Open Horizons – Encouraging youth to explore the world through language and cultural experiences
OBCIANSKE ZDRUZENIE KERIC
KERIC Our organisation is based in the centre of Čadca, a small town with a population of about 30,000 inhabitants. Čadca is situated in the north of Slovakia, near the border with the Czech Republic
Čadca, Slovakiet
Beskrivelse
KERIC IS: NGO organisation. Founded in 2003. Working mainly with children and youth aged 8-30 as well as adults from the Kysuce region. Activities with an extra added international dimension. AIMS OF THE PROJECT: Creating an International Team in KERIC and Collaborating on Community Activities: 1: Establish an international team within KERIC. 2: Encourage cooperation among team members for the creation of various activities. 3: Develop activities that benefit and involve the local community. 4: Promote cross-cultural understanding and exchange among the international team members. Motivating Children and Youth to Speak English and Experience Volunteer Culture: 1: Foster a positive and engaging environment for children to feel motivated to speak English. 2: Provide opportunities for children to experience and learn about the culture of the volunteers. 3: Ensure that the English-speaking activities are enjoyable and contribute to a fun learning experience.
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As a volunteer, you will spend your first week with a welcoming host family to settle in and experience the local culture. Afterward, you’ll move into a fully furnished shared apartment designed for community living, with two volunteers per room. The apartment includes a washing machine and dryer, and you’ll have access to shared café and seminar rooms. Financial support for food is provided, and the project covers travel costs for activities. The building is in a prime location near the train station, city center, and shopping malls.
Oplæring under aktiviteten
1. Pre-departure Online Training 2. Methodology training for teaching through non-formal methods, conducted weekly in an online format. 3. Leadership Training for Summer Camps: Training focused on developing leadership skills tailored for roles in summer camps. 4. On-arrival and Mid-term Training 5. Psychologic support during whole project
Deltagerens profil
The opportunity is available to any motivated youngsters aged 18 to 30. The hosting organization will organize information meetings for interested candidates. Those interested can apply based on transparent criteria and within the specified selection deadline. This project offers volunteers the chance to acquire skills in organizing non-formal education activities for children, youth, and adults. It provides a platform for developing teaching skills through hands-on experience.
Datoer for aktiviteter
A total of 52 week(s) during the period 03/09/2026 to 03/09/2027
Steder for aktiviteter
Nábrežná 1351, Čadca, Slovakiet
Aktivitetstype
Individuelt frivilligt arbejde
Leder efter deltagere fra
Czechia, Estland, Finland, Frankrig, Italien, Letland, Litauen, Norge, Polen, Portugal, Slovakiet, Spanien, Sverige, Ukraine, Ungarn
Emner for aktiviteten
Citizenship and democratic participation
Health and wellbeing
Education and training
Physical education and sport
Ansøgningsfrist
Ansøgningsfrist: 31/03/2026 23:59
Projektkode
2025-2-SK02-ESC51-VTJ-000367837