauna party, etc. Bikes are available for the whole camp duration free of charge. WorkThere will be also some voluntary work such as painting of community buildings, making wooden toys and games for local orphanage, repairing benches and tables, cleaning local beach and old local park from garbage, planting trees, little renovation works in the local school, clearing pavement, helping seniors living in the community with some household duties, preparing fire woods for heating, berries and herbs picking to give the crop to the orphanage and seniors home, duty in a kitchen and around the camp once in a shift, etc. The work will be organised in cooperation with local forestry department, municipality of Nova and local school. Please note that the work described above is planned for the whole summer and it may change from one shift to another depending on local needs, the season and weather conditions.
Luogo
LocationNova is one of 11 municipalities of Laanemaa with about 400 inhabitants, located on the seaside 90 km west from capital of Estonia Tallinn and 40 km north from Haapsalu, famous spa town with many historic and cultural sites. More information on www.novavald.ee/index.php/1 The camp is located on Nova basic Schools territory (www.nova.edu.ee)Surroundings and camps infrastructureSchoolhouseSports hallTable tennisWooden housesInformation centreRefreshments stall with water coolersGym equipment for fitness exercises on schools territoryFootball fieldBasketball court on the schools territoryVolleyball court on the beach4 lakes within 4 km from the camp side2 sand beaches in the distance from 0,5-7 kmForest Management Centre wooden tents with table and grill for picnic near the beachGrocery store and cafe 0,5 km awayHiking paths marked by Forest Department
Alloggio
AccommodationIn wooden huts set by the local school nearby the seaside (500 m away). Please bring your sleeping bag and mat. Showers, toilets are provided in the school and there will be additional bio-toilets set on camping site. You can have traditional Estonian sauna every dayCateringMeals are served 3 times a day. There are water machines with cold water in the school complex. Catering takes place in the schools mess hall or into the lager tent outside near the mess. Meals are cooked by professional cooks. However participants will be asked to help cleaning.Medical AidCamp staff members have medical certificates and are able to provide the first aid. And there is a car on call 24/7 which goes to the nearest hospital, which is 40km away, in more serious case of any emergency.
Requisiti e materiali
Special requirementsParticipants have to be sporty (e.g. be ready to run up to 3 km, bike up to 30 km), independent enough, curious and interested in active life style. Please inform us beforehand about allergies, dietary requirements you have or others prescriptions from your doctor. Please bring sleeping bag and mat, wind and waterproof clothes, goods shoes, warm and summer clothes. It s advisable to take thermal underwear. If possible, please take tick vaccination before coming. Generally, age of participants is 14-17, however exceptions are possible. NB Smoking, drinking alcohol, using drugs is absolutely prohibited in the camp and this policy will be followed strictly Thus, if you cannot quit smoking for a while it is probably better not to come. Camp common language is English. Local languages are Estonian and Russian.Participation feeUnlike the normal camp there will be not too much of work here. Nevertheless, participants will be provided with board, lodging, local transportation and all equipment necessary to realize camp program. Besides, program involves a lot of extra costs for excursions, trips out, visits, sport activities, equipment, materials and general administration and leadership. Since neither EstYES nor its local camp partner, does not receive financial support for this camp from municipality or private sources, to realize this camp we have to charge participation fee of 500 Euro, which covers all camp and program costs including transfer from Tallinn to and from the camp, and which has to be paid by bank transfer before the camp or by participants upon arrival to the camp. The bank details will be provided after the acceptance of the participant to the camp. NB Participants coming from outside Europe are asked to consult with us before paying fee by bank transfer to reduce high banking charges.
