ESC: Athletics for Solidarity

Code: 49112 Copied

Turkey European Voluntary Service Sport European Voluntary Service Sport Fixed dates

About the project

📝 Detailed information

🏢 About the local organisation

Adana Provincial Directorate of Youth and Sports is the only public institution operating in the field of sports and youth in our city. Our institution serves people between the ages of 04-70. It has 5 youth centers and 12 youth offices. The areas of activity of our youth centers are to plan, implement and finalize activities together with young people so that they can spend their free time in the best possible way. There are 68,235 registered members in the 13-29 age group in our youth centers and youth offices. As an institution, we plan sports activities, free courses, seminars and trips for young people's free time outside of school, and our aim is to ensure their physical and social development by organizing camps and camps according to the interests, desires and age groups of young people. Permanent, contracted and EYT coaches working in our institution provide sports training provided by our Provincial Directorate and train athletes in our facilities in accordance with the activities of sports federations.

💼 What the programme involves

The aim of this project is to encourage young people to participate in physical activity, contribute to the popularization of athletics within society, and raise awareness of the social, physical, and psychological benefits of sports. We aim to increase youth participation in sports, support the adoption of healthy lifestyle habits throughout society, and make athletics accessible to everyone. Through the activities, participants will learn the fundamental principles of athletics, become aware of the opportunities offered by the sport, and develop the habit of regular exercise. The program encourages young people to be active, develop solidarity and team spirit, and aims to empower them to become agents of change in their communities by promoting sports.

🏠 Accommodation on site

For the duration of the program, out-of-town participants will be accommodated at the facilities of the Provincial Directorate of Youth and Sports. These facilities include common areas, Wi-Fi, sports fields, and basic necessities. Meals will be provided by the Provincial Directorate, and transportation to training and education venues will be organized by the host institution. Events will take place at sports facilities and athletic fields affiliated with the Provincial Directorate of Youth and Sports.

🎒 Leisure activities

As part of the project, participants will receive training on basic athletics techniques, sport branches, athlete health, training planning, and sports culture. Before the program starts, meetings will be held to explain expectations and give guidance on safety, nutrition, and basic athlete psychology. The training will include practical activities, group work, peer learning, and experience sharing. Participants will also be able to join various seminars and sports education events.

⚠️ Requirements

The Participant profile: Individuals who want to make sports a part of their lives, are interested in athletics, and are eager to share their knowledge with young people in their community are invited to the program. We are seeking young people between the ages of 18 and 30 who are responsible, have a strong team spirit, strong communication skills, leadership potential, and are willing to participate in regular sports. Disciplined and dynamic participants who are eager to learn the fundamental principles of athletics are suitable for the program.
Deadline: 31/12/2025 23:00

ℹ️ Additional information

The project is implemented under the European Solidarity Corps Programme, financed by the European Commission.
The participating organisations have to be mindful of these needs as they are responsible for providing a respectful and trusting hosting environment. At the same time, the organisations participating in the initiative devote a great deal of time, energy and resources to set up a high-quality activity; they should therefore expect that European Solidarity Corps participants show a similar level of respect for the local communities and the people that are directly concerned by the activities (https://youth.europa.eu/solidarity/mission_en).
What do we provide ?

Training before and after the project
Health insurance during your project
round-trip travel reimbursement
accommodation and food
pocket money
language course
Return Week-end
Youth Pass and SVI international Volunteer passport

Before applying for this volunteering project, you need to enroll yourself at European Solidarity Corps Platform (https://europa.eu/youth/solidarity_en) and specify your European Solidarity Corps Participant Number (PRN).
This organisation holds a European Solidarity Corps Quality Label.
Contact the ESC coordinator at +32 2 888 67 13 to get more informations.

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📅 Available sessions

TR49112

15/02/2026 → 15/04/2026

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Deadline: 31/12/2025

ℹ️ Key information

Age required

18–30 years old

Solidarity donation

0.00 EUR

French tax residents may be eligible for a tax reduction of up to 66% of their costs (membership, plane tickets, solidarity donation).

📍 Location

Adana, Reşatbey, Seyhan/Adana, Türkiye

Turkey

🌍 Location info

Local currency

Turkey Lira (TRY / ₺)

Exchange rate

1 TRY = 0.017822 EUR

Rate as of 31/05/2026

Timezone

Türkiye Standard Time

Local time: 21:09 (12/11/2026)

🛡️ Before you leave

Security information

📞 Contact us

[email protected]

+32 2 888 67 13

Contact form

✅ Features

🏠 Accommodation

Collective

🗣️ Languages spoken

English Turkish