Ajankohtaisia vapaaehtoisleirejä Euroopassa ja Euroopan ulkopuolella

27.9.2024

Kansainvälisiä vapaaehtoisleirejä järjestetään sekä Euroopassa että Euroopan ulkopuolella ja ne ovat omakustanteisia. Leirimaksu on yleensä 150€, joka sisältää majoituksen ja ruokailun leirin ajaksi.  Matkat kotimaasta kohdemaahan osallistuja järjestää ja maksaa itse. 

Jos olet kiinnostunut hakemaan esimerkiksi alla oleville leireille, hae mukaan E-vet hakukoneen kautta! 

Hakuohjeet löytyvät täältä. Voit myös selata E-vetin kautta muita itsellesi kiinnostavia leirejä.  

Workcamps  in Southern Germany! 

1. Lights, Curtain, Action! (28.04. to 11.05.2025)

Help bring "The Three Musketeers" and "Alice in Wonderland" to life at the stunning Open-Air Theatre Heidenheim. Nestled in a forested castle hill, this is your chance to build props, renew stages, and create art that unites. Ready to paint the town with creativity?

2.Forest School Indelhausen (08.03  to 21.03.2025)

Dive into the heart of the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve "Schwäbische Alb." Here, you'll team up with German students to learn forest education and support biodiversity. Work with foresters, explore lush landscapes, and make a real impact on our planet's future.

 Both projects let you leave a lasting legacy while soaking in scenic beauty and learning new skills.

For more information, check visit their website https://ibg-workcamps.org/en/workcamps/participation


 

Mid term volunteering opportunity in Thailand!

Join the VSA Media Content Creator Project and use your skills to make a difference. This unique volunteer experience offers you the chance to travel around Thailand, capturing stories that showcase the impact of international voluntary work. From vibrant cityscapes to tranquil rural villages, every place holds a story waiting to be told. Whether you're passionate about vlogging, photography, or writing, this is your opportunity to highlight the beautiful cultures, people, and projects across Thailand.  Plus, your content will help inspire others to get involved, creating a global ripple effect for change. 

For more practical information, and for ways to apply, visit the document below!

Volunteering opportunity in Tanzania

UVIKIUTA-Tanzania is excited to announce free volunteer placements for 3 motivated individuals in the project UV.04-03: A Child Space! This unique experience involves working with children in the Maasai community in Arusha during the magical time of Christmas.

Project Dates:

Session 1: Dec 1-14, 2024

Session 2: Dec 15-28, 2024

As a volunteer, you’ll be part of a community-focused initiative, creating a safe and engaging environment for local children. Here’s what you’ll be doing:

  • Nature Exploration: Take the kids on fun outdoor adventures, helping them connect with their environment.
  •  Sports & Games: Inspire teamwork and confidence through sports, games, and physical activities.
  • Academic Development: Support their learning journey with creative and educational activities.
  •  Christmas Celebrations: Make this holiday season unforgettable with festive activities that bring joy and warmth!

This is an amazing opportunity to immerse yourself in Maasai culture, make a lasting impact on the lives of local children, and experience Tanzania in a truly authentic way. Whether you're passionate about education, enjoy working with kids, or want to give back during the holidays, this project could be the perfect fit for you.

📧 Email  at uvikiuta@rocketmail.com

🌐 Visit the website www.uvikiuta.wixsite.com

Volunteer opportunities in the USA!

Have different projects Volunteers are asked to contribute a project fee of $60. Instructions to apply can be found from our website here.

  1. HOUSE BUILDING RESTORATION - 10 spots available

    Code: VFP-MTV05

    Project dates: ongoing up to 25­.03.­2027

    LOWERNINE.ORG,  is a nonprofit organization in NEW ORLEANS, LA dedicated to the long-term recovery of the Lower Ninth Ward of New Orleans in the wake of hurricanes Katrina and Rita, and the levee breaches of 2005. The organization completes residential building projects so that pre-Katrina residents of the neighborhood can return to their homes.

