Konjički klub Kolan - Udruga za aktivnosti i terapiju pomoću konja
Šibenik, Croatia
⭐️ Activity Title
Horse Therapy Long-Term Volunteering
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🔷 Activity Details
Description
Join us for a unique long-term volunteering experience in Šibenik, Croatia! Our project combines therapeutic horse riding for children with disabilities and sustainable farm care. We are looking for two volunteers that will assist in preparing horses, supporting therapy sessions, and caring for a variety of animals, including horses, donkeys, llamas, and more. You'll also help maintain the farm and learn ecological practices like composting and water conservation. This is a chance to develop empathy, teamwork, and practical skills, while contributing to social inclusion, animal welfare, and sustainability. Together, we create a supportive, multicultural environment where you can grow personally and professionally while making a real impact.
Accommodation, food and transport arrangements
The accommodation is provided by the coordinating/hosting organisation. The volunteers will receive pocket money and food allowance.
Training during the activity
Volunteers will attend 1-2 trainings provided by the Croatian National Agency (AMPEU, Agencija za mobilnost i programe EU), namely the "on-arrival training" and the "mid-term training". Participation in the trainings is subject to the overall duration of the volunteering service. The accommodation and the travel expenses for participation in both trainings are covered by the National Agency.
Participant profile
We are looking for two motivated, open-minded, and responsible volunteers to join our long-term European Solidarity Corps project in Šibenik, Croatia: - One volunteer starting in August 2026 - One volunteer starting in September 2026 Mobility period: 4-6 months + two additional travel days. Kolan is the perfect place for volunteers that: - enjoy working with animals and being outdoors - care about helping children with disabilities through therapeutic riding - are interested in sustainable living, ecological practices, and learning new skills - are ready to work in a team and contribute with empathy, initiative and a positive attitude No specific prior experience is required — only a willingness to learn, help, and adapt. We welcome volunteers who are respectful of diversity, eager to grow personally and professionally, and committed to making a meaningful impact in the community. Join us to care for animals, support children, and experience an unforgettable intercultural exchange. Apply now and become part of our team!
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🔑 Key Information
Activity dates
A total of 26 week(s) during the period 01/08/2026 to 01/03/2027
Activity location
Rakovo Selo 9, Šibenik, Croatia
Activity type
Individual volunteering
Looking for participants from
Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Montenegro, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Ukraine
Activity topics
Environment and natural protection
Health and wellbeing
Physical education and sport
Deadline for applications
Application deadline: 31/07/2026 17:30
Project code
2026-1-HR01-ESC51-VTJ-000402007
🔗 Official Project Page
https://youth.europa.eu/solidarity/opportunity/53300_en
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