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Periodo
Dove
Età
Codice
Contributo
Titolo
Oi 16
Periodo
19/04/2024 -
23/04/2024
Dove
Giappone
Età
18-99
Codice
NICE-24V-0419A
Contributo
140 € + 9000
JPY
Lavoro
1) Supporting for harvesting and shipping during the peak of the Japanese star anise (shikimi) harvest season. 2) Supporting for harvesting and shipping of sudachi (Japanese citrus fruit) at the peak of harvest season. 3) Supporting for activities such as writing English guides in various places in the town for foreign pilgrims. 4) Cleaning of vacant houses, support for carrying out furniture, pruning of cedar cypress branches in abandoned mountain forests, picking up plastic rubbish from the sea and river, and utilization of vacant houses. 5) Maintenance of Asagimadara flying sites, maintenance of firefly flying sites, etc.
Luogo
Oi-cho, Anan city, Tokushima pref. 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!
Info appuntamento
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 take a local train from the meeting point to the campsite about 2.5 hours. Volunteers need to arrive at the meeting point at 14:00 on 1st day 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
Higu S3
Periodo
20/04/2024 -
29/04/2024
Dove
Sri Lanka
Età
18-99
Codice
NICE-24S-0420A
Contributo
140 € + 220
EUR
Lavoro
Basically our projects consists with two parts. First three days we are working at the two or three places that is our main work, helping to members of the self-help group members. We are going to help to families who have gardens and planting vegetable. Second four days, we are moving around the village to meet community to do our next part of the projects. During these four days volunteers can meet a family, youth/children society members and watch their activities, womenÔÇÖs/farmers groups, visit village preschool etc. Among work scheduled volunteers are going to participate, 1. Help family to do their home gardening work 2. Cultural exchange programs with villagers including youths. 3. Activities with children / kindergarten kids 4. Work and assist to self-help group memberÔÇÖs activities
Luogo
Higurakgoda. 256km from Colombo, suburb of Polonnaruwa, the second ancient kingdom in Sri Lanka and declared as a world heritage site. Many people depend on paddy farming and it is low population density area for Sri Lanka (122 people/ km2). Organizing cultural exchange events, Excursion, Environmental Education, Expeditions, Farewell party, etc.
Alloggio
Village house with a host family, located close to nice paddy fields. There are electricity, filtered clean water to drink available as well. Mobile phones/internet are working. But no Wi-Fi. You have to wash your cloths by hand and have to hang outside for drying.
Requisiti e materiali
High motivation to work while experiencing different type of life style, accept challenges, adopt to local environment, respect and accept local life and culture.220/ 180 EUR for 10/ 6 days to be paid on your arrivals. 20 EUR less for repeaters of GV4GF workcamps and vols. from less expensive countries. There is optional service of 50 EUR to pick up at the airport and one night stay in the guest house, following day breakfast and moving to the meeting point are included.
Info appuntamento
NEAREST AIRPORT: CMB
NEAREST STATION: Colombo - Volunteers need to arrive at Katunayake Bandaranayake International Airport by the end of March 11 and can leave there after 20:00 of March 21. 7 hours by bus to the site. You will meet at the Colombo Government bus terminal in the morning on the first day.
Organizzatore
This project is actively working for SDG 2 (Zero Hunger)and SDGs 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), organized together with Green Volunteers for Green Future (GV4GF) since 2012 (since 2017 in this place!). Project is a based on paddy farming area. Higurakgoda is a part of the Polonnaruwa District, Sri Lanka's 2nd kingdom, exist 1100 years ago. Higurakgoda is a settlement, established in 1956, under the government development plan. Families brought to here from different parts of Sri Lanka and asked them to settle here while doing paddy farming. Different parts of Sri Lanka have different kind of sub cultures. In here all of them are mixed and emerge a new sub culture. Now 3rd generation is living here with their 2nd generation parents. During the 21st century, technology is changed rapidly but it is not reached to these areas because of language barrier, unawareness, narrow perspectives and so on. As a country, everyone should be a part of countryÔÇÖs development process but unfortunately these rural communities are somehow rejected by the administration. But actually, communitiesÔÇÖ active participation is essential to overcome the burdens and to establish a just society. Some families are doing other activities to live. Making bags, packeting spices, maintain plant nurseries are among them. We are working closely with paddy farmers as well as other families who have no lands to do agriculture too.
Titolo
Peatland protection Kell
Periodo
21/04/2024 -
04/05/2024
Dove
Germania
Età
18-99
Codice
IBG 02
Contributo
140 € + 0
€
Lavoro
Active for climate protection and biodiversity – save the peatlands in the Hunsrück area!
You will actively contribute to protecting a special peatland called “Weyrichsbruch”. This area was drained more than 150 years ago for forestry use. Peatlands are a valuable and natural Co2 storage as well as an ecological habitat with a high and very specialized biodiversity. For these reasons, in the 1980s it was decided to revitalize a small part of the Weyrichsbruch. Now the regional authorities for nature protection want to revitalise a much bigger part and this is where you can help! Under the supervision of two experienced Park Rangers you will improve the water balance in this peatland in order to renature the bog, and help it to cope better with the consequences of climate change. Some of your tasks will be to undo the drainage of the area by blocking or filling ditches, or by building small wooden barriers. While working, you will be able to discover many rare species which have already returned. The park Rangers will be happy to explain to you the ecological background and the consequences of climate change and they will guide you to discover this special habitat and its species.
The Weyrichsbruch is bordering a well-known hiking trail. On that trail, it is possible to take a look inside the bog from a wooden plank path. In addition, various information boards have been placed around the area to convey the ecological background of the Weyrichsbruch and thus contribute to environmental education.
Attention: The work might be physically hard, the wheelbarrow becomes your daily companion and you will get wet and muddy for sure! Please bring hiking boots, rubber boots and suitable working clothes.
Luogo
The workcamp will take place in Kell am See, a village 30 km from Trier, not far from the border with Luxemburg. The landscape in this area is very beautiful! It is dominated by huge forests, steep hills, small brooks and ponds, rocks and marshes. Only small hamlets interrupt the nature, which makes it a perfect region for plenty of different species but also for hiking. You will really feel different here!
The area is well known for cycling, walking and other kinds of outdoor activities. There is a local holiday resort nearby the Education Centre, which offers more than 200 holiday bungalows next to a lake and locals love to come here for cycling (there is a 45 km cycling path on a former railway roadbed) or to spend a nice day outside. The region also offers plenty of historic sites (castles, museums….). In addition, you will have the opportunity to come in contact with local associations, e.g. the local voluntary fire brigade. Since there aren’t many public transportation means available around Kell am See, the number of excursions will be limited. However, you will have the chance to visit the city of Trier with its famous Roman sites, the cathedral and birth place of Karl-Marx
Alloggio
You will stay in the Educational Centre in Kell am See, which is an important place for youth work in the whole area around the city of Trier. This public and non-profit centre offers the opportunity for youth groups, associations and schools to spend some days or weeks here running a seminar or other projects.
You will stay in five wooden tepees for max. five persons each. Staying here, among pure nature and with the campfire in the middle of the tepees’ circle is a wonderful experience. You will sleep on mattresses inside the tepees. Close to the tepees, you will have access to your own kitchen including a dish-washer, to a living room and sanitary facilities, all inside the Educational Centre. In your free time you can use the different outdoor facilities of the centre like the campfire and the basketball, football and volleyball fields. Close to the centre, there is also a lake and hiking trails. Please be aware that the tepees have electricity but no heating, so it might be cold at night. The facilities in the centre (kitchen, living room and sanitary facilities) can be heated though.
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 be aware that ticks can be an issue when you spend a lot of time outdoors in natural areas in Germany - like in this camp. In our General Infosheet you will find suggestions on how you can protect yourself against them. You are also welcome to check whether a vaccination against the tick-borne disease TBE makes sense and is possible in your home country.
