🌍 Project Overview
This European Solidarity Corps (ESC) Individual Volunteering opportunity takes place on the island of Dønna, Norway, offering a unique chance to experience Norway beyond big cities. Volunteers will become part of a close-knit island community where solidarity, cooperation, and nature shape everyday life. The project focuses on community engagement, intercultural learning, creativity, and sustainable living, allowing volunteers to connect deeply with local people while contributing to meaningful social and cultural activities.
🎯 Main Volunteering Activities
🤝 Supporting youth activities and social gatherings for all ages
🗣️ Taking part in language cafés and intercultural exchanges
🎨 Contributing to cultural events, creative workshops, and community initiatives
🌍 Sharing daily life with locals and learning Norwegian traditions
💡 Bringing your own ideas and energy to community-based activities
🌿 Engaging with nature and outdoor life on a Norwegian island
🏡 Accommodation, Food & Transport
🏠 Accommodation in host families or fully equipped apartments in Solfjellsjøen
🍽️ All meals provided
🚍 Local transport covered
🌍 A safe, comfortable stay fully integrated into island life
🎓 Training & Learning Support
📘 Full introduction to tasks, community life, and local structures
🤝 Ongoing guidance and mentoring from the hosting team
🛠️ Learning through hands-on activities and teamwork with locals
🌍 Development of practical, digital, and intercultural skills
👤 Participant Profile
🎂 Aged 18–30
🌱 Curious, open-minded, and motivated to engage with local communities
🤝 Independent, flexible, creative, and hands-on
💻 Basic digital skills required
🌿 Interest in nature and outdoor activities is an advantage
🌍 Eager to learn about Norwegian culture, language, and island life
📍 Location
Dønna, Norway 🇳🇴
🧭 Activity Type
European Solidarity Corps – Individual Volunteering
🎯 Activity Topics
🤝 Social challenges
🧭 Reception and integration of refugees and migrants
🌿 Environment and natural protection
📚 Education and training
🎨 Creativity and culture
🌍 Eligible Applicant Countries
🇦🇱 Albania, 🇩🇿 Algeria, 🇦🇲 Armenia, 🇦🇼 Aruba, 🇦🇹 Austria, 🇦🇿 Azerbaijan, 🇧🇾 Belarus, 🇧🇪 Belgium, 🇧🇦 Bosnia and Herzegovina, 🇧🇬 Bulgaria, 🇭🇷 Croatia, 🇨🇾 Cyprus, 🇨🇿 Czech Republic, 🇩🇰 Denmark, 🇪🇬 Egypt, 🇪🇪 Estonia, 🇫🇮 Finland, 🇫🇷 France, 🇬🇪 Georgia, 🇩🇪 Germany, 🇬🇷 Greece, 🇭🇺 Hungary, 🇮🇸 Iceland, 🇮🇪 Ireland, 🇮🇱 Israel, 🇮🇹 Italy, 🇯🇴 Jordan, 🇱🇻 Latvia, 🇱🇧 Lebanon, 🇱🇮 Liechtenstein, 🇱🇹 Lithuania, 🇱🇺 Luxembourg, 🇲🇹 Malta, 🇲🇩 Moldova, 🇲🇪 Montenegro, 🇲🇦 Morocco, 🇳🇱 Netherlands, 🇲🇰 North Macedonia, 🇳🇴 Norway, 🇵🇸 Palestine, 🇵🇱 Poland, 🇵🇹 Portugal, 🇷🇴 Romania, 🇷🇸 Serbia, 🇸🇰 Slovakia, 🇸🇮 Slovenia, 🇪🇸 Spain, 🇸🇪 Sweden, 🇹🇷 Türkiye, 🇺🇦 Ukraine
📆 Activity Dates
From 01 September 2026 to 31 August 2027
⏰ Application Deadline
📅 20 January 2026 – 12:00
🔗 Application Link
https://youth.europa.eu/solidarity/opportunity/49357_en
📄 Project Code
2025-1-PL01-ESC51-VTJ-000366959
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