ESC: Village Together

Code: 49550 Copied

Czech Republic European Voluntary Service Social work European Voluntary Service Social work Fixed dates

About the project

📝 Detailed information

💼 What the programme involves

This European Solidarity Corps project takes place in western Czech Republic, in the municipalities of Spálené Poříčí, Žinkovy and Měcholupy, within 30 minutes of Plzeň. Activities are organized by the Local Action Group of St. John of Nepomuk (MAS SJN) and focus on cultural and social revitalization of rural areas that often lack facilities for community life. The volunteer will help with leisure and community activities at the Community Centre in Spálené Poříčí and in open clubs in Žinkovy and Měcholupy. The program also involves care for a community garden, running a public clothes-sharing closet, and supporting the local food bank. The volunteer will participate in intergenerational activities with children, youth, adults, and seniors, gaining broad experience in non-formal education and community work. The project offers room for personal ideas and pilot initiatives enriching local services.

🏠 Accommodation on site

Accommodation and food is fully covered; the volunteer will have a private room with bathroom and kitchen on the organization’s premises in Spálené Poříčí, avoiding daily commuting. Pocket money of EUR 7/day is provided, and travel costs to/from the Czech Republic are reimbursed according to ESC limits. Lunch is served in the school canteen or volunteers may cook themselves. For free-time travel, bus services connect Spálené Poříčí with Plzeň and the national rail network.

🎒 Leisure activities

During the project, the volunteer will gain skills in community work, non-formal education, event organization, and intergenerational activities with children, youth, adults, and seniors. They will learn to care for a community garden, support a food bank, and manage a clothes-sharing closet. The MAS SJN team will provide guidance, mentoring, and space for developing personal ideas, ensuring continuous support and opportunities for learning and growth.

⚠️ Requirements

The Participant profile: We are looking for an open-minded, responsible, and flexible person aged between 18 and 30 who is interested in community work and enjoys engaging in meaningful activities. No specific qualifications are required – motivation, willingness to cooperate, and eagerness to learn are what matter most. The volunteer should have at least a basic knowledge of English to facilitate communication with the team and local partners. The project is also suitable for young people with fewer opportunities who would like to experience international volunteering in a friendly and supportive environment. A key requirement is the ability to commit to the full duration of two months.
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.

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

📅 Available sessions

CZ49550

19/01/2026 → 30/04/2026

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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

Spálené Poříčí, Czechia

Czech Republic

🌍 Location info

Local currency

Czech Republic Koruna (CZK / Kč)

Exchange rate

1 CZK = 0.041274 EUR

Rate as of 31/05/2026

Timezone

Central European Standard Time

Local time: 21:06 (12/11/2026)

🛡️ Before you leave

Security information

📞 Contact us

[email protected]

+32 2 888 67 13

Contact form

✅ Features

🏠 Accommodation

Collective

🗣️ Languages spoken

English Czech Slovak