Info appuntamento
NEAREST AIRPORT: TLL
NEAREST STATION: Tallinn
Organizzatore
This camp is organized for teenagers by youth sport club Lukas-Basket which has been running national youth camps for 25 years and International ones for the past 12 years. International teenage camps will be hosted on seaside in the West of Estonia in Laanemaa County in the municipality of Nova. Beautiful nature, numerous historical places, 200 years long tradition of health resort, unique cultural events are the treasures of the County. Nova with warm sea, white sand, mushroom and berry crops, picturesque lakes, cobble stone road and many places of interest is ideal place for leisure. The aim of Nova camp is to give young people possibility to have active, healthy and meaningful summer vacations with different sport adventures, to enjoy unspoiled nature and to learn to live in harmony with it, also to explore and realize their own capacities and limits. The program will include water activities, sport and ball games, eco-hikes, bicycle trips to places of interest, horse riding, fishing, rowing, acquaintance with local culture and many other exciting things. Mens sana in corpore sano (Healthy Spirit in Healthy Body) i this is the message of the camp Besides all this, camp gives possibility for intensive contacts between local youth and their peers from abroad, showing youngsters the diversity of world cultures, broadening their horizons and encouraging active communication through games and creative activities. Finally, there will be some voluntary work for nature protection and to support local community. The area of the camp is about 3 hectares and it can host over 60 youngsters on one shift. The age of local participants is 10-18. Local teenagers are mainly Russian-speaking of minority communities of Estonia. Videos from past camps are available here https://www.facebook.com/100001353283293/videos/1230983641495965/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nwTAJF6pIGsfeature=youtu.be
Titolo
AVANCA 2025
Periodo
18/07/2025 -
29/07/2025
Dove
Portogallo
Età
18-30
Codice
PT-IPJ 12.1
Contributo
140 € + 0
€
Lavoro
Preparation phaseSignposting setting for the different spaces in AVANCA 2025;Poster and pending poster distribution;Adaptation of the Egas Moniz school classrooms for workshops attainment;Workshop related Video-Informatics equipment installation and testing;Cleaning and preparation of the Auditorium of Avanca for competitive sessions of Cinema and Video;Airport reception and welcoming of the international guests ( directors, actors, producers, technicians, etc...Cleaning and maintenance of spaces and sanitary installationsDuring the Festival:Check-in support for the participants and guests;Maintenance of the Workshop rooms;Cantina support;Cleaning and maintenance of common areas;After - Cleaning, collecting equipment
Luogo
Avanca is a Portuguese parish in the municipality of Estarreja, with an area of 21.07 kmI and 6 189 inhabitants. Avanca belongs to the municipality of Estarreja, District of Aveiro. It is limited by the municipalities of Murtosa, Ovar and Oliveira de AzemEis. It is served by Estrada Nacional 109, by A29, as well as by the North railway line.The center of the workcamp takes place at the heart of the festival, at Escola BEUsica Prof Dr Egas Moniz, where the workshops will also take place and where the secretariat and conference are located. The school is located in the center of the small village
Alloggio
Volunteers will be accommodated in the school s classrooms. They will have access to mattresses. The school has bathrooms and changing rooms with hot water, open 24 hours/day.Regarding food, breakfast will be prepared in the school canteen, where volunteers will have at their disposal the most varied items for its preparation. Lunches and dinners will be either in the school canteen or in local restaurants, always accompanied by the monitors
Requisiti e materiali
Smoking is not allowed inside the rooms. The camp has night-time surveillance. Bring Sleeping camping bag, pillow, items of personal hygiene, working clothes for some tasks and other goods that are deemed necessary
Info appuntamento
NEAREST STATION: -
Organizzatore
Volunteers in this workcamp are involved in various levels of the organization, providing a determinant support for the success of this International Festival.Being AVANCA an idea sharing favored space, creative fusion and cultural interchange between, professionals, students and cinema and multimedia lovers, IWC volunteers will naturally participate and dive in this international, culture and creative atmosphere. To moments dedicated to cultural animation and discovering of surroundings, Cine-Clube de Avanca offers a set of activities, which will give an insight of the social realities, cultural and gastronomical, between others, from the village of Avanca and the region that extends the cities of Aveiro and Porto.
Titolo
THE PAPEL TRAIL II
Periodo
18/07/2025 -
01/08/2025
Dove
Spagna
Età
18-30
Codice
SVI-MD5-25
Contributo
140 € + 0
€
Lavoro
Come to our camp if you feel that…
Thanks to archaeology, the remains of our cultural ancestors can be found, studied and understood. You do not need experience to participate in “Paper Road”. You will work with an archaeologist and historian. The volunteer camp takes place at the foot of the mountain, in the Paular valley, a place historically linked to the Los Batanes estate as a model of industrial development such as the use of different hydraulic devices to take advantage of water energy. This is where the galley proofs with which the first edition of Don Quixote was published were produced.
