Dagtek FIXtv
Dagtek Serviceenhet
Ekenäs, Finland
Description
We invite you to apply directly at https://maailmanvaihto.fi/en/volunteer-in-finland/esc-available-projects, avoiding the portal -˃ Visit the website, download and fill out the application form, then send your application to esc@maailmanvaihto.fi. Please, note that we only accept application forms that can be downloaded from our website. No other versions will be considered. - FIXtv is a web channel created by people with intellectual disabilities, in collaboration with a mentor, with the goal of providing positive visibility for these people in society. FIXtv's programs are available at the website, https://fixtv.fi. The volunteer's role is to support and assist clients in their daily activities, mainly in the process of making films. This includes planning, filming, editing and sharing programs. Skills in video editing and recording are helpful, as is knowledge of editing programs such as Premiere Pro or similar - Don't miss this opportunity! Apply now on maailmanvaihto.fi
Accommodation, food and transport arrangements
- The volunteers will live in a shared flat of three volunteers. - Lunch will be offered at Dagtek. Other meals will be cooked by the volunteer and the volunteer will get a food allowance.
Training during the activity
The volunteer will have an on-arrival training camp and mid-term evaluation camp organised by the Finnish National Agency of the European Solidarity Corps. The volunteer will get access to the Online Language Support (OLS) tool of the European Solidarity Corps to support learning Swedish.
Participant profile
We are looking for volunteers interested in working with adults (18–60-year-olds) with different types of intellectual disabilities, autistic disorders, or minor learning challenges. It is important that the volunteer is socially active, flexible, and motivated to participate in community life, meaning being there for the clients and communicating actively with them. It is also important that the volunteer has open communication with the staff team and shares their ideas and observations with them. The working language of Dagtek is Swedish, so it is important to be motivated to learn Swedish. It is also important to be able to tolerate fast-changing situations. Volunteering at FIXtv is especially suitable for candidates who a have strong interest in filmmaking and at least some skills in it.
Activity dates
From 17/02/2025 to 16/02/2026
Activity location
Ekenäs, Finland
Activity type
Individual volunteering
Looking for participants from
Albania, Algeria, Anguilla, Armenia, Aruba, Austria, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Belgium, Bermuda, Bonaire Sint Eustatius and Saba, Bosnia and Herzegovina, British Antarctic Territory, British Indian Ocean Territory, Bulgaria, Canary Islands, Cayman Islands, Croatia, Curaçao, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, Estonia, Falkland Islands, Finland, France, French Guiana, French Polynesia, French Southern and Antarctic Territories, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Greenland, Guadeloupe, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Jordan, Kosovo * UN resolution, Latvia, Lebanon, Libya, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Martinique, Moldova (Republic of), Montenegro, Montserrat, Morocco, Netherlands, New Caledonia, North Macedonia, Norway, Palestine, Pitcairn, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Réunion, Saint Barthélemy, Saint Helena, Saint Martin (french part), Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, St Pierre and Miquelon, Sweden, Syrian Arab Republic, Tunisia, Turks and Caicos Islands, Türkiye, Ukraine, United Kingdom, Virgin Islands (British), Wallis and Futuna
Activity topics
Health and wellbeing
Creativity and culture
Deadline for applications
Application deadline: 25/10/2024 12:00