Info appuntamento
NEAREST AIRPORT: LUX
NEAREST STATION: Trier Bahnhof (Train Station) or Suitable international bus stops are in Trier, Saarbrucken and Luxembourg.
Organizzatore
This workcamp is based on the cooperation between IBG and the regional “Foundation for Nature and environment”. We have been working together since 2016, organising one or two international Workcamps per year in the field of nature protection
Titolo
Lights, Curtain, Action! Open-air Theater Heidenheim
Periodo
22/04/2024 -
06/05/2024
Dove
Germania
Età
18-99
Codice
IBG 03
Contributo
140 € + 0
€
Lavoro
Lights, Curtain, Action! Are you ready to take part in the building of a theater set?
In this camp, you will help with the set construction for the Open-Air Theatre Heidenheim. During 2024, 2 plays will be performed here: 'Annie' – a red-haired orphan finds a new home with a wealthy businessman, under the care of his assistant, in her search to reunite with her biological parents - and 'Der Räuber Hotzenplotz' – the tale of Kasperl and Seppel, striving to capture the cunning robber Hotzenplotz to retrieve Grandma's stolen coffee grinder. The stage and set needs to be renewed accordingly: In the end, the scenery is supposed to look like New York and a small german village at the same time – a very interesting and challenging task! You will screw, nail, and paint. Smaller props will need to be built, too.
Apart from that, your work will also entail:
• Installing a wooden floor in the prop garage.
• Renewing the cover of the small wooden shelf storage.
• Restoring the seats in the “Klausen” garden.
• Cleaning stones around the cold storage with a pressure washer, possibly renewing or filling with gravel.
• Painting walls and repair cracks in the pavilion.
...and some other tasks as needed! Be prepared to always lend a helping hand.
There will be a professional stage builder who helps you with all tasks. For sure it is helpful though, if you have a bit of experience in manual/constructional work and have used tools like cordless screwdrivers before.
Luogo
Heidenheim an der Brenz is a town with a bit less than 50,000 inhabitants in the southern region of Baden-Württemberg. The area is rather rural with a beautiful countryside: since it is at the end of the Swabian Albs – a mountain range of about 220km - there are many hills and forests.
Also in the town you will find the Hellenstein Castle, first built on the 12th century, and wildlife park with around 100 animals, very close to your project. If you would like to visit a larger town, you may go to Ulm which is only 30km away. Stuttgart and Munich are about 2 hours by train.
Alloggio
You will be accommodated directly on the project side: Next to the stage, there is building for administration, a workshop, a café …
Here you will have one big room for yourselves, showers, and a kitchen. Be aware that there is only one big room for sleeping available to all volunteers – no separation possible!
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 the accommodation. In order to reduce our carbon footprint on the planet, we encourage all volunteers to reduce meat and try more sustainable dishes.
Info appuntamento
NEAREST AIRPORT: STR
NEAREST STATION: Heidenheim an der Brenz Bahnhof (train station)
Organizzatore
Your host is the Open-Air Theatre Heidenheim, the 2nd largest one of its kind in Southern Germany. It is situated on the “castle hill” of the town of Heidenheim an der Brenz, surrounded by forests, and can accommodate up to 1,100 spectators.
The Open-Air Theatre is run by a non-profit association and they are very excited about hosting again a group of international volunteers. This project is perfect for everyone who is interested in theatres and wants to have a look behind the scenes! Have a look at the theatre here: www.naturtheater.de
The association was first founded by Gustav Müller over 100 years ago, after the first World War, in his quest of dedicating his life to something that would unite people: art. In 1919 not only did Müller materialize this idea, but also managed to host several productions at the concert stage.
Nowadays, with over 500 members of all ages, the 'Naturtheater Heidenheim' association is one of the most popular organizations in the city of Heidenheim and its surrounding area.
Titolo
SEEDS 013. ENVIRONMENT and PHOTOGRAPHY
Periodo
25/04/2024 -
04/05/2024
Dove
Islanda
Età
18-99
Codice
SEEDS 013
Contributo
140 € + 650
EUR
Lavoro
SEEDS programme combines learning, sharing, hands-on activities, getting to know Iceland, its culture, having fun, exploring the city and its attractions, as stunning natural attractions in possible excursions. Participants should prepare to share environmental issues from their countries and should be ready to spend time outdoors walking medium distances during activities and sightseeing. Note this project is a learning/sharing camp and not a standard workcamp. This project has a smaller volunteer work part and puts a bigger emphasis on the personal learning process than on the community impact.One of the two options below is also included in this camp as a hands-on volunteering activity day:1. A day trip to the Hot River area, combined with a cleanup or work with an environmental project in the area, or2. A day trip to the Reykjanes peninsula, combined with a coastal cleanup in the area.
Luogo
Reykjavik is a dynamic, modern city which lives in harmony with nature, using renewable energy sources. The world s northernmost capital bridges the Atlantic, between Europe and North America. Reykjavik is spread across a peninsula with a panoramic view of the mountains and the Atlantic. It is an international city with a lively cosmopolitan cultural scene surrounded by beautiful nature.
Alloggio
SEEDS participants will stay in a house in Reykjavik. The facilities are basic with a kitchen, showers, and a washing machine. Everyone is expected to show consideration for their companions. Participants will sleep in shared rooms or dormitories. Please bring your own sleeping bag.Volunteers will receive food supplies and will be in charge of cooking and cleaning. Please note the food SEEDS provides will be vegetarian. Do not forget to bring some traditional/typical food, drinks, recipes, music, games or movies from your country for the intercultural evening. Please be aware some items or ingredients may be expensive in Iceland and you will need to buy them yourselves or bring them from your country.
Requisiti e materiali
articipation fee EUR 350 (Euros). The fee can either be transferred in advance via bank transfer, or paid in cash on arrival. The fee includes transportation from the meeting point to the camp (on the first day and one trip combined with the trash collection activity (Hot River or Reykjanes).Some excursions (e.g. to the Golden Circle and/or South Shore) can be arranged at discount fares if there is free time after the camp workshops/sessions. Weather may be cold or rainy, so we recommend bringing warm and/or waterproof clothes) and good walking shoes, as some of the activities take place outdoors.
Info appuntamento
NEAREST AIRPORT: KEF
NEAREST STATION: Bus station Reykjavik (BSI)
Organizzatore
During this camp, participants can share their love for (and learn more about) global and local environmental issues, as well as photography. If you are interested in topics such as climate change, waste management, animal protection and sustainability, and you also love taking photographs or want to develop your photography skills, then this project is for youWhile developing artistic and technical photography skills, you will be focusing on environmental and sustainability issues through non-formal activities such as workshops, discussions, presentations and visits facilitated by SEEDS. One of our aims is to help create more environmentally aware consumers and travellersYou will visit local projects on environment and conservation. These may include hands-on activities or guided visits. Some examples include outdoor cleanup tasks, a geothermal power plant, a local fauna and/or flora exhibition or an outdoor Icelandic culture museum. Some of these activities are dependent on conditions such as weather, as well as availability or restrictions of our partner organisations.You will also have time to put the theory about photography into practice, walking around and exploring the city. At the end of the camp, the best photographs from each participant are selected for an online exhibition on SEEDS social media. Participants should bring their own digital cameras, lenses, tripods and laptops if possible.
Titolo
Oi 17
Periodo
26/04/2024 -
30/04/2024
Dove
Giappone
Età
18-99
Codice
NICE-24V-0426A
Contributo
140 € + 9000
JPY
Lavoro
1) Supporting for harvesting and shipping during the peak of the Japanese star anise (shikimi) harvest season. 2) Supporting for harvesting and shipping of sudachi (Japanese citrus fruit) at the peak of harvest season. 3) Supporting for activities such as writing English guides in various places in the town for foreign pilgrims. 4) Cleaning of vacant houses, support for carrying out furniture, pruning of cedar cypress branches in abandoned mountain forests, picking up plastic rubbish from the sea and river, and utilization of vacant houses. 5) Maintenance of Asagimadara flying sites, maintenance of firefly flying sites, etc.
