Volunteering experience at Zavod Nefiks

Anastasiia, a youth and student worker and university lecturer from Russia, joined Zavod Nefiks in 2023 as an international volunteer.

In Russia, she worked at a large university, was engaged in educational and extracurricular work with students, was their mentor, as well as a teacher of social work. In 2022, Anastasiia chose to move to Slovenia, leaving her family, friends and beloved job in Russia. Since Anastasiia worked in Russia in the field of education, she chose the legal path of moving through obtaining another diploma in Ljubljana.

“After the move, I needed to adapt to the new environment. Of course, the best way to integrate into a new society is volunteering. This means new acquaintances, immersion in the social sphere of a new country, acquaintance with systemic work. I started looking for various volunteering programs and learned about the European Solidarity Corps, submitted two applications to two organizations and received a response from Nefiks.

Volunteering at Nefiks is very similar to a part of my previous work - we also work with young people, inform them about various opportunities, and help them find their own career path. Specifically, my responsibilities include posting information and articles on websites, creating graphic and video content. I really like the staff of the organization - young, sympathetic and flexible people with whom it is pleasant to work.

For volunteers looking for vacancies in the European Solidarity Corps, I would recommend choosing those areas that you really like and resonate with your values. Don't just apply, get to know the organization online, check out their social media and what they do. If you really like the project - bingo! Feel free to apply.

When you arrive in a new country, you must respect the history of this country, know the language, laws and integrate into society. For me, volunteering in Nefiks was really a bridge to immerse myself in Slovenia.”

Updated on Tisdag, 17/02/2026