Making young people aware of age-related discrimination: ageism! (Orléans)
les petits frères des Pauvres
Petits Frères des Pauvres (Région Centre)
Orléans, France
Description
The volunteer will take part in the “Génération Liens” programme to raise awareness among middle and high school students about age-related discrimination through educational workshops. They will also contribute to local associative life by participating in activities with volunteers and older people, as well as holiday stays. Throughout the year, the volunteer will benefit from training sessions, guidance from the team, and support to help them integrate and meet other young volunteers.
Accommodation, food and transport arrangements
Orléans, located on the banks of the Loire River, is a city renowned for its rich heritage and proximity to the region's famous castles. Just one hour from Paris by train, it charms visitors with its pleasant living environment, combining historical heritage, vast green spaces, and a dynamic nightlife. Single room in a shared apartment located in the center of Orléans, a stone's throw from the famous cathedral, shared with other European and/or international volunteers. Office location : 17 Ter rue Croix de Malte in Orléans.
Training during the activity
You will benefit from dedicated trainings during all the year (it takes place in different cities in France: it is a great occasion to discover France and to meet with other volunteers from every age!). - You will take part in the trainings organized by the French National Agency ('On-arrival' and 'Mid-term'). - Supervision and advices will be provided by experimented staff and volunteers. - Conditions will be created to help you to fit-in well in your new environment and to get to meet other young people.
Participant profile
The mission is perfect for someone who: 1/ likes being in contact with people in general, and teenagers in particular 2/ wants to feel useful, wants to give and is ready to receive 3/ is able to have a basic conversation in French and have the will to progress 4/ is open-minded and wants to acquire social, intercultural and personal skills >>> TO APPLY: click on "APPLY" and explain in few sentences why you are motivated by this project! Discover here the testimonies of previous volunteers: https://youtu.be/qecZ3WBjY_U
Activity dates
From 01/09/2026 to 31/07/2027
Activity location
17 rue croix de Malte, Orléans, France
Activity type
Individual volunteering
Looking for participants from
Albania, Austria, Belgium, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden
Activity topics
Social challenges
Education and training
Working against discrimination (including gender discrimination)
Deadline for applications
Application deadline: 30/06/2026 11:00
Project code
2024-1-FR02-ESC51-VTJ-000236534