Intercultural Volunteering for All
ASSOCIACAO INTERCULTURAL PARA TODOS
Barcelos, Portugal
Description
You will join local activities, support IAFA’s work, share ideas, learn new skills, and become part of an international team. It’s the perfect opportunity to step out of your comfort zone, connect with the community, and create unforgettable memories along the way.
Duration: 120 days
Start date: 15.09.2026 (latest)
Volunteers will have following roles:
- Manage the association’s social media channels by creating content, sharing updates and promoting activities and events.
- Support the team with daily office tasks, activity planning and organisational work.
- Take part in social and community-based activities in Barcelos, including working with disadvantaged groups and supporting workshops or events.
- Participate in cultural and intercultural activities, discover Portuguese culture and share your own culture.
- Contribute your ideas, take initiative and develop your communication, teamwork, digital and organisational skills.
Accommodation, food and transport arrangements
Volunteers will be accommodated in shared houses together with other participants, providing a comfortable and social living environment. A food allowance will be provided to cover daily meal expenses. Local transportation related to project activities will be organized by the hosting organization using its own vehicle.
Training during the activity
Volunteers will take part in an onboarding programme at the beginning of the activity, including an introduction to the host organisation, the local context, and the weekly plan. Throughout the project, they will receive non-formal learning sessions. They will also be introduced to the Youthpass process and supported in reflecting on their learning outcomes during the project.
Participant profile
We are looking for motivated and open-minded young people who are interested in volunteering, intercultural exchange, and community engagement. Participants should be willing to work in a team, take initiative, and actively contribute to project activities.
No specific experience is required; however, a positive attitude, flexibility, and a willingness to learn are essential. Volunteers should be comfortable working in dynamic environments such as festivals and public events.
Basic knowledge of English is recommended to facilitate communication within the international group.
Activity dates
A total of 17 week(s) during the period 15/09/2026 to 12/01/2027
Activity location
R. Filipa Borges 435, Barcelos, Portugal
Activity type
Individual volunteering
Looking for participants from
Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greenland, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Ukraine
Activity topics
Environment and natural protection
Employment and entrepreneurship
Creativity and culture
Deadline for applications
Application deadline: 17/08/2026 12:30
Project code
2025-1-PT02-ESC51-VTJ-000345948