📝 Detailed information
🏢 About the local organisation
Our foundation develops projects, services, employment and actions regarding the problems faced by humanity in areas such as democracy, pluralistic culture, multiculturalism, freedom, environment, climate, fair sharing, digital transformation, migration, economy, education, children's and women's rights. In field studies, it adopts methods based on creating solutions with the sides of the subjects. Efforts to reveal the potential of societies arising from their cultural and human wealth; It aims to contribute to employment with the models, products and projects it will produce and develop, and most importantly, with its advanced awareness of democracy, environmentalist, universal humanitarian values and multiculturalism, and qualified manpower. For this purpose, units and commissions involving hundreds of volunteers and employees, a research center, two sports clubs, two dormitories, a sports center, an art center, a media center, a library, a bookstore, a foundation forest, a charity center, and three orphan coordination centers. It conducts studies for all segments of the society, including the disadvantaged and the disabled. In the corporate functioning of our foundation, decisions are taken with a democratic approach, the process is managed with the board of directors, units, commissions, coordinators and professional managers. The majority of the activities carried out are aimed at children, women, young people, disabled people and the needy segment of society, but it aims to fight against discrimination and radicalization of excluded young people.
💼 What the programme involves
Are you ready to make a difference, grow personally, and explore Turkish culture? Engage with local students by sharing your experiences, inspiring them, and supporting educational activities or dive into the world of media in our media center—perfect for those who want to develop their skills in content creation, video editing, photography, and digital storytelling. We also have a large professional TV studio and radio stations, where volunteers can demonstrate their abilities in broadcasting, audio production, and other relevant media fields. Enjoy our sports and arts facilities, including a gym, swimming pool, basketball court, and art courses in guitar, piano, violin, and bağlama.
🏠 Accommodation on site
Accommodation, food and transport arrangements Volunteers will stay in shared rooms (2 per room), with boys and girls accommodated separately. The accommodation is safe, and fully equipped. It is located right next to our foundation. Three meals are provided daily, or in specific health conditions volunteers can cook using the fully equipped kitchen . Travel costs will be reimbursed according to the 2024 ESC distance bands. Visa and residence permit expenses will be covered. Airport transfers are provided upon arrival and departure. Volunteers will receive health insurance from Henner.
🎒 Leisure activities
Depending on your background and interests;
-Media & Digital Production (video and photo shooting, Edit videos, prepare digital content, Manage content for social media platforms)
-Logistics & Procurement ( Have a valid driving license, Preferably have intermediate Turkish language skills, can support logistics, operational coordination)
-Language & Speaking (Facilitate speaking clubs, support informal language learning sessions)
-Humanitarian & Social Responsibility Field (contribute actively in community-based initiatives)
-Child-Focused Psychosocial Activities (Music & Rhythm Based)
⚠️ Requirements
The Participant profile: We are looking for motivated and socially responsible volunteers to join our foundation which operates in the fields of Humanitarian Aid, Migration Studies, Media & Communication, Project Management, and Social Responsibility.
Good communication skills is advantage to join our team!
As a volunteer, you will not only experience Turkish culture and community life but also actively contribute to meaningful social impact projects. You will become part of a dynamic and professional team working with disadvantaged groups, migrants, youth, and local communities.
Deadline:
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.