Solidarity Gardens - Empowering Communities for Sustainable Futures
FUNDACION CONDADO DE TABOADA
Betanzos, Spain
Description
The Solidarity Gardens project aims to empower communities in rural areas by establishing sustainable green spaces that serve both environmental and social functions. The project will be focusing on the creation and maintenance of community gardens. It will be held in Betanzos, Spain, lasting a total of 56 days, including travel days, from March 5th to April 29th, 2025. The project will host 20 participants, aged 18 to 30, from four different countries: Spain, Morocco, Türkiye, and Portugal. It is specifically designed to address the negative consequences of deforestation, climate change, and rural depopulation.
Accommodation, food and transport arrangements
The volunteers will be living a house, situated on a hill overlooking Betanzos. The house offers comfortable accommodations for volunteers, featuring shared double or triple rooms that foster interaction among volunteers from various countries. The house features a shared kitchen, shared bathrooms, two living rooms equipped with TVs, and ample outdoor space. The host organization will cover travel and food costs.
Training during the activity
The volunteers will receive on-the-job training from the host organisation team regarding to the activities and mobility. The volunteers have the right and obligation to attend following the pre-departure training.
Participant profile
- Interested in the outdoor activities such as gardening. - Team Player: Works well with others and contributes to a positive atmosphere. - Practical Skills: Capable of setting up equipment and handling basic tasks. - Organized: Maintains cleanliness and order during events. - Good Communicator: Provides information clearly and effectively.
Activity dates
From 05/03/2025 to 29/04/2025
Activity location
Pazo de Illobre, Betanzos, Spain
Activity type
Volunteering teams
Looking for participants from
Spain
Activity topics
Environment and natural protection
Nutrition and subsistence agriculture
Deadline for applications
Application deadline: 17/05/2025 23:59