Luogo
Oi-cho, Anan city, Tokushima pref. 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!
Info appuntamento
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 take a local train from the meeting point to the campsite about 2.5 hours. Volunteers need to arrive at the meeting point at 14:00 on 1st day 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
Shirakami 2
Periodo
27/04/2024 -
03/05/2024
Dove
Giappone
Età
18-99
Codice
NICE-24S-0427A
Contributo
140 € + 9000
JPY
Lavoro
Work will be carried out in two locations, Ajigasawa and Hiranai. In Ajigasawa, volunteers will remove the snow fence of Shirakami Nature School, putting up a plastic greenhouse, chopping firewood, and digging and transport new saplings at the nursery. In Hiranai, work is carried out to remove dead saplings and replant new ones. The contents of work might be changed due to weather condition, so volunteers need to be flexible!
Luogo
Volunteers will work in Ajigasawa town and Hiranai town in Aomori prefecture. Aomori is located on the northernmost tip of Honshu Island. Shirakami Mountains located in southwest and the Mutsu-bay nestles between the eastern Shimokita and western Tsugaru Peninsulas. This is the good season for cherry blossom-viewing there. In this workcamp, volunteers doesn't have chance to go to Shirakami-sanchi world heritage place. Enjoy rich nature around accommodation, taking a walk at morning, hot spring, etc.
Alloggio
Shared room in school dormitory. Sleeping bag is needed! Meals will be cooked by volunteers by turns.
Requisiti e materiali
Volunteers should be prepared to work hard outside in good and bad weather and have high motivation for work in the forests actively with local people.
9,000 JPY (55 EUR by the rate on 2023 Nov. 18th) of "NICE Volunteers" fee need to be paid in advance either by Card or PayPal. This is used for the project preparation/ coordination such as the transportation of the camp leaders while the meals and the accommodation are provided by the local host by free.
Info appuntamento
NEAREST AIRPORT: TYO
NEAREST STATION: The nearest international airport is Tokyo (NRT or HND) from which it takes 7 hours by bullet train and local train or 10 hours by night bus and local train to the meeting point in Aomori pref. Vols. need to arrive at NRT or HND by 18:00 on Apr. 26 and can leave there after 22:00 on May 03. It is better to book flight on or after May 04.
Organizzatore
This project is actively working for SDG13 (Climate Action) and SDGs 15 (Life on Land), organized together with Shirakami Mountains Preservation Society (SMPS), since 2006. The Shirakami Mountains is one of Japanese valuable preserved natural forests consisting primarily of beech trees, registered as a World Natural Heritage in 1993. SMPS aims to preserve the natural beauty of the Shirakami Mountains by nurturing seedlings of beech trees, planting them, training mountain guide, etc. SMPS hosts tree-planting ceremony every June for preserving beech forests and promoting the value. They also preserve the forests near the Mutsu-bay, famous as production of scallops. Due to climate change, the sea water temperature increased abnormally in 2010, the most of scallops were dead, so SMPS started to preserve the forest there to let nutrient water flow to the ocean.
Titolo
Graffiti festival in Svitene Manor Park
Periodo
28/04/2024 -
07/05/2024
Dove
Lettonia
Età
18-99
Codice
YS-2024-02
Contributo
140 € + 250
EUR
Lavoro
Park Preparation for festival activities (April 28th - May 2nd):
• Clearing leaves and debris from the park.
• Cleaning and maintaining pathways.
• Setting up a fire pit area.
• Installing tents for festival participants.
• Preparing surfaces for graffiti art (e.g., there will be 20 - 26 large wooden slabs to be primed).
During the Festival (May 3rd - 5th):
• Assisting with the festival setup and ongoing needs.
• Cooking and serving campfire soup for participants.
• Participating in graffiti and discussion workshops, emphasizing the theme of diversity.
Post-Festival Activities (May5th - 6th):
• Assisting in cleaning and restoring the park.
• Debriefing and reflection sessions.
It's essential for volunteers to be adaptable, especially since the work is predominantly outdoors and the schedule might be influenced by weather conditions. This might mean that certain tasks or activities could be postponed or altered. No prior experience is required; however, the nature of the work demands good physical health and a genuine enthusiasm for outdoor activities.
Luogo
Every evening, volunteers from different countries will be in charge of presenting their country of origin and culture in an informal way. It can be a presentation, a game, theatre – the form of introduction is up to you! Therefore, we encourage you to bring along some food, photos, or anything interesting related to your country for a fun and informative evening amongst other volunteers.
Svitene village is 20 km from the municipal center of Bauska and 89 km from Latvia's vibrant capital, Riga, Svitene offers a harmonious blend of nature and history.
Svitene, with its rich history and natural beauty, is home to the Svitene Manor and it’s historical Park, a testament to Latvia's architectural and cultural legacy. Also it is surrounded by rich cultural and natural landmarks. Notably, in close proximity to Svitene is the Rundāle Palace, one of the most magnificent Baroque and Rococo architecture masterpieces in the Baltic region.
Additionally, nearby attractions include the Mežotne Hillfort, a site of ancient Semigallian settlements, the medieval Bauska Castle, and various other historical and scenic spots. These locations offer a blend of Latvia's rich history and breathtaking landscapes, ensuring that volunteers have a fulfilling and enriching experience during their free time.
This workcamp gives you the opportunity to spend an amazing time in Latvia with other international volunteers and to have an incredible experience where participants share their knowledge with each other while exploring creativity, environmental issues, and intercultural learning.
Alloggio
Volunteers will be housed in the Svitene Youth Center, located within the vicinity of the Svitene Manor Park. The Youth Center offers a spacious communal room for everyone to stay together. Situated on the second floor of the Svitenes Community Center (tautas nams), the facility provides shower amenities on the same floor, while the kitchen for meal preparations is on the ground floor. The environment is basic yet comfortable, ensuring a restful stay. Please bring your own sleeping bag.
Volunteers will receive food supplies and will be responsible for their cooking and cleaning. An intercultural evening will be organized, so we encourage you to bring traditional food, recipes, or drinks from your country.
Info appuntamento
NEAREST AIRPORT: RSC
NEAREST STATION: Bauska
Organizzatore
"Mums pieder pasaule" was founded in 2011 as a non-profit youth organization dedicated to community development and active citizenship. With a focus on sustainable development and community engagement, "Mums pieder pasaule" aims to create a positive impact to local community and nature through volunteer-driven initiatives and to improve the quality of life of young people in the countryside. The main activities that we offer are workshops, seminars and local events, but from 2024 – workcamps as well.
