Last May we took part in a project named “Navigating Chaos 2.0”, in the framework of the Erasmus+ programme - Key Action 1 - Mobility projects for youth workers. It took place near Sofia, in the Bulgarian Red Cross training center, a magical place surrounded by nature. 

The aim of the project was to help us improve our way of facing and navigating chaotic situations -which can be found at work, in social life or within ourselves – through the use of tools and activities including effective communication, problem-solving, decision-making, leadership and team building. 

We found ourselves returning to our everyday reality somewhat puzzled, but certainly more aware of ourselves and others around us.

The project was completely funded by Erasmus+ and we met amazing people from Bulgaria, Greece, Spain, Portugal, Poland, Latvia, Romania and Serbia.

We stayed only nine days but it felt like a month. They have been very tiring but enriching days and words cannot fully express what this project has meant to us. We can simply say that it challenged, tested, helped, filled and emptied us, opening us up to new points of view.

We will never forget the practical lessons, the team games, the dynamics and the relationships we managed to create.

This is the right experience for you if you are looking for something new that will make you take one or more steps outside your comfort zone, and at the same time make you have fun and learn.

Updated on Tuesday, 17/02/2026

Here's a little inspiration and reflection - let's use it!

A volunteer eager to explore

As a final year Masters student, I decided to mix up my everyday life and explore the world. I had my doubts at the time, but looking back now I am grateful for the courage and curiosity that inspired me to embark on this journey.

3 weeks to prepare for a new life

I fell in love with one of the volunteering project. They were looking for people last minute, so within 3 weeks I applied for the placement. The quick decision still inspires me today to dare to take spontaneous steps in my life, because of the awesome things that can come out of it.

10 months volunteering in Burgos

I arrived in Spain with a hand luggage and now I believe that my time there has deeply shaped my personality and my vision of the world. I had never been to the north of Spain before and I was able to discover the wonderful landscape. Burgos and its surroundings are beautiful, a well-known stop on the El Camino. I appreciate every moment I spent there.

2 supporting organisations

My work was supported by two wonderful organisations, one Hungarian and one local. A supportive community is really important and due to that we are never alone on our journey.

3 wonderful housemates and fellow volunteers

During the project I was able to work with 3 other volunteers, an Italian, a French and a German girl who became my family in Spain. Our time we spent together, and all of the memories were made, I can still recall today.

32 days in quarantine

We started our volunteering with quarantine. We weren't always happy there, but looking back two years later, I realized that this challenge strengthened my relationship with my fellow volunteers and made our team even stronger.

1 inspiring project

As a volunteer for the Green Hands Burgos project, I worked for the rural development association Asociación Ábrego. I organised and coordinated trainings and projects, as well as taking part in marketing activities and developing internal projects. It's exciting how my studies were useful for working in a small association in a small town, 2000 km far from home.

450+ participants

I am very proud of the events I organised had an impact the lives of more than 450 children, young people and adults. From survival camps, to music heritage camps, to children's environmental education, a wide range of agro-geographical trainings (e.g. conservation course, mushroom picking, beekeeping, organic gardening).  

15+ Spanish villages and towns discovered

Beside the cities Bilbao, Santander and Madrid, I also visited the stunning villages near Burgos. These trips have enriched my cultural and historical knowledge, and finally I have different perspective on the communities and places I had before.

2 years at home

Two years ago, a new, unknown world opened up to me.  The community experience was a powerful resource for active social participation The experiences during of my time became a selfguide for my future. . The experience of my time abroad has been a guide for my life.

Here is my recipe.

I wish you good luck to discover it on your own!

Updated on Tuesday, 17/02/2026