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Associação Sójovem das Saibreiras

Associação SóJovem das Saibreiras

Ermesinde, Porto, Portugal

Description

Associação SóJovem provides learning opportunities to volunteers in digitalization, youth participation, green practices, ecology, sports, art, and cultural activities. The organization fosters a warm atmosphere and provides free space for participants' creativity. The volunteering program will last for 9 months in Ermesinde, Porto. Tasks include: Organizing a Summer Camp for children Supporting Theatre Workshops Facilitating Intercultural Activities Organizing Sport Events Running Music Workshops Engaging in Green activities such as walking, presentations, and awareness raising Supporting Photography sessions Each volunteer will have an individual task that encourages creativity. Volunteers will learn: The process of Erasmus+ projects Designing using Canva and other tools Photography Theatre techniques Youth Work practices Green practices Ecologic awareness The project will provide a safe atmosphere for volunteers to showcase their creativity and potential."

Accommodation, food and transport arrangements

Accommodation: The organization and accommodation are located in Ermesinde, Porto. Volunteers will share rooms (2-3 volunteers per room) in a flat. The accommodation provides all conditions are necessary. Food: Volunteers will receive a food allowance according to the European Solidarity Corps program guide. Transportation: Travel from the volunteer's country to Portugal will be covered by the program, according to the distance of the country. Volunteers will not need transportation during the project. If any activity requires transportation, the organization will cover.

Training during the activity

Volunteers will participate in on-arrival and mid-term training organized by the National Agency of Portugal. Additionally, we will provide various trainings to volunteers, including: Soft Skills Digital Literacy Gender Education Theatre Music Language courses are not covered by the project; however, the organization will support volunteers in registering for Online Language Support (OLS). The organization's Youth Workers will facilitate and support the volunteers in learning Portuguese.

Participant profile

Associação Sójovem is a youth organization that is currently seeking volunteers who are enthusiastic about youth work and non-formal education. Creativity, readiness to take initiative, and problem-solving skills are key attributes for the volunteer profile. The organization prioritizes supporting volunteers with fewer opportunities. Other skills and interests sought include proficiency in digital tools, theater, music, intercultural exchange, and children's animation. Volunteers must be fluent in English or Portuguese.


Activity dates

A total of 36 week(s) during the period 01/04/2024 to 30/04/2025


Activity location

R. Rodrigues de Freitas N.º 1202, Ermesinde, Porto, Portugal


Activity type

Individual volunteering


Looking for participants from

Albania, Armenia, Austria, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Estonia, Finland, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Moldova (Republic of), North Macedonia, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Slovenia, Spain, Türkiye, Ukraine


Activity topics

Citizenship and democratic participation

Environment and natural protection

Education and training

Creativity and culture


Deadline for applications

No application deadline