Titolo
STREET CHILDREN WELFARE
Periodo
01/05/2024 -
14/06/2024
Dove
India
Età
18-99
Codice
SMILE CTWC604
Contributo
140 € + 250
EUR
Lavoro
Target Group for these camps:- Helping Children from the street( mostly refugees) between 3-12 years old, of India to get basic education,vocational and hygienic training etc. Daily hundreds of children receives support at our different centres around the state of West Bengal. . Project Back ground :- India having uncountable numbers of street and slum dwellers . There are thousands of poor refugees coming every year from nearby countries and from different small towns and villages to the big cities and most of these families are living in a very poorly condition at slums and street corners . These families bring their children to help them in begging ,household work ,rag picking activities, even some girls been forcibly thrown to the dark life of prostitution. So it is really a shame of the so called civilised societies where we belong . We have got our ongoing projects for these unfortunate street children at the different locations of big cities. Now there are opportunities available for international youth volunteers as well to help and support these unfortunate girls and mothers of the street children in and around. Work and Activities :- Most important target of the project is to bring smile among these children and provide confidence and moral support to them .Volunteer would use different way of informal education technique to present a unique and attractive way of informal education programs for these kids .Most of these kids speaks local Bengali /Hindi language but they are very smart and intelligent, so teaching them with the support of local coordinator would not be so difficult ,just little bit of patience and involvement can solve this problem easily. All volunteers would go through orientation after arrival and local language classes also would be there during camp days. There would also be a workshop every evening when volunteers would prepare the next day lesson plan of action . Volunteers would also help local coordinator in other activities like giving shower food distribution, organising drama,story telling and entertainment games for the children.whole camp would be run under the supervision ofexperienced local project coordinator. SMILE society always tries to give international volunteers a big scope to know about the local communities and understand the family environment. Tentative Daily Schedule: Wake up early morning: 9:0am Breakfast :9:30 am Manual Actiont hour : .10-12 noon Lunch at 12:30-1p.m Lesson plan preparation time : 1-2:30 pmlate afternoon: 3:30- 6:30pm, work with childrenDinner: 7-7:30 pm ( volunteers required help themselves in serving ,washing ) After 8 pm exit door would be closed.No one allowed to go out or come in the accommodation after 8 pm everyday including weekends. 10 pm bed time Please remember that programme schedule or project site can be changed or altered by the Project In-charge if required and all volunteers are requested to cooperate with o
Luogo
location and leisure :-India is an amazing country with diverse culture and tradition, Interesting people Explore the country with exciting diversity .Kolkata ,the city of joy was known before as Calcutta since the colonial time. This ancient city was used to be the capital of British colonial period. This city has full of heart ,people are basically belongs to the middle class . There are also rich and poor people all around . City Kolkata is know for its busy traffic ,huge population ,warm welcome and poverty around the street corners It is a great place to visit for every tourist coming to India. More over if anyone get a chance to live with the local host family then that brings extra bonus to any traveler .It helps to learn the culture ,tradition,language while staying within the normal people of the society.Kolkata( itself is a great tourist place with its historical value ) is well connected with many famous and attractive tourist places during weekends . Organised Weekends Cultural City trip also available against extra cost of Euro 80/head for 2 days (8am-4pm during Saturday and Sunday ). Minimum 2 person required for the trip.
Alloggio
Accommodation: Dormitory basis in host family/school building as per available on arrival ( on cot with mattress/on floor with mattress, Common toilet and limited wifi available. 2-4 volunteers in one room on shared basis, (normally male and female separate room). You will get accommodation till 6 pm on the last day of your camp.We are unable to provide you any accommodation before or after these dates. Please arrange your own accommodation in case of early arrival or late departure .Early morning and after evening(6pm-8am) Airport transfers is not possible. You are requested to meet our representative at the meeting place on exact time given above. If you arrive early then you can have your stay in any of the different hotels available nearby Airport, within 2 -3 km .on the road popularly called as V.I.P road. You are requested to take any cab to check in any of these hotels. If you arrive at earlier night then you are requested to stay inside the airport terminal and meet at the next morning with our representative as per infosheet. Food: You will get 3 times local food from local host. Please do not expect any kind of special dishes (veg/non veg) or cold drinks or special living room or air conditioned room during your term. You are requested to get ready for a simple and challenging life.
Requisiti e materiali
REQUIREMENTS :-We need energetic your volunteer with open mind and ready to get their hand dirty. Volunteers need to be strong and flexible. India is a beautiful country but can be challenging for some people . Local culture,people are interesting. weather is hot and humid in summer but please t during winter ,so get ready to explore an amazing country with full of surprises . Due to big cultural differences some volunteer might face cultural shock Our request to all New comers please read about India and Indian culture as much as possible before you apply for the project. If you got any queries ask us anytime. Do not forget to use our what s app for any doubts or questions. These are the documents we need on arrival :-Passport copyVISA copyPhotograph( recent colour copy)Parents permission letter if you are below 18 years.you should not have any criminal records. What to bring: You can follow traditional packing lists, small bag pack should be fine with locking access. Here are several items that would be particularly helpful for this volunteer experience: A bed sheetVaccination as per your local doctor. malaria medication flashlightumbrella mosquito repellent with DEET sunscreen alarm clock OR watch with alarm clock journal sleeping bagRain coat /umbrella during monsoon. Snacks from your country for kids, host family and volunteersMusic/ dress / special souvenir from your countryMedicine and first aid supplies for emergency personal useClothing: - fibrous (ex: linen or cotton or anything that is COOL and dries fast in natural sun) - for women, bring conservative clothing that covers the shoulders (ex: shirts with capped sleeves) NO shorts, bikinis, sleeveless clothes outside your own bed room (strictly).sandals head covering (bandanas, hat) towel that dries FAST.Mosquito net, Toilet paper, Soap and shampoo for personal use. Transportation : You will have to use the local available public transportation ( Train/Bus) the camp during your term. Airport transfer would be available only between 8am-6pm subject to prior confirmation. .SMILE Host family is at Madhyamgram which is at the north of the Kolkata city next to Kolkata Airport (8 km from Airport and 20 km from Kolkata city center). --------------------------
Info appuntamento
NEAREST AIRPORT: CCU
NEAREST STATION: CCU
Organizzatore
All IVS Network
Titolo
ORGANIC FARMING
Periodo
01/05/2024 -
15/05/2024
Dove
India
Età
18-99
Codice
SMILE OFWC 49
Contributo
140 € + 250
EUR
Lavoro
Target :- Encourage Urban organic farming among city dwellers and training youth volunteers .Camp Details:-Exciting workcamps at Smile ,India Save the mother planet Green House construction project in support of Rain water harvesting to grow vegetable for our street children everyday food requirement and to aware city dwellers how to grow vegetable even living in small apartment or lawn or even on the roof Recently we just completed the first phase of Rain water harvesting project where Rain water being stored for further use. Now we are going to start Roof top Green House project at our Building to Grow vegetables to help daily need of our Children at different projects . Group with motivated youth are welcome First we will construct the Green House and go for plantation there after. This project can help to grow organic vegetable and fruit . lets help us to bring revolution in horticulture and floriculture at our place . International volunteer would have learn how to grow vegetable in urban area where open space not available.Through organic way of green house farming how farming can be possible in backyard /roof/lawn or any other place available in any urban house . This project could resolve the food problem among urban based poor and lower middle class people. Even a person living on street can grow enough vegetable for him . Even this project can bring down environmental pollution level in cities if we can spread it around . There would be painting activities as well as cultural exchange programme as well Energetic youth group required.Your volunteers as individuals or groups welcome .Tentative Daily Schedule: Wake up early morning: 9:0am Breakfast :9:30 am Manual Actiont hour : .10-12 noon Lunch at 12:30-1p.m late afternoon: 2- 5:30pm, work at Nursary Dinner: 7-7:30 pm ( volunteers required help themselves in serving ,washing ) After 8 pm exit door would be closed.No one allowed to go out or come in the accommodation after 8 pm everyday including weekends. 10 pm bed time Please remember that programme schedule or project site can be changed or altered by the Project In-charge if required and all volunteers are requested to cooperate with our local members and partners. All schedule should be followed and mandatory for everyone to participate and contribute
Luogo
India is an amazing country with diverse culture and tradition, Interesting people Explore the country with exciting diversity .Kolkata ,the city of joy was known before as Calcutta since the colonial time. This ancient city was used to be the capital of British colonial period. This city has full of heart ,people are basically belongs to the middle class . There are also rich and poor people all around . City Kolkata is know for its busy traffic ,huge population ,warm welcome and poverty around the street corners It is a great place to visit for every tourist coming to India. More over if anyone get a chance to live with the local host family then that brings extra bonus to any traveler .It helps to learn the culture ,tradition,language while staying within the normal people of the society.Kolkata( itself is a great tourist place with its historical value ) is well connected with many famous and attractive tourist places during weekends . Organised Weekends Cultural City trip also available against extra cost of Euro 80/head for 2 days (8am-4pm during Saturday and Sunday ). Minimum 2 person required for the trip.