Why participate in our field?
In “Camino de Papel”, participants will carry out a series of specific archaeological activities in different locations with the aim of discovering archaeological remains based on previous research.
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
Clearing and cleaning of existing vegetation , both inside and outside and around the perimeter of archaeological structures.
Manual cleaning and scraping of construction parts (walls, floors, etc.) , removing vegetation that is harmful to architectural elements. If archaeological objects are found, they will be collected, documented and stored for later study.
Excavate certain structures using archaeological methodology , developing strict stratigraphic documentation of the levels of deposition and the construction units that may exist in the subsoil. In this process, all archaeological material will be collected. An archaeological survey is also planned.
Register all archaeological material collected for research and subsequent storage in the Regional Archaeological Museum of the Community of Madrid, as established by current legislation.
Luogo
Volunteering is not just about working, as you will have the opportunity to enjoy leisure and free time activities: sports, cultural activities, excursions to places of tourist interest and workshops related to the theme of the field.
Alloggio
Los Batanes Youth Hostel
Ctra. de Cotos, s/n. Finca los Batanes
28740 Rascafría . Madrid
The meal will be served at the Los Batanes hostel. It will consist of breakfast, mid-morning fruit, lunch and dinner.
Requisiti e materiali
National Identity Document or Passport
European Health Insurance Card or other medical insurance if available.
Info appuntamento
NEAREST AIRPORT: MAD
NEAREST STATION: Madrid-Chamartin-Clara Campoamor train station
Organizzatore
The workcamp is organized by the General Directorate of Youth of the Community of Madrid
Titolo
BIOLOGICAL BALANCE AT THE VILLA CASTORA HOSTEL
Periodo
18/07/2025 -
01/08/2025
Dove
Spagna
Età
18-30
Codice
SVI-MD4-25
Contributo
140 € + 0
€
Lavoro
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
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.
Installing an irrigation system on planted shrubs and trees.
Building an insect hotel: placing the boards.
Review and development of spaces to promote biodiversity
Luogo
Volunteering is not just about working, as you will have the opportunity to enjoy leisure and free time activities: sports, cultural activities, excursions to places of tourist interest and workshops related to the theme of the field.
Alloggio
Villa Castora Youth Hostel
Ctra. of the Dehesas, 29
28470 Cercedilla. Madrid
The meal will be served at the Los Batanes hostel. It will consist of breakfast, mid-morning fruit, lunch and dinner.
Requisiti e materiali
National Identity Document or Passport
Sure
The managing entity of the volunteer camp has civil liability and accident insurance.
Info appuntamento
NEAREST AIRPORT: MAD
NEAREST STATION: Madrid-Chamartin-Clara Campoamor train station Madrid-Atocha-Almudena Grandes train station
Organizzatore
The workcamp is organized by the General Directorate of Youth of the Community of Madrid
Titolo
DOWN TOWN KIDS 3
Periodo
18/07/2025 -
02/08/2025
Dove
Estonia
Età
20-33
Codice
EST DT3
Contributo
140 € + 50
EUR
Lavoro
Activating kids in the city camp and providing them with cross-cultural learning experience. 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 protection; 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 hard, 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 Friday plus one duty 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 number of kids/teens participants in one camp shift as up to 40. Volunteers will work in pairs facilitating and leading a smaller group of 10 - 12 children or less during the day and change the groups every 2-3 days.During the first three days of the workcamp after arrival, volunteers will be given the training on the camp methodology and some time to prepare themselves to meet the kids/teens on Monday and further carry out their tasks in the camp. For this reason, it is important to arrive on time.
Luogo
LocationCamp takes place in the school that is situated in the center of Tallinn, Estonian capital www.visittallinn.ee/eng 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.
Alloggio
There are 2 options possible (subject to availability, which will become clear by the start of the project):1) The premises of The Language School In Down-Town located on the 4th and 5th floors of a business building in the city centre. In summer time, a part of the school is reserved for the 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 unless you want so. 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 between 01:00 a.m. and 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 (selection of times, meals - provided or volunteers cook, etc.).2) A furnished shared apartment in the residential area of Tallinn. Volunteers will be issued two sets of keys. The apartment has three-four dormitory bedrooms and all necessary facilities, and it takes about 20 minutes to get to the city center by public transport. Public transport cards will be provided. Volunteers will cook their breakfast meals themselves (food for a standard European breakfast will be provided); dinner meals will be served at school between 18:00 and 19:00; lunches will be organized for the whole camp (including kids/teens) in the city centre.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.
