ESC: Green horizon advocates
Code: 49418 Copied
Portugal
European Voluntary Service
Environment
European Voluntary Service
Environment
Fixed dates
About the project
ESC: Green horizon advocates
📝 Detailed information
🏢 About the local organisation
Agrupamento de Escolas Terras do Ave (AETAVE), is a cluster of 10 schools established in 2000–2001 in Vila Nova de Famalicão, Northern Portugal, with 1503 students spanning preschool, primary, and secondary levels. Dedicated to providing quality education, fostering inclusivity, and supporting holistic student development, our organization addresses diverse needs, including social, economic, geographical, and disability-related barriers.
Our key activities involve implementing student-centered pedagogical practices, school clubs, and active participation in European projects. Over 58% of students receive financial aid amid the region's economic challenges. We prioritize investments in IT solutions, incorporating STEAM and CLIL approaches, and initiatives like "Anima uma história" to enhance reading and comprehension skills through technology.
With a primary focus on students at all levels, especially those facing barriers, we strive for equal educational opportunities and personal development support. Our application for the Quality Label signifies a steadfast commitment to conducting high-quality solidarity activities aligned with European Solidarity Corps principles. It goes beyond recognition, representing our pledge to drive positive transformation within our local community. By formalizing our dedication, we actively contribute to a diverse network of organizations dedicated to fostering solidarity, inclusivity, and sustainable development at the grassroots level.
💼 What the programme involves
The "Green Horizon Advocates" initiative is a community-driven project aimed at fostering environmental awareness, sustainable practices, and community engagement. In the local context of addressing environmental challenges, this activity is rooted in solidarity and aligns with the principles of the European Solidarity Corps. Its European added value lies in the exchange of knowledge, cross-cultural collaboration, and a shared commitment to environmental sustainability.
Volunteers involved in this initiative will actively engage with the local community, advocating for sustainable practices and conducting educational workshops on topics like waste reduction, energy conservation, and biodiversity. The community-led initiatives will include tree planting, clean-up campaigns, and workshops to empower community members with knowledge and skills.
🏠 Accommodation on site
The volunteers will be accommodated in an independent, fully equipped house, which includes a kitchen, a dining room, two bathrooms, and two bedrooms.
Each bedroom will be shared by two volunteers and is equipped with individual beds.
The accommodation is located approximately 10 minutes from the school by public bus.
Lunches will be provided at the school canteen on working days, ensuring that volunteers have
access to a warm and balanced meal during their daily activities.
In addition, volunteers will receive a daily allowance of approximately 16€.
🎒 Leisure activities
At the beginning of the activity, the volunteer will take part in an induction training, which includes the presentation of the organisation, the tasks to be carried out, the internal rules and the context of the hosting organisation. Throughout the activity, the volunteer will receive regular support from a mentor, with continuous guidance in the development of their skills.
⚠️ Requirements
The Participant profile: • Being culturally engaged, creative, active, and open-minded;
• Being team-oriented, responsible, and open to new experiences;
• Having sufficient English language skills to communicate effectively;
• Being solution-oriented, tolerant, organized, and compliant with organizational rules;
• Willing to volunteer in the community and take responsibility;
• Open to learning, training, and new experiences;
• Motivated to work with different target audiences (children and adults);
• Environmental training appropriate to the activities described above.
Deadline: 09/01/2026 12:30
Deadline: 09/01/2026 12:30
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 ?
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.
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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PT49418
12/02/2026 → 28/03/2026
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Deadline: 09/01/2026
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
4765 Pedome, Portugal
Portugal
🌍 Location info
Local currency
Euro Member Countries (EUR / €)
Timezone
Western European Standard Time
Local time: 21:35 (12/11/2026)
🛡️ Before you leave
✅ Features
🏠 Accommodation
Collective
🗣️ Languages spoken
English
Portuguese