Long-term volunteering at different Youth Centers in Estonia
Lääne-Harju Kultuuri- ja Noortekeskus
Lääne-Harju Huvikeskus
Keila, Estonia
Description
Lääne-Harju Huvikeskus is a public youth center located in the north-western part of Estonia. The organisation coordinates the work of seven youth rooms based in different small towns. Local young people aged 7-26 are welcome to join wide range of leisure activities organised by the permanent staff. The volunteers will be assisting a team of youth workers in daily activities of the centers in various locations giving a chance to see many places including beatiful nature and meet people around Lääne-Harju county. The youth worker provide task related support and guidance to the volunteers. Developing ideas and taking initiative is encouraged and fostered. Lääne-Harju Huvikeskus is open to host inernational volunteers who would become part of their community. FOR MORE INFORMATION & HOW TO APPLY: https://estyes.ee/en/projects/youth-clubs-in-laane-harju-county/
Accommodation, food and transport arrangements
The volunteers will be housed in a shared flat in a small town in Keila which is located near Tallinn. All the necessities are provided in the apartment. There is a frequent bus and train connection between villages in the area as well with the capital. The volunteers will receive monthly Food Allowance and Pocket Money. International travel is reimbursed based on set travel budget and task related local transport is covered to full extent.
Training during the activity
Lääne-Harju Huvikeskus employs a team of committed and professional youth workers who are willing to support the personal development of the volunteers during their stay with whatever is necessary. It is possible to provide emotional support, coaching and help with adjusting and designing the ESC experience.The volunteers will be part of ESC training cycle organised by Estonian National agency focusing on personal development and intercultural learning.
Participant profile
- Happy to work with children and youth - Responsible and communicative - Have positive attitude and an open mind - Able to take initiative and lead your own activity - Willing to work at evenings - Ready to share a flat with another volunteer
Activity dates
A total of 1 week(s) during the period 01/08/2024 to 31/08/2025
Activity location
Keila, Estonia
Activity type
Individual volunteering
Looking for participants from
Albania, Armenia, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Montenegro, Netherlands, North Macedonia, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Ukraine
Activity topics
Social challenges
Citizenship and democratic participation
Health and wellbeing
Education and training
Creativity and culture
Deadline for applications
No application deadline