Requisiti e materiali
Special requirementsYou have to be really motivated to work with kids. Please provide a letter of your motivation along with the application form. An 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 33. Please note that before making a final decision about your participation in the camp, the project coordinator will have a video interview with you.Participation feeWe ask participants to contribute 50 Euro towards the costs of general administration. If you apply for two shifts in a row the participation fee is 80 Euro. 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.
Info appuntamento
NEAREST AIRPORT: TLL
NEAREST STATION: Tallinn
Organizzatore
This 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 randomly 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 KALEIDOSCOPE . We invite camp participants to discuss ideas of chaos and order, mess and harmony. Together, we will discover our own infinite potential and freedom to create new patterns of life, same way as we create patterns out of random single pieces of colourful glass twisting a kaleidoscope. We will learn how to find harmony in apparent disorder and use chaos as a tool for stress relief, how to turn imperfection into the source of true beauty and embrace uncertainty to make our life journey more successful, unique and vibrant. Camp participants will gain ideas and skills how to deal with millions of combinations of the world s reality. 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
Titolo
PEACE works Hötensleben
Periodo
18/07/2025 -
03/08/2025
Dove
Germania
Età
18-99
Codice
IBG 08
Contributo
140 € + 0
€
Lavoro
PEACE is the main theme of this project. The workcamp combines volunteering, learning from history, thinking about peace and the exchange with the local villagers in a special way.
+ Volunteering: There will be various smaller tasks in Hötensleben. You will be doing some maintenance work at the border memorial, mowing and building new wooden seating areas. Other small jobs for the local infrastructure will be added.
+ Learning from history: You will not only work on the border memorial, but will of course also be given a lot of background information on the history of the Iron Curtain and the division of Germany, as well as going on excursions to other thematically relevant places of interest.
Thinking about peace: What is Peace for you? When and how is peace in danger? Share your personal point of view and the reality in your home country with other volunteers and with local villagers.
+ Exchange with local villagers: Peace will be one topic to share and to discuss, but you will also get to know local associations and be able to exchange ideas about everyday life today. They are very excited to meet you and will be glad to share stories with you about their experience in this border area. It would be great if you can speak a bit of German and/or are able to communicate with a phone translator.
Luogo
Hötensleben is a little village with about 2,500 inhabitants. International workcamps have been taking place there for some 25 years, so local inhabitants are looking forward to welcome the volunteers. Many activities will be done together with locals, e.g. the voluntary fire brigade of Hötensleben. Volunteers should be interested in German contemporary history. We will work at and visit historical places and commemoration sites related to Germany’s history.
You will be given bicycles so that you can be mobile in your free time and, for example, go to the swimming pool.
Alloggio
You will stay in the former village hall that is renovated now and includes several holiday apartments’. They offer a quite comfortable stay and ensure enough room for everyone. There are different sleeping rooms with beds provided and a good equipped kitchen as well. Wifi-acess is limited. Bear in mind that the ground floor of the building is used for different activites during the week, and don’t be scared if you see some unfamiliar faces roaming around!
Your group of volunteers will be responsible for grocery shopping and cooking together. The food will be bought with the camp budget and everybody will take turns for cooking, washing the dishes and cleaning. In order to reduce our carbon footprint on the planet, we encourage volunteers to reduce meat and try more sustainable dishes.
Requisiti e materiali
Please add a short motivation letter to your application, describing your interest in this special project. You should be able to ride a bicycle!
