About the Project
Would you like to be part of a lively youth community in Austria where creativity, inclusion, and participation come together? The Youth Centre JUGENDCAFÉ ARENA in Gratkorn, coordinated by LOGO jugendmanagement gmbhin partnership with Associazione Antigóna, offers an incredible ESC experience focused on youth empowerment, cultural exchange, and social participation.
At the centre, you’ll support activities for young people aged 12+, helping them explore their interests, creativity, and community engagement. Whether it’s organizing workshops, social media projects, or cultural events — your ideas will shape the energy of the space. You’ll also have the opportunity to design your own personal project that reflects your background and passions.
🕒 Activity Period: 12 January 2026 – 31 August 2026
📍 Location: Gratkorn, Austria
🏢 Host Organization: LOGO jugendmanagement gmbh
🤝 Coordinated by: Associazione Antigóna
💰 Compensation: ESC standard monthly allowance (€330 for food + €210 pocket money)
🌟 Project Focus Areas
🎭 Creativity and culture
🤝 Youth participation & inclusion
💬 Intercultural learning and teamwork
⚽ Physical education and social activities
🚫 Working against discrimination
💡 Volunteer Tasks
✨ Support youth activities, workshops, and creative sessions
📸 Contribute to social media and documentation work
🎤 Assist in planning and hosting community events
💬 Encourage intercultural dialogue and social inclusion
💡 Develop and implement your own small project
🌍 Promote active citizenship and positive change among young people
🧭 Volunteer Profile
🌟 Aged 18–30 and resident in Italy
🎨 Motivated, open-minded, and communicative
💬 Basic English or German (willingness to learn German is important)
🤝 Interested in youth work, creativity, and inclusion
🎯 Responsible, team-oriented, and proactive
🕗 Ready to work afternoon hours and occasionally on Saturdays
🎓 What’s Included
🏠 Accommodation in a student dormitory in Graz (private room, shared apartment)
💶 Monthly allowance: €330 food + €210 pocket money
🚆 Free public transport pass between Graz and Gratkorn
🗣️ German language course included
🎓 On-arrival, mid-term, and pre-departure training
💬 Ongoing mentorship and youth worker support
🌐 Application Link
Apply directly via: https://youth.europa.eu/solidarity/opportunity/48749_en
📅 Application Deadline: 31 October 2025
