Open Youth Work In Toila
Toila valla Spordi-ja Kultuurikeskus
Voka, Estonia
Description
Join a 10-month European Solidarity Corps project in Estonia and become part of a welcoming small community! This is an opportunity to gain international experience while contributing to the daily life of youth centers, schools, and kindergartens. At the youth center you will discover an open and inclusive approach to youth work, where young people aged 7–26 can feel safe, spend time together, and express themselves freely. Cooperation with local institutions will create opportunities to connect with children, teachers, and community members. The project values cultural exchange, personal initiative, and learning through experience. Volunteers can share their perspectives, explore their interests, and develop ideas with support from local staff. We are looking for open-minded, responsible, and motivated people who are ready to learn, build meaningful connections, and experience everyday life in Estonia from a local perspective. Infopack: https://canva.link/infopacktoilaesc26
Accommodation, food and transport arrangements
You will live in Jõhvi in a two-room apartment together with another volunteer. You will have your own private room. The apartment is fully equipped and has everything you need for everyday life. Your travel costs will be covered according to programme rules. You'll receive €6 daily food allowance to organize your meals as you wish, plus €5 daily pocket money, health insurance, a local SIM card, and support with local transportation between your home and volunteering places.
Training during the activity
The Estonian National Agency provides on-arrival training where you'll meet fellow ESC volunteers and learn essential information about living in Estonia. A mid-term evaluation offers the opportunity to reflect on your experience and connect with other volunteers. You'll have a dedicated mentor providing regular guidance and support for both personal and project-related matters. Coordinating organization (AEYC) will introduce you to open youth work principles, ensuring you understand our inclusive approach and develop practical skills for working with young people.
Participant profile
We are looking for you, if you are: - motivated and open to working with children and young people aged 7–26; - interested in open youth work and non-formal learning creative and willing to share your ideas, hobbies, or culture; - responsible, proactive, and ready to take initiative; - patient, positive, and open-minded in a multicultural environment; - willing to cooperate with youth workers, schools, and kindergartens; - interested in living in a smaller community and experiencing local life in Ida-Virumaa. We value enthusiasm, flexibility, and a genuine interest in supporting young people’s development.
Activity dates
From 01/10/2026 to 31/07/2027
Activity location
Metsa 2, Voka, Estonia
Activity type
Individual volunteering
Looking for participants from
Albania, Aruba, Austria, Belgium, Bonaire Sint Eustatius and Saba, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Finland, France, French Polynesia, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Greenland, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Kosovo * UN resolution, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Moldova, Montenegro, Netherlands, New Caledonia, North Macedonia, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Saint Barthélemy, Serbia, Sint Maarten (dutch part), Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, St Pierre and Miquelon, Sweden, Wallis and Futuna
Activity topics
Education and training
Deadline for applications
No application deadline
Project code
2025-1-EE01-ESC51-VTJ-000346724