ESC: Volunteer in Cēsis Youth house

Code: 53662 Copied

Latvia European Voluntary Service Social work European Voluntary Service Social work Fixed dates

About the project

📝 Detailed information

🏢 About the local organisation

Cesis Children and Youths’ Center is a 60 years old interests education establishment founded by Cesis City Council. On average it is attended been by 800 trainees a year (aged 2-20) participating in the work of about 22 different interest groups. Main areas of activities: 1)interests education (work in activities groups); 2)compulsory preparation of 5 – 6 year – old children to school; 3)methodological work; 4)organizing of culturally-educational activities for youth of Cesis and its districts; 5)organizing pupils’ activities during school holidays and in summer (camps); 6)information and advertisement; 7)research work. Aims: to offer manifold, qualitative interests education programs to the children and youth of Cesis city and district stimulating them to spend their leisure more effectively and usefully, also to promote the participation of young people in decision-making processes and to strengthen the idea and values of solidarity among young people.

💼 What the programme involves

Join us as a European Solidarity Corps volunteer at Cēsis Youth House in Latvia! You will support youth workers in creating meaningful activities for children and young people, including creative workshops, cultural evenings, outdoor activities, digital content, local events and international projects. You will help young people develop new skills, express their ideas and become more active in their community. Volunteers will also have the opportunity to propose and lead their own initiatives based on their interests and talents. This is a chance to gain practical experience in youth work, learn about Latvian culture, develop teamwork and communication skills, and become part of a welcoming local community.

🏠 Accommodation on site

Accommodation, food allowance and local transport will be provided in accordance with European Solidarity Corps rules. International travel costs will be reimbursed within the project’s approved budget. The volunteer will also receive pocket money and insurance. Practical arrangements, including accommodation, travel, working hours and individual needs, will be discussed and agreed upon before the activity begins.

🎒 Leisure activities

The volunteer will receive pre-departure support from the sending organisation and an introduction upon arrival in Cēsis. Training will include orientation, safety, youth-work methods, intercultural learning and practical information about living in Latvia. The volunteer will participate in the ESC on-arrival and mid-term training sessions and receive regular mentoring, reflection meetings and support throughout the project.

⚠️ Requirements

The Participant profile: We are looking for a motivated and open-minded young person who enjoys working with children and young people. The volunteer should be interested in creating activities, workshops and community events, working in a team and sharing their culture. Creativity, responsibility and a willingness to learn are important. Previous experience is not required. We especially welcome participants with fewer opportunities and will provide individual support according to their needs.
Deadline: 16/08/2026 18:42

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

LV53662

01/09/2026 → 31/08/2027

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Deadline: 16/08/2026

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

Cēsis, Cēsis pilsēta, Cēsis Municipality, LV-4101, Latvia

Latvia

🌍 Location info

Local currency

Euro Member Countries (EUR / €)

Timezone

Eastern European Summer Time

Local time: 21:49 (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 Latvian Russian Lithuanian