Environmental Education and Community Inclusion
Fédération des Œuvres Laïques du Rhône et de la Métropole de Lyon
Saint-Priest, France
Description
Pôle Zodiac, a social centre run by FOL69, is an open community space that promotes daily interactions and neighbourhood life. It offers activities for children and teenagers, family support, and cultural, sports, and socio‑educational events. The volunteer will support environmental awareness and intercultural openness by working with children, teens, families, residents, and staff. Tasks include leading eco‑gesture workshops, helping protect the wooded park, and contributing to actions preventing illegal dumping with the Métropole de Lyon. They will also create opportunities to explore languages and cultures, support events that foster dialogue and diversity, participate in neighbourhood projects, and assist the team with daily activities. The mission can evolve based on the volunteer’s interests and initiative. More info about Pôle Zodiac : https://maisonsdequartier-stpriest.org/pole-zodiac/
Accommodation, food and transport arrangements
The volunteer will live in a shared apartment with other young people in a student residence. The volunteer will have an individual room and access to a kitchen (with a food allowance). The residence is near a metro station. A public transportation card or a membership card for the city bike (Vélov’) will be provided. According to the ESC program, a small allowance is provided for personal expenses.
Training during the activity
The volunteer will have access to linguistic support (online platform and French class depending on needs and availabilities). Also, they will attend to the trainings organised by the National Agency (on arrival training and mid-term training). The volunteer will have a tutor and and ESC coordinator. In addition, 3 following meetings with them, the tutor and ESC coordinator will be organized along their mission. A YouthPass training will be organized by FOL69.
Participant profile
This mission is ideal for someone who: - Is autonomous and able to take initiative. - Communicates easily with others and enjoys teamwork. - Is adaptable and comfortable in various environments (office work, facilitation of activities, partners meetings). - Shows a strong interest and sensitivity to ecological transition and sustainability. - Has a basic level of French to be able to communicate with the team and target groups. - Aged between 18 and 30 years old and legally residing in an EU member state or in a partner country of the ESC program. Available for 10 months (from 14th September 2026 to 30th June 2027)
Activity dates
From 15/09/2026 to 29/06/2027
Activity location
28 rue Danton, Saint-Priest, France
Activity type
Individual volunteering
Looking for participants from
Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden
Activity topics
Citizenship and democratic participation
Environment and natural protection
Deadline for applications
Application deadline: 14/07/2026 17:31
Project code
2025-1-FR02-ESC51-VTJ-000346389