     -­Minimum 1 month contribution and ­the project is available all year

    -Hosts can also provide accommodation at an added cost for those who need it while they are volunteering: $250 per person per week for the first three weeks (includes three meals/day) $200 per person per week from the fourth week until three months in (also includes meals) No charge past three months for people who step into leadership roles. 

  2. Camphill Village Minnesota - 3 spots available for one year contribution with fluent English
    Code: VFP­LTV 01

    Project dates: 21.­09­.2023-30­.05­.2025

    Camphill Village Minnesota (CVM) is a life-sharing, residential community of fifty people, including adults with disabilities. Our community is deeply rooted in the belief that every individual, regardless of limitations, is an independent, spiritual being. Each person is part of the fabric of Community experience and is worthy of recognition, respect and honor.  

    -Participant must be older than 21 y.o.

  3. Community Homestead - 8 spots available

    Code:VFP-MTV/LTV 01

    Project dates: 31­.12.­2023- 16­.03.­2026

    Centered upon an organic dairy farm and large garden, Community Homestead is a sustainable non-profit living and working with people with developmental challenges. In teams of people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds, we run the farm, bakery, kitchens, gardens and craft groups, look after each other and create a happy home and social life. We live in extended family households within walking distance of the farm and find our high energy, friendly lifestyle fulfilling and welcoming for us all.

    -Participants should be 18+ y.o. and targetted for 3 months commitment minimum

    -Conversational English and physical background check is  required

  4. Community Reentry, Social Justice Work, Burlington, VT - 4 spots available

    Code: VFP- MTV01

    Project dates: 01­.09­.2024 - 25­.03.­2027

    Burlington Dismas House provides transitional housing and opportunities to men and women getting out of prison so that they can successfully transition back into the community

    -Only 1 volunteer serves at a time for minimum 3 months

    -Participant should be 21 y.o. or over with strong English skills

  5. Community Reentry, Social Justice Work, Winooski, Vermont - 3 spots available

    Code: VFP-MTV02

    Project dates: 01­.09.­2024-25.­03.­2027

    Winooski Dismas House provides housing and opportunities to men and women getting out of prison so that they can successfully transition back into the community. 

    -Only 1 volunteer serves at a time for minimum 3 months. 

    -Participant should be 21 y.o. or over with strong  English skills.

    -Looking for male volunteers only, who is available since Feb 1st

  6. Purple Raven Farm - 4 spots available

    Code: VFP-MTV06

    Project dates: 26­.03.­2025 - 25.­03­.2027

    Our long-term goal here at Purple Raven Farm is to produce healthy food in ways that remain resilient under growing climatic, resource and economic pressures so that we can continue to produce food for those in need as we move into this future.

    This year we will be building a “Green Barn” which is an experiment in northern, cold climate greenhouse heating. Our goal is to utilize a combination of sustainable greenhouse heating techniques that we can demonstrate to others in cold climate situations as a viable and attractive option while expanding our growing season and increasing our food production.

    -Only taking volunteers from May till October

Thailand, health care projects in November 2024

  1. VSA2411-2 Health & Wellness Study visit program Songkhla, 13 - 22 November 2024 in Hatyai, Songkhla

    The program will be various for medical students to exchange and learn from professional health care about Thai traditional treatment and the health care system in Thailand. Some activities need basic knowledge about
    health care that is suitable for medical students to be trained and learn in real situations. 

  2. VSA1411-3 Psychology Study Visit Program 18-27 November 2024 (New camp)

    More information is available by the link in the project names. 

    Participation fee is 14,000 Baht

Bali, Indonesia, 2024 - 2025

Project code:

Bali Special Needs: DJ-2402

Central Bali: DJ-2410

West Bali: DJ-2403

Prambanan Temple: DJ-2401
Our partner organization, DEJAVATO, is offering a variety of workcamps in Bali, Indonesia. Some of these workcamps focus on engaging with local children and teenagers through various activities, including assisting in teaching English, organising sport and games, etc. In another workcamp, volunteers have the unique opportunity to work with archaeologists to help preserve a World Heritage site.