Volunteering in Education, Inclusion, and Interculturality for Migrant Children and Adolescents in Buenos Aires, Argentina

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Fundación Loyola- Servicio Jesuita a Migrantes (SJM Argentina), it supports migrants and refugees through an approach based on hospitality, protection and the restoration of rights based in Argentina. 

The volunteer will join the SJM Argentina Education Department, supporting ongoing actions focused on non-formal education, educational inclusion, community integration, and awareness-raising on migration and human rights. Key activities will include participating in educational and recreational workshops, toy libraries (ludotecas), awareness sessions in schools, community gatherings, and the development of pedagogical materials with an intercultural approach.

The time commitment will be between 30 and 38 hours per week, excluding commuting time. Activities will take place primarily in the Autonomous City of Buenos Aires, at the SJM offices, as well as in schools, social organizations, and community spaces.

The volunteer will always act in a supportive capacity to the team. Throughout their placement, the volunteer will receive ongoing guidance and supervision from the Buenos Aires Office Coordination team and the professional in charge of the Education Department.

 

Socruithe lóistín, bia agus iompair

The volunteer will be based in Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina and one of the largest and most dynamic cities in Latin America. Buenos Aires is characterized by its cultural diversity, bringing together people from different nationalities and backgrounds. The city offers a wide range of academic, cultural, and recreational opportunities, making it a vibrant hub with a rich social and artistic life. Its public spaces are a constant stage for artistic expression, community engagement, and social mobilization, providing an enriching environment for learning and intercultural exchange.

The volunteer will carry out their activities in collaboration with the Jesuit Inmigrant Service (Servicio Jesuita a Migrantes – SJM). Accommodation will be arranged and fully covered by the hosting organization, including a private room, internet access, and basic utilities. The accommodation will be located within a reasonable distance from the SJM office and essential services such as supermarkets, pharmacies, health facilities, and public transportation.

Buenos Aires has an extensive and reliable public transportation network, including buses, the Subte (metro), and trains, providing easy access to the project locations and the rest of the city. 

Oiliúint le linn na gníomhaíochta

The volunteer will receive comprehensive pre-departure training from Alboan, the european sending organisation, in Europe before the start of the placement. Upon arrival in Argentina, they will participate in an induction programme introducing Servicio Jesuita a Migrantes (SJM) Argentina’s mission, values, working methodologies, and the national context of migration, forced displacement, and refugee protection.

During the volunteering experience, transversal skills will be developed (time management, independence, intercultural awareness and competence, the ability to work in a team, listening and dialogue skills, a volunteer mindset, problem-solving skills, advocacy skills, etc.)
All the skills acquired will be certified via the Youth Pass
 

Próifíl an rannpháirtí

Throughout the placement, the volunteer will work closely with the SJM Argentina team, gaining hands-on experience in supporting the social inclusion and integration of migrants and refugees through community-based activities, accompaniment, advocacy, and intercultural initiatives. They will participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and collaborate with professionals and volunteers in the planning and implementation of activities. This practical learning process will enable the volunteer to strengthen their intercultural, communication, and teamwork skills while gaining a deeper understanding of human mobility, human rights, and social justice from a hospitality perspective.

 

Dátaí na Gníomhaíochta

A total of 17 week(s) during the period 01/09/2026 to 31/12/2026

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Suíomh na Gníomhaíochta

Blas de Otero 4, escalera drcha, 6ºB, Bilbao, An Airgintín

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An cineál gníomhaíochta

Obair dheonach aonair

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Tá rannpháirtithe á lorg ó na tíortha seo a leanas

An Bheilg, An Bhulgáir, An Chipir, An Chróit, An Danmhairg, An Eastóin, An Fhionlainn, An Fhrainc, An Ghearmáin, An Ghréig, An Iodáil, An Laitvia, An Liotuáin, An Mhacadóin Thuaidh, An Ostair, An Pholainn, An Phortaingéil, An Rómáin, An Spáinn, An Tuirc, An Ungáir, An tSlóivéin, An tSlóvaic, An tSualainn, An Íoslainn, An Ísiltír, Lichtinstéin, Lucsamburg, Málta, an tSeicia, Éire

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Ábhair na gníomhaíochta

Social challenges

Reception and integration of refugees and migrants

Education and training

Working against discrimination (including gender discrimination)

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Spriocdháta le haghaidh iarratas

Níl aon spriocdháta ann

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Cód an Tionscadail

2024-1-EACEA-VOLUN-101191888