Alloggio
Accommodation: Dormitory basis in host family/school building as per available on arrival ( on cot with mattress/on floor with mattress, Common toilet and limited wifi available. 2-4 volunteers in one room on shared basis, (normally male and female separate room). You will get accommodation till 6 pm on the last day of your camp.We are unable to provide you any accommodation before or after these dates. Please arrange your own accommodation in case of early arrival or late departure .Early morning and after evening(6pm-8am) Airport transfers is not possible. You are requested to meet our representative at the meeting place on exact time given above. If you arrive early then you can have your stay in any of the different hotels available nearby Airport, within 2 -3 km .on the road popularly called as V.I.P road. You are requested to take any cab to check in any of these hotels. If you arrive at earlier night then you are requested to stay inside the airport terminal and meet at the next morning with our representative as per infosheet. Food: You will get 3 times local food from local host. Please do not expect any kind of special dishes (veg/non veg) or cold drinks or special living room or air conditioned room during your term. You are requested to get ready for a simple and challenging life.
Requisiti e materiali
We need energetic your volunteer with open mind and ready to get their hand dirty. Volunteers need to be strong and flexible. India is a beautiful country but can be challenging for some people . Local culture,people are interesting. weather is hot and humid in summer but please t during winter ,so get ready to explore an amazing country with full of surprises . Due to big cultural differences some volunteer might face cultural shock Our request to all New comers please read about India and Indian culture as much as possible before you apply for the project. If you got any queries ask us anytime. Do not forget to use our what s app for any doubts or questions. These are the documents we need on arrival :-Passport copyVISA copyPhotograph( recent colour copy)Parents permission letter if you are below 18 years.you should not have any criminal records. What to bring: You can follow traditional packing lists, small bag pack should be fine with locking access. Here are several items that would be particularly helpful for this volunteer experience: A bed sheetVaccination as per your local doctor. malaria medication flashlightumbrella mosquito repellent with DEET sunscreen alarm clock OR watch with alarm clock journal sleeping bagRain coat /umbrella during monsoon. Snacks from your country for kids, host family and volunteersMusic/ dress / special souvenir from your countryMedicine and first aid supplies for emergency personal useClothing: - fibrous (ex: linen or cotton or anything that is COOL and dries fast in natural sun) - for women, bring conservative clothing that covers the shoulders (ex: shirts with capped sleeves) NO shorts, bikinis, sleeveless clothes outside your own bed room (strictly).sandals head covering (bandanas, hat) towel that dries FAST.Mosquito net, Toilet paper, Soap and shampoo for personal use.
Info appuntamento
NEAREST AIRPORT: CCU
NEAREST STATION: CCU
Organizzatore
All IVS networks.
Titolo
PAINTING and RENOVATION OF SCHOOL BUILDING
Periodo
01/05/2024 -
15/05/2024
Dove
India
Età
18-99
Codice
SMILE PRWC 18
Contributo
140 € + 250
EUR
Lavoro
Work: International volunteers will help the organisation to repaint and renovation of the school building for Street Children under the supervision of Camp Incharge. This camp included with manual activities mostly during the day time. Afternoon time volunteers will have a chance to do cultural exchange, language Exchange and workshops. Tentative Daily Schedule: Wake up early morning: 9:0am Breakfast :9:30 am Manual Actiont hour : .10-12 noon Lunch at 12:30-1p.m late afternoon: 2- 5:30pm, work at Nursary Dinner: 7-7:30 pm ( volunteers required help themselves in serving ,washing ) After 8 pm exit door would be closed.No one allowed to go out or come in the accommodation after 8 pm everyday including weekends. 10 pm bed time Please remember that programme schedule or project site can be changed or altered by the Project In-charge if required and all volunteers are requested to cooperate with our local members and partners. All schedule should be followed and mandatory for everyone to participate and contribute
Luogo
India is an amazing country with diverse culture and tradition, Interesting people Explore the country with exciting diversity .Kolkata ,the city of joy was known before as Calcutta since the colonial time. This ancient city was used to be the capital of British colonial period. This city has full of heart ,people are basically belongs to the middle class . There are also rich and poor people all around . City Kolkata is know for its busy traffic ,huge population ,warm welcome and poverty around the street corners It is a great place to visit for every tourist coming to India. More over if anyone get a chance to live with the local host family then that brings extra bonus to any traveler .It helps to learn the culture ,tradition,language while staying within the normal people of the society.Kolkata( itself is a great tourist place with its historical value ) is well connected with many famous and attractive tourist places during weekends . Organised Weekends Cultural City trip also available against extra cost of Euro 80/head for 2 days (8am-4pm during Saturday and Sunday ). Minimum 2 person required for the trip.
Alloggio
Accommodation: Dormitory basis in host family/school building as per available on arrival ( on cot with mattress/on floor with mattress, Common toilet and limited wifi available. 2-4 volunteers in one room on shared basis, (normally male and female separate room). You will get accommodation till 6 pm on the last day of your camp.We are unable to provide you any accommodation before or after these dates. Please arrange your own accommodation in case of early arrival or late departure .Early morning and after evening(6pm-8am) Airport transfers is not possible. You are requested to meet our representative at the meeting place on exact time given above. If you arrive early then you can have your stay in any of the different hotels available nearby Airport, within 2 -3 km .on the road popularly called as V.I.P road. You are requested to take any cab to check in any of these hotels. If you arrive at earlier night then you are requested to stay inside the airport terminal and meet at the next morning with our representative as per infosheet. Food: You will get 3 times local food from local host. Please do not expect any kind of special dishes (veg/non veg) or cold drinks or special living room or air conditioned room during your term. You are requested to get ready for a simple and challenging life.
Requisiti e materiali
We need energetic your volunteer with open mind and ready to get their hand dirty. Volunteers need to be strong and flexible. India is a beautiful country but can be challenging for some people . Local culture,people are interesting. weather is hot and humid in summer but please t during winter ,so get ready to explore an amazing country with full of surprises . Due to big cultural differences some volunteer might face cultural shock Our request to all New comers please read about India and Indian culture as much as possible before you apply for the project. If you got any queries ask us anytime. Do not forget to use our what s app for any doubts or questions. These are the documents we need on arrival :-Passport copyVISA copyPhotograph( recent colour copy)Parents permission letter if you are below 18 years.you should not have any criminal records. What to bring: You can follow traditional packing lists, small bag pack should be fine with locking access. Here are several items that would be particularly helpful for this volunteer experience: A bed sheetVaccination as per your local doctor. malaria medication flashlightumbrella mosquito repellent with DEET sunscreen alarm clock OR watch with alarm clock journal sleeping bagRain coat /umbrella during monsoon. Snacks from your country for kids, host family and volunteersMusic/ dress / special souvenir from your countryMedicine and first aid supplies for emergency personal useClothing: - fibrous (ex: linen or cotton or anything that is COOL and dries fast in natural sun) - for women, bring conservative clothing that covers the shoulders (ex: shirts with capped sleeves) NO shorts, bikinis, sleeveless clothes outside your own bed room (strictly).sandals head covering (bandanas, hat) towel that dries FAST.Mosquito net, Toilet paper, Soap and shampoo for personal use.
Info appuntamento
NEAREST AIRPORT: CCU
NEAREST STATION: CCU
Organizzatore
ALL IVS NETWORKS
Titolo
Special Olympics Belgium
Periodo
03/05/2024 -
15/05/2024
Dove
Belgio
Età
18-99
Codice
JAVVA24-01
Contributo
140 € + 0
€
Lavoro
For this edition of the Belgian National Games, volunteers will help on several aspects of the event logistics, such as assembling and dismantling of structures, building and putting up the decorations, transport and unloading of material, waste management.
