Volunteer Force
GURSU BELEDIYESI
ASSOCIAZIONE CULTURALE JUMPIN
POGGIARDO, Italy
Description
Community Vegetable Garden Development: Volunteers will establish a community vegetable garden, planting seasonal produce such as tomatoes, lettuce, and zucchini. Activities include soil preparation, planting, and ongoing maintenance. Training sessions will educate volunteers and locals on sustainable gardening techniques. This initiative fosters community self- reliance and environmental awareness. Weekly Italian courses will be integrated into the schedule. Children’s Events and Local Community Activities: Volunteers will help organize events for children, such as storytelling sessions, art workshops, and outdoor games. Additionally, they will support community events aimed at fostering local participation and cultural exchange. These activities will be complemented by Italian language courses to enhance communication with local participants. Family and Educational Events: Volunteers will assist in hosting events for families, including educational programs on sustain cultural.
Training during the activity
Volunteer Force offers volunteers a comprehensive development opportunity. Weekly Italian lessons will strengthen local communication and cultural interaction, while sustainable agriculture trainings will raise ecological awareness. Children's workshops will increase their skills in organizing educational activities. Intercultural learning and event management trainings will improve teamwork and organizational skills. ESC program and YouthPass certificate trainings will document the volunteering experience.
Participant profile
Volunteers for the Jump In ESC 2025 program, coordinated by Gürsu Municipality, should be interested in community projects, environmentally conscious, open to intercultural interaction and responsible individuals. Within the scope of the program, volunteers who will work on sustainable agriculture and environmentally friendly practices, organize educational and cultural activities with children and build strong ties with the local community are preferred. It is a great opportunity for individuals who are prone to teamwork, can work in harmony with volunteers from different countries and can take an active role in a multicultural environment. Thanks to the Italian lessons 2-3 times a week, volunteers are expected to be open to learning a new language and increasing cultural interaction. Although previous volunteering experience is an advantage, anyone between the ages of 18-30 who is highly motivated, able to take initiative and willing to learn can apply for the program. If you want to contribute in the areas of environmental sustainability, social inclusion and working with children and would like to live this experience in the Poggiardo region of Italy from March 21 to May 19, 2025, this ESC opportunity is for you!
Activity dates
From 21/02/2025 to 19/05/2025
Activity location
VIA DELLE MIMOSE 23, POGGIARDO, Italy
Activity type
Individual volunteering
Looking for participants from
Türkiye
Activity topics
Disaster prevention and recovery
Environment and natural protection
Education and training
Creativity and culture
Deadline for applications
No application deadline