📝 Detailed information
💼 What the programme involves
The main part of the project is to work with the team at the Reykjavik HI Hostels.
• using different methods to share the eco-initiatives, sustainable practices and community involvement done at the hostels; to get the word out about solutions; to inspire and educate.
• Informing and organizing educational activities on topics of importance as recycling, efficient use of energy and its conservation, biological/organic agriculture, the importance of nutritional equilibrium to health, fair and socially responsible trade, and traveling/tourism.
• Bringing to guests, staff, and interested individuals alike, activities and events related to the environment, nature protection, responsible tourism, culture values, and sustainable development. Apart from raising awareness, sharing of knowledge, and teaching easy-to-put-in-practice skills on issues, stimulate the inter-and cross-cultural side of life in the hostel. Tasks like giving aid and advice, making information avail
🏠 Accommodation on site
Accommodation
The volunteers stay in one of the Reykjavík hostels or in a private apartment and will share the facilities (kitchen, bathroom, laundry, etc) with the others.
Transport
The volunteers will be given a bus card for public transportation. Usage of bicycles.
Food
Half board during working days (breakfasts and lunches) will be provided/prepared by/at the Reykjavík HI Hostel, while dinner will be prepared by the volunteers themselves, provided by an extra monthly allowance from HI Iceland.
🎒 Leisure activities
Developing skills in communicating in a foreign language. Get to know environmental practical work applied in the hospitality sector, which is special since it deals with people moving constantly and brings certain issues regarding the modern consuming world. They will get an insight into life at the hostels, and explore issues related to the environment and responsible tourism. They will develop abilities and a sense of initiative and entrepreneurship. The volunteers will learn to actively engage in conversations, spread values, and sustainability messages.
⚠️ Requirements
The Participant profile: Strong motivation and dedication for working inside an international group on mostly environmental and responsible tourism educational and practical activities. Enthusiasm, creativity, and interest in order to engage with people, to work in a team but also willing to accept personal responsibilities are highly appreciated. A readiness to work with flexibility in changing or developing situations is essential, as well as an ability to occasionally work in high-pressure situations. Particular interest in environmental issues, sustainability, culture, and responsible travelling.
Deadline: Application deadline: 16/10/2022
ℹ️ Additional information
Participants are entitled to receive a Youthpass certificate from the organiser, for recognition of their competence development during the activity. Read more about Youthpass:https://www.youthpass.eu/en/
This organisation holds a European Solidarity Corps Quality Label. The Quality Label certifies that the organisation is able to run projects in compliance with the principles and objectives of the European Solidarity Corps.