Therapeutic Play & Social Inclusion for Youth in Hanoi, Vietnam (CSDS)
ASSOCIATION POUR LE DEVELOPPEMENT DES INITIATIVES CITOYENNES ET EUROPEENNES
CSDS Vietnam
HANOI, Виетнам
Описание
The volunteer will work at the Vietnam Friendship Village, a sanctuary for youth and veterans affected by Agent Orange. The role balances therapeutic play with community integration. Activities include: · Deliver structured play, occupational, and physiotherapy sessions for youth with disabilities. · Adapt physical exercises, games, and outdoor activities to individual abilities. · Provide one-on-one support to foster motor, sensory, and social skills. · Lead group workshops, creative events, and design simple visual/play materials. · Engage residents in gardening and farming within the village once or twice a week. · Document session notes and track progress where required. Additionally, you can participate in non-formal education programs for local youth empowerment alongside other volunteers. We seek empathetic volunteers ready to bring joy and care to an exceptional community.
Настаняване, хранене и транспорт
The volunteer will live in Hanoi in a shared twin room (same gender) at the volunteer house, equipped with free Wi-Fi, hot water, and AC/fans. A cook/cleaner prepares all meals from Monday to Sunday (except Saturday). A kitchen is available for personal use. The house is located in a lively neighborhood near shops, local markets, and cafes. To ensure smooth and free travel around the city and to the project site, the volunteer will be provided with a monthly Hanoi bus pass. You will be fully immersed in local life while enjoying a supportive environment.
Обучение по време на дейността
Volunteers receive a 5-day On-Arrival Training covering Vietnamese culture, language, and lifestyle, alongside tours. Continuous support is provided through language lessons and a dynamic team of local mentors. You will also visit local NGOs focused on social inclusion to share best practices. This opportunity is part of the RISE project, aiming to strengthen capacity and advocacy in vulnerable communities while developing your own intercultural skills. Workshop and trainings will be organize within the project to further develop the cooperation in between volunteers in the network.
Профил на участника
Candidates must be 18 to 35 years old and reside in an eligible country (EU Member State, North Macedonia, Iceland, Liechtenstein, or Turkey). Applicants must have completed the compulsory Humanitarian Aid Volunteering training and cannot have participated in an individual Humanitarian Aid Volunteering mission before; the total duration of all combined EU volunteering programs cannot exceed 12 months. The ideal volunteer should have an educational or professional background in special education, psychology, social work, therapy, or healthcare, alongside practical experience working with children or young adults with disabilities. We look for individuals with strong interpersonal skills who can connect across language barriers using patience, empathy, and creative talents like music, arts, or sports. Knowledge of sign language is a significant asset. On a personal level, this role requires high emotional resilience to remain positive in challenging environments, and exceptional flexibility to adapt to dynamic situations, including participating in outdoor gardening work. Ultimately, you must possess strong intercultural sensitivity, a collaborative mindset for community living, and a deep respect for the dignity of vulnerable populations.
Дати на дейността
От 08/09/2026 до 07/09/2027
Място на дейността
No.72, Pham Than Duat Street, Mai Dich Commune, Cau Giay District, Hanoi, HANOI, Виетнам
Вид дейност
Индивидуална доброволческа дейност
Търсим участници от
Австрия, Белгия, България, Германия, Гърция, Дания, Естония, Ирландия, Исландия, Испания, Италия, Кипър, Латвия, Литва, Лихтенщайн, Люксембург, Малта, Нидерландия, Полша, Португалия, Румъния, Северна Македония, Словакия, Словения, Турция, Унгария, Финландия, Франция, Хърватия, Чехия, Швеция
Теми на дейността
Social challenges
Citizenship and democratic participation
Health and wellbeing
Education and training
Working against discrimination (including gender discrimination)
Краен срок за подаване на кандидатури
Срок за подаване на заявлението: 17/07/2026 17:00
Код на проекта
2025-1-EACEA-VOLUN-101251290