🌍 Introduction
This ESC volunteering project in Blagoevgrad offers a dynamic experience focused on youth empowerment, sustainability, and active participation. Hosted by Active Bulgarian Society (ABS), the project brings together young people to promote European values, environmental awareness, and community engagement through non-formal education.
Volunteers will actively contribute to the organisation’s mission by designing and implementing activities, promoting Erasmus+ and ESC opportunities, and engaging with the local community through creative and educational initiatives.
📌 Activity Dates
1 April 2026 – 16 June 2026
📅 Application Deadline
Not specified
👥 Eligible Countries
🇦🇹 Austria, 🇧🇪 Belgium, 🇭🇷 Croatia, 🇨🇾 Cyprus, 🇨🇿 Czechia, 🇩🇰 Denmark, 🇪🇪 Estonia, 🇫🇮 Finland, 🇫🇷 France, 🇵🇫 French Polynesia, 🇹🇫 French Southern and Antarctic Territories, 🇩🇪 Germany, 🇬🇷 Greece, 🇭🇺 Hungary, 🇮🇸 Iceland, 🇮🇪 Ireland, 🇮🇹 Italy, 🇱🇻 Latvia, 🇱🇮 Liechtenstein, 🇱🇹 Lithuania, 🇱🇺 Luxembourg, 🇲🇹 Malta, 🇲🇪 Montenegro, 🇳🇱 Netherlands, 🇲🇰 North Macedonia, 🇳🇴 Norway, 🇵🇱 Poland, 🇵🇹 Portugal, 🇷🇴 Romania, 🇷🇸 Serbia, 🇸🇰 Slovakia, 🇸🇮 Slovenia, 🇪🇸 Spain, 🇸🇪 Sweden
🧩 Activities & Methodology
🌱 Organising clean-up actions and sustainability campaigns
🎨 Running art clubs, DIY workshops, and eco-projects
📢 Promoting Erasmus+ and ESC through info sessions and school visits
📱 Creating digital content, articles, and social media campaigns
🚀 Developing and implementing personal community projects
🎯 Objectives
🌍 Promote youth participation and active citizenship
♻️ Raise awareness about sustainability and eco-friendly practices
📢 Increase visibility of Erasmus+ and ESC opportunities
🚀 Empower volunteers to take initiative and lead activities
🌍 Why This Volunteering
🌱 Opportunity to design and implement your own project
🎨 Strong focus on creativity and non-formal education
🤝 Work in an international and supportive environment
🏠 Accommodation & Food
🏡 Fully covered shared apartment (utilities included)
🍽️ Monthly allowance for food and personal expenses
📍 Accommodation located 10–15 minutes from city centre and office
💸 Financial Conditions
💶 Fully funded ESC project (accommodation, allowance, support)
✈️ Travel
✈️ Travel costs reimbursed according to ESC distance rules
🛬 Arrival & Departure
📍 Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria
🎓 Certification
📜 Youthpass certificate provided
♿ Accessibility
📍 Not specified
✅ Participant Profile
👥 Young people aged 18–24
🌱 Motivated, proactive, and open-minded
🤝 Interested in teamwork and intercultural learning
🎨 Willing to organise activities and learn new skills
💡 Open to working on sustainability and youth engagement topics
🗣️ Working Language
🇬🇧 English (basic communication level required)
📝 Application Method
📄 Apply via online form
📎 Application Link
📎 Additional Information
⚠️ Important Notice
1️⃣ Source of Information
This announcement has been prepared based on the information provided by the project coordinator.
2️⃣ Responsibility for Content
The project coordinator is solely responsible for the accuracy, details, and updates of the opportunity content.
3️⃣ Right to Modify or Withdraw
Coordinating organisations reserve the right to make changes after publication — including dates, activity details, or application deadlines — or to withdraw the announcement entirely.
4️⃣ Disclaimer of Liability
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💡 Final Note:
All listings are shared for informational purposes only. Please always verify details directly through the official project coordinator or programme website before applying.
