Have you ever imagined sharing your culture, inspiring young people, and contributing to meaningful community projects in beautiful Portugal? ๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡นโœจ
This ESC volunteering opportunity in Barcelos, hosted by Associaรงรฃo Intercultural Para Todos and supported by GENCSEN Kulรผbรผ DerneฤŸi, offers a rich blend of youth work, creativity, community support, and intercultural exchange! ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ’ฌ๐Ÿค


๐ŸŒ About the Project

Throughout the volunteering period, you will take part in Youth Information Sessions delivered across:
๐Ÿซ High schools
๐ŸŽ“ Universities
๐Ÿ‘ต Senior universities
๐Ÿ›๏ธ Municipal and parish structures
๐Ÿข Professional institutions

These sessions introduce young people to Erasmus+, the European Solidarity Corps, and other European learning & mobility programmes.

As a volunteer, you will join as:
๐ŸŽค A speaker
๐Ÿง‘โ€๐Ÿซ A trainer
๐Ÿค Or part of the organising/support team

Youโ€™ll also select one main activity track based on your interests โ€” allowing you to shape your experience!


๐ŸŽจ Activity Tracks (Choose Your Path!)

You may choose to focus on one of the following exciting areas:

โœ๏ธ Promoting volunteering through blogs, social media, press or public events
๐Ÿ’ฌ Language conversation clubs for the local community
๐Ÿง  Project creation, implementation & follow-up
๐Ÿ‘ต Supporting elderly people with cultural and educational activities
๐Ÿ‘ถ Assisting children in kindergarten environments
๐ŸŽจ Creative youth work and community engagement

A perfect mix of creativity, communication and real impact! ๐Ÿ’ซ


๐Ÿ  Accommodation, Food & Practical Arrangements

๐Ÿก Volunteers stay in fully equipped, safe accommodation arranged by the host organisation
๐ŸŒ Internet, essential furniture and household facilities provided
๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Monthly food allowance included
๐Ÿค Shared living with other volunteers, with respect for common rules and friendly coexistence


๐ŸŽ“ Training & Learning Support

During your volunteering journey, you will receive:
๐ŸŽ“ On-arrival training (culture, safety, introduction to tasks)
๐Ÿง‘โ€๐Ÿซ Task-related coaching for youth sessions & project activities
๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ Language learning support
๐Ÿค Regular mentoring meetings
๐Ÿ“Š Mid-term evaluation to track your growth

This project ensures continuous personal and professional development! ๐ŸŒŸ


๐Ÿ‘ฅ Participant Profile

We are looking for motivated young people who are:
โœจ Responsible and eager to work with youth
๐Ÿ’ฌ Strong communicators and team players
๐ŸŒ Interested in European programmes, volunteering & intercultural learning
๐ŸŽจ Adaptable, creative and open to diverse tasks
๐Ÿ“˜ Prior experience in education, community work or project support is an advantage
๐Ÿ›‚ Must hold a Green Passport or valid visa for Portugal

If you are enthusiastic, curious and ready to contribute โ€” this opportunity is for you! ๐Ÿš€


๐ŸŒŽ Eligible Country

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท Tรผrkiye


๐Ÿ“… Activity Details

๐Ÿ“† Dates: 24 November โ€“ 30 December 2025
๐Ÿ“ Location: Barcelos, Portugal ๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น
๐ŸŽฏ Activity Type: Individual Volunteering
๐ŸŽจ Topics: Social Challenges, Education & Training, Creativity & Culture
๐Ÿ”ข Project Code: 2023-1-TR01-ESC51-VTJ-000147750


๐Ÿ”— Application Details

๐Ÿ•’ Deadline: No application deadline
๐Ÿ”— Official Listing: https://youth.europa.eu/solidarity/opportunity/49044_en


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