📝 Detailed information
💼 What the programme involves
The project offers a 2-month volunteer placement in Hyvärilä youth centre on the shore of beautiful lake Pielinen. The main task is to help youth workers run camp school activities, local youth work, and explore local culture. Volunteers have a creative task to interpret local culture through art. Be prepared to work with youth 13-17 years old, discover nature and participate in our environmental activities. We invite professionals from the field of culture and arts to share knowledge for the creative project task. We support learning and work every step of the way. A friendly and safe environment of Hyvärilä and beautiful nature around it creates an experience of a lifetime. Volunteer placement gives practical work experience and help to learn about the ways to develop professionally, make international connections and learn about other cultures.
🏠 Accommodation on site
Travel (according to maximum approved costs) and accommodation costs, and pocket money (5 EUR per day) are covered by the programme. Accommodation for volunteers is in a separate house with own room, shared bathrooms, kitchen and living room. Meals are served in Hyvärilä youth centre restaurant: breakfast, lunch and dinner buffet. Available options for various dietary restrictions.
🎒 Leisure activities
Pre-departure and on-arrival training organized by sending and hosting organizations.
⚠️ Requirements
The Participant profile: The project is looking for motivated young individuals, who are eager to develop their artistic and creative skills, engage in team activities with young people from other countries, learn about different cultures and share their own culture with others. Interest in culture, history, arts and creativity will be a benefit. Love for nature, working with young people, and spending time in secluded and tranquil locations are essential!
See our instagram @volunteers_eastfinland and @hyvarilaninternational to learn more about our youth work in rural Finland.
Deadline: Application deadline: 22/01/2023
ℹ️ Additional information
Participants are entitled to receive a Youthpass certificate from the organiser, for recognition of their competence development during the activity. Read more about Youthpass:https://www.youthpass.eu/en/
This organisation holds a European Solidarity Corps Quality Label. The Quality Label certifies that the organisation is able to run projects in compliance with the principles and objectives of the European Solidarity Corps.