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ESC: Volunteering at OJA Hohenems | Solidarity & Diversity in Vorarlberg

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About the project

ESC: Volunteering at OJA Hohenems | Solidarity & Diversity in Vorarlberg

📝 Detailed information

🏢 About the local organisation

Our partner association was founded in July 2005. The association is non-commercial and politically unaffiliated. The aim of the association is the development of youth work as an additional contribution to youth education provided by schools and other youth-orientated associations. They provide opportunities and activities for young people to discover their own personal aims und limits especially regarding creativity and developing their own personality. Their work should support young people during their teenage years and with the complex task of becoming an adult. To fulfil their goals, they provide two youth centres (s'Kästle and Fair Future), where young people have the opportunity to socialise and participate in all kind of workshops. The target group are young people between 12 and 18 years old - but it´s also open for older and younger youngsters. For example: 10 years old and 20 years old. Our partner also sets their focus on young people with migrant background, young people with disabilities or educational shortcomings and young people facing poverty. They also provide gender specific youth work and offer a special programme for girls every month. They see themselves as a family.

💼 What the programme involves

*PLEASE apply by writing an E-Mail to [email protected] !!* As a volunteer, you will assist our partner in their work in the youth centers and will also participate in our mobile youth work programme - a kind of streetwork. Another part of the job are different projects with focus on sports, education, creativity and culture topics. You will also be able to make your own projects, bringing in your own talents. It is also possible to attend trainings and workshops regarding youth work where volunteers can refine skills in social work. In the first line they will support the following work areas:

  • working in the youth cafe;
  • working behind the bar;
  • playing games with the youngsters, communicating and giving advice;
  • street work (meeting young people in the streets and local hang-out places, talking to them, informing them about our partner's center and their work),;
  • helping with organizing various activities.

More information on our partner organisation: www.ojah.at 

🏠 Accommodation on site

Volunteers will live in a student housing where other residents with different backgrounds also live. They will have a room with bathroom on their own and share a kitchen with the other residents. The infrastructure with trains and buses is easy, quick and frequent. Also you will have a bicycle at your disposal and you will receive a ticket for free use of any public transport in the whole region of Vorarlberg during the complete project time.

🍲 Food

Volunteers will always receive their food and pocket money in the beginning of the month.

📍 About the location

Hohenems, Austria, is a city steeped in history, dating back to Roman times, but best known for its medieval heritage and rich cultural legacy. Located in the state of Vorarlberg, it is nestled in the foothills of the Alps, offering picturesque landscapes and a pleasant climate. The city boasts a number of historical landmarks, including Hohenems Castle, symbolizing its medieval past and strategic importance.

On the associative front, Hohenems enjoys a vibrant community life, with numerous organizations dedicated to various social, cultural, and environmental causes. Local associations actively work to promote cultural diversity, support artistic initiatives, and strengthen social cohesion within the community. Additionally, efforts are made to protect and preserve the region's unique natural environment in the Alpine surroundings. With its rich history, natural beauty, and active associative engagement, Hohenems is a dynamic and welcoming city, offering an enriching living environment for its residents and visitors alike.

🎒 Leisure activities

In Hohenems, Austria, there are various leisure activities to enjoy. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore hiking and cycling trails in the nearby Alps, while the city offers beautiful parks for relaxation. Cultural attractions like Hohenems Castle and the Jewish Museum provide insights into its rich heritage. The city hosts events like music concerts and culinary festivals, and sports facilities cater to fitness enthusiasts. With its diverse offerings, Hohenems ensures there's something for everyone to enjoy.

⚠️ Requirements

The Participant profile: we would like to invite people who enjoy and love to work with youngsters. Also, volunteers should have fun to help in outdoor and sports activities or in our workshops. They should be open minded and interested in getting to know our organisation and work. Their work is sometimes very easy. Still, the volunteer should realize that it means work. Interest in social work, young people and youth culture and understanding to have other working hours as other jobs is very important! As the target group in our youth centres is between 10 and 20 years, we would prefer a person who is least 20 years old.
Deadline: Application deadline: 14/04/2024.

🤝 Meeting point


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, volunteers need to enroll themselves at European Solidarity Corps Platform (https://europa.eu/youth/solidarity_en) and specify their 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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📅 Available sessions

AT38936

07/10/2024 → 30/09/2025

Closed
Volunteers registered 0 / 2
♂ 0/1 ♀ 0/1
Deadline: 14/04/2024

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

Hohenems, Austria

Austria

🌍 Location info

Local currency

Euro Member Countries (EUR / €)

Timezone

Central European Standard Time

Local time: 22:02 (12/11/2026)

✅ Features

🏠 Accommodation

Collective

🗣️ Languages spoken

English German