ESC: Morigerati Rural Lab 2026

Name: ESC: Morigerati Rural Lab 2026
Start: 2026-04-10
End: 2026-05-31
Location: Italy

Code: 50196 Copied

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

About the project

📝 Detailed information

💼 What the programme involves

For this project in Morigerati, Salerno (Italy), we are looking for 6 participants aged 18–30. Morigerati is a small village with around 300 inhabitants, located in the green hills of the southern Cilento National Park in Campania, Italy. Like many villages in southern Italy, Morigerati is facing the risk of silent extinction due to the continuous emigration of young people and families in search of work opportunities elsewhere. The aim of this ESC Team Project is to support the development of sustainable, respectful, and community-based tourism as a long-term source of income for young people. By creating new opportunities linked to nature, culture, and local traditions, the project seeks to encourage young residents to stay in their home village, close to their families and roots. Through this project, international volunteers will actively contribute to strengthening local capacities and creating meaningful, authentic experiences for visitors.

🏠 Accommodation on site

Volunteers will stay in a modern fully equipped apartment with three double bedrooms, two bathrooms, kitchen and common spaces in walking distance to the village centre. Meals will be self-managed; a small supermarket and a butcher provide nearly everything needed. There is a public transport once a day to and from the coast (Villammare, Sapri). The nearest airports are Salerno Costa d’Amalfi, Naples and Lamezia Terme, the closest train station is Sapri. Travel costs will be reimbursed according to ESC guidelines, with additional support for green travel.

🎒 Leisure activities

During the project, volunteers will receive non-formal training from Angelika Bartholomäi, expert in sustainable rural tourism and project coordinator. Natural and cultural highlights will be presented by Demetria Barra from WWF Grotte del Bussento. Activities will also involve Ana Maria Nicodemo, local artist. Training follows a learning-by-doing approach, building practical skills in sustainable tourism, teamwork, planning and inclusive community engagement. Volunteers will also strengthen communication skills, intercultural dialogue and project development competences.

⚠️ Requirements

The Participant profile: This project is ideal for young people who: Prefer nature and rural life over big-city environments Enjoy spending time outdoors Like walking and do not fear moderate physical activities Are open-minded, communicative, and curious Respect local traditions, culture, and community life Are motivated to learn, try new things, and work in an international team Are interested in sustainability, tourism, and community development No specific qualifications are required — motivation, openness, and team spirit are key By joining this project, volunteers will: Contribute to a meaningful local initiative Live and work closely with a rural community Develop intercultural, social, and practical skills Build strong bonds within the team and with local people Take Morigerati home in their hearts forever
Deadline: 16/03/2026 23:59

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.

Interested in this project? Create your account and apply online.

📅 Available sessions

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10/04/2026 → 31/05/2026

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Deadline: 16/03/2026

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

84030 Morigerati, SA, Italy

Italy

🌍 Location info

Local currency

Euro Member Countries (EUR / €)

Timezone

Central European Standard Time

Local time: 21:04 (12/11/2026)

🛡️ Before you leave

Security information

📞 Contact us

[email protected]

+32 2 888 67 13

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✅ Features

🏠 Accommodation

Collective

🗣️ Languages spoken

English Italian