Ajankohtaisia EU-tuettuja vapaaehtoispaikkoja Euroopassa

Kenelle? Euroopan Solidaarisuusjoukot on ohjelma, joka sopii kaikille 18-30 -vuotiaille, jotka ovat kiinnostuneita oppimaan ja toimimaan vapaaehtoisena paikallisen yhteisön hyväksi toisessa Euroopan maassa. Vapaaehtoistyötehtäviin ei vaadita erityistaitoja tai koulutusta, mutta omia tietoja ja taitoja pääsee yleensä hyödyntämään. Euroopan Unionin tukema ohjelma on erinomainen mahdollisuus lähteä toiseen Euroopan maahan hankkimaan työkokemusta, kielitaitoa ja saamaan uusia kokemuksia. Ohjelmaan kuuluu majoitus, ruoka, matkatuki, taskuraha, vakuutus, kieliopetusta sekä valmennus ennen lähtöä ja jakson aikana. Ohjelman kesto on yleensä 2-12 kuukautta, suurin osa vapaaehtoispaikoista haluaa vapaaehtoisen 6-12 kuukaudeksi.

Euroopan Solidaarisuusjoukkojen lyhytkestoiset (alle 2 kuukautta) yksilöprojektit on tarkoitettu nuorille, joilla on erityistä tukea oikeuttavia haasteita kuten terveysongelmat, oppimisvaikeudet, vähemmistöryhmään kuuluminen ja/tai taloudelliset, sosiaaliset tai maantieteelliset haasteet.  Yleensä noin kaksi viikkoa kestävät Euroopan solidaarisuusjoukkojen vapaaehtoistiimit ovat sen sijaan avoimia kaikille 18-30 -vuotiaille, myös aiemmin Euroopan solidaarisuujoukkoihin osallistuneille.   

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Näin löydät mielenkiintoisia vapaaehtoispaikkoja

List of open projects, click to read more!

• Long-term volunteering in Flers, France

• Long-term volunteering in Normandy, France

• Long-term volunteering in Katowice, Poland

• Long-term volunteering in Ravenna, Italy

• Long-term volunteering in Gdańsk, poland

Long-term volunteering in Flers, France

About the organisation: The Youth and Cultural Center (Maison des Jeunes et de la Culture - MJC) of Flers is an association focused on education, culture, sport, and international exchanges. It is located in Normandy in Northern France. It organises different activities for local youth. They are currently looking for a volunteer to work with international mobility and European values. 

Tasks: The volunteer will have various tasks related to Europe and international themes, as well as to local activities. Here are some examples: 

• Promote the EU and its values

• Promote international mobility, culture, languages, art, environmental awareness, and youth engagement

• Participate in communication activities of the center

• Support meetings and the continuity of joint ESC projects

• Participate in the coordination of the “NormanDIY UE – Building Tomorrow” project in April and the "Europe week" in May

Dates: Flexible arrival between September and December 2026 until July 2027

Volunteer profile: The center is looking for a highly autonomous, proactive person with the ability to propose activities and projects. The volunteer should be responsible and organised and work well in a team. At least decent French skills (B1 level) are required. 

How to apply: Submit your application here. 

Deadline: 25.9.2026

More information on the infosheet and on the European Youth Portal. 

Long-term volunteering in Normandy, France

About the organisation: Département de la Manche is a local regional Council situated in Saint-Lô, the capital of the Manche department in Normandy. It is responsible for local affairs, such as social work, education, and infrastructure. The Council also comprises a Youth Council (Conseil des Jeunes), aiming to support the civic engagement and democratic participation of local youth. The Youth Council constitutes of four thematic commissions, each with their own project, and they are currently looking for a motivated volunteer for the new starting year.  

Tasks: The volunteer will support the CDJ director with tasks related to the Youth Council, such as promoting the Youth Council in schools, organising a meeting with all the participants, organising weekly thematic committees, and encouraging the youth to implement their projects. The volunteer will also be part of the actions to promote sport and para-sport amongst schoolchildren and European mobility amongst students. 

Dates: 28/09/2026 - 25/06/2027

Volunteer profile: The organisation is looking for an energetic, enthusiastic, social, and creative volunteer who is  interested in education and citizenship and attentive with young people. Intermediaire/fluent French skills (B1-B2 level) are highly appreciated, since the working language is French. A driver's licence is also a big plus. 

How to apply: Apply through the European Youth Portal here. 

Deadline: 06/09/2026

More information (in French) in the infosheet below. 

P.S. One of our team members volunteered in this project a few years back and gives a huge recommendation! The work was super interesting, colleagues super nice, and the Normandy reagion super beautiful!

Long-term volunteering opportunities in Katowice, Poland

About the organisation: Bona Fides is a organisation for common good, supporting the well-being of citizens and the dialogue between organisations and the local community. Their activities include encouraging locals to take part in active citizenship, supporting local authorities in building social dialogue, and involving youth in social life. They are currently looking for 2 volunteers to join their international team.

Tasks: The volunteers will work mainly in three sectors:

• Katowice Community Building and Organising: Supporting local events and workshops; taking part in volunteering actions addressed to local youngsters, kids, people facing a crisis, and seniors to promote social inclusion; helping with the promotion of volunteer actions; cultural presentations in local schools; organising speaking clubs or language lessons; participation in city council meetings, creating photo and video reports, assisting with press coverage, and informing the local community about ongoing decisions and changes.

