My life took an interesting turn this summer when I embarked on a two-month volunteering experience in stunning Sicily. A group of 45 energetic participants, aged 18 to 30, from around twenty European nations, came together to promote a holistic and preventive approach to healthy living. Our voyage of discovery and influence was not only…
One month ago, I made the first step in the OAZA office here in Zagreb which is an oasis literally - full of plants and flowers. And why is that? There is connection for sure and Udruga OAZA is an association from Zagreb, Croatia working on promoting ecology, sustainability, gardening, and vegetarianism. Together with Evgenija,…
This article is a glimpse of my volunteering experience as a short-term volunteer for an ESC project in Zagreb, Croatia. Come and join me on this 1000-word journey, as I reminisce through my fondest memories of the month and a half spent on gardening, working with school children and forging lifelong friendships, all under Zagreb’s…
Ciao! My name is Anamarija, I come from Ohrid, Macedonia and I am currently volunteering on an ESC project in Cagliari, Sardinia. Before starting my journey here, as many young adults nowadays, I have found myself in a period of my life in which I have grown an ambition to discover new things and step…
Italy is a country that has captured the hearts of many with its incredible food, historical landmarks, and stunning architecture. But beyond the traditional tourist attractions, Italy has a thriving volunteering community that is often overlooked. Volunteering in Italy is a great way to give back to the community and truly experience the culture of…
I am very glad to be a part of a team in Can Gual Residence and to work with such amazing people. Our schedule is a very flexible one. Since I arrived at the centre 2 weeks ago, we have made a list of certain activities that we need to accomplish by the end of…
Hello, my name is Aleksandra, I’m from Macedonia and I volunteer at Sunce which is a non-governmental, non-party and non-profit organization in Split – Croatia. Sunce was founded in 1998 and today is one of the leading organizations for nature and environment protection in Croatia. The need for change and the fast-paced life of Skopje…
To be a volunteer means to work voluntarily or for free for personal improvement. This is why I also decided on that step. I decided to get to know myself better and get out of my comfort zone, so I went to volunteer in Antalya. My main task as a volunteer was to help children…
My adventure started one month ago, when I arrived at the airport of Valencia and I couldn't even imagine the life-changing experience that's awaiting me. Let's go back from the beginning, how I got from a little city in the West of Macedonia, my Tetovo, to a concrete jungle that is Valencia, in the heart…
I decided to choose Antalya for my volunteering because I wanted to live a different experience in my life. Turkey is known around the world for its delicious food, hospitality and wonderful tourism. Antalya is one of the most beautiful cities in Turkey, and after Istanbul, this is the most visited and sought-after destination. I…
12 countries, 19 young volunteers, 40 implemented activities, and over 100 completed volunteer hours. Together with one and only goal: To expand and support the idea of a sustainable future. I'm Ana, and this summer I represented Volunteers Centre Skopje and my country as an international volunteer on a project supported by the European Union,…
Volunteering is one of the opportunities offered to us to make a change or be part of the change we want to see in this world. We can learn a lot as we can teach a lot, we have very diverse societies here in Europe & the regions around. In those times, we need solidarity.…
After being on two projects in France last year, our Veronica decided that her ESC project should be implemented in that country as well. And in the same place. So, Le Bouizon has been her home for two months now. And it will be almost until the end of the year. To hear her impressions…
I am writing you this introductory thought while on a three-month stay in Split, Croatia. I could find myself in a diametrically opposed culture, one that is vastly different from the one in which I formed my personality. But why did I choose the similar over the different? In my mind, the form of society…
Dzień dobry! I feel like I've been here for 33 and not just 3 months within my volunteering adventure in Bydgoszcz, Poland. There are so many things going on and I don't even know where to start but for the beginning, I will emphasize the culture shock. Culture was and still is number 1 reason…
Dedicating your time, resources and expertise to any volunteer project in need is an admirable way to contribute to the bettering of the world. From two weeks to two months or two years, volunteer abroad experiences come in a lot of different shapes and sizes. It’s a collection of diverse perspectives on what volunteering abroad…
In Bulgaria, the first day of school starts on the 15th of September. I was told during my first few days in Blagoevgrad that this day is like no other because the whole city becomes very vibrant and active. While reminiscing my days in primary school and high school, I was excited to see the…
So it's been almost a week since I've arrived in my home country, I feel overwelmed with emotions, but still very proud of myself. Ten months in Malaga, Spain I was confronted with new challenges which helped me grew and improve my personal development. Communicating in Spanish while working in the care home, as well…
Hello dear friends, My name is Nevin Kanzo and I am currently participating in the project that is happening in Antalya (Demre), Turkey. My project is a short-term project (57days). We are two participants from Macedonia and our main activity is protection of Sea Turtles (Caretta Caretta) in their hatchling season. Our volunteer’s daily tasks…
The sun sends the last rays of heat at the end of summer in late August 2018 when a 23-year-old woman sits on the living room floor at home, surrounded by all her belongings. The big red suitcase contains only two black cats leaving their hair all over as a last farewell gift to this…