Volunteers will work with several teams of the organisation before and after the Games. During the 3 days of competitions, volunteers will provide guidance to athletes for one of the disciplines of the competition: a precision ball sport, related to bowls and "pétanque" called Bocce.
The Opening Ceremony as well as the Torch Run will take place on May 9th while the Games will close the 11 of May.
Physical work will be asked to volunteers so it is important to take this into account. Volunteers will also have lighter tasks like guidance of athletes, decorations, waste management, etc.
Luogo
The 2024 National Games will take place at La Louvière, reachable by train from Brussels.
Alloggio
Volunteers will be accommodated in dormitories/bungalows on the Olympics Village site. Please bring a sleeping bag.
Meals will be taken with the different teams of the organisation and will be prepared by local volunteers. Vegetarian food will be available but should be asked in advance.
Info appuntamento
NEAREST AIRPORT: BRU
NEAREST STATION: La Louvière train station
Organizzatore
Every year, Special Olympics Belgium organises the National Games. In 2024, the Games will be held in La Louvière. More than 3,000 athletes, accompanied by 1,200 coaches, are taking part in the Games in around twenty sports disciplines.
Changing the lives of people with intellectual disabilities through sport and promoting their social inclusion. This has been the mission of Special Olympics since it was founded in 1968 by Eunice Kennedy Shriver in the United States. And it works! Since then, Special Olympics has become an international movement active in 193 countries, with more than 5.5 million athletes with a mental disability taking part in adapted sports training and Olympic-type sports competitions, as well as participating in the Healthy Athletes Programme and much more.
Special Olympics Belgium was founded in 1979 and is officially recognized by the Belgian Olympic and Interfederal Committee. It organises National Games every year (alternatively in Flanders, Brussels and Wallonia) and send delegations of Belgian athletes to the Winter and Summer Special Olympics World Games. These competitions are open to any athlete with intellectual disability who regularly practise a sport at his/her own level. More than just a physical and sport training, these activities enhance the social development of the athletes.
Titolo
Oi 18
Periodo
03/05/2024 -
07/05/2024
Dove
Giappone
Età
18-99
Codice
NICE-24V-0503A
Contributo
140 € + 9000
JPY
Lavoro
1) Supporting for harvesting and shipping during the peak of the Japanese star anise (shikimi) harvest season. 2) Supporting for harvesting and shipping of sudachi (Japanese citrus fruit) at the peak of harvest season. 3) Supporting for activities such as writing English guides in various places in the town for foreign pilgrims. 4) Cleaning of vacant houses, support for carrying out furniture, pruning of cedar cypress branches in abandoned mountain forests, picking up plastic rubbish from the sea and river, and utilization of vacant houses. 5) Maintenance of Asagimadara flying sites, maintenance of firefly flying sites, etc.
Luogo
Oi-cho, Anan city, Tokushima pref. 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!
Info appuntamento
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 take a local train from the meeting point to the campsite about 2.5 hours. Volunteers need to arrive at the meeting point at 14:00 on 1st day 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
SEEDS 015. ENVIRONMENT and PHOTOGRAPHY - MAY
Periodo
05/05/2024 -
14/05/2024
Dove
Islanda
Età
18-99
Codice
SEEDS 015
Contributo
140 € + 650
EUR
Lavoro
SEEDS programme combines learning, sharing, hands-on activities, getting to know Iceland, its culture, having fun, exploring the city and its attractions, as stunning natural attractions in possible excursions. Participants should prepare to share environmental issues from their countries and should be ready to spend time outdoors walking medium distances during activities and sightseeing. Note this project is a learning/sharing camp and not a standard workcamp. This project has a smaller volunteer work part and puts a bigger emphasis on the personal learning process than on the community impact.One of the two options below is also included in this camp as a hands-on volunteering activity day:1. A day trip to the Hot River area, combined with a cleanup or work with an environmental project in the area, or2. A day trip to the Reykjanes peninsula, combined with a coastal cleanup in the area.
Luogo
Reykjavik is a dynamic, modern city which lives in harmony with nature, using renewable energy sources. The world s northernmost capital bridges the Atlantic, between Europe and North America. Reykjavik is spread across a peninsula with a panoramic view of the mountains and the Atlantic. It is an international city with a lively cosmopolitan cultural scene surrounded by beautiful nature.
Alloggio
SEEDS participants will stay in a house in Reykjavik. The facilities are basic with a kitchen, showers, and a washing machine. Everyone is expected to show consideration for their companions. Participants will sleep in shared rooms or dormitories. Please bring your own sleeping bag.Volunteers will receive food supplies and will be in charge of cooking and cleaning. Please note the food SEEDS provides will be vegetarian. Do not forget to bring some traditional/typical food, drinks, recipes, music, games or movies from your country for the intercultural evening. Please be aware some items or ingredients may be expensive in Iceland and you will need to buy them yourselves or bring them from your country.
Requisiti e materiali
Participation fee EUR 350 (Euros). The fee can either be transferred in advance via bank transfer, or paid in cash on arrival. The fee includes transportation from the meeting point to the camp (on the first day and one trip combined with the trash collection activity (Hot River or Reykjanes).Some excursions (e.g. to the Golden Circle and/or South Shore) can be arranged at discount fares if there is free time after the camp workshops/sessions. Weather may be cold or rainy, so we recommend bringing warm and/or waterproof clothes) and good walking shoes, as some of the activities take place outdoors.
Info appuntamento
NEAREST AIRPORT: KEF
NEAREST STATION: Bus station Reykjavik (BSI)
Organizzatore
During this camp, participants can share their love for (and learn more about) global and local environmental issues, as well as photography. If you are interested in topics such as climate change, waste management, animal protection and sustainability, and you also love taking photographs or want to develop your photography skills, then this project is for youWhile developing artistic and technical photography skills, you will be focusing on environmental and sustainability issues through non-formal activities such as workshops, discussions, presentations and visits facilitated by SEEDS. One of our aims is to help create more environmentally aware consumers and travellersYou will visit local projects on environment and conservation. These may include hands-on activities or guided visits. Some examples include outdoor cleanup tasks, a geothermal power plant, a local fauna and/or flora exhibition or an outdoor Icelandic culture museum. Some of these activities are dependent on conditions such as weather, as well as availability or restrictions of our partner organisations.You will also have time to put the theory about photography into practice, walking around and exploring the city. At the end of the camp, the best photographs from each participant are selected for an online exhibition on SEEDS social media. Participants should bring their own digital cameras, lenses, tripods and laptops if possible.
Titolo
CAMPO DISPONIBILE PER GRUPPI Painting and renovation of school building
Periodo
05/05/2024 -
16/05/2024
Dove
India
Età
18-70
Codice
SMILEPRWC19
Contributo
140 € + 250
€
Progetto
Our foremost goal is to "Bring Smile around" We ensure that all volunteers are provided with a safe
and enriching experience. Our flexible approach means that you will be given a placement to suit your
needs and time scale. All international students are also welcome to take part in our projects. Our
unique placements could become the trip of a lifetime.
Work: International volunteers will help the organisation to repaint and renovation of the school
building for Street Children under the supervision of Camp Incharge. This camp included with manual
activities mostly during the day time. Afternoon time volunteers will have a chance to do cultural
exchange, language Exchange and workshops.
Lavoro
Work: International volunteers will help the organisation to repaint and renovation of the school
building for Street Children under the supervision of Camp Incharge. This camp included with manual
activities mostly during the day time. Afternoon time volunteers will have a chance to do cultural
exchange, language Exchange and workshops.
Luogo
India is an amazing country with diverse culture and tradition, Interesting people ! Explore the country
with exciting diversity .Kolkata ,the city of joy was known before as Calcutta since the colonial time.
