“New Steps on the Camino — Youth for Heritage and Sustainability
Federação Portuguesa do Caminho de Santiago
VILA POUCA DE AGUIAR, Portugal
Descrição
New Footsteps on the Camino”, promoted by the Portuguese Federation of the Camino de Santiago within the framework of the European Solidarity Corps Quality Label, aims to engage young people in the preservation, enhancement, and sustainable promotion of the Camino de Santiago routes in Portugal. Volunteers will support environmental and heritage conservation actions, collaborate with local communities, take part in awareness-raising activities, foster intercultural dialogue, and contribute to the production of the Federation’s digital content and tools. Activities include assisting pilgrims, clean-up and waymarking campaigns, collecting and systematising heritage information, community workshops, and promoting sustainable tourism.
Comparticipação nas despesas de alojamento, alimentação e transporte
Volunteering may take place in one of the following clusters: -Coastal Camino (Viana do Castelo, Caminha, Matosinhos) -Central Camino (Albergaria, Tomar, Alvaiázere) -Interior Camino (Castro Daire, Santa Marta de Penaguião, Vila Pouca de Aguiar) -Torres Camino (Pinhel, Trancoso, Braga) -Eastern Camino (Fundão, Guarda, Covilhã) The host provides shared, fully equipped accommodation, food (allowance or meals), and covers local transport for project activities.
Formação durante a atividade
Volunteers will receive ongoing training throughout the project, including an initial welcome and cultural integration session, basic language support, and guidance on project goals. They will learn by doing, join regular reflection moments, and be mentored by local coordinators. They may also attend trainings offered by the National Agency and will be supported in recognising their skills through the Youthpass process.
Perfil do participante
-Young people aged 18 to 30; -Excellent command of English, French and/or Portuguese; -Motivation to take part in volunteering activities; -Interest in environmental sustainability, cultural/natural heritage, and the Camino de Santiago routes; -Full availability to participate for the defined volunteering period; -Ability to work in a team, with a strong sense of responsibility and proactivity; -Flexibility and ability to adapt to different contexts (including rural settings); -Openness to intercultural dialogue and to living alongside local communities and pilgrims; -Respect for the principles of hospitality, inclusion, and European values.
Datas da atividade
De 15/04/2026 a 30/07/2026
Local da atividade
RUA DR HENRIQUE BOTELHO, VILA POUCA DE AGUIAR, Portugal
Tipo de atividade
Voluntariado individual
Procuramos participantes dos seguintes países
Espanha, França, Itália, Lituânia, Portugal
Temas da atividade
Environment and natural protection
Health and wellbeing
Creativity and culture
Data-limite para a apresentação de candidaturas
Prazo de candidatura: 15/03/2026 00:00
Código do projeto
2025-1-PT02-ESC51-VTJ-000347954