Gen-Red

Activity description

Avis Regionale Lombardia is welcoming two young, ambitious and dynamic volunteers, who are willing to take ahead a set of activities aiming to build up a sense of solidarity and support of the needy. As a coordinating branch of Avis headquarters in the region of Lombardy; the association takes part in regional promotional activities, constructing exchange opportunities of personal and professional experiences, as well as the development of soft and interpersonal skills. "Gen-RED” is a project that will help bonding with younger generations of the society, building up a platform of communication and collaboration for the establishment of the European values of solidarity and , through a set of daily activities taking place in the office of Avis Lombardia, such as providing administrational support to the organization in the preparation phase of promotional events, social media management and back office, as well as taking a part in the managment of promotional initiatives and trainings.

Accommodation, food and transport arrangements

Avis guarantees a decent and safe accommodation for volunteers, in terms of livability and of personal safety. Avis has a comfortable and functional apartment, located in a very well served area in Milan-Niguarda area. The two volunteers will share a bedroom, kitchen, bathroom and areas for socializing. The accommodation is complete with essential services, internet connection, furnishings and linen. Will be guaranteed board, lodging, public transport pass, reimbursement for air travel to/from the country of origin, monthly "pocket money" of €170,00 and €200,00 per month for food allowance.

Training during the activity

The experience includes participation in a language course offered by the hosting organization upon arrival, as well as two training sessions regarding the European volunteering experience that are offered by the National Agency. In addition to the ones mentioned above the organization also includes the volunteers in training courses established within the association in collaboration with other NGOs and Universities.

Participant profile

The "ideal" candidate for this project is a male/female strongly interested in representing values of active solidarity, volunteering and participation in active citizenship. A person who, through the choice of intense and continuous voluntary experience, intends to strengthen their skills, broaden their cultural horizons, and build an identity of a citizen who "thinks globally and acts locally". Furthermore, they share the values of volunteering and social work, someone who believes in promoting a society based on solidarity, shared responsibility, mutual support and mutual understanding.

Activity dates

A total of 34 week(s) during the period 01/04/2024 to 31/12/2024

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Activity location

Largo Volontari del Sangue, 1, 20162 Milan Italy

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 Individual volunteering

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Looking for participants from

Belgium, Netherlands, Austria, Czech Republic, Germany, Denmark, Greece, Finland, Croatia, Sweden, France, Poland, Jordan

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Activity topics

Citizenship and democratic participation

Health and wellbeing

Education and training

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Deadline for applications

No application deadline

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