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ESC Volunteering with donkeys and summer camps activities in an Hostel

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About the project

ESC Volunteering with donkeys and summer camps activities in an Hostel

📝 Detailed information

🏢 About the local organisation

Our partner organization in Italy typically focuses on activities related to childhood and youth. They offer educational programs, recreational activities, and cultural events for children and young people. Their aim is to provide a playful and entertaining space where young individuals can engage in enriching and stimulating activities.

💼 What the programme involves

In Casalino di Ligonchio, the main goal of our partner organization, a beautiful ecological hostel in the mountains, is to introduce the donkeys to the new generations. The donkey is an animal that for generations has collaborated with humans ensuring their survival and development. They organize visits for groups, schools, but also families, and individuals, trekking, and personalized excursions even for several days (with a stop in the shelters you find in the mountain or in the tent). The donkeys will help you to transport all the necessary equipment (tents, blankets, food, etc.) While the children will have the opportunity to try the thrill of riding these animals along the paths and the old mule tracks of the Apennines. Volunteers will help in the preparation of educational workshops for children, give support during trekkings and Erasmus+ exchanges, and provide assistance in the daily work of the hostel (welcoming of the guests, animal care, maintenance, kitchen duty, etc...).

🏠 Accommodation on site

The volunteers will live in the hostel. Travel costs will be reimbursed on the basis defined by the European Commission, according to the distance between the volunteer's residence and the host organisation.

🍲 Food

Volunteers will receive a monthly allowance of 6€/day according to the official ESC guidelines. Food will be provided to them by the host organisation.

📍 About the location

Casalino di Ligonchio is a picturesque village nestled in the mountains of the Emilia-Romagna region in Italy. Its history dates back centuries, marked by a rural and mountainous tradition where agriculture and livestock were essential activities for the community's survival. Surrounded by the stunning landscapes of the Apennines, Casalino di Ligonchio is enveloped by lush forests and verdant valleys, offering an idyllic setting for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

In this preserved natural environment, the nonprofit sector plays a significant role in community life. Local associations often engage in environmental preservation, promoting sustainable tourism, and fostering local economic development. Initiatives focused on environmental education, cultural heritage enhancement, and the promotion of local traditions are common.

In summary, Casalino di Ligonchio is a village steeped in history, nestled amidst the breathtaking Apennine mountains. Its nonprofit sector is vibrant, striving to preserve the natural environment, promote sustainable development, and celebrate the region's rich cultural heritage.

🎒 Leisure activities

In Casalino di Ligonchio, volunteers can enjoy the natural beauty of the Apennines through hiking, explore picturesque villages steeped in history, and savor delicious traditional Emilian cuisine. Donkey excursions offer a unique experience to discover the region at a leisurely pace. Whether immersing themselves in nature, discovering local culture, or simply relaxing, Casalino di Ligonchio provides an unforgettable getaway for volunteers contributing to its community activities.

⚠️ Requirements

The participant profile:

  • available for the whole duration of the project (May 2024 - October 2024);
  • available and interested to live in an REMOTE small village;
  • willing to live inside the hostel with little or no internet connection;
  • ready to share the spaces, and food with guests and staff;
  • strong motivation to work with children and to do activities closely with the donkeys;
  • animal and outdoors lover;
  • available to sleep, during trekking, in a tent

Will be positively evaluated:

  • past experiences in the socio-educational context;
  • past volunteer work.

Our partner expects your CV and cover letter in ENGLISH.

Application deadline: 06/05/2024.

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 the 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

IT39939

08/05/2024 → 08/10/2024

Closed
Volunteers registered 0 / 2
♂ 0/1 ♀ 0/1
Deadline: 06/05/2024

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

42039 Casalino, Province of Reggio Emilia, Italy

Italy

🌍 Location info

Local currency

Euro Member Countries (EUR / €)

Timezone

Central European Standard Time

Local time: 22:06 (12/11/2026)

✅ Features

🏠 Accommodation

Collective

🗣️ Languages spoken

English Italian