ESC: YOUTH AND COMMUNITY IN LATVIA
Code: 54814 Copied
Latvia
European Voluntary Service
Social work
Culture
European Voluntary Service
Social work
+1
Fixed dates
About the project
ESC: YOUTH AND COMMUNITY IN LATVIA
📝 Detailed information
🏢 About the local organisation
A youth organization from Latvia, which carries out comprehensive development of young people using non-formal education methods.
Promote favorable conditions for the intellectual and creative development of young people, promoting the full development of their personality, helping them integrate into society and promoting their initiative and participation in the decision-making process;
Popularize a healthy lifestyle and sports among children, young people and other Latvian residents, improve their moral, spiritual and physical growth;
To provide humanitarian and physical assistance to families, people with functional disabilities and lonely pensioners by organizing various charity events;
Organize seminars, trainings, individual member consultations, camps and other practical and theoretical classes for various target groups, including using non-formal education methods - voluntary work;
To develop full-fledged and youth-appropriate social services in Latvia.
We are voting members of the Latvian Youth Council, as well as represented in the decision-making body of this organization - the board, to which we delegated our member Elīza Elizabete Loja.
Included in the list of youth organizations of the Ministry of Education and Science from 06.12.2021, decision no. 9-1.3/21/7.
Representing the interests of children and young people, we are represented on the board of the "Bauska district rural partnership" society.
Granted the status of public benefit organization from 11.03.2020, decision no. 30.6-8.71/36288, in the field of activity development of civil society.
We are full members of the Latvian Platform for Development Cooperation (LAPAS), which is a national platform for development cooperation.
Promote favorable conditions for the intellectual and creative development of young people, promoting the full development of their personality, helping them integrate into society and promoting their initiative and participation in the decision-making process;
Popularize a healthy lifestyle and sports among children, young people and other Latvian residents, improve their moral, spiritual and physical growth;
To provide humanitarian and physical assistance to families, people with functional disabilities and lonely pensioners by organizing various charity events;
Organize seminars, trainings, individual member consultations, camps and other practical and theoretical classes for various target groups, including using non-formal education methods - voluntary work;
To develop full-fledged and youth-appropriate social services in Latvia.
We are voting members of the Latvian Youth Council, as well as represented in the decision-making body of this organization - the board, to which we delegated our member Elīza Elizabete Loja.
Included in the list of youth organizations of the Ministry of Education and Science from 06.12.2021, decision no. 9-1.3/21/7.
Representing the interests of children and young people, we are represented on the board of the "Bauska district rural partnership" society.
Granted the status of public benefit organization from 11.03.2020, decision no. 30.6-8.71/36288, in the field of activity development of civil society.
We are full members of the Latvian Platform for Development Cooperation (LAPAS), which is a national platform for development cooperation.
💼 What the programme involves
Join our team as a volunteer and contribute directly to youth development and community engagement in Latvia! In this role, you will collaborate closely with local youth centers in Riga and Bauska. Your core responsibilities will include assisting in the daily operation and maintenance of the centers, as well as developing and facilitating engaging activities and initiatives for local youth. A key priority of the project is promoting social inclusion and supporting young people with fewer opportunities. Additionally, you will participate in visits to schools across Latvia, helping to organize and lead interactive educational workshops. This project offers a valuable opportunity to gain practical experience in youth work, foster intercultural exchange, and make a meaningful impact within local communities.Info pack: https://canva.link/z3afooymvsdaj3a
🏠 Accommodation on site
Participants will stay in fully equipped shared apartment in Bauska. The living spaces include everything needed for a comfortable stay - a complete kitchen, modern bathroom, washing machine, and fast Wi-Fi. Since all standard kitchen tools and appliances are provided, participants can easily prepare their own meals using a provided food allowance. All local and intercity transport is fully covered. Participants will receive public transport passes for Riga, while travel between Riga and Bauska will be handled via regular intercity buses or arranged transport.
🎒 Leisure activities
The team will introduce participants to non-formal education and show them how these activities are run in practice. Participants will learn how to work with young people, lead activities, and handle group work step by step. Throughout the project, the team will be there to help with any questions, ideas, or challenges that come up. Regular support and guidance will be provided so every volunteer feels safe, confident, and ready for their tasks.
⚠️ Requirements
The Participant profile: This project is open to anyone aged 18 to 30 who is interested in working with young people and leading activities. Participants can also get involved in social media management and other tasks essential for youth work. No previous experience is required—all you need is motivation and a willingness to learn!
Deadline: 19/10/2026 23:59
Deadline: 19/10/2026 23:59
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 ?
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.
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.
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LV54814
20/10/2026 → 15/03/2027
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Deadline: 19/10/2026
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
Bauska, Bauska pilsēta, Bauska Municipality, LV-3901, Latvia
Latvia
🌍 Location info
Local currency
Euro Member Countries (EUR / €)
Timezone
Eastern European Summer Time
Local time: 21:24 (12/11/2026)
🛡️ Before you leave
✅ Features
🏠 Accommodation
Collective
🗣️ Languages spoken
English
Latvian
Russian
Lithuanian