Bona Fides Association in partnership with ASOCIACION CULTURAL Y MEDIOAMBIENTAL PERMACULTURA CANTABRIA is looking for enthusiastic young individuals from Poland (18-30 years old) for 2-months team volunteering project in Spain! This is your chance to contribute to exciting projects encompassing European projects, art, dance, gardening, environmental conservation, and much more!
Dates: 15 October – 15 December 2024
Duration: 2 months
Place: Sarón, Spain
Application deadline: 01.10.2024
ACTIVITY TOPICS
• Reception and integration of refugees and migrants
• Environment and natural protection
• Health and wellbeing
• Employment and entrepreneurship
DESCRIPTION
Our intention is nothing other than to consolidate the role of volunteers in our organization, recognizing the enormous potential that comes with having them, thus creating spaces for volunteers to act and express themselves according to their abilities and interests. Thanks to their contributions, we aim to solidify our organization as a reference point in northern Spain for the inclusion of refugees and Ukrainian community.
TASKS: Support NGOs in managing European projects under Erasmus+ (training provided). Design and maintain a community garden. Enhance facility aesthetics through artistic initiatives. Co-coordinate exhibitions, festivals, and workshops, including those focused on Sustainable Development Goals. Participate in language classes using informal methods. Advocate for European values, including solidarity, environmental consciousness, and volunteerism. Cultivate positive relationships with the local community. Disseminate content across various social media platforms.
ACCOMMODATION, FOOD AND TRANSPORT ARRANGEMENTS
We provide full equipped accommodation in the town of Sarón, with living spaces conveniently situated. The lodging is central and accessible, with a range of amenities including medical center, grocery stores, cinemas, post offices, sports facilities, pubs, and dining options, all of them close by. The amenities where ESC volunteering takes place, has an on-site restaurant. We will provide a catering service where dietary options or restrictions will be taking into account.
TRAINING DURING THE ACTIVITY
TRAININGS: *Project Management Skills: Project Management Training, Erasmus+ Project Management Workshop *Community Development and Gardening: Community Development Workshop, Gardening and Sustainability, Permaculture Course *Artistic and Aesthetic Initiatives: Art in Community Spaces Workshop. *Events Coordination and facilitation Workshop. *Sustainable Development Goals Workshop *Communication and Social Media Management: Social Media workshops * Pre-departure Training given by the Sending Organization *On-Arrival Training given by the hosting organization.
PARTICIPANT PROFILE
We search young individuals deeply passionate about ecological preservation and committed to wholesome living. Our ideal volunteers are not mere spectators but proactive initiators, contributing actively to our community and fully engaging with their responsibilities. A positive, forward-thinking mindset is fundamental at Permacultura Cantabria, complemented by a collaborative spirit, an openness to multicultural communal experiences ,and a reliable, responsible nature. Adaptability, kindness, and a willingness to embrace both educational and hands-on activities are equally crucial traits.
APPLICATION
In order to apply for this project please send your CV and a motivation letter (in English) to the following emails: mariachiara@bonafides.pl and anna@bonafides.pl. Please write “Team Volunteering in Spain” in the title of your e-mail.