ESC: “Learning is FUN” | 6 months opportunity in Faenza, Italy

Name: ESC: “Learning is FUN” | 6 months opportunity in Faenza, Italy
Start: 2026-08-01
End: 2027-01-31
Location: Faenza, Italy

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

About the project

📝 Detailed information

🏢 About the local organisation

Association based in Italy, we work with Erasmus; ESC; CERV etc. to empower youth in rural areas
PiGreco-SEMI is an organisation which supports the development of young people in the local community boosting their learning skills and developing their approach to problem solving, therefore improving their self-empowerment and critical thinking with formal, non formal and innovative education tools.
We hold a ESC lead accreditation and Erasmus+ KA1 accreditation.

💼 What the programme involves

Activity
Italian language, communication workshops, activities in study center, Summer camps, small administrational tasks, personal project, promotion of cultural and linguistic exchange, local events and lots of other activities.
Volunteer Schedule:
Activities take place from Monday to Friday. You'll be contributing your time and skills for around 30 to 35 hours per week.
Timetable and holidays
Time Off:
Weekends are generally free.
Bank holidays, such as Christmas, are also designated as free days to enjoy as you like.
Additional Time Off:
Every month, you'll have the chance to enjoy 2 extra days off, which adds up to a total of 12 days off during period of 6 months.

🏠 Accommodation on site

WHEN IT COMES TO WHERE YOU'LL REST YOUR HEAD, WE'VE GOT IT COVERED! OUR VOLUNTEERS WILL STAY IN ONE OF TWO MODERN DORMITORIES CALLED THE CLAB AND STUDENTSROOM.
What to Expect?
Each housing comes equipped with a shared bathroom, kitchen, small living room.
Accommodation provides both single and double rooms to ensure your comfort during your stay.
Rest assured, these houses have all the basic necessities you'll need to live comfortably during your stay.
ACCOMMODATION (WITH ALL THE UTILITIES PAID)

🍲 Food

Support
€330/MONTH INCLUDING FOOD AND POCKET MONEY
Our region
REGION IS FAMOUS FOR THE FOOD: LASAGNE, RAGÙ SAUCE AND MUCH MORE!

📍 About the location

Where?
FAENZA IS A SMALL CITY (ROUGHLY 60.000 INHABITANTS) BUT IT'S CULTURALLY QUITE ACTIVE AS IT IS A WORLDLY CENTER FOR ARTISTIC CERAMICS.
GEOGRAPHICALLY IT IS SITUATED IN THE REGION EMILIA ROMAGNA (IN THE PROVINCE OF RAVENNA), AND IT IS CLOSE TO BOTH THE APPENNINIS MOUNTAINS AND THE ADRIATIC SEA.
IT IS VERY WELL CONNECTED BY PUBLIC TRANSPORTS TO BOLOGNA, RAVENNA AND ALSO FIRENZE, VERY IMPORTANT ITALIAN ARTISTIC CITIES.
Our region
EMILIA-ROMAGNA IS LOCATED IN CENTER ITALY, WELL CONNECTED WITH BOTH THE NORTH AND THE SOUTH.
WITH THE APENNINE MOUNTAINS AND ADRIATIC SEASIDE.
THE MAIN CITY IS BOLOGNA.
Weather
SPRING (MARCH TO MAY): SPRING IN EMILIA-ROMAGNA IS PLEASANTLY MILD. EXPECT TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 10°C TO 25°C. RAINFALL IS MODERATE, SO PACK AN UMBRELLA AND LAYERS FOR COOL MORNINGS AND EVENINGS.
SUMMER (JUNE TO AUGUST): SUMMERS ARE WARM AND DRY WITH TEMPERATURES AVERAGING 25°C TO 40°C. SUNSCREEN, SUNGLASSES, AND LIGHTWEIGHT CLOTHING ARE ESSENTIAL.
AUTUMN (SEPTEMBER TO NOVEMBER): AUTUMN IS COMFORTABLE, WITH TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 15°C TO 30°C. IT'S A GREAT TIME FOR OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES. PACK LAYERS AND A LIGHT JACKET FOR COOLER EVENINGS.
WINTER (DECEMBER TO FEBRUARY): WINTERS ARE COOLER, WITH TEMPERATURES BETWEEN 0°C AND 10°C. OCCASIONAL RAINFALL OCCURS, SO BRING A WARM COAT, SWEATERS, AND WATERPROOF GEAR.

🎒 Leisure activities

You’ll receive: Task-specific training to prepare you for your role. Weekly communication workshops to boost your skills. Personal project workshops to develop your ideas. On Arrival and Mid-Term Evaluation training to support your journey. Access to a language learning platform or Italian courses for foreigners during the school year.

⚠️ Requirements

The Participant profile: We’re looking for 1 motivated volunteer (18–30 years old) who is: Passionate about non-formal education, youth work, and community engagement. Open-minded and eager to learn and share. Ready to dive in—no prior experience needed, just motivation! Inclusive—we welcome everyone, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, ethnic background, or income. Bonus: In the second selection round, we may ask for a Passion Proof (e.g., a video, portfolio, or creative project) to show your enthusiasm!

WE'RE SEARCHING FOR 1 ENTHUSIASTIC VOLUNTEER AGED 18 TO 30.
What to pack
Clothing: Pack a variety of clothing, including lightweight summer wear, comfortable spring and autumn attire, and warm winter clothing.
Footwear: Comfortable walking shoes are a must, especially for exploring the local area.
Umbrella or Rain Gear: Be prepared for occasional rain, so bring an umbrella or raincoat.
Sun Protection: Don't forget sunscreen, sunglasses, and a wide-brimmed hat for the summer days.
Adapters: typically uses Type C and Type F electrical outlets.
Reusable Water Bottle: Stay hydrated and reduce plastic waste by carrying a reusable water bottle.
Don't forget to pack your energy and a good mood to make the most of your experience!
Deadline: 29/06/2026 12:00

🤝 Meeting point

WE WILL PICK YOU UP IN FAENZA TRAIN OR BUS STATION AND TAKE YOU BY CAR TO YOUR NEW HOME!
THE CLOSEST AIRPORT IS 'AEROPORTO G. MARCONI BOLOGNA BLQ', L'AEROPORTO DI FORLÌ (IATA: FRL, ICAO: LIPK) OR AEROPORTO INTERNAZIONALE "FEDERICO FELLINI" RIMINI.
Alternative Airports:
Rome (Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport), Milan (Malpensa or Bergamo Airports), Parma, Venice, Treviso, Pisa, Verona.

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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