MOVE - Mobility - Open mind - Volunteering - Exchange

Activity description

The MJC is a nonprofit organization where we promote non formal education and access to culture for all. Our main goal is the development of active citizenship for children, young people and adults through the implementation of social and cultural activities, but also leisure, sports, education and prevention activities. We host 5 volunteers already, we are looking for 2 more motivated volunteers for - 1 for a leisure time center to work with children from 6 to 12 years old - 1 for our vidéo and medias sector to make children and youngsters improve their skills on media production. You will work about 35 hours per week, the activities are very varied and you will get the support of the staff (events, workshops…). During your stay, you’ll have the opportunity to make your own project and also to work on a common project with 6 others volunteers.

Accommodation, food and transport arrangements

Our organization is located in Elbeuf (Normandy).The closest big city is Rouen (30min by car, bus or train) and Paris (2h by train or car). The volunteers is a team composed of 7 youngsters. You will stay in an apartment fully furnished (wifi, tv, washing machine, dishwasher, dryer...) and you will share it with other volunteers. You'll have your own bedroom with a sharing bathroom and kitchen. This apartment is located in the city center, close to many stores, cinema, bus and train station. Individual support: 180€ per month for pocket money and 7€ /day for the food (210 for 30 days).

Training during the activity

- Arrival and mid-term seminars - French workshops (4+6 hours per week) *Due to the amount of application we receive, you will have news from us just if your application is selected. Thanks in advance !

Participant profile

You are between 18 – 30 years old, you are curious and love to be in contact with people from abroad, this project is made for you. You will be in contact with different audiences (children, youth and adults). No specific skills are required but a mindset of initiative and adaptability will get you through! You will have the chance to live in an intercultural environement with other flatmates and share your experience with them but also will the local community. We only take in consideration the application made through the plateform.

Activity dates

A total of 26 week(s) during the period 01/02/2024 to 31/07/2024

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Activity location

9 cours Gambetta, 76500 Elbeuf France

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 Individual volunteering

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Looking for participants from

Belgium, Bulgaria, Austria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Germany, Denmark, Estonia, Greece, Spain, Finland, Croatia, Ireland, Italy, Lithuania, Latvia, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Sweden, Slovenia, Slovakia

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Activity topics

Reception and integration of refugees and migrants

Citizenship and democratic participation

Creativity and culture

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Deadline for applications

Application deadline: 24/01/2024

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