Football as a tool for social inclusion at Union Plaani
Union Plaani ry
Heinola, Φινλανδία
Περιγραφή
🔵 1. Project Summary Union Plaani is a grassroots football club in Heinola that believes football should be for everyone. This ESC volunteering project invites young people from across Europe to join our community and support our mission: making football a tool for social inclusion, participation, and empowerment. The project will immerse volunteers in the everyday life of the club — from training youth teams and organizing tournaments to supporting community football initiatives, local school outreach, and inclusive events for marginalized groups. By combining football, volunteering, and intercultural learning, we aim to build stronger community ties and promote European solidarity through sport. 🟡 2. Main Objectives • Use football as a tool to promote social inclusion, especially for youth with fewer opportunities. • Strengthen the role of ESC volunteers in everyday football club activities. • Foster intercultural learning and local–European exchange.
Διαμονή, διατροφή και έξοδα μετακίνησης
Volunteers will live in shared accommodation in Heinola with private rooms and shared kitchen/bathroom. The apartment is fully equipped and located near Union Plaani’s activities. Volunteers receive a monthly food allowance 200€ and pocket money 7€/day according to ESC rates. Bicycles are provided for daily transport; winter support or bus cards are arranged as needed. Travel costs to and from Finland are reimbursed based on ESC distance rules.
Κατάρτιση κατά τη δραστηριότητα
Volunteers receive on-arrival orientation, Finnish language support, and regular mentoring. They are trained in grassroots coaching, event planning, and working with youth through non-formal methods. Weekly reflection meetings help track learning. Volunteers also participate in ESC-organized on-arrival and mid-term training in Finland. Personal development is supported through Youthpass and individual learning plans.
Προφίλ συμμετέχοντος
We welcome two motivated young people (18–30) who are open-minded, responsible, and interested in community work through football. No specific skills or playing level required. Interest in youth work, sports, teamwork, or inclusion is a plus. Volunteers should be ready to live in a small town and take initiative. Basic English is needed .
Ημερομηνίες δραστηριότητας
Από 01/10/2025 έως 21/12/2025
Τοποθεσία δραστηριότητας
Keinukankaantie 4, Heinola, Φινλανδία
Τύπος δραστηριότητας
Ατομικός εθελοντισμός
Αναζήτηση για συμμετέχοντες από
Βέλγιο, Γαλλία, Γερμανία, Δανία, Εσθονία, Ιρλανδία, Ισπανία, Ιταλία, Κροατία, Μάλτα, Ολλανδία, Πολωνία, Πορτογαλία, Σερβία, Σλοβακία, Τσεχία, Φινλανδία
Θέματα της δραστηριότητας
Health and wellbeing
Physical education and sport
Προθεσμία υποβολής αιτήσεων
Προθεσμία υποβολής υποψηφιοτήτων: 31/08/2025 23:59
Κωδικός έργου
2025-1-FI01-ESC51-VTJ-000347439