Fundatia Nationala pentru Tineret
București, Romania
⭐️ Activity Title
Youth centres for young people - Oradea Youth House
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🔷 Activity Details
Description
Embark on a transformative journey, where you use your skills in organizing activities that resonate with the needs of young people, while highlighting your personal strengths. Our main focus is on impacting the local youth aged 14 to 35. At the same time, we place a strong emphasis on your development as a volunteer. Every event and initiative offers you the opportunity to engage, learn, and grow through practical experiences. Main activity areas include: Facilitation: Prepare and deliver events/workshops/activities, evaluate & report them. Media and Promotion: Take photos and videos, write articles, create content for online promotion. Events Logistics: Help prepare spaces, set up equipment, make lists of materials, maintain activity spaces Outreach Actions: Distribute flyers, organize flash mobs and awareness campaigns.
Accommodation, food and transport arrangements
We've got your accommodation covered! You'll be staying in a cozy apartment for the entire project. The apartment comes with shared bedrooms (2 beds per room - same - gender room), a shared kitchen and bathroom, a chill common area, and with a high-speed internet connection. You'll be in charge of your own meals, but don't worry – there's a kitchen equipped for you to use, and you'll get a daily food allowance of 5 EUR. Plus, you'll receive some pocket money too, 4 EUR per day (which will be given to you in Romanian currency via bank transfer).
Training during the activity
Get ready for an exciting journey! Here’s what you can look forward to:
1. National Agency On-Board Training: You'll learn all about the European Solidarity Corps (ESC) and what to expect during your time here.
2. In-House On-Board Training: We’ve got a fantastic series of trainings lined up just for you on topics such as (but not limited to): Non-Formal Education, Facilitation Techniques, Human Rights Education, Safeguarding.
3. Ongoing Workshops: to deepen your knowledge and skills in the main activity areas.
Participant profile
Who are we looking for? Someone who is: Open minded We are assembling a diverse team to collaborate during the project. With members from various cultures and backgrounds, we will face challenges, but it is our collective responsibility to find solutions and work together effectively! Flexible Throughout this experience, you'll discover that organizing activities requires team-work and adaptability according to the beneficiaries and the needs of the community and we must always be prepared to adjust accordingly. Understanding Volunteering with the ESC is a great opportunity, and everyone involved, including community participants, should be respected for their beliefs, culture, sexual orientation, and more. Discrimination, including racism, sexism, or harassment, is not tolerated.
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🔑 Key Information
Activity dates
From 01/07/2026 to 31/01/2027
Activity location
str. Căderea Bastiliei, nr.11, București, Romania
Activity type
Individual volunteering
Looking for participants from
Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, French Polynesia, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Moldova, Montenegro, Netherlands, North Macedonia, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Ukraine
Activity topics
Social challenges
Citizenship and democratic participation
Education and training
Deadline for applications
Application deadline: 20/06/2026 12:30
Project code
2026-1-RO01-ESC51-VTJ-000402170
🔗 Official Project Page
https://youth.europa.eu/solidarity/opportunity/52337_en
Further details in the info pack: https://canva.link/ckq3yd0uu8t3bts !!! THE ONLY WAY TO APPLY IS THROUGH THE PORTAL !!!
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⚠️ Important Notice
1️⃣ Source of Information
This announcement has been prepared based on the information provided by the source.
2️⃣ No Affiliation
YouthWorks Hub is not the organiser, partner, or representative of the projects listed. All applications must be submitted directly to the project coordinator or hosting organisation through the original link, email, etc.
3️⃣ Content May Change
The project coordinator is solely responsible for the accuracy and details of the opportunity. Deadlines, eligible countries, activity dates, and other details may change, or the announcement may be withdrawn entirely, at any time after publication. Always check the original link before applying.
4️⃣ Funding
All funding, travel reimbursements, and allowances are determined and provided by the project coordinator or National Agency. YouthWorks Hub is not responsible for any payments or financial matters.
5️⃣ External Links
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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.
