💡 Project Overview
Step into the heart of Palermo, Sicily, and join a meaningful European Solidarity Corps project led by Palma Nana Cooperative! 🇮🇹
This volunteering opportunity focuses on social engagement, inclusion, and education, empowering young people to take action for a more united and sustainable Europe. 🌍✨
Over four inspiring months, you’ll help design and carry out community-based initiatives that address social challenges, ecological awareness, and youth empowerment.
As a volunteer, you’ll:
🤝 Support local organizations working on social cohesion and inclusion
🌿 Promote environmental awareness through creative activities
🎓 Participate in non-formal education projects that empower marginalized groups
🏙️ Contribute to cultural and community events across Palermo
This is your chance to live in one of Italy’s most vibrant cities, experience authentic Sicilian culture, and make a lasting impact in the local community! 🇪🇺❤️
🏡 Accommodation, Food & Transport
- You’ll stay in shared double rooms in an apartment located in the historical center of Palermo — a lively area full of history and culture. 🏠
- A food allowance of €7/day will be provided via vouchers. 🍽️
- Local transport support: a bike or bus pass depending on your needs. 🚲🚌
- All arrangements are made to ensure comfort, safety, and easy access to project venues.
🧭 Training & Support
- You’ll take part in non-formal education sessions and community-based workshops.
- Continuous mentoring and project guidance will be provided by Palma Nana Cooperative.
- You’ll also participate in On-Arrival and Mid-Term Training organized by the Italian National Agency 🇮🇹.
- At the end of the project, you’ll receive a Youthpass Certificate recognizing your learning achievements and skills. 🎓
👩🤝👨 Participant Profile
We are looking for 4 motivated young volunteers who are:
✅ Aged 18–30 and nationals of EU/EEA countries
✅ Interested in social inclusion, ecology, and community development
✅ Open-minded, responsible, and creative
✅ Able to communicate in English (Italian is a plus!)
✅ Motivated to work in multicultural teams and local initiatives
If you want to learn, help, and connect with people while exploring the beauty of Sicily — this project is made for you! 🌞🌊
🌍 Eligible Countries
Austria 🇦🇹 • Belgium 🇧🇪 • Bulgaria 🇧🇬 • Croatia 🇭🇷 • Cyprus 🇨🇾 • Czech Republic 🇨🇿 • Denmark 🇩🇰 • Estonia 🇪🇪 • Finland 🇫🇮 • France 🇫🇷 • Germany 🇩🇪 • Greece 🇬🇷 • Greenland 🇬🇱 • Hungary 🇭🇺 • Iceland 🇮🇸 • Ireland 🇮🇪 • Latvia 🇱🇻 • Lithuania 🇱🇹 • Luxembourg 🇱🇺 • Malta 🇲🇹 • Netherlands 🇳🇱 • Norway 🇳🇴 • Poland 🇵🇱 • Portugal 🇵🇹 • Romania 🇷🇴 • Slovakia 🇸🇰 • Slovenia 🇸🇮 • Spain 🇪🇸 • Sweden 🇸🇪
📅 Activity Dates
12 January 2026 – 12 May 2026
🕊️ Activity Topics
- Social Inclusion & Community Development
- Non-Formal Education
- Environmental Awareness
🔗 Application Link
Apply directly via the European Youth Portal:
👉 https://youth.europa.eu/solidarity/opportunity/48834_en
📆 Application Deadline
01 December 2025
🧾 Project Code
2024-2-IT03-ESC51-VTJ-000288989





