Individual Volunteering Opportunity in Creativity and Education through Games with Dragon Legion – Cologne, Germany
Applicant criteria
- 18 - 60
- Both
Opportunity criteria
Opportunity description
Dragon Legion e.V. is a non-profit youth organization based in Cologne, Germany. It focuses on developing young people's skills through the use of Role-Playing Games (RPGs) as educational and developmental tools. The organization’s activities are centered on building international youth communities, encouraging creativity, and promoting interactive learning within a diverse European environment.
This project aims to expand Dragon Legion’s youth network by using RPGs to build an international youth community, while supporting volunteers in developing their project management skills, teamwork, and self-directed goal setting. Volunteers work in an international environment and contribute to innovative ideas that impact youth both locally and across Europe.
Duration: 12 months (52 weeks)
Period: From 1 June 2025 to 31 August 2026
Location: Friedrich-Karl-Str. 200, Cologne, Germany
Type of volunteering: Individual volunteering under the European Solidarity Corps
No deadline for applications
Volunteering Benefits:
Accommodation: Shared apartment for 4 volunteers (private room + shared kitchen)
Monthly allowance for food and living expenses
Free transportation card covering trains, buses, and bike rentals
Ongoing training on educational game use and project development
Opportunities to develop personal and professional skills in areas such as social media, content creation, youth events, and digital magazines
Duties & responsibilities
Organize youth activities using RPGs
Collaborate with schools in areas like language learning and social skill development
Develop new concepts for educational RPGs
Create interactive content such as magazines, videos, or media campaigns
Work as part of an international team with creativity and initiative
Eligibility criteria
Must be from one of the countries participating in the European Solidarity Corps (including Arab countries like Tunisia, Morocco, Palestine, Jordan, Lebanon…)
Fluent in English (the main office language); basic German is a plus
Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
Motivation to propose ideas and work independently
No prior experience required, but interest in games, education, or media is preferred