An ESC individual volunteering opportunity is open in Reykjavik, Iceland, within a long-standing environmental volunteer organisation dedicated to nature conservation, climate awareness, intercultural understanding and peace-building through voluntary service.
Climate change represents a serious threat to nature, wildlife and humanity. Rising global temperatures are leading to melting glaciers, increasing sea levels, forest fires and environmental degradation. Pollution, including waste in oceans, beaches and rivers, further intensifies the ecological crisis. Active engagement in environmental protection is therefore essential to counteract the impact of climate change.
The host organisation in Iceland was founded in 2005 as a non-governmental, non-profit volunteer organisation with an international focus. Its core mission is to promote environmental protection, raise ecological awareness, strengthen intercultural understanding and contribute to peace through voluntary work in social, cultural and ecological projects across Iceland. The project forms part of a broader series of environmental and solidarity camps organised in cooperation with various international partners.
📌 Activity Type
ESC Individual Volunteering
📍 Location
Reykjavik, Iceland 🇮🇸
📅 Activity Period
A total of 12 weeks during the period 01/12/2025 – 31/12/2027
🌱 Main Focus Areas
🌍 Environmental protection and climate awareness
🧹 Clean-up and ecological activities
🌊 Addressing pollution and waste issues
🤝 Intercultural exchange and community engagement
🕊️ Promoting peace and global solidarity
🏠 Accommodation & Living Conditions
🏡 Shared volunteer house in Reykjavik (up to 20 volunteers)
🛏️ Multi-bed rooms
🍽️ Shared kitchen, showers and washing machine
🥗 Vegetarian meals
🧹 Shared cooking and cleaning responsibilities
📍 Centrally located near shops, cafés and public transport
📶 No private Wi-Fi available
Living conditions are simple and community-oriented, encouraging cooperation, shared responsibility and intercultural exchange among volunteers.
👤 Participant Profile
Age according to ESC eligibility rules
Motivated to engage in environmental and climate-related activities
Responsible, punctual and respectful towards others
Able to live in shared accommodation with an international group
Volunteers are expected to:
✔ Respect agreed schedules
✔ Communicate in a friendly and positive way
✔ Act responsibly when working with young participants
✔ Avoid smoking or drinking in front of children
✔ Respect group rules and shared living arrangements
The project encourages openness, intercultural curiosity and willingness to actively contribute to environmental protection initiatives.
🌍 Eligible Country
Germany 🇩🇪
📅 Application Deadline
No application deadline specified
📌 Project Code
2025-1-DE04-ESC51-VTJ-000346757
🔗 Application & Information Link
Original ESC Portal Link: https://youth.europa.eu/solidarity/opportunity/49311_en
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