EUROPEAN SOLIDARITY CORPS in Sardinia
Coda di Lupo APS
Oristano, Italy
Description
The ESC in Sardinia offers young people a meaningful volunteering experience focused on solidarity, inclusion, and personal growth. The project takes place in Oristano, a beautiful town in western Sardinia. In line with the European Youth Strategy, the project aims to foster youth participation, empowerment, and social and civic engagement through non-formal education activities. Volunteers will support social inclusion initiatives, with a special focus on people with fewer opportunities, while developing intercultural skills and a strong sense of European solidarity. Main activities include intercultural and intergenerational workshops, mental health education and wilderness-based activities, and sports, leisure, and recreational initiatives promoting well-being, teamwork, and community life. Living and volunteering in Sardinia means discovering a unique territory rich in nature, culture, and traditions, while contributing to a positive impact at local and European level.
Accommodation, food and transport arrangements
Volunteers will be accommodated in a private apartment offering comfortable double rooms and shared facilities, including a kitchen, living room, and bathroom. Each volunteer will receive a daily allowance of €11.00 (covering both pocket money and food expenses) to support their living costs and any additional personal expenses during the project. Travel costs will be reimbursed in accordance with the European Commission’s distance band calculator, based on the distance between the place of residence and Oristano.
Training during the activity
• General Online Training and Linguistic Support • Pre-departure Training • On-arrival Training • Task-related Training specific to the activities of the project • Non-formal education sessions focused on soft skills development, including conflict management, team building, and problem solving • Additional training opportunities related to the thematic areas of the project
Participant profile
We are looking for volunteers aged 18–30 who are open-minded and motivated to engage in meaningful intercultural experiences. Ideal candidates will have: • Good social and communication skills • An empathetic attitude and positive energy • Flexibility and adaptability in diverse situations • A genuine interest in learning from challenges and contributing to the community • Motivation to support one another and cooperate towards a shared purpose • An interest in sports, outdoor activities, and promoting a healthy lifestyle • Sensitivity and willingness to engage with people experiencing mental health difficulties, promoting respect, inclusion, and empowerment
Activity dates
From 23/02/2026 to 24/03/2026
Activity location
Oristano, Italy
Activity type
Individual volunteering
Looking for participants from
Albania, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden
Activity topics
Environment and natural protection
Health and wellbeing
Creativity and culture
Physical education and sport
Deadline for applications
Application deadline: 18/01/2026 12:00
Project code
2024-2-IT03-ESC51-VTJ-000278694