ESC Volunteering at Centre for Children at Risk in Tallinn, Estonia

Description

Tallinn Center for Children at Risk supports children without parental care or facing behavioral and substance abuse issues. It operates two shelters—Lilleküla and Männi—in Tallinn. Children arrive due to neglect, family violence, poverty, or similar challenges, usually referred by police or child protection workers. A team of social workers and a nurse provides care in a safe environment. Volunteers support staff by organizing activities, teaching languages, presenting their culture, and engaging in outings with the children. The role brings intercultural learning and fresh energy to the center’s routine. Volunteers work mainly Tue–Sat, with occasional Sundays. Personal initiative, flexibility, and teamwork are highly valued. Living and working in this environment offers a meaningful opportunity to contribute to children's wellbeing and personal growth. FOR MORE INFO & HOW TO APPLY: https://estyes.ee/en/projects/tallinn-centre-for-children-at-risk-lillekula-shelter/

Accommodation, food and transport arrangements

Volunteers will be provided with suitable accommodation conveniently located near their respective hosting organisation. Accommodation will typically be in a shared apartment or hostel, furnished with essential items. Rooms may be private or shared, depending on availability, with shared kitchen and bathroom facilities. Volunteers receive €5/day pocket money and a €200 food allowance, managing their own meals. International travel is reimbursed based on set travel budget and task related local transport is covered to full extent.

Training during the activity

Volunteers will take part in the ESC training cycle organized by the Estonian National Agency, which focuses on personal development and intercultural learning. Additionally, EstYES organizes hikes and other activities for volunteers throughout the service period, providing opportunities for social interaction.

Participant profile

- Ready to work with children and youngsters and have enough patience - Ready to understand and accept that the children/youngsters often come from difficult family and social background - Friendly and open-minded - Courage to take initiative - Playful - Optimistic - Responsible - Ability to speak Russian language is a big help, as this is the native language of many children in the Shelter.

Activity dates

A total of 34 week(s) during the period 05/01/2026 to 31/08/2026

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Activity location

Vana-Pärnu mnt 9a , Tallinn, Estonia

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Activity type

Individual volunteering

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Looking for participants from

Armenia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Montenegro, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Ukraine

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Activity topics

Social challenges

Citizenship and democratic participation

Health and wellbeing

Education and training

Employment and entrepreneurship

Creativity and culture

Physical education and sport

Working against discrimination (including gender discrimination)

Shelter

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Deadline for applications

No application deadline

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Project code

2025-1-EE01-ESC51-VTJ-000346616