MY GREEN STEPS THROUGH THE FOREST
FIRAT UNIVERSITESI
"H2O"-Associação de Jovens de Arrouquelas
ARROUQUELAS, Portugal
Description
My Green Steps Through the Forest is a short-term European Solidarity Corps volunteering project taking place in Arrouquelas, a small rural village in central Portugal. The project aims to promote environmental awareness, forest preservation, and active citizenship through practical and community-based activities. Volunteers will support the maintenance of green and public spaces, participate in forest surveillance and fire prevention initiatives, contribute to recycling campaigns, and help organize awareness-raising workshops and intercultural events. Participants will work closely with local residents, learn about sustainable rural development, and experience life in a multicultural environment. The project also encourages creativity and teamwork through the creation of social media content, exhibitions, and educational materials.
Accommodation, food and transport arrangements
Participants will be accommodated in a camping area managed by the hosting organization in the rural village of Arrouquelas, Portugal. Volunteers will stay in shared tents separated by gender, with access to sanitary facilities and common spaces. Breakfast, lunch, and part of the dinner arrangements will be provided by the hosting organization. Volunteers will also have the opportunity to prepare intercultural dinners together, promoting cultural exchange and teamwork. Travel costs will be covered according to ESC regulations.
Participant profile
We are looking for motivated young people aged 18–30 who are interested in environmental protection, sustainability, volunteering, and intercultural learning. Participants should be open-minded, responsible, and willing to work in an international team while contributing to community-based activities in a rural environment. Volunteers should be comfortable with outdoor activities and ready to participate in practical tasks such as environmental maintenance, forest preservation initiatives, recycling campaigns, community support activities, and awareness-raising events. No specific qualifications are required; however, a positive attitude, willingness to learn, teamwork skills, and respect for cultural diversity are essential. Priority will be given to young people who are motivated to promote environmental awareness, active citizenship, solidarity, and social inclusion within their local communities. Participants should be prepared to actively engage in all project activities and contribute to the intercultural life of the group.
Activity dates
A total of 3 week(s) during the period 01/07/2026 to 31/07/2026
Activity location
Rua Fundadores da Junta de Freguesia, nº73, ARROUQUELAS, Portugal
Activity type
Individual volunteering
Looking for participants from
Türkiye
Activity topics
Environment and natural protection
Deadline for applications
Application deadline: 15/06/2026 17:33
Project code
2025-1-TR01-ESC51-VTJ-000347196