ESC: Volunteers for European Cultural Exchange 3

Code: 49298 Copied

Turkey European Voluntary Service Culture European Voluntary Service Culture Fixed dates

About the project

📝 Detailed information

💼 What the programme involves

TUGVA, one of the leading ago in Turkey, will host a ESC project in Istanbul from December 20, 2025 to June 20, 2026. With its unique position bridging Europe and Asia, Istanbul offers an exceptional environment for cultural exchange and learning. Volunteers will be responsible for organizing four main activities: Painting workshops Environmental workshops Preparing an video series about culture Language workshops and social activity for children and young people These activities aim to foster intercultural understanding, raise environmental awareness, promote European cultural heritage, support language learning, develop project management and digital content creation skills, and strengthen European identity and solidarity. Through this project, participants will gain valuable experience in cross-cultural communication, teaching, and digital content creation. They will also have the opportunity to explore Istanbul’s rich history and vibrant cultural life.

🏠 Accommodation on site

Volunteers will stay in a fully equipped, centrally heated 130 m², 3+1 apartment in the Fatih district of Istanbul. Each room accommodates two people, with roommates assigned by a random draw. The apartment includes a living room, a fully equipped kitchen, and a spacious bathroom. Provided facilities: Wi-Fi, television, air conditioning, iron, clean bed linens, and towels. Volunteers can have free lunch at the TÜGVA office. Each participant will receive a monthly allowance of 330 Euros. ( food + pocket money ) Travel expenses will be covered according to Erasmus+ guidelines.

🎒 Leisure activities

Volunteers will receive training throughout their projects. Upon arrival, an orientation week will be organized to introduce TÜGVA, Turkish culture, and the project objectives. Ongoing training will include Turkish language lessons, cultural sensitivity workshops, project management sessions, digital content creation training, and regular mentoring sessions This holistic training approach aims to support the personal development of volunteers, enhance their contributions to the project, and prepare them for future intercultural experiences.

⚠️ Requirements

The Participant profile: Youngsters (preferably with fewer opportunities) between 18 and 30 years old. Education in arts, cultural studies, linguistics, communication, social sciences, or related fields is preferred. Good command of English (minimum B1 level) Proficiency in teaching their native language Open to and curious about intercultural communication Desire to share their own culture and learn about other cultures Age limit: 18-30 Desirable qualities include: Experience or interest in social media and digital content creation Knowledge of and curiosity about culture, history, and traditions Interest in youth work and intercultural dialogue Experience or interest in teaching or workshop facilitation
Deadline: 20/12/2025 12:00

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

TR49298

20/12/2025 → 20/06/2026

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Deadline: 20/12/2025

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

Istanbul, İstanbul, Türkiye

Turkey

🌍 Location info

Local currency

Turkey Lira (TRY / ₺)

Exchange rate

1 TRY = 0.017822 EUR

Rate as of 31/05/2026

Timezone

Türkiye Standard Time

Local time: 21:54 (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 Turkish