Intercultural Learning in Iceland

Περιγραφή της δραστηριότητας

SEEDS is an Icelandic non-governmental, non-profit-organisation. Our activities are related to promoting volunteerism and intercultural awareness through non-formal learning, nature-oriented work, environmental and social issues. We work with participants (short- and long-term volunteers) and the local public, in volunteering, and learning/awareness camps. We host camps in Reykjavík all year round. During the summer, Nature & Conservation camps are organised around the country. The following roles are available: Public Relations & Communications Volunteer, Environment Camp Coordinator, and Photography Camp Coordinator. Applications are ONLY processed via email to mobility@seeds.is. Please send a CV, motivation letter, and complete questionnaire: https://forms.gle/hKbpNYBvFJmDseiKA If you are not from any of the countries stated, please indicate a partner organisation to act as your supporting organisation. Read more here: bit.ly/SEEDS_Iceland_Long-term_ESC_Jan_Jul_2024

Διαμονή, διατροφή και έξοδα μετακίνησης

Accommodation: shared house in Reykjavík, walking distance from the office/city centre. While in camps in the countryside, accommodation is provided by local hosts; facilities vary according to the accommodation available, but SEEDS always ensures good-quality and safe accommodation to its volunteers. Food is provided by SEEDS, and volunteers help organise the weekly shopping. A plant-based diet is followed during SEEDS'S camps. Transportation costs to Iceland and back are covered by the project's budget up to Erasmus+ limits for a certain country.

Κατάρτιση κατά τη δραστηριότητα

SEEDS organises pre-departure (online) and on-arrival (in-person) orientation training to provide theoretical and practical knowledge. Volunteers are introduced to the ESC, SEEDS, Iceland as the hosting country, non-formal education, intercultural awareness and leadership. All volunteers have the opportunity to attend a 4-day on-arrival training provided by the Icelandic National Agency, within two months of arrival. Volunteers receive support from SEEDS' volunteer coordinator and peers while learning about SEEDS’ activities and building confidence within a comfortable environment.

Προφίλ συμμετέχοντος

SEEDS is looking for candidates who are motivated and who show an interest and concern towards intercultural cooperation, environmental issues and preservation practices, and artistic expression and creativity. The participants need to be ready to show some level of flexibility, adaptability, and have the ability to work independently, as well as in a team. Volunteers should be ready to implement and improve their leadership skills, public speaking skills, social skills and organisational skills. All our volunteers are required to be comfortable in communicating in English.

Ημερομηνίες δραστηριότητας

Συνολικά 23 εβδομάδα(-ες) κατά τη διάρκεια της περιόδου 24/01/2024 έως 01/07/2024

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Τοποθεσία δραστηριότητας

Grettisgata 3 A, 101 Reykjavík Iceland

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 Ατομικός εθελοντισμός

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Αναζήτηση για συμμετέχοντες από

Αυστρία, Βουλγαρία, Κύπρος, Γερμανία, Εσθονία, Ελλάδα, Ισπανία, Γαλλία, Ουγγαρία, Ιταλία, Λιθουανία, Πορτογαλία, Ρουμανία, Σλοβακία, Ουκρανία, Πολωνία

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Θέματα της δραστηριότητας

Κοινωνικές προκλήσεις

Περιβάλλον και προστασία της φύσης

Εκπαίδευση και κατάρτιση

Δημιουργικότητα και πολιτισμός

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Προθεσμία υποβολής αιτήσεων

Προθεσμία υποβολής υποψηφιοτήτων: 06/11/2023

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