Criminal record is mandatory to participate. Volunteers should have an interest in spending educational and recreational time with children, be patient, have empathy and good communication skills with young people. They are expected to be responsible since some activities will be implemented out of the youth center. As activities include sports, creative workshops and educational sessions, creativity and a proactive attitude are very welcomed. Strong teamwork skills are essential as volunteers will be working with staff and peers. Candidates must be 18 to 30 years old and reside in one of the eligible countries. When adding together this new volunteering opportunity and any previous participation in EU volunteering programmes, the total duration cannot exceed 12 months.
Criminal record registration to the European Youth Portal is needed - IMPORTANT. ESC, No fee is due to the sending organisation. Open only for: AMC-ESDA-GIR-LNT-SJ
The volunteers will support the San Giovanni Apostolo youth workers in the implementation of the summer activities. Their tasks will include the organization of various workshops aimed at children and young people, such as games, sports events, creative labs, and educational workshops. These activities are designed to promote personal growth, social inclusion, and community engagement among the participants. In addition, volunteers are requested to organise workshops and entertainment activities for kids and youngsters of the youth center. The volunteers will take part in external excursions, including a visit to a water park and memorial places to combine fun and educational moments together with youngsters of the youth center. Through their involvement, volunteers will contribute to creating a intercultural and stimulating environment for all. This project not only benefits the youth but also offers volunteers the opportunity to gain valuable experience and make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. Children and youngsters of the youth center have a basic knowledge of english.
Volunteers will be hosted in a hostel located in the city centre, in 4-bed shared rooms. Meals are provided by local restaurants, there is no kitchen available for cooking. InformaGiovani ETS will support for the local transport
The accomodation is located in Palermo city center. In their free time volunteers can visit Palermo and other nearby cities by using public transports