Green lifestyle and creativity in Latvia
LATVIJAS PIRMĀS PALĪDZĪBAS VIENĪBA
Liepāja, Letonia
Descripción
The ESC volunteer activity focuses on promoting a sustainable, green lifestyle by upcycling and creatively repurposing materials such as donated clothes, paper, and cardboard collected by the organization. While some donations are redistributed to local individuals, unused items often accumulate and take up space. This activity encourages volunteer to use these materials to create innovative, eco-friendly items, such as toys to donate to children in need, art pieces, educational games, or instructional videos showcasing DIY projects. By creatively upcycling unused materials, volunteer will learn about sustainable practices and share these values with the wider community. The initiative also supports social inclusion by providing items like toys and educational resources to those in need. The volunteers actively contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable world, embodying solidarity by creating public awareness around recycling and responsible consumption.
Alojamiento, manutención y transporte
LATVIAN FIRST AID UNIT has a former school in Rude, Latvia, with full equipment for short and long term stays, all volunteers will stay in this location. We have over 90 beds, with separate rooms to accommodate different needs. Laundry room, separate showers and toilets. We have a fully equipped professional kitchen, as well as qualified staff to support volunteers in every need or question regarding accommodation, food and cooking, and cleaning. The local bus stop is next to the school entrance with regular bus routes 8 times per day to Liepaja and other locations.
Formación durante la actividad
The volunteers will be involved in various hands-on, creative tasks, including - Design and Creation of Upcycled Items, Content Creation, Community Engagement. Volunteer will receive training and support from organisation staff throughout their ESC journey. Volunteers will be trained to assess materials to avoid health or safety risk. Volunteers creating instructional videos or digital content will be trained in ethical content creation, including considerations for privacy, safety, and respect for all involved. First aid training for volunteers safety, latvian language for communication.
Perfil del participante
We are looking for motivated, creative, and socially conscious individuals who are passionate about sustainability, environmental protection, and community engagement. Ideal volunteers enjoy hands-on, artistic tasks and are eager to explore upcycling as a tool for positive change. Key qualities: Interest in sustainability, recycling, or environmental education. Creative mindset and willingness to experiment with new ideas. Basic crafting, artistic, or design skills (not mandatory but a plus). Open-mindedness and teamwork abilities. Motivation to work with children and local communities. Willingness to document and share their process (e.g., photos, videos). Volunteers from rural areas or with fewer opportunities are warmly welcomed. Additional support will be provided to ensure an inclusive and enriching experience for everyone. All volunteers will receive training, mentorship, guidance and support from staff throughout their ESC journey. Enthusiasm, flexibility, and a proactive attitude are more important than prior experience. Join us in turning "waste" into meaningful change! Connect with us: Instagram - www.instagram.com/firstaidlv Facebook - www.facebook.com/latppv Website - www.lvppv.wordpress.com
Fechas de la actividad
A total of 23 week(s) during the period 10/08/2026 to 15/01/2027
Lugar de la actividad
Uliha iela 35/37 - 52N, Liepāja, Letonia
Tipo de actividad
Voluntariado individual
Se buscan participantes de
Albania, Alemania, Argelia, Armenia, Aruba, Austria, Azerbaiyán, Bielorrusia, Bonaire, San Eustaquio y Saba, Bosnia y Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Bélgica, Chequia, Chipre, Croacia, Curazao, Dinamarca, Egipto, Eslovaquia, Eslovenia, España, Estonia, Finlandia, Francia, Georgia, Grecia, Groenlandia, Hungría, Irlanda, Islandia, Israel, Italia, Jordania, Kosovo * UN resolution, Letonia, Libia, Liechtenstein, Lituania, Luxemburgo, Líbano, Macedonia del Norte, Malta, Marruecos, Moldavia, Montenegro, Noruega, Nueva Caledonia, Países Bajos, Polinesia Francesa, Polonia, Portugal, Rumanía, Rusia, San Bartolomé, San Martín (parte neerlandesa), San Pedro y Miquelón, Serbia, Siria, Suecia, Territorios Australes Franceses, Territorios Palestinos, Turquía, Túnez, Ucrania, Wallis y Futuna
Temas de la actividad
Social challenges
Citizenship and democratic participation
Disaster prevention and recovery
Environment and natural protection
Fecha límite para la presentación de solicitudes
Fecha de solicitud: 26/07/2026 23:59
Código del proyecto
2026-1-LV02-ESC51-VTJ-000400927