ESC: Empowering Young People through Non-formal Education and Social Inclusion

Name: ESC: Empowering Young People through Non-formal Education and Social Inclusion
Start: 2026-08-10
End: 2027-05-31
Location: Sliven, Bulgaria

Code: 53335 Copied

Bulgaria European Voluntary Service European Voluntary Service Fixed dates

About the project

📝 Detailed information

🏢 About the local organisation

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💼 What the programme involves

Thirst for Life Association invites motivated young people to join our team in Sliven, Bulgaria, and contribute to building a more inclusive and supportive community. Volunteers will participate in non-formal education activities, awareness campaigns, community outreach and youth initiatives promoting social inclusion, equality, active citizenship and the prevention of violence and discrimination. Together with our staff and local volunteers, they will support workshops in schools and community centres, organise events, create educational and digital materials, and encourage young people with fewer opportunities to participate actively in society. This opportunity offers practical experience in youth work, intercultural learning, teamwork and community engagement while promoting the core values of the European Solidarity Corps: solidarity, respect, inclusion and human rights.

🏠 Accommodation on site

Volunteers will be accommodated in shared apartments in Sliven with all basic facilities, including internet, kitchen and laundry. Each volunteer will receive a monthly food allowance and pocket money according to the European Solidarity Corps Programme Guide. Local transport related to project activities will be provided by the hosting organisation. Travel costs to and from Bulgaria will be reimbursed in accordance with the ESC distance bands and programme rules.

🎒 Leisure activities

Volunteers will receive on-arrival training, continuous mentoring and regular supervision throughout their activity. They will participate in workshops on non-formal education, intercultural learning, human rights, social inclusion and youth participation. Bulgarian language learning will be supported through the Online Language Support (OLS) platform. Volunteers will also take part in the National Agency training cycle and receive Youthpass certification to recognise their learning outcomes.

⚠️ Requirements

The Participant profile: We are looking for motivated young people aged 18–30 who are interested in youth work, non-formal education, human rights, social inclusion and community development. Applicants should be open-minded, proactive, responsible and willing to work in an intercultural environment. Previous volunteering experience is not required. We value creativity, teamwork, empathy and a willingness to learn and contribute to the local community. This opportunity is particularly suitable for volunteers who want to support young people with fewer opportunities, promote equality and active citizenship, and develop their personal and professional competences through meaningful international volunteering. Young people with fewer opportunities are especially encouraged to apply.
Deadline: 09/08/2026 00:00

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.

Interested in this project? Create your account and apply online.

📅 Available sessions

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10/08/2026 → 31/05/2027

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Deadline: 09/08/2026

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

Sliven, 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: 21:52 (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 Bulgarian