The Solidarity Shores – Empowering Communities for Sustainable Fish and Seafood Resources
FUNDACION CONDADO DE TABOADA
Cambados, Spain
Description
Solidarity Shores (SOLIDMAR) is a European Solidarity Corps project empowering young people to protect marine ecosystems and support fishing communities affected by climate change. The first volunteering team will bring together 30 young people from Spain, Portugal and Türkiye for 38 days in Cambados (Galicia, Spain). Volunteers will participate in coastal clean-ups, shellfish bed restoration, seafood waste composting, recycling initiatives and environmental awareness events. You will work alongside local fishers, learn about sustainable fishing practices, document traditional knowledge, and contribute to real solutions for marine conservation and circular economy in coastal communities. Infopack: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1X8moSRrpOV_Ge3ADi_9FA47MfXYyNOW-/view?usp=sharing
Accommodation, food and transport arrangements
The volunteers will be living a Pazo (Casa dos MazaI, situated on a hill overlooking Ría de Arousa. The house offers comfortable accommodations for volunteers, featuring shared double or triple rooms that foster interaction among volunteers from various countries. The house features a shared kitchen, each bedroom has a private bathroom, outdoor area (such as a big garden, terrace).. The host organization will cover travel and food costs.
Training during the activity
The volunteers will receive on-the-job training from the host organisation team regarding to the activities and mobility. The volunteers have the right and obligation to attend following the pre-departure training.
Participant profile
- Interested in the outdoor activities related to the marine life. - Team Player: Works well with others and contributes to a positive atmosphere. - Practical Skills: Capable of setting up equipment and handling basic tasks. - Organized: Maintains cleanliness and order during events. - Good Communicator: Provides information clearly and effectively.
Activity dates
From 04/05/2026 to 08/06/2026
Activity location
Cortiñas 8¡, Cambados, Spain
Activity type
Volunteering teams
Looking for participants from
Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden
Activity topics
Environment and natural protection
Employment and entrepreneurship
Disaster Preparedness
Deadline for applications
Application deadline: 10/04/2026 23:59
Project code
2025-1-EACEA-VTHPA-101239113