Funded Volunteering Opportunity in Spain 2027 in Environmental Protection
Applicant criteria
- NationalityAlgeria, Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Palestine, Syria, Tunisia
- Age18 - 30
- GenderBoth
Opportunity criteria
- Opportunity FieldNature and Environment, Others
- Job locationSpain
- Deadline2026-10-17
Opportunity description
Asociación Semillistas is offering one of the funded international volunteering opportunities under the European Solidarity Corps (ESC) through the Reforestation in Granada Mountains & Healthy Living project in Órgiva and the Sierra Lújar mountains, near Granada, Spain.
The project aims to contribute to the reforestation of mountain areas and the restoration of vegetation using direct seed-sowing techniques, while also promoting environmental sustainability, healthy lifestyles, and community engagement.
Volunteers will participate in seed collection and sowing, preparation of reforestation sites, and workshops on sustainable agriculture and environmental protection. The program also includes yoga, wellness activities, and teamwork with participants from different cultural backgrounds.
Benefits
Accommodation costs covered in shared housing in the Órgiva area.
Food provided throughout the project, with volunteers taking turns preparing vegetarian meals.
Round-trip travel costs covered in accordance with ESC funding rules.
A personal allowance, with the amount not specified in the announcement.
Electric bicycles provided for transportation between the accommodation and reforestation sites.
Participation in workshops on environmental sustainability, sustainable agriculture, and ecosystem regeneration.
Weekly wellness activities such as yoga and capoeira.
One body-care session during the volunteering period.
Individual support and guidance from a dedicated mentor, with follow-up meetings approximately every two weeks.
Opportunities to learn and practice Spanish and English, with access to the ESC Online Language Support (OLS) platform.
Duties & responsibilities
Reforestation and seed planting: Participate in collecting and sowing seeds, preparing protective measures, and monitoring plant growth in mountain areas.
Prepare environmental restoration sites: Help dig channels and basins designed to collect rainwater and support vegetation recovery.
Take part in training and wellness activities: Attend sustainability and environmental workshops and participate in movement and wellness activities.
Support community living: Help with meal preparation, cleaning, daily task organization, and group meetings.
Eligibility criteria
Have an interest in environmental protection, reforestation, sustainability, and ecological agriculture.
Be physically prepared to work in mountainous areas and on rough slopes, including areas with thorny vegetation.
Be willing to participate in group activities and live as part of a volunteer community.
Be flexible in adapting to changes in work plans due to weather conditions.
Be willing to take responsibility, show initiative, and organize personal tasks.
Be able to communicate and collaborate with other volunteers, supervisors, and the local community.
Commit to participating in all project activities, training sessions, and meetings throughout the program.
Basic knowledge of English and Spanish is considered an advantage, but is not mandatory according to the provided information.
Meet the age and residency requirements of the European Solidarity Corps (ESC), which typically targets young people aged 18 to 30.
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