• Healthification and Beautification of Katowice: Cleaning initiatives in public spaces and activities promoting broader environmental awareness and responsibility; urban monitoring sessions, covering offensive graffiti, illegal dumping, pollution hotspots, neglected public spaces, the Katowice Modernism Trail, and other heritage sites; organisation and participation in workshops about the theme; implementation of sport and game events at local level; organising “healthy excursions” with and for local people.

• Sensorial Inclusive City Campaign: Urban accessibility monitoring; collaboration with a modern special school for students with various disabilities; cooperation with a charitable Foundation focusing on supporting people with sensory disabilities; engagement in Living Libraries and similar programs; assistance to informal groups of people with sensorial disabilities in their participation in social events; organisation of White Cane Day and participation in other similar initiatives; organization of awareness campaigns and workshops.

Dates: September 2026 to mid-March 2027

Volunteer profile: Open, motivated, solution oriented, team player, and sharing European values.

How to apply: Apply by submitting your CV and motivation letter (in English) by email to mariachiara@bonafides.pl and anna@bonafides.pl 

Deadline: Apply as soon as possible

More information here and in the infopack. 

Long-term volunteering opportunity in Ravenna, Italy

About the organisation: LIBRAZIONE Cooperativa Sociale is an organisation promoting the common good. They operate in the areas of orientation and education for youth, support of people in vulnerable positions, gender equality, culture and territory, psychology and therapy, interculturality for migrants, and social innovation for organisations. They are currently looking for a volunteer to join the "Ravenna International" project.

Tasks: The volunteer will be actively involved in a variety of initiatives, including:

• Supporting the Youth Information Centre.

• Managing social media and communication.

• Participating in local and international projects.

• Contributing to activities at the local Youth Center and hosting organization.

• Playing a key role in non-formal education activities for children at the Youth and Family Center.

Dates: Mid-September 2026 to mid-March 2027

Other info: In addition to the ESC on-arrival and mid-term evaluation training and online Italian language classes, the volunteer will participate in task-specific training and weekly communication workshops.

Volunteer profile: The selection of the volunteer is made solely based on motivation—no prior knowledge or experience is required. The organisation does not discriminate based on gender, sexual orientation, ethnic group, or income. Applicants are asked to attach a motivational letter to their application.

How to apply: Fill in the application form. Please read the infopack before applying. 

Deadline: The selection is done on a rolling basis, so apply as soon as possible!

Long-term volunteering opportunities in Gdańsk, Poland

About the organisation: The Regional Volunteer Center in Gdańsk is an intermediary association between volunteers and local organisations. They are currently looking for volunteers for the following projects:

• 2 volunteers to support local kindergartens (No 86 & 57). The kindergartens work with children from ages 3-6 and aim to create a warm and supportive educational environment. 

• 1 volunteer for the NOVA Foundation, a non-governmental, non-profit organization dedicated to promoting lifelong learning, community development, and social inclusion. The mission of Nova Foundation is to create and implement high-quality educational programs that enhance opportunities for individuals of all ages, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds.

Volunteering in local kindergartens

Tasks: The volunteers will support children in their daily activities and bring positive energy and creativity to the kindergartens. They are encouraged to share with children their own country's culture and be active in areas corresponding to their hobbies and interests.

Dates: Starting ASAP until 20.12.2026

Other info: Please note that due to the nature of the project and Polish law, volunteers must provide a certificate of no criminal record and be free from addictions.

Volunteer profile: Ideal volunteers are interested in working with small children (previous experience is a strong plus), kind, patient, creative, and open-minded. They should be able to communicate in English. 

How to apply: Send your application (CV and motivation letter) to erasmus@wolontariatgdansk.pl

Deadline: Apply ASAP

You can find more information in the infopack and on the the European Youth Portal here.

Volunteering for the NOVA Foundation

Tasks: The volunteer will:

• Help the coordinator in organising and providing activities for the Neighborhood Club

• Prepare and implement own activities and projects

• Help preparing workshops

• Lead English conversation classes

• Participate in education activities for seniors and children

• Content creation for the Foundation's social media platforms

• Participate in administrative tasks and event organisation

Dates: Starting ASAP until 20.12.2026

Other info: Please note that due to Polish law the volunteer will need to provide a certificate of no criminal record.

Volunteer profile: The Foundation is looking for creative, responsible, and open-minded young people who enjoy working with children and seniors. Similar previous experience is welcome but not required. Good English skills. 

How to apply:  Send your application (CV and motivation letter) to erasmus@wolontariatgdansk.pl

Deadline: Apply ASAP

Get more information and apply through the European Youth Portal here.

Miten ESC-vapaaehtoispaikkoihin haetaan?

Kerro hakemuksessa, miksi haluat vapaaehtoiseksi juuri hakemaasi projektiin. Paikat täytetään sopivan vapaaehtoisen löydyttyä, joten kannattaa hakea mahdollisimman nopeasti. Paikkoihin haetaan yleensä Euroopan nuorisoportaalin kautta. 

Voit halutessasi hakea useampaan paikkaan samalla kertaa. Nämä paikat ovat erinomaisia mahdollisuuksia päästä nopeasti tekemään mielekästä vapaaehtoistyötä esimerkiksi välivuoden ajaksi! 

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