This ancient city was used to be the capital of British colonial period. This city has full of heart ,people
are basically belongs to the middle class . There are also rich and poor people all around . City Kolkata
is know for its busy traffic ,huge population ,warm welcome and poverty around the street corners! It
is a great place to visit for every tourist coming to India. More over if anyone get a chance to live with
the local host family then that brings extra bonus to any traveler .It helps to learn the culture
,tradition,language while staying within the normal people of the society.Kolkata( itself is a great
tourist place with its historical value ) is well connected with many famous and attractive tourist
places during weekends . Organised Weekends Cultural City trip also available against extra cost of
Euro 80/head for 2 days (8am-4pm during Saturday & Sunday ). Minimum 2 person required for the
trip.
Attività formative
India is an amazing country with diverse culture and tradition, Interesting people ! Explore the country
with exciting diversity .Kolkata ,the city of joy was known before as Calcutta since the colonial time.
This ancient city was used to be the capital of British colonial period. This city has full of heart ,people
are basically belongs to the middle class . There are also rich and poor people all around . City Kolkata
is know for its busy traffic ,huge population ,warm welcome and poverty around the street corners! It
is a great place to visit for every tourist coming to India. More over if anyone get a chance to live with
the local host family then that brings extra bonus to any traveler .It helps to learn the culture
,tradition,language while staying within the normal people of the society.Kolkata( itself is a great
tourist place with its historical value ) is well connected with many famous and attractive tourist
places during weekends . Organised Weekends Cultural City trip also available against extra cost of
Euro 80/head for 2 days (8am-4pm during Saturday & Sunday ). Minimum 2 person required for the
trip.
Alloggio
Accommodation: Dormitory basis in host family/school building as per available on arrival ( on cot
with mattress/on floor with mattress, Common toilet and limited wifi available. 2-4 volunteers in one
room on shared basis, (normally male & female separate room). You will get accommodation till 6 pm
on the last day of your camp.We are unable to provide you any accommodation before or after these
dates. Please arrange your own accommodation in case of early arrival or late departure .Early
morning and after evening(6pm-8am) Airport transfers is not possible. You are requested to meet our
representative at the meeting place on exact time given above. If you arrive early then you can have
your stay in any of the different hotels available nearby Airport, within 2 -3 km .on the road popularly
called as V.I.P road. You are requested to take any cab to check in any of these hotels. If you arrive at
earlier night then you are requested to stay inside the airport terminal and meet at the next morning
with our representative as per infosheet.
Food: You will get 3 times local food from local host. Please do not expect any kind of special dishes
(veg/non veg) or cold drinks or special living room or air conditioned room during your term. You are
requested to get ready for a simple and challenging life
Requisiti e materiali
We need energetic your volunteer with open mind and ready to get their hand dirty. Volunteers need
to be strong and flexible. India is a beautiful country but can be challenging for some people . Local
culture,people are interesting. weather is hot and humid in summer but please t during winter ,so get
ready to explore an amazing country with full of surprises . Due to big cultural differences some
volunteer might face cultural shock! Our request to all New comers please read about India and Indian
culture as much as possible before you apply for the project. If you got any queries ask us anytime.
Do not forget to use our what's app for any doubts or questions.
These are the documents we need on arrival :-
*Passport copy
*VISA copy
*Photograph( recent colour copy)
*Parents permission letter if you are below 18 years.
*you should not have any criminal records
Meeting Point: At 12 noon outside the Kolkata (international terminal gate 4A) airport arrival gate on
the first day of your camo. Or as per arrival details. Transfer available between 8 am-6pm
only( subject prior confirmation).Please contact us if required.
Transportation : You will have to use the local available public transportation ( Train/Bus) the camp
during your term. Airport transfer would be available only between 8am-6pm subject to prior
confirmation. .
SMILE Host family is at Madhyamgram which is at the north of the Kolkata city next to Kolkata
Airport (8 km from Airport and 20 km from Kolkata city center)
Info appuntamento
NEAREST AIRPORT: kolkata
Organizzatore
Partner: : An internarional platform to exchange culture and language is the main theam of this
camp.SMILE Society ( Situational Management & Inter Learning Establishment Society) is a registered
NGO & NPO working in the field of International volunteering.Our mission is to provide volunteers with
a customized program that will enable them to make an important contribution to the poor and needy
kids of India. In the past several years, we have placed many volunteers around various parts of India
within different projects.
Our foremost goal is to "Bring Smile around" We ensure that all volunteers are provided with a safe
and enriching experience. Our flexible approach means that you will be given a placement to suit your
needs and time scale. All international students are also welcome to take part in our projects. Our
unique placements could become the trip of a lifetime.
Titolo
VOLUNTEER FOR VOLUNTEERISM
Periodo
05/05/2024 -
16/05/2024
Dove
Nepal
Età
18-60
Codice
VINWC24-09
Contributo
140 € + 200
EUR
Lavoro
Prepare a presentation on Volunteerism, identify local colleges and universities, visit them and present the topic, involve in hands-on activities locally, develop the social media contents- like videos, PPP, involve on VIN s ongoing program like children, women, environment etc.
Luogo
Jitpurphedi, Tarakeshwor, Kathmandu: Jitpurphedi community is located in the outskirts of Kathmandu District. It is around 10-15 km from the main ring road to Balaju, Kathmandu, covered with hills, fields, and woods.VIN will take you on half-day cultural sightseeing. Either before, during, or after your work camp. VIN also organizes weekends travel tours to Chitwan Jungle Safari, Pokhara, Nagarkot at an additional cost if you are interested.
Alloggio
The volunteers will stay with the host family/hostel identified by VIN. The living facilities are simple and basic. Male and female volunteers will share the same living area with separate rooms. The volunteers sleep on simple beds/mattresses. Please bring your sleeping bag. Nepali Standard at a local host family i 3 meals a day
Requisiti e materiali
-Basic English should be spoken among the participants and childrenApplication for Placement Booking Volunteers must apply to our partner organizations in their own country. Attach your updated resume / curriculum vitae (CV) with two referee contact details (referees can be for your work/university/family); Await confirmation from VIN for acceptance. You will have to produce a photocopy of your passport and of your visa as well as a passport photo. English is spoken among the participants.
Info appuntamento
NEAREST AIRPORT: KTM
NEAREST STATION: Kathmandu
Organizzatore
Volunteerism is a form of helping in which people actively seek out opportunities to assist others in need, make considerable and continuing commitments to assist, and sustain these commitments over extended periods, often at considerable personal cost.Volunteering keeps you in regular contact with others and helps you develop a solid support system, protecting you against stress and depression when you re going through challenging times. Volunteerism strengthens civic engagement, safeguards social inclusion, deepens solidarity, and solidifies ownership of development results. Community development is possible through Volunteerism. VIN aims to develop volunteering concept among the local youths of the local community and universities through this project
Titolo
Songkhla Toward World Heritage Site 6-18/05 2024
Periodo
06/05/2024 -
18/05/2024
Dove
Thailandia
Età
18-70
Codice
VSA2405
Contributo
140 € + 11500
THB
Lavoro
Participants will attend the Media Contents Creator Workshop, learn and visit Songkhla history exhibition and historical old town. Then create the content by their own skills.
The output will be present in VSA website and social media and local coopration medias.
Luogo
Address:
Rajaprajanugroh 24 School Ban Namrin Thungruangthong Chun, Phayao Thailand
Leisure
Local temple, Songkhla old town and beach.
Alloggio
At Learning center, share one big room, thin mattres provided. Food will be provided.
Recommend to buy data sim card as the accommodation place is huge and the internet may not really stable.
