History Museum of Armenia

Descrizione dell'attività

The History Museum of Armenia was founded in 1919. Today the History Museum is entrusted with a national collection of 400,000 objects. The museum is located in the heart of Yerevan- on the Republic Square, one of the most beautiful places in the city. Volunteer will have the following tasks: participate in a program for children managed by the Education department, assist the staff to collect visitors’ feedback, support and participate in events, meetings, International Museum Day, European Night of Museums, promoting museum on social media platforms.The volunteer will work in close contact with all the departments of the museum. The volunteer will learn the basics of museology, how to work with the visitors, will develop his/her organisational skills.The volunteer will gain competence in cultural awareness and expression. The project is organised by the support the HUJ-Voluntary Service of Armenia. Duration of the project is 8-12 months.

Alloggio, vitto e trasporto

The volunteers will be provided with convenient accommodation: a hostel in Yerevan near the city center, featuring same-gendered rooms with two occupants each, shared bathrooms, and a spacious kitchen. This cozy hostel, equipped with all necessities, offers a garden and ensures safety. Approximately 17 long-term HUJ volunteers from different European countries reside in the hostel. On the first of each month, volunteers receive a monthly allowance, sent by HUJ to their bank cards, covering their pocket money, food, transportation, and internet expenses.

Formazione durante l'attività

Upon the volunteer's arrival at the airport, they will receive a warm welcome by HUJ. Following this, an introductory meeting will be held at the HUJ office, where the organizational staff will formally greet the volunteers and assist in essential procedures for their stay in Yerevan (obtaining an Armenian phone number, a physical bank card, and arranging a meeting with their assigned mentor). During their mobility in Yerevan, volunteers will engage in two training sessions - an on-arrival and a mid-term training - organized by SALTO in Georgia.

Profilo del partecipante

There are no gender restrictions regarding the selection/recruitment of volunteers. As per the ESC guide, the age of the volunteer should range from 18-30. The volunteer should be interested or have some experience in working with children; he/she should be enthusiastic, responsible, respectful, thoughtful and reliable. The main criterion for the choice of the volunteer-to-be are the activities they have planned for the project.

Data dell'attività

Un totale di 52 settimana/e nel periodo compreso tra 01/05/2024 e 31/07/2025

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Luogo dell'attività

4 Republic Square, 375010 Yerevan Armenia

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 Volontariato individuale

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Cercasi partecipanti da

Italia, Austria, Belgio, Cipro, Repubblica ceca, Germania, Danimarca, Estonia, Grecia, Spagna, Finlandia, Francia, Ungheria, Lituania, Lettonia, Paesi Bassi, Polonia, Portogallo

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Argomenti dell'attività

Creatività e cultura

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Termine per la presentazione delle candidature

Termine di presentazione delle domande: 30/06/2024

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