The Local Lens
Stowarzyszenie EDUQ
Lebork, Poland
Description
The Local Lens is an international volunteering teams project that brings young people together to discover and connect with the local community. Through photos, videos, and conversations with local people, volunteers will capture emotions, personal stories, and everyday moments that reveal the unique character of the community. They will also contribute to Time for Youth by preparing and leading workshops on diverse youth-led topics, sharing their skills and ideas with local young people. Through creative storytelling, teamwork, and community engagement, volunteers will build intercultural connections and create meaningful opportunities for people to see their community from new perspectives.
Accommodation, food and transport arrangements
-This project is part of the European Solidarity Corps (ESC) programme(Volunteering Teams), which covers: -Accommodation: Provided in Lębork -Food: Monthly allowance for meals -Pocket money: Provided according to ESC rules -Health insurance: Full coverage through Henner -Local transportation: Covered for project-related activities
Training during the activity
Participants will take part in a full-day training to equip them with all the essential information about the program, its activities, and the surrounding area.
Participant profile
We are looking for proactive and open-minded young people aged 18–30 who are curious about local communities, human stories, and cultural diversity. Participants should enjoy working in international teams, communicating with people from different backgrounds, and exploring new perspectives. An interest in photography, video creation, storytelling, or social engagement is welcome, but no previous experience is required. Volunteers should be ready to take initiative, contribute to community activities, and prepare and lead workshops during the Time for Youth event. Most importantly, we are looking for people who are eager to connect with others, share their ideas, and make a positive contribution to local community life.
Activity dates
From 10/11/2026 to 01/12/2026
Activity location
Krzywoustego 1, Lebork, Poland
Activity type
Volunteering teams
Looking for participants from
Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Malta, Moldova, Montenegro, Netherlands, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden
Activity topics
Creativity and culture
Deadline for applications
Application deadline: 30/10/2026 12:00
Project code
2025-1-PL01-ESC51-VTJ-000346099