Info appuntamento
NEAREST AIRPORT: HDY
NEAREST STATION: Hat Yai train station, Hat Yai bus station
Organizzatore
The project aims at creating digital content about Thai World Heritage and at using online social media and platforms to stimulate interest and raise awareness of world heritage in terms of its values, of youth and community ownership, and of concrete actions to preserve it and become active agents for the safeguarding of its historic, cultural and social values.
Songkhla is one of the provinces in Thailand intended to be a Unesco World Heritage town. Songkhla heritage trust committees are structuring the local wisdom to present to the Unesco World Heritage Committee.
The camp will be part of raising awareness of Songkhla town values and Cultural-Tourism.
Titolo
Oi 19
Periodo
10/05/2024 -
14/05/2024
Dove
Giappone
Età
18-99
Codice
NICE-24V-0510A
Contributo
140 € + 9000
JPY
Lavoro
1) Supporting for harvesting and shipping during the peak of the Japanese star anise (shikimi) harvest season. 2) Supporting for harvesting and shipping of sudachi (Japanese citrus fruit) at the peak of harvest season. 3) Supporting for activities such as writing English guides in various places in the town for foreign pilgrims. 4) Cleaning of vacant houses, support for carrying out furniture, pruning of cedar cypress branches in abandoned mountain forests, picking up plastic rubbish from the sea and river, and utilization of vacant houses. 5) Maintenance of Asagimadara flying sites, maintenance of firefly flying sites, etc.
Luogo
Oi-cho, Anan city, Tokushima pref. 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!
Info appuntamento
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 take a local train from the meeting point to the campsite about 2.5 hours. Volunteers need to arrive at the meeting point at 14:00 on 1st day 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
NPGP S1B
Periodo
14/05/2024 -
19/05/2024
Dove
Sri Lanka
Età
18-99
Codice
NICE-24S-0514A
Contributo
140 € + 180
EUR
Lavoro
Project consists of two parts. First three days we are supporting domestic level small scall income generating activities for the selected 2 or 3 families in the village. Second four days we move around villages to meet members of the womenÔÇÖs group/members of the self-help group, kindergarten kids, youths, etc. During the second part, we are sharing with volunteers stories and culture with family/ village youths/village level organizations members and support to do their daily work. On the last day morning volunteers visit the village kindergarten/village temple/church/Kovil.
Luogo
Located at 134km from Colombo. This is a rural area and located among mountains. 620m above sea level. People are mainly depending on agriculture. It is close to ancient kingdoms called Kandy (24km). This area has beautiful landscapes, mountains, ancient temple etc. Some tea plantations and man-made forests plots also can be seen here. Organizing cultural exchange events, Excursion, Environmental Education, Expeditions, Farewell party, etc.
Alloggio
Volunteers are going to stay at a village house with limited facilities. Electricity, cleaned drinking water, beds, pillows, and toilets are available. Internet facility is good. But no Wi-Fi. Cloths can be washed by hand and can hang outside to dry.
Requisiti e materiali
High motivation to work while experiencing different type of life style, accept challenges, adopt to local environment, sharing with local communities, respect and accept local life and culture.
Info appuntamento
NEAREST STATION: Colombo - Volunteers need to arrive at Katunayake Bandaranayake International Airport by the end of May 13 and can leave there after 20:00 of May 23. 6 hours by bus to the site. You will meet at the Colombo Government bus terminal in the morning on the first day.
Organizzatore
This project is actively working for SDG 1 (No poverty) and SDGs 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), organized together with Green Volunteers for Green Future (GV4GF) since 2012 (since 2023 in this place!). Total area was a tea plantation until Independence (in 1948) and after that government took the administration. Some parts were abandoned and some parts distributed among people. This is a kind of traditional village; some families are living here more than 100 years. Agriculture and Tea plantation is the main livelihoods in this area. People who have no lands to cultivate are engaging other domestic livelihoods such as, packeting and distribute spices, mushroom plantation etc. Very few people are working at the city or for government. This area is not a popular destination among the locals or foreigners because of difficulty to access common facilities. After covid pandemic community are trying to reestablish their agricultural work and other livelihoods. Not only pandemic, but also economic crisis impacted every sector in Sri Lanka. These sectors are trying to reestablish their own work but they need external assistances to continue their work. We are going to help domestic level livelihoods running by villagers. While visiting community, volunteers can experience real life of Sri Lanka and experience the nature of the local life. Community can get awareness about lifestyle of developed countries that they cannot experienced in their local lives.
Titolo
SEEDS 017. ENVIRONMENT and PHOTOGRAPHY - SUMMER
Periodo
15/05/2024 -
25/05/2024
Dove
Islanda
Età
18-28
Codice
SEEDS 017
Contributo
140 € + 650
EUR
Lavoro
SEEDS programme combines learning, sharing, hands-on activities, getting to know Iceland, its culture, having fun, exploring the city and its attractions, as stunning natural attractions in possible excursions. Participants should prepare to share environmental issues from their countries and should be ready to spend time outdoors walking medium distances during activities and sightseeing. Note this project is a learning/sharing camp and not a standard workcamp. This project has a smaller volunteer work part and puts a bigger emphasis on the personal learning process than on the community impact.One of the two options below is also included in this camp as a hands-on volunteering activity day:1. A day trip to the Hot River area, combined with a cleanup or work with an environmental project in the area, or2. A day trip to the Reykjanes peninsula, combined with a coastal cleanup in the area.
Luogo
Reykjavik is a dynamic, modern city which lives in harmony with nature, using renewable energy sources. The world s northernmost capital bridges the Atlantic, between Europe and North America. Reykjavik is spread across a peninsula with a panoramic view of the mountains and the Atlantic. It is an international city with a lively cosmopolitan cultural scene surrounded by beautiful nature.
Alloggio
SEEDS participants will stay in a house in Reykjavik. The facilities are basic with a kitchen, showers, and a washing machine. Everyone is expected to show consideration for their companions. Participants will sleep in shared rooms or dormitories. Please bring your own sleeping bag.Volunteers will receive food supplies and will be in charge of cooking and cleaning. Please note the food SEEDS provides will be vegetarian. Do not forget to bring some traditional/typical food, drinks, recipes, music, games or movies from your country for the intercultural evening. Please be aware some items or ingredients may be expensive in Iceland and you will need to buy them yourselves or bring them from your country.
Requisiti e materiali
Participation fee EUR 350 (Euros). The fee can either be transferred in advance via bank transfer, or paid in cash on arrival. The fee includes transportation from the meeting point to the camp (on the first day and one trip combined with the trash collection activity (Hot River or Reykjanes).Some excursions (e.g. to the Golden Circle and/or South Shore) can be arranged at discount fares if there is free time after the camp workshops/sessions. Weather may be cold or rainy, so we recommend bringing warm and/or waterproof clothes) and good walking shoes, as some of the activities take place outdoors.
Info appuntamento
NEAREST AIRPORT: KEF
NEAREST STATION: Bus station: Central Reykjavik (BS).
Organizzatore
During this camp, participants can share their love for (and learn more about) global and local environmental issues, as well as photography. If you are interested in topics such as climate change, waste management, animal protection and sustainability, and you also love taking photographs or want to develop your photography skills, then this project is for youWhile developing artistic and technical photography skills, you will be focusing on environmental and sustainability issues through non-formal activities such as workshops, discussions, presentations and visits facilitated by SEEDS. One of our aims is to help create more environmentally aware consumers and travellersYou will visit local projects on environment and conservation. These may include hands-on activities or guided visits. Some examples include outdoor cleanup tasks, a geothermal power plant, a local fauna and/or flora exhibition or an outdoor Icelandic culture museum. Some of these activities are dependent on conditions such as weather, as well as availability or restrictions of our partner organisations.You will also have time to put the theory about photography into practice, walking around and exploring the city. At the end of the camp, the best photographs from each participant are selected for an online exhibition on SEEDS social media. Participants should bring their own digital cameras, lenses, tripods and laptops if possible.