Info appuntamento
NEAREST AIRPORT: BER
NEAREST STATION: Schöningen ZOB
Organizzatore
You will be hosted in a very special village. From 1961 to 1989, the Wall with its martial border fortifications ran right next to the village. It divided Germany into two parts and was part of the so-called Iron Curtain. The people of Hötensleben lived in a restricted zone for almost 30 years and always had the Wall in view. To this day, 400 metres of the border fortifications have been preserved as a memorial and are visited by many visitors. Here you can find an impression of the border memorial: http://www.grenzdenkmal.com
2025 marks the 35th anniversary of German reunification. This should be taken as a sign of hope for Germany, Korea and the whole world and from the basis for further discussions. Questions about war and peace, migration and its causes, isolation and violence are unfortunately still very topical issues today. This project in Hötensleben gives you the opportunity to learn more about the time of the Iron Curtain and the division of Germany and to reflect on what peace means to you and how you can contribute to it. At the end, you will present your personal perspective on the topic of "peace" to the local villagers and discuss it with them. German speakers are therefore particularly welcome.
Titolo
On air with Radio Tonkuhle
Periodo
19/07/2025 -
02/08/2025
Dove
Germania
Età
16-26
Codice
ijgd 15006
Contributo
140 € + 395
EUR
Lavoro
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!
Luogo
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
Alloggio
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.
Requisiti e materiali
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.
Info appuntamento
NEAREST AIRPORT: HAJ
NEAREST STATION: airport: Hannover or Hamburg, trainstation: Hildesheim
Organizzatore
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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Titolo
Protecting and conserving biodiversity
Periodo
19/07/2025 -
02/08/2025
Dove
Germania
Età
18-26
Codice
ijgd 25339
Contributo
140 € + 0
€
Lavoro
Background: Amphibians are among the most endangered native animal species groups. Of the 20 native amphibian species found in Germany, only 6 species are not endangered according to the current Red List. In some regions, some have already disappeared. In order to preserve these fascinating animals in the long term, habitat protection is no longer sufficient. For this reason, conservation breeding of particularly endangered species is becoming increasingly important. In this way, the species can be preserved in the long term under controlled conditions and also be available as donor populations for reintroduction projects.
Project objective: Construction of an outdoor facility for keeping and breeding endangered amphibian species
For the nature-identical keeping of amphibians, the construction of a spacious outdoor terrarium makes sense. Only in the open air are the animals exposed to the effects of the weather and seasons in the same way as in the wild, but they are protected from their natural enemies. In order to create a near-natural habitat, it is necessary to provide all sub-habitats such as the summer habitat, the reproduction water and a hibernation area. In addition, a species-appropriate design with hiding places, natural vegetation and basking areas is required. The common goal is to build an open-air terrarium of more than 200 m² under expert guidance and to produce the interior furnishings. The interior design is of particular interest. The design for the target species yellow-bellied toad, tree frog and midwife toad must be planned together. The area is then jointly modeled and equipped with typical biotope props. This includes the construction of one or more spawning ponds and a hibernation site as well as the provision of daytime hiding places made of stone layers, dry stone walls, wood piles and rootstocks. These must be placed according to the requirements of the species being cultivated and combined with suitable natural planting. The first inhabitants can be introduced once the enclosure has been successfully established.
Luogo
camp location: Rehlingen-Siersburg, Saarland; 40 km northwest of Saarbrücken; Trier, Luxembourg and Metz 60 km each
Alloggio
You will be accommodated in a Niedtalhalle, with a kitchen, sufficient sanitary facilities, a large dining area and the gym as a sleeping area.
You cook together. You will be provided with money for shopping. Vegetarian or vegan meals are possible. Please indicate any intolerances when registering.
Info appuntamento
NEAREST AIRPORT: SCN
NEAREST STATION: airport: Saarbrücken or Frankfurt International We would like to invite you to travel as environmentally friendly as possible, e.g. by train, bus or car sharing, and thus make an active contribution to climate protection.
Organizzatore
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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Titolo
At one with nature and on the right path... towards the Alps
Periodo
19/07/2025 -
15/08/2025
Dove
Germania
Età
18-26
Codice
ijgd 25302
Contributo
140 € + 0
EUR
Lavoro
Your task will be to help the surrounding communities with mowing fields and collecting hay. Sometimes, the fields are on a slope and are difficult to reach with machines. In nearby orchards, you'll be repairing fences and protecting trees from being gnawed away by sheep. You will also take care of rough grazing land, in order to conserve the habitats of endangered plants and animals.
Another task for you will be to pull out small tree saplings from the meadow in order to prevent them spreading in this particular habitat – therefore learning a lot about conservation in the process.
