ESC Volunteering at Orissaare Youth Centre – Saaremaa Island, Estonia
MTÜ NOORTEVAHETUSE ARENGU ÜHING ESTYES
Saaremaa Noorsootöö Keskus
Kuressaare, Estonia
Description
Located on the beautiful island of Saaremaa, Orissaare Youth Center offers the opportunity to support young people through youth work and non-formal learning while becoming part of a lively local community. The project focuses on creating meaningful opportunities for young people to develop their skills, confidence and creativity through workshops, cultural activities and everyday interactions. Volunteers contribute to a welcoming environment where young people are encouraged to participate and take initiative. At the same time, the project promotes intercultural learning by bringing together different cultures and perspectives, enriching both the local community and the volunteer's personal development. Through this experience, volunteers gain valuable insight into youth work, community engagement and life in a close-knit island community while making a positive impact on the lives of local young pe MORE INFO & HOW TO APPLY: https://estyes.ee/en/projects/orissaare-youth-center/
Accommodation, food and transport arrangements
Volunteers will be provided with suitable accommodation conveniently located near their respective hosting organisation. Accommodation will typically be in a shared apartment or hostel, furnished with essential items. Rooms may be private or shared, depending on availability, with shared kitchen and bathroom facilities. Volunteers receive €5/day pocket money and additional €7/day food allowance, managing their own meals. International travel is reimbursed based on set travel budget and task related local transport is covered to full extent.
Training during the activity
Volunteers will take part in the ESC training cycle organized by the Estonian National Agency, which focuses on personal development and intercultural learning. Additionally, EstYES organizes hikes and other activities for volunteers throughout the service period, providing opportunities for social interaction.
Participant profile
- Enjoys working as part of a team and collaborating with others - Open-minded, adaptable, and willing to learn from new experiences - Confident using digital tools, social media, and online communication platforms - Self-motivated and able to work independently when needed - Strong communication skills and comfortable engaging with new people - Proactive and willing to take initiative in activities and projects - Interested in intercultural learning and community engagement - Good command of English; knowledge of Russian and/or German is an asset
Activity dates
From 25/10/2026 to 30/06/2027
Activity location
Pihtla tee 3, Kuressaare, Estonia
Activity type
Individual volunteering
Looking for participants from
Albania, Armenia, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Kosovo * UN resolution, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Montenegro, Netherlands, North Macedonia, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Ukraine
Activity topics
Social challenges
Citizenship and democratic participation
Environment and natural protection
Health and wellbeing
Education and training
Employment and entrepreneurship
Creativity and culture
Support to local Small and Medium Enterprise
Deadline for applications
No application deadline
Project code
2026-1-EE01-ESC51-VTJ-000402345