YOU(TH) CAN
Cruz Vermelha Portuguesa - Delegação de Sanguedo
Sanguedo, Portugal
Descripción
YOU(TH) CAN is an individual European Solidarity Corps volunteering project hosted by the Portuguese Red Cross in Sanguedo, northern Portugal, from March to July 2026. The project welcomes 6 young people (18-30), especially those with fewer opportunities, who are motivated to make a positive impact in a local community. Volunteers will support social, educational and solidarity activities with children, elderly people and vulnerable groups, as well as take part in environmental and animal-care initiatives with partner organisations. Based on non-formal education, the project promotes solidarity, inclusion, intercultural learning and active citizenship. Volunteers will also have the opportunity to develop a personal project linked to their interests and the needs of the community. The hosting organisation provides mentoring, training, accommodation, food allowance, pocket money and linguistic support, ensuring a safe, inclusive and enriching volunteering experience.
Perfil del participante
We are looking for young people aged 18–30, especially those with fewer opportunities, who are motivated to engage in solidarity and community-based volunteering. Participants should be: - Open-minded, empathetic and interested in social inclusion and intercultural learning - Willing to work with children, elderly people, vulnerable groups and/or animals - Motivated to learn through non-formal education and hands-on experience - Proactive, responsible and ready to participate actively in daily activities - Interested in developing personal initiatives or projects during the mobility No specific qualifications or previous experience are required. Motivation, commitment and willingness to learn are the most important criteria.
Fechas de la actividad
Del 17/03/2026 al 11/07/2026
Lugar de la actividad
Sanguedo, Portugal
Tipo de actividad
Voluntariado individual
Se buscan participantes de
Alemania, España, Italia, Portugal
Temas de la actividad
Social challenges
Citizenship and democratic participation
Environment and natural protection
Health and wellbeing
Creativity and culture
Fecha límite para la presentación de solicitudes
Fecha de solicitud: 25/02/2026 09:00
Código del proyecto
2025-1-PT02-ESC51-VTJ-000346157