Intercultural Learning in Iceland
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SEEDS Iceland
Reykjavík, Island
Beskrivelse
SEEDS is an Icelandic non-governmental, non-profit-organisation. Activities are related to promoting volunteerism and intercultural awareness through non-formal learning, nature-oriented work, environmental and social issues. We work with participants (short- and long-term volunteers) and the local public, in volunteering, and intercultural learning camps. We host camps in Reykjavík all year round. Only during the summer, Nature&Conservation camps are organised around the country. The following roles are available: Environment Camp Coordinator and Photography Camp Coordinator. Applications are ONLY processed via email to mobility@seeds.is. Please send a CV, motivation letter and complete the questionnaire: https://forms.gle/hKbpNYBvFJmDseiKA If you are not from any of the countries stated, please indicate a partner organisation to act as your supporting organisation. Read more: https://bit.ly/SEEDS_Iceland_Long-term_ESC_April_October_2026
Logi, mad og transport
Accommodation: shared house in Reykjavík, walking distance from the office/city centre. While in camps in the countryside, accommodation is provided by local hosts; facilities vary according to the accommodation available, but SEEDS always ensures good-quality and safe accommodation to its volunteers. Food is provided by SEEDS, and volunteers help organise the weekly shopping. A plant-based diet is followed during SEEDS' camps. Transportation costs to Iceland and back are covered by the project's budget up to Erasmus+ limits for a certain country.
Oplæring under aktiviteten
SEEDS organises pre-departure (online) and on-arrival (in-person) orientation training to provide theoretical and practical knowledge. Volunteers are introduced to the ESC, SEEDS, Iceland as the hosting country, non-formal education, intercultural awareness and leadership. All volunteers have the opportunity to attend a 4-day On-Arrival training provided by the Icelandic National Agency, within two months of their arrival. Volunteers receive support from SEEDS' volunteer coordinator and peers while learning about SEEDS’ activities and building confidence within a comfortable environment.
Deltagerens profil
SEEDS is looking for candidates who are motivated and who show an interest and concern towards intercultural cooperation, environmental issues and preservation practices, artistic expression and creativity. The participants need to be ready to show some level of flexibility, adaptability, and have the ability to work independently, as well as in a team. Volunteers should be ready to implement and improve their leadership skills, public speaking skills, social skills and organisational skills. All our volunteers are required to be comfortable in communicating in English.
Datoer for aktiviteter
Fra 25/04/2026 til 01/10/2026
Steder for aktiviteter
Grettisgata 3a, Reykjavík, Island
Aktivitetstype
Individuelt frivilligt arbejde
Leder efter deltagere fra
Bulgarien, Czechia, Estland, Frankrig, Grækenland, Italien, Litauen, Nederlandene, Polen, Portugal, Rumænien, Slovakiet, Spanien, Tyskland, Ungarn, Østrig
Emner for aktiviteten
Social challenges
Environment and natural protection
Education and training
Creativity and culture
Ansøgningsfrist
Ansøgningsfrist: 20/02/2026 16:00
Projektkode
2025-1-IS01-ESC51-VTJ-000346825