Are you passionate about history, human rights, and academic freedom? Join EuroClio in The Hague, Netherlands as a Researcher with the Network of Concerned Historians โ campaigning for the protection of historical freedom, ethical research, and documenting global censorship!
This is a unique chance to combine history, journalism, and human rights advocacy in an international organisation based in the heart of the Netherlands.
Curious about ESC? Read the complete guide: ESC complete guide
๐ฏ About the Project
You'll join the Network of Concerned Historians (NCH) at EuroClio to campaign for the protection of historical freedom, ethical research, and the documentation of censorship worldwide. This is a unique chance to gain hands-on experience in an interdisciplinary field combining history, human rights advocacy, journalism, and digital archiving.
You will research censorship of history and the persecution of historians worldwide and document cases for the NCH Annual Report.
๐ Your Activities
๐ฐ Compile information about censorship of history (unlawful curriculum revisions, restriction of archival access)
โ๏ธ Document persecution of bona fide history producers (murder, arrest, dismissal, travel bans)
๐ Construct an archive of global censorship since Ancient times
๐๏ธ Create a memorial for killed historians
๐ Build a database of history-related legal cases and professional codes of ethics
๐ Document cases for the NCH Annual Report
๐ Accommodation, Food & Transport
๐๏ธ Live in the Archipelbuurt in The Hague, in the EuroClio Secretariat building
๐๏ธ Private room, shared bathroom, kitchen, and dining area
๐ถ Fee based on 4 days' work
๐ก Accommodation costs covered (food not included)
๐ Weekends free for rest, cultural exploration, or visiting nearby cities
๐ Training
๐ On-arrival training in Assel, Netherlands (Don Bosco Youthnet Nederland)
๐ Mid-term training by Dutch National Agency
๐ค Ongoing mentoring from EuroClio Staff and the NCH coordinator
๐ก Regular meetings to develop your own ideas and projects
๐ Participant Profile
โ Aged 20โ30
โ Interested in living abroad for 12 months
โ Excited to work in an international team
โ Take initiative and communicate effectively in English
โ Contribute to project management
โ Motivated to explore history, human rights, advocacy, and digital archiving
โ Knowledge of other languages (beyond Dutch, English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, German) is an asset
๐ Priority for applicants from rural areas or with fewer opportunities to travel
โ๏ธ Writing sample required โ 500โ1000 words on academic freedom, politicisation of history, right to truth, or cultural heritage. Send to lauriane@euroclio.eu. Use of LLMs must be explicitly stated (samples go through AI recognition).
๐ Activity Topics
โ๏ธ Social challenges
๐ณ๏ธ Citizenship and democratic participation
๐ Education and training
๐บ๏ธ Eligible Countries
๐ฆ๐น Austria ยท ๐ง๐ช Belgium ยท ๐ง๐ฌ Bulgaria ยท ๐ญ๐ท Croatia ยท ๐จ๐พ Cyprus ยท ๐จ๐ฟ Czechia ยท ๐ฉ๐ฐ Denmark ยท ๐ช๐ช Estonia ยท ๐ซ๐ฎ Finland ยท ๐ซ๐ท France ยท ๐ฉ๐ช Germany ยท ๐ฌ๐ท Greece ยท ๐ญ๐บ Hungary ยท ๐ฎ๐ธ Iceland ยท ๐ฎ๐ช Ireland ยท ๐ฎ๐น Italy ยท ๐ฑ๐ป Latvia ยท ๐ฑ๐ฎ Liechtenstein ยท ๐ฑ๐น Lithuania ยท ๐ฑ๐บ Luxembourg ยท ๐ฒ๐น Malta ยท ๐ณ๐ฑ Netherlands ยท ๐ณ๐ด Norway ยท ๐ต๐ฑ Poland ยท ๐ท๐ด Romania ยท ๐ธ๐ฐ Slovakia ยท ๐ธ๐ฎ Slovenia ยท ๐ช๐ธ Spain ยท ๐ธ๐ช Sweden
๐ Activity Details
Location: Bankaplein 2, Den Haag, Netherlands
Dates: 1 September 2026 โ 31 August 2027 (52 weeks)
Activity type: Individual volunteering
Project code: 2026-1-NL02-ESC51-VTJ-000402334
๐ Deadline
22 July 2026
๐ Apply
https://youth.europa.eu/solidarity/opportunity/52346_en
๐ Writing sample to: lauriane@euroclio.eu
๏ปฟโ๏ธ How to write a motivation letter for ESC volunteering that actually gets read โ and remembered.A motivation letter is often the single most important part of your ESC application, yet most people write them too generically or too formally to make an impact. This guide walks you through what to include, what to leave out, how to structure your letter, and how to express genuine motivation without sounding like everyone else. Whether you're writing your first letter or rewriting one that didn't work, this is the guide you need. ๐ https://youthworkshub.org/6061/
๐ค What is a supporting organisation in ESC volunteering โ and why does it matter for you? Most people know about sending and hosting organisations in ESC projects, but the role of the supporting organisation is far less understood โ and far more important than it appears. This article clearly explains what a supporting organisation does, how it fits into the structure of an ESC project, and how its involvement directly affects the volunteer's experience and support throughout the programme. A must-read if you want to fully understand how ESC is structured. ๐ https://youthworkshub.org/6051/
๐ก What do organisations actually look for in an ESC volunteer? Getting selected for an ESC volunteering project isn't just about ticking boxes โ it's about showing the right combination of values, attitude, and genuine motivation. This article digs into the skills and personal qualities that make a real difference during the selection process, and explains why some candidates stand out while others don't. If you want to understand what a strong volunteer profile looks like before you apply, this is essential reading. ๐ https://youthworkshub.org/13941/
๐บ๏ธ Which countries can apply for Erasmus+ and ESC? โ The complete and up-to-date country list. A lot of people assume Erasmus+ and ESC are only available to European Union member states โ but the reality is much more inclusive. Programme countries, partner countries, and special eligibility rules mean that young people from far more places can participate than most realise. This article provides the full, up-to-date list of eligible countries for both Erasmus+ and ESC, with clear explanations of what each status means for applicants. ๐ https://youthworkshub.org/15124/
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