Programmes

Voluntary Social Year

The Voluntary Social Year gives young people aged 18 to 24 the opportunity to take part in a professionally supervised placement in the social sector. Placements are available throughout Austria.

Voluntary Environmental Year (FUJ)

The Voluntary Environmental Year (FUJ) gives young people aged 18 and over the opportunity to get involved in environmental protection, nature conservation, sustainability, or development cooperation throughout Austria.

Team Österreich

The “Team Österreich” initiative is open to anyone who wants to volunteer in Austria during disasters.

More information and organisations active in this field

oesterreich.gv.at

This section of oesterreich.gv.at outlines ways to volunteer and support charitable causes in Austria and abroad, for individuals and businesses.

Freiwilligenweb

The official website of the Federal Ministry of Social Affairs, Health, Care and Consumer Protection on volunteering.

WeltWegWeiser

Service Centre for International Volunteer Placements

Eurodesk Austria

Eurodesk Austria offers young people free, reliable information about European opportunities, including studying, working, and volunteering abroad.

Interesting links

Austrian Youth Portal

This section of the Austrian Youth Portal provides young people with information about opportunities and practicalities for travelling, studying, working, volunteering, and living abroad.

Youth Wiki – cross boarder

Everything young people from Austria need to know about volunteering.