🇧🇦 ESC Volunteering in Bosnia and Herzegovina – Small Steps for Big Changes 👣 Empower Youth & Communities through Solidarity! 🌍🤝✨

🌍 About the Project

Take part in an unforgettable volunteering adventure in the heart of the Balkans! 🌄 The “Small Steps for Big Changes” project, coordinated by the Cruz Vermelha Portuguesa – Delegação de Cucujães in partnership with Omladinska Organizacija Svitac (Youth Organization Svitac), invites young Portuguese volunteers (18–30 years old) to contribute to intercultural dialogue, creativity, and youth empowerment in Brčko, Bosnia and Herzegovina. 🇧🇦

This European Solidarity Corps (ESC) experience offers an incredible opportunity to explore new cultures, promote inclusion, and support children and young people through non-formal education. The project duration is flexible between 2 and 6 months, making it ideal for those who want to grow personally and professionally while helping local communities thrive. 🌍💬

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💪 What You Will Do

Depending on your interests and profile, you’ll participate in a variety of meaningful activities, such as:

• 🎨 Creative Workshops for Children – Engage in art, dance, music, and language activities in kindergartens and youth centers.
• 💬 Youth Discussions & Debates – Facilitate dialogues on social topics and intercultural understanding.
• 📚 Language Clubs – Help young people improve their communication skills through informal learning.
• ☀️ Summer Camps & Outdoor Activities – Support fun and educational summer programs for children.
• 📱 Social Media Content Creation – Help share the project’s stories and impact online.

Each day will bring new experiences — whether you’re painting with children, leading a workshop, or joining a community event, you’ll be making a difference!

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🏡 Accommodation, Meals & Travel

• 🏠 Accommodation: Shared apartment near the hosting organisation’s office, fully equipped with furniture, Wi-Fi, water, and gas.
• 🍽️ Food Allowance: Provided monthly (amount confirmed before arrival).
• 💶 Pocket Money: 6€ per day.
• ✈️ Travel Costs: Reimbursed up to 395€ according to ESC rules.

You’ll live with other international volunteers, sharing daily life and cultural experiences in a supportive environment.

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🎓 Training & Support

• 🧭 Pre-departure and On-arrival training provided by the sending and hosting organisations.
• 💡 Additional thematic workshops and mentorship throughout the project.
• 🌍 Ongoing guidance to help you adapt, grow, and reflect on your learning through Youthpass.

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👥 Participant Profile

We are looking for motivated young Portuguese volunteers (18–30 years old) living in:
Oliveira de Azeméis, S. João da Madeira, Vale de Cambra, Arouca, Sever do Vouga, or Castelo de Paiva.

Ideal candidates are:

• 🌟 Open-minded and eager to participate in an international volunteering project.
• 🤝 Passionate about youth work, creativity, and social inclusion.
• 💬 Able to communicate in basic English (no prior experience required).
• 👭 Willing to share experiences and learn with others — you can even apply with a friend, as there are two available spots!

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🗓️ Application Deadline

📅 31 December 2026 – 23:59

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🌍 Project Details

• Project Title: Small Steps for Big Changes
• Project Code: 2024-1-PT02-ESC51-VTJ-000200469
• Host Organisation: Omladinska Organizacija Svitac
• Coordinating Organisation: Cruz Vermelha Portuguesa – Delegação de Cucujães
• Location: Brčko District, Bosnia and Herzegovina 🇧🇦
• Activity Type: Individual Volunteering

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🔗 Application Link

👉 Apply via the official ESC portal

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⚠️ Important Notice
1️⃣ Source of Information
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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.

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