Funded Volunteering in Poland 2026 for Arab Youth
Applicant criteria
- 18 - 30
- Both
Opportunity criteria
Opportunity description
Semper Avanti is offering a long-term individual volunteering opportunity in Opole, Poland, through the European Solidarity Corps (ESC). The volunteering experience lasts 10 to 12 months, providing participants with the opportunity to integrate into the local community while contributing to a wide range of educational, social, and cultural activities.
According to the hosting organization, volunteers may work with children and young people during school hours or evening workshops, support activities for senior citizens, or take part in local cultural events and community initiatives. Potential activities include language workshops, intercultural exchange, sports and recreational activities, arts and crafts, cultural events, and creative community projects.
This is one of the most attractive funded volunteering opportunities in Europe for Arab youth, offering participants the chance to develop their personal and professional skills, gain valuable international experience, and implement their own ideas and initiatives with the guidance and support of the hosting organization.
Benefits
- Free accommodation in a shared apartment in Opole, Poland.
- Shared bedrooms designed to ensure volunteers' comfort and privacy.
- Free internet access at the accommodation.
- A monthly food allowance of PLN 550.
- A daily personal allowance of EUR 6.
- Local public transportation pass or reimbursement throughout the project.
- Travel cost reimbursement to and from Poland according to the ESC distance bands.
- Participation in an on-arrival training program.
- Participation in a mid-term training event in Poland.
- Continuous support from project coordinators and mentors.
- Access to an online language course.
- Additional language-learning support when resources are available and depending on the volunteer's role.
Duties & responsibilities
- Work with children and young people during school hours or evening workshops.
- Support social and recreational activities for senior citizens.
- Participate in cultural activities and events within the local community.
- Organize language-learning and cultural exchange workshops.
- Contribute to sports and physical activities.
- Deliver arts and crafts activities and creative initiatives.
- Assist with organizing cultural events and special occasions.
- Develop new personal activities and initiatives with support from the hosting organization.
- Collaborate with volunteers, coordinators, and staff in an international environment.
- Participate actively in the daily life of the local community.
Eligibility criteria
- Applicants should generally be between 18 and 30 years old, in accordance with the European Solidarity Corps requirements.
- Applicants must be nationals or legal residents of a country eligible to participate in the project.
- Applications are accepted from several Arab countries, including Algeria, Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Palestine, Syria, and Tunisia.
- Applicants must have at least a B1 level of English.
- A genuine interest in working with children, young people, or senior citizens is required.
- Previous experience is not mandatory; however, experience working with children or older adults is considered an advantage.
- Applicants should be patient, open-minded, and flexible.
- They must be able to adapt to changing activities and responsibilities.
- A strong sense of responsibility, commitment, and reliability is required.
- Applicants should demonstrate initiative, creativity, and a willingness to contribute new ideas.
- They must be able to work effectively within an international and multicultural team.
- Applicants should respect people from different cultures, backgrounds, and age groups.
- They must be willing to commit to the project for its full duration.
- A desire to integrate into the local community and benefit from an international volunteering experience is essential.
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