The working tasks are led by a specialist, who can tell you a lot about the local nature and the significance of your work. The Landscape Conservation Association would like to give you some information about relationships within nature so that you can better understand the meaning and implications of your work.
Luogo
By bus or with the minibus you will reach Freising in about 20-25 minutes. From there, the S-Bahn train travels to Munich. In Munich you have the opportunity to visit many museums, the English Garden or the famous Munich Hofbrauhaus.
In the area surrounding Munich and in the Alps, you can go hiking and enjoy nature. Due to the close proximity to Hallertau, the largest hop-growing region in the world, there are many typical beer gardens in beautifully preserved villages such as Attenkirchen, Au or Rudelzhausen. You can go swimming in one of the lakes in Freising or in the Freising pool. Furthermore,a trip to Landshut (about 30km away) is also very worthwhile. Landshut has a very beautiful historic old town, as well as the Martinskirche – the tallest brick church tower in the world. You can even plan a visit to Salzburg, a city close to the german border in Austria.
Alloggio
You will stay in a cozy and large self-catering house of the Naturfreunde in Marzling, 5 km outside of Freising in an idyllic hillside location above the Isar with a view of the Alps, the Franz-Josef-Strauß-Airport and a large sun terrace.You will all sleep together in a dormitory on the 1st floor. The camp leaders can get an extra room if necessary. You must bring your own sleeping bags and sheets.
You cook together. You will be provided with money for shopping. Vegetarian or vegan meals are possible. Please indicate any intolerances when registering.
Requisiti e materiali
The camp lasts for four weeks. Some weather resistance is necessary for the tasks outside. The tasks may be physically challenging. You must bring ankle high mountain boots/mountain shoes, which you will need for work as well as for hiking! We look forward to meeting you if you enjoy spending time outside in the nature, and enjoy hiking and biking! It is great for this camp’s organization if you enjoy cooking, since the group will prepare its own meals, grocery shop, and even receive free groceries from some local shops in Freising.
Info appuntamento
NEAREST AIRPORT: MUC
NEAREST STATION: From the airport Munich please take the train to Freising. At the airport take the regional train (RE22) in the direction of "Regensburg Hbf" and get off at "Freising".
Organizzatore
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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Titolo
Protecting trees in the north German landscape conservation area
Periodo
19/07/2025 -
01/08/2025
Dove
Germania
Età
16-26
Codice
ijgd 15038
Contributo
140 € + 0
€
Lavoro
The "Alte Nebel" between Lüssow and Bützow was the original course of the "Nebel" river. The lowlands along the river have been used intensively for decades, mainly as grassland and arable land, creating rather poor conditions for the local ecosystem.
The task of the State Forestry Agency was to create a development corridor with site-typical trees and shrubs along the "Alte Nebel" in order to accelerate the slow, natural forest development and to greatly reduce the input of plant protection products and fertilisers.
To this end, more than 200,000 trees such as willows, red alders, pedunculate oaks, fluttering elms, downy birches and a wide variety of forest edge shrubs have been planted along around 14 km of the river since 2018.
However, since the beaver has also found a new home along the "Alte Nebel", a large number of trees must now be protected from browsing by the beaver.
In 2023 and 2024, the first two workcamp groups each protected over 600 trees using wire trousers.
You are now continuing this work and will also protect 600 to 700 trees on an area of approx. 4 hectares. The wire trousers are made from wildlife fencing, which is cut to a length of 2.2 metres, knotted together and erected. In addition, they are fixed to the ground with two stakes made from recycled plastic, so that the beavers are no longer able to damage the trees.
You will be accompanied by the staff of the local forestry office.
In addition to the practical work, the foresters will teach you a lot about nature and environmental protection in general and about the forest and its protection in particular. You will learn a lot about the local flora and fauna, their relevance for the ecosystem and the various measures for their protection.
Luogo
In your free time, you can enjoy your quiet accommodation and the beautiful surroundings by playing sports and spending evenings together around the campfire.
After work, you can also cycle through the beautiful landscape conservation area where you also work.
Or you can take the train (S-Bahn) to the beautiful Hanseatic city of Rostock (travel time 25min), which lies directly on the Baltic Sea.
