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ESC: Colours of Solidarity 3.0

Code: 52872 Copied

Bulgaria European Voluntary Service Social work Education Culture European Voluntary Service Social work +2 Fixed dates

About the project

ESC: Colours of Solidarity 3.0

📝 Detailed information

🏢 About the local organisation

"Values, Virtues, Integrity" Foundation (VVIF) is a Bulgarian non-governmental organization registered at the Sofia City Court on March 5, 2015, acting in the public interest. The main focus of the foundation lies on the enhancement of active citizenship, youth empowerment, social inclusion, and intercultural dialogue on local, national and international level. VVIF works directly and provides access to mobility programs abroad for young people with fewer opportunities. On the local level, we focus on empowering the young people from remote rural areas, develop inclusive programs and initiatives targeting marginalized young people and adults, we support youth's ability to participate actively in society. For this reason, we organize seminars, youth initiatives, and workshops related to overcoming the societal challenges nowadays. We strongly believe in the importance of non-formal education and experiential learning. On national level we organize youth campaigns, training, exhibitions (real and virtual) that raise awareness on the main social challenges that young people face nowadays. On the international level, we are part of dozens of stable partnerships and networks supported by various educational programmes and initiatives e.g. Erasmus+, Europe for citizens, the European Social Fund, etc.

💼 What the programme involves

Join an international team of volunteers making Sofia a greener, more vibrant and inclusive city! You will help beautify public spaces by painting benches, playgrounds and decorative elements, while taking part in environmental initiatives and clean-up campaigns in Sofia and nearby natural areas. Volunteers support cultural, educational and community events organised by our foundation and local partners, assisting with logistics, workshops and public activities. You will also help promote the project and European opportunities for young people through social media, photo and video documentation, and local information events. Throughout the project, you will work in an international environment, develop teamwork, communication, leadership and project management skills, and have the opportunity to contribute your own ideas while creating a positive impact on the local community.

🏠 Accommodation on site

Accommodation - a big flat in the heart of Sofia (at Vasil Levski square) will accomodate 6 volunteers- separate floors for male and female participants. Food - daily allowance - 5 EUR per day, Pocket money - 7 EUR per day. Sifia city transportation card is issues for each volunteer.

🎒 Leisure activities

Volunteers will join a two-days arrival training at the hosting organisation.

⚠️ Requirements

The Participant profile: We are looking for motivated, open-minded and proactive young people aged 18–30 who are interested in volunteering, community engagement and environmental action. No previous experience is required—only enthusiasm to learn, work in an international team and contribute to the local community. Volunteers should be willing to participate in outdoor activities, community events and practical tasks, while also supporting communication and dissemination through social media, photography or video. Creativity, responsibility, flexibility and a positive attitude are highly valued. The project is ideal for participants who want to develop teamwork, communication, leadership and project management skills, experience intercultural learning, and make a meaningful impact while living in Sofia. Basic English is recommended for communication within the international team.
Deadline: 11/07/2026 12:32

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

BG52872

05/08/2026 → 15/09/2026

Closed
Volunteers registered 0 / 2
♂ 0/1 ♀ 0/1
Deadline: 11/07/2026

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

Sofia, Bulgaria

Bulgaria

🌍 Location info

Local currency

Bulgaria Lev (BGN / лв)

Exchange rate

1 BGN = 0.515905 EUR

Rate as of 31/05/2026

Timezone

Eastern European Summer Time

Local time: 21:26 (12/11/2026)

✅ Features

🏠 Accommodation

Collective

🗣️ Languages spoken

English Bulgarian