ESC: Helping Disabled Children (boarding school)
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About the project
ESC: Helping Disabled Children (boarding school)
📝 Detailed information
🏢 About the local organisation
Our partner is a school for physically and mentally disabled children and adolescents, from age 3 to 18, in Luxembourg. It is located in Strassen (near Luxembourg-City) and is specifically designed, staffed and resourced to provide appropriate special education for children and adolescents with additional needs. The staff is composed of psychologists, teacher, remedial teachers, social pedagogues, nurses, physiotherapists, speech therapists, occupational therapists, swimming master, social worker, persons in charge of workshops.
Looking back on years and years of experiences, most of the team members are very fit in accompanying trainees and volunteers. Inclusive education is also an important mission of our school. Our school provides individualised education, addressing their individual differences and specific needs. This process involves the equipment and materials and accessible settings. These interventions are designed to help learners with special needs achieve a higher level of personal self-sufficiency and success in school and their community. It also has other facilities for pupils with special needs, such as soft play areas, sensory rooms, swimming pool, gymnastic room, rhythmic room, room for the airtramp, teaching kitchen, workrooms for painting and pottery.
💼 What the programme involves
🏠 Accommodation on site
🍲 Food
The volunteer gets a food allowance.
📍 About the location
Luxembourg, a small country in Western Europe, boasts a rich and intricate history. Once an impregnable fortress, it has transformed into a major financial hub. Occupied by various European powers over the centuries, it has forged a unique national identity blending Germanic, French, and Luxembourgish traditions. Its geography is characterized by lush valleys, wooded hills, and a prosperous capital city, Luxembourg City, home to numerous European institutions.
In terms of the nonprofit sector, Luxembourg hosts a plethora of organizations engaged in diverse fields, from environmental conservation to cultural promotion and social welfare. NGOs such as Caritas and Doctors Without Borders are active, alongside local associations working on migrant integration and support for disadvantaged individuals. The Luxembourgish nonprofit sector reflects society's deep commitment to solidarity and community well-being, contributing to the country's social and cultural richness.
🎒 Leisure activities
Luxembourg offers a wealth of activities for volunteers to enjoy. Nature enthusiasts can explore the stunning landscapes of the Ardennes region, with its picturesque forests, meandering rivers, and charming villages perfect for hiking and cycling. The Müllerthal Trail, known as the "Little Switzerland" of Luxembourg, beckons with its dramatic rock formations and winding paths. History buffs can delve into the country's rich heritage by visiting medieval castles like Vianden Castle or exploring the underground casemates in Luxembourg City. For a taste of culture, the capital boasts world-class museums, galleries, and theaters, showcasing both local and international art and performances. Food lovers can indulge in Luxembourg's culinary delights, from hearty traditional dishes to gourmet cuisine influenced by its multicultural heritage. Whether you're seeking outdoor adventures, historical exploration, or cultural immersion, Luxembourg offers something for every volunteer to enjoy.
⚠️ Requirements
ℹ️ Additional information
Application deadline: 05/05/2024
The volunteer gets pocket money for means of subsistence. The amounts are fixed by law in Luxembourg. The public transport is free of charge in Luxembourg for all users.
An experienced staff provides task related support, supervision and guidance to the volunteer, shows the right handling and how to feed a child with chewing problems. The volunteer may also attend the training of the pedagogical team. Each volunteer is coached and supported by a supervisor (responsible for the task-related support to the volunteer, they work in the same group) and a mentor (first contact person, responsible for the personal support and to intervene in case of problems related to administrative, health or conflict matters). Both are available twenty-four by seven.
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.
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📅 Available sessions
LU38951
01/09/2024 → 31/07/2025
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
1 Pl. Thomas Edison 1483 1483, 1483 Strassen, Luxembourg
Luxembourg
🌍 Location info
Local currency
Euro Member Countries (EUR / €)
Timezone
Central European Summer Time
Local time: 21:03 (12/11/2026)
🛡️ Before you leave
✅ Features
🏠 Accommodation
🗣️ Languages spoken