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ESC: Volunteering team in asylum seekers centre Rixensart II

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About the project

ESC: Volunteering team in asylum seekers centre Rixensart II

📝 Detailed information

🏢 About the local organisation

Our partner is a non-governmental organization committed to advancing decent housing and enhancing the living standards of disadvantaged individuals in Belgium. Founded on principles of solidarity and social responsibility, our partner engages volunteers and professionals in projects aimed at construction, renovation, and improvement of social housing. Additionally, our partner provides assistance to vulnerable populations, including initiatives for social integration and poverty alleviation. Through its efforts, our partner works towards creating safer and more inclusive environments for marginalized communities.

💼 What the programme involves

The Rixensart Asylum Seeker Centre hosts people who have asked for asylum in Belgium. While waiting for the documents that will enable them to remain legally in our country, the asylum seekers are accommodated in this centre. People living there await the solution concerning their administrative status. They never know what tomorrow may bring to them. The volunteers will give a hand and a fresh air to the Centre’s animation team – sportive or social games, billiard, movie clubs, fitness for women, football tournament, craft etc. They will be required to get actively involved in the daily life of the Centre. Half of the time will be devoted to proposals of activities for children and adults (according to the population currently present in the Centre). To a lesser extent and depending on the weather forecast, volunteers will take part in some activities as painting inside or maintenance of the park.

🏠 Accommodation on site

Volunteers will be accommodated in a common room (dormitory) in a building next to the central one. Showers are accessible in the central building. A washing machine is also available. Volunteers will share the same living conditions of the residents and beware that are really “basic”.

🍲 Food

Volunteers will be responsible for self-catering, so it is advised to bring along your own recipes and meal ideas. Please note that meals should be kept simple. A small kitchen will be accessible for volunteers to prepare their meals. Any dietary preferences, such as vegetarian or other special diets, should be communicated in advance to facilitate meal planning and grocery shopping.

📍 About the location

Rixensart is a commune located in the province of Walloon Brabant in Belgium. Situated in the central part of the country, Rixensart is known for its picturesque landscapes, lush greenery, and charming villages. The municipality encompasses several residential areas, including the town of Rixensart itself, as well as the villages of Genval, Rosières, and Couture-Saint-Germain. Genval is particularly renowned for its scenic lake, Lac de Genval, which attracts visitors for leisure activities such as boating and waterside dining. Rixensart also boasts historical sites, including Château de Rixensart, a stunning castle surrounded by beautiful gardens. With its blend of natural beauty and cultural heritage, Rixensart offers residents and visitors alike a peaceful and idyllic setting to enjoy.

🎒 Leisure activities

In Rixensart, Belgium, visitors can indulge in a variety of leisure activities amidst its picturesque landscapes and charming ambiance. From exploring historical landmarks like the Château de Rixensart to enjoying outdoor adventures such as hiking along scenic trails or boating on Genval Lake, there is something for every preference. Culinary enthusiasts can savor the local flavors at quaint eateries or browse through food markets for regional delicacies. With its blend of cultural experiences and natural beauty, Rixensart provides a delightful escape for visitors seeking relaxation and exploration alike.

⚠️ Requirements

The Participant profile: This project requests volunteers with a good level of motivation for its theme and with basic French knowledges. We recommend them to a have an idea about the policy concerning refugees in their own country. In order to demonstrate this, we ask the candidate volunteers: - to send a short motivation letter - to answer our specific questionnaire (if you do not have it yet, please ask it to your sending organization) - to send us a CGC (Certificate of good conduct) We will not confirm any placement request before the analysis of these documents.
Deadline: Application deadline: 05/07/2024.

🤝 Meeting point

The meeting point will be indicated in the info sheet.

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

BE38916

04/08/2024 → 17/08/2024

Closed
Volunteers registered 0 / 2
♂ 0/1 ♀ 0/1
Deadline: 05/07/2024

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

Rixensart, Belgium

Belgium

🌍 Location info

Local currency

Euro Member Countries (EUR / €)

Timezone

Central European Standard Time

Local time: 21:26 (12/11/2026)

✅ Features

🏠 Accommodation

Collective

🗣️ Languages spoken

Dutch English French