ESC: EUROPEAN VOLUNTEERING VS DEPOPULATION 3.0

Name: ESC: EUROPEAN VOLUNTEERING VS DEPOPULATION 3.0
Start: 2024-05-31
End: 2025-03-30
Location: Valladolid, Spain

Code: 39975663887d4b8905 Copied

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

About the project

📝 Detailed information

🏢 About the local organisation

Our partner is a youth, cultural, and social organization based in Medina del Campo. It has between 55 and 70 members and aims to promote youth education, social integration, and entertainment without any profit motive. Its principles include solidarity, empathy, tolerance, and respect. While primarily operating locally and regionally, it also extends its reach to broader levels. Its activities include development cooperation programs, social integration initiatives, health awareness, and responsible consumption campaigns, as well as projects promoting gender equality. Its target audience mainly consists of young people aged 16 to 30, primarily from rural backgrounds, who are committed to improving society.

💼 What the programme involves

Our partner offers to the participants involved in this project, an ambitious volunteering plan that consists of activities to be developed in different entities working in different areas, always related to the population of Medina del Campo, such as:

the environment and protection of abused and neglected animals;
assistance to groups with special needs and abilities;
employment, entrepreneurship and promotion of opportunities;
culture, promotion, dissemination and openness to new relationships with foreign countries;
comprehensive education of children-based leisure activities and free time;
the promotion of European mobility programs like Erasmus+, European Solidarity Corps, and all types of learning opportunities through non-formal education methods.

All these activities are coordinated and supervised at all times by the hosting entity of the project.

🏠 Accommodation on site

Accommodation is covered by the programme.

🍲 Food

Food expenses are covered by the programme.

📍 About the location

Medina del Campo, a historic town located in the Castile and León region of Spain, boasts a rich and captivating history. Founded in the 12th century, it flourished due to its strategic location on the commercial route linking Madrid to Galicia. The town is renowned for hosting major historical events, such as the Medina Fairs, one of Europe's most important during the 15th century, and the marriage between the Catholic Monarchs, Isabella I of Castile and Ferdinand II of Aragon, in 1469.

Geographically, Medina del Campo is situated in a fertile agricultural region, surrounded by lush plains and thriving vineyards. Its architectural heritage includes impressive historical buildings such as La Mota Castle, a formidable medieval fortress dominating the town.

Regarding the nonprofit sector, Medina del Campo is home to a variety of organizations dedicated to youth, culture, social issues, and the environment. These associations actively work to promote social inclusion, environmental protection, cultural development, and the well-being of the region's inhabitants. Through their commitment and initiatives, they contribute to strengthening the social fabric and enhancing the quality of life in the Medina del Campo community.

🎒 Leisure activities

In Medina del Campo, volunteers can explore the city's rich history by visiting iconic sites such as La Mota Castle and joining guided tours to learn about its fascinating past. They can also immerse themselves in the local culture by attending cultural events and sampling delicious regional cuisine at local restaurants. Volunteers also have the opportunity to explore the stunning natural landscapes surrounding the area through hiking or cycling. Additionally, they can engage in community-driven activities to make a positive impact on the local society. Medina del Campo offers a diverse and enriching experience for volunteers looking to discover a new culture while contributing to society.

⚠️ Requirements

The participant profile: everyday activities. Previous knowledge of Spanish will be appreciated. All residents in EU countries are welcome to join the project, preferably from Portugal, Italy and Greece.
Application deadline: 15/05/2024.

ℹ️ Additional information

Transport is covered by the programme.

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 the 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, volunteers need to enroll themselves at European Solidarity Corps Platform (https://europa.eu/youth/solidarity_en) and specify their 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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