On the long weekend off (Friday to Sunday), it's worth taking a trip to Berlin, Hamburg or the beautiful sandy beaches of the Baltic Sea.
Alloggio
You will stay in the “Haus der Begegnung Lüssow” (Meeting house of Luessow), a self-catering house with one room for 5 people, two rooms for 3 and also two rooms for 2 people, on the edge of the small village Lüssow. The house has a kitchen, two sanitary rooms with showers and toilets, and two common rooms for eating and group activities.
You cater for yourselves and cook together. Money for shopping will be provided. Vegetarian or vegan meals are possible. Please indicate any intolerances when registering.
Requisiti e materiali
Be able to ride a bike (as you will be cycling 3km to work each day); Fitness for physically strenuous work; It is essential to bring work clothes and (water)resistant footwear and/or work shoes;
Info appuntamento
NEAREST AIRPORT: BER
NEAREST STATION: Berlin-Hauptbahnhof – Rostock – Lüssow (Meckl) (duration of arrival: 3h30min) or Hamburg-Hauptbahnhof – Schwaan - Lüssow (Meckl) (duration of arrival: 3h18min) We would like to invite you to travel as environmentally friendly as possible, e.g. by train, bus or car sharing, and thus make an active contribution to climate protection.
Organizzatore
Landesforsten Mecklenburg-Vorpommern – Forstamt Schlemmin
(State Forestry of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania – Foresty office Schlemmin)
The forestry offices of Landesforsten Mecklenburg-Vorpommern perform the tasks of a unified forestry administration: in addition to their forestry work in the state-owned forest and their service offers, this also includes their work as a lower forestry authority - advising and promoting private forest ownership. They also inform all forest visitors about the importance of the forest and the tasks of forestry.
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 4,000 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.
Titolo
ACTIVE GRANJA
Periodo
19/07/2025 -
28/07/2025
Dove
Portogallo
Età
18-30
Codice
PT-IPJ 12.3
Contributo
140 € + 0
€
Lavoro
help at promoting and developing cultural and traditional events for Grupo Desportivo e Recreativo da Granja association, together with the local community, doing hands-on work and logistical tasks at the association headquarters and across the village, while hanging out and having some fun with the community at entertainment times. interact with the village community through storytelling activities and by patronizing elderly people (helping them at doing some tasks, keeping company, entertaining, chatting, etc.).help at promoting our natural resources, by creating figures with our local and traditional black clay, by experiencing our thermal and healing waters in Carvalhal hot springs, while sightseeing in the local heritage and landscapes.
Luogo
The camp is placed in the inner centre of Portugal, in a small rural village, called Granja, which is inhabited by approximately 130 people. ItIs 3,5 hours away from Lisbon and 1,5 hours away from Oporto by car. The closest city to Granja is Viseu, where you can go by car, taxi or bus.
Alloggio
The lodgement of the camp is Granja Sports Hall, a very large indoor sports hall, with internet. It will be divided into a dormitory area and a large multipurpose area. The dormitory will be adapted with camp beds, and it will be separated for boys and girls with movable dividers. ThereIs an adjoining bathouse with ladies bathroom and gentlemen bathroom. We provide breakfast, lunch, snakc and dinner.
Requisiti e materiali
Sportswear and comfortable footwear. Mountain shoes. Coat for cold nights. A cap or hat. Sleeping bag and pillow. Bath and changing room equipment (towels, bathing suit, swimming suit, cap, slippers...). Backpack. Toiletries. Own medicines. Sunscreen. Insect repellent. Musical instruments and/ or other tools for arts they play are welcome. Technological gadgets- laptop/ phone Chargers compatible
Info appuntamento
NEAREST STATION: -
Organizzatore
Active Granja workcamp is about social and environmental sustainability. It aims at fighting GranjaIs geographic and social isolation. We want to make the village more alive, more active and more aligned with young peopleIs interests. We also want to provide its inhabitants with a joyful, intergenerational coexistence, with new experiences, knowledge and worldview. Therefore, we are eager to activate Granja with the help and the companionship of some nice young people from abroad who want to joins us and help us with the organization and the development of traditional practices and other activities in our community, daily tasks and entertainment, with promoting our culture, with attracting young people to the village, with making our village more charming, greener and smarter.