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ESC: Events for children, youth and people with fewer opportunities in Latvia

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About the project

ESC: Events for children, youth and people with fewer opportunities in Latvia

📝 Detailed information

🏢 About the local organisation

LATVIAN FIRST AID UNIT (LATVIJAS PIRMĀS PALĪDZĪBAS VIENĪBA), established in 2001, is a non-governmental organisation based in Latvia that aims to facilitate and support personality development, education of children and adults, furtherance of health and meaningful free time organisation. We work in 3 main directions:1.Charity and providing help; 2.First aid, training and patient transport; 3.Contentful leisure activities. We are driven to support and encourage our communities, since 2015 we are a partner organisation for European Social Fund Plus program operating in Liepaja and South Kurzeme region, each year distributing over 25000 food packages and over 25500 warm meals. Our organisation is proud to be working with all age groups. Most of our target audience is living under the poverty line. We organise small, medium and large-scale events, activities, camps, youth exchanges and volunteer opportunities, encouraging to participate regardless of age, disability or social status. Every year we organise first aid competitions and training for aprox. 900 persons. Implement projects to promote citizens' health, first aid training days in educational institutions and training municipality employees in first aid. We are keen to have sustainable working environment, expand and improve our activities, and grow our local and international volunteer base. We have qualified team members, locations in Liepaja and Rude, and we are equipped with medical transport and assistive devices.

💼 What the programme involves

The activity in Liepāja, Latvia and Rude, South Kurzeme, Latvia is a community-centered, inclusive initiative where volunteers organize educational workshops or social visits for diverse groups within the community. Volunteers will select an age group and social background—such as children, youth, young adults, adults, or seniors, including vulnerable groups like people with disabilities, those from low-security backgrounds, or individuals in sparsely populated areas. Depending on their choice, volunteers will design an activity such as teaching a language, dance, music, or offering friendly companionship. The organization provides resources and support for planning and executing these activities. Volunteers will be involved in various meaningful tasks, including: Planning and Designing Activities, Leading Educational and Cultural Sessions, Social Engagement and Companionship. It also promotes the exchange of cultural knowledge and language. Our social media: @FirstAidLV

🏠 Accommodation on site

LATVIAN FIRST AID UNIT has a former school in Rude, South Kurzeme, Latvia, with full equipment for short and long term stays, all volunteers will stay in this location. We have over 90 beds, with separate rooms to accommodate different needs. Laundry room, separate showers and toilets. We have a fully equipped professional kitchen, as well as qualified staff to support volunteers in every need or question regarding accommodation, food and cooking, and cleaning. The local bus stop is next to the school entrance with regular bus routes 8 times per day to Liepaja and other locations.

🎒 Leisure activities

Volunteers will be trained to design age-appropriate and culturally appropariate content, ensuring that each activity respects the developmental level and cultural background of the participants. For example, language lessons for children will use simple vocabulary and interactive methods, while sessions for seniors will focus on connection and mental engagement. Volunteers will have ongoing support, resources, and mentorship from organisation staff throughout their ESC journey to guide them in planning and delivering effective, safe events. Learning Latvian language for basic communication.

⚠️ Requirements

The Participant profile: 3 Short-term positions are available for individual volunteers! We are looking for open-minded, empathetic, and proactive individuals who are passionate about building stronger, more inclusive communities. Volunteers will have the opportunity to design and lead meaningful educational or social activities tailored to specific age groups and social backgrounds—from children and youth to seniors, including people with disabilities or those living in remote environments. Key qualities include: Sense of empathy and interest in social inclusion. Willingness to lead or co-create workshops, educational sessions, or social visits. Creativity and adaptability in developing engaging activities (e.g., language, dance, music, games). Good communication and teamwork skills. Motivation to work with diverse groups, including vulnerable or isolated individuals. Willingness to document and share their process (e.g., photos, videos). No prior experience in education or social work is required—volunteers will receive guidance, resources, and support throughout their involvement. This is a unique opportunity to make a real impact by fostering connection, learning, and solidarity across generations and cultures. Volunteers from rural areas or with fewer opportunities are especially welcome. Additional support will be provided to ensure a positive and empowering experience for all participants. Join us in creating inclusive spaces where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued—one workshop, visit, or conversation at a time.
Deadline: 06/04/2026 12:59

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

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12/04/2026 → 12/05/2026

Closed
Volunteers registered 0 / 2
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Deadline: 06/04/2026

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

Liepāja, Latvia

Latvia

🌍 Location info

Local currency

Euro Member Countries (EUR / €)

Timezone

Eastern European Standard Time

Local time: 22:20 (12/11/2026)

✅ Features

🏠 Accommodation

Collective

🗣️ Languages spoken

English Latvian Russian Lithuanian