WORLD VILLAGE FESTIVAL
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About the project
WORLD VILLAGE FESTIVAL
📝 Detailed information
🏢 About the local organisation
Our partner is the umbrella organization of 260 Finnish civil society organizations (CSOs) dedicated to development cooperation, sustainable development, and global citizenship education. They specialize in global development and advocate for sustainable development and global justice worldwide, striving to create a fairer life for all. Our partner influences policies, supports civil society, and provides citizens with information to promote globally just sustainable development. Additionally, they organize the annual World Village Festival, Finland's leading event for global action. This admission-free cultural festival, food carnival, and sustainable development trade fair attract approximately 50,000 visitors during the weekend of May 25-26, 2024. The festival features a diverse program including domestic and international concerts, discussions, documentaries, children's programs, and workshops. Throughout the festival area, various organizations, including development organizations, environmental groups, disability organizations, trade unions, educational institutions, media, companies, and other actors, showcase their work. Hundreds of exhibitors participate each year, with around half being CSOs.
💼 What the programme involves
The festival volunteers will be involved in various tasks throughout the event. In the initial four days, their duties include setting up the festival area by transporting equipment such as fences and tables, assembling tents, hanging signs and banners, placing waste containers, and assisting with decoration. During the festival days, volunteers will primarily be assigned to the cleaning team to maintain the cleanliness of the festival grounds and the recycling team to ensure proper waste sorting. Following the conclusion of the festival, volunteers will assist with dismantling tasks, including disassembling equipment, removing banners, signs, and decorations. The World Village Festival is dedicated to enhancing its environmental sustainability efforts. As of 2024, only vegetarian food will be available for purchase, and the festival has obtained EcoCompass certification, making it one of Finland's first eco-certified events. Measures are in place to minimize waste, such as using durable printed materials and exclusively utilizing recyclable containers. Regular carbon footprint assessments are conducted, and all waste generated during the event is recycled. Biodegradable utensils and dishes are used for food service, while event banners are made from PVC-free and fully recyclable GeoMesh fabric. Additionally, the volunteer shirts are produced by Pure Waste, a manufacturer that utilizes cutting waste from other clothing manufacturers in its production process.
🏠 Accommodation on site
🍲 Food
The host will offer lunch on working days, while volunteers will prepare their own meals in small groups for other times. All the food provided will be plant-based.
📍 About the location
The volunteer team will be based in Helsinki, the capital of Finland, renowned for its picturesque surroundings and green spaces. With a population of over 600,000 residents, Helsinki is situated on the shores of the Baltic Sea. Accessing Helsinki is convenient, whether by flying into Helsinki-Vantaa airport or taking a ferry from Tallinn or Stockholm. The festival itself takes place in Suvilahti, an area located 3 km from Helsinki City center. Formerly a power plant and gaswork site, Suvilahti has been transformed into a cultural hub, hosting numerous festivals and events throughout the year.
🎒 Leisure activities
In Helsinki, there are various leisure activities to enjoy. You can explore the city's cultural attractions such as museums, galleries, and historic sites like Suomenlinna Sea Fortress. Nature lovers can visit nearby parks and islands, go for a walk along the waterfront, or enjoy outdoor activities like cycling and hiking. Helsinki also offers vibrant nightlife with numerous bars, restaurants, and clubs to experience. Additionally, you can indulge in shopping at local markets and boutiques, or relax in saunas, a traditional Finnish pastime.
⚠️ Requirements
The project receives support from the European Solidarity Corps and is open to citizens and permanent residents of EU countries and Ukraine aged between 18 and 30 years old. Participation, as well as accommodation and meals, are provided free of charge. Volunteers must commit to staying for the entire duration of the project to be eligible for pocket money (5 euros per day) and reimbursement of travel expenses.
🤝 Meeting point
The meeting point will be indicated in the info sheet.
ℹ️ Additional information
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📅 Available sessions
ALLI07ESC
18/05/2024 → 01/06/2024
ℹ️ Key information
Age required
18–30 years old
Solidarity donation
0.00
French tax residents may be eligible for a tax reduction of up to 66% of their costs (membership, plane tickets, solidarity donation).
📍 Location
Helsinki, Finland
Finland
🌍 Location info
Local currency
Euro Member Countries (EUR / €)
Timezone
Eastern European Standard Time
Local time: 21:15 (12/11/2026)
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