Asociación ÁGORA CULTURAL
Asociación Profesional y Familiar de Ayuda para la Integración del Discapacitado Psíquico ALBA
Valencia, Spain
⭐️ Activity Title
ESC JANUARY 2027 CO VICENTE PÉREZ - ALBA VALENCIA SPAIN
🌍 What is the European Solidarity Corps (ESC)? The ESC is the EU programme that funds young people aged 18–30 (up to 35 for humanitarian aid) to volunteer on solidarity projects across Europe, with travel, accommodation, food, insurance and monthly pocket money covered. This overview explains who can join, the project types, durations and how to apply. 👉 https://youthworkshub.org/esc
🔷 Activity Details
Description
We are looking for motivated volunteers from EU Programme Countries to join a meaningful volunteering experience supporting people with intellectual disabilities. This is a unique opportunity to make a real difference while developing valuable personal and professional skills.
Volunteers will work alongside experienced professionals and participate in a variety of activities, gaining practical experience while contributing to the users’ wellbeing, inclusion and personal development.
Main activities include:
- Sports: supporting monitors during sports activities, training sessions and preparation.
- Miscellanous workshops: assisting professionals and accompanying users during creative activities.
- Occupational and therapeutic workshops: supporting the preparation and development of occupational sessions, relaxation activities and therapeutic physical exercises.
- Outings: accompanying users and supporting monitors during organised trips and activities.
- Mealtimes: helping prepare the dining area and providing support to users who require greater assistance.
Volunteers will be encouraged to take an active role, learn from professionals and build meaningful relationships with the users in a respectful and inclusive environment.
Please note that visa support is not available for this position.
Accommodation, food and transport arrangements
Volunteers will live in a spacious shared flat in Torrente, a town close to Valencia with all essential services for everyday life. The flat is fully equipped and includes Wi-Fi.
Volunteers receive a monthly allowance for food, personal hygiene and cleaning products, as well as pocket money.
Local transport between the accommodation and the project venue is covered, with travel by public transport.
International travel costs are covered according to the distance calculated using the official EU Distance Calculator.
✍️ How do you write a motivation letter for ESC and Erasmus+? Research the project first, then follow a five-part structure that shows motivation, relevant skills and learning goals. This guide includes a full annotated example, how to adapt it per activity, and the mistakes that cause rejection. 👉 https://youthworkshub.org/esc-motivation-letter
Training during the activity
During the mobility, volunteers will take part in an on-arrival training and an evaluation session organised by the Spanish National Agency.
They will also receive training tailored to the specific thematic focus of the project.
Spanish language classes will be available throughout the entire mobility.
Through their participation, volunteers will develop valuable competences in organisational integration, social and intercultural skills, language learning and technical skills, while gaining meaningful practical experience.
Participant profile
No specific professional profile is required for this volunteering opportunity. We are looking for young people who are genuinely interested in working with and supporting people with intellectual disabilities, and who are willing to learn through practical experience.
We value candidates who are reliable, motivated, flexible, open-minded and respectful, with a positive attitude and a willingness to take on new challenges and step outside their comfort zone. The experience can be especially interesting for young people who want to develop new skills, gain practical experience or explore new professional directions after completing their studies.
Previous experience working with people with intellectual disabilities is welcomed and valued, but it is not a mandatory requirement. Similarly, a basic level of Spanish is an advantage for communication with users and the team, but candidates without Spanish skills are also encouraged to apply.
Skills or interests in artistic and creative activities, crafts or sports are particularly welcome, as they can enrich the activities offered at the centre. However, these skills are not essential: motivation, empathy, commitment and willingness to participate and learn are the qualities we value most.
💡 How do you prepare a strong Erasmus+ or ESC application? Read the call carefully, write specific motivation, show skills with examples, and state clear learning goals. This guide gives 10 practical tips plus the common mistakes that lead to rejection. 👉 https://youthworkshub.org/erasmus-application-tips
🔑 Key Information
Activity dates
From 10/01/2027 to 18/10/2027
Activity location
Calle Humanista Furió, 9-11, Valencia, Spain
Activity type
Individual volunteering
Looking for participants from
Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, French Polynesia, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Lithuania, Malta, Netherlands, New Caledonia, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Sweden
Activity topics
Social challenges
Deadline for applications
No application deadline
Project code
2026-1-ES02-ESC51-VTJ-000400764
⚖️ What's the difference between ESC and Erasmus+? The ESC is for volunteering and solidarity, while Erasmus+ is broad learning mobility (study, training, youth exchanges). This guide compares age, funding, duration and application route, and includes a "choose this if…" decision guide. 👉 https://youthworkshub.org/esc-vs-erasmus
🔗 Official Project Page
https://youth.europa.eu/solidarity/opportunity/54116_en
🔐 How do you register on the ESC Portal? You create an EU Login with two-factor authentication, then complete your profile on the official ESC Portal. This step-by-step guide also fixes common problems like "0 opportunities" and the country-list lock. 👉 https://youthworkshub.org/register-esc-portal
🩺 What insurance do ESC volunteers get? Every ESC volunteer gets free group insurance (currently Henner) that complements the EHIC and covers medical, accident, hospitalisation, liability and travel. This guide explains what's insured, the coverage period (home-to-return plus two months) and how your organisation enrols you. 👉 https://youthworkshub.org/esc-insurance
🌍 What is ESC Humanitarian Aid Volunteering? It's the ESC strand (EVHAC) that sends people aged 18–35 to work full-time in countries outside the EU, after mandatory two-stage training. This guide details the training, the application steps and what's covered. 👉 https://youthworkshub.org/esc-humanitarian-aid-volunteering
💰 Is ESC volunteering fully funded? Yes for core costs: travel is reimbursed by distance band (€28–1,735+), and accommodation, food, local transport, insurance, language support and daily pocket money are covered. This guide gives the official 2026 figures and the honest travel-band caveat — note there is no salary. 👉 https://youthworkshub.org/is-esc-fully-funded
