(Македонски) Од волонтерскиот дневник на Бате Даки: „ЕСК не е само волонтирање“
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Monday October 21st, 2024
(Македонски) Green washing – Актуелниот релативизам како можност за осознавање на сопствената вистина
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Thursday October 17th, 2024
(Македонски) Од волонтерскиот дневник на Бате Даки: „Мислам дека сум многу побогат“
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Friday September 20th, 2024
My volunteering adventure in Aruba
Happy about life Spending two months volunteering in Aruba was a transformative experience that left a lasting impression on me. The island’s natural beauty, vibrant culture, and time spent with the hosting organization and the local people made for an unforgettable journey of personal and professional growth. From the moment I arrived, I was welcomed…
Monday September 16th, 2024
ESC for beginners: pickles in one hand, life lessons in the other
Chapter 1 Even before I finally finished packing for one year abroad (which felt like cramming a circus into a shoebox), I was already imagining what I’d write in this first report. I had been reading all the other articles from volunteers, thinking of what I’d say when it was finally my turn. Now that…
Tuesday September 3rd, 2024
From Bate Daki’s volunteer diary: “To succeed – you have to study”
Well, the first (we can call it the honeymoon) month of my volunteer engagement here in Arad, Romania has slowly passed. And now it's time to get used to it, face the challenges and learn. Adaptation and the challenges that come with it are an integral part of any new experience, especially when you go…
Friday April 5th, 2024
A completely different experience: ESC in Romania
Meet Daniel, a volunteer in a European Solidarity Corps project in Arad, Romania, lasting for over 9 months and coordinated by Ofensiva Tinerilor. Read his article to discover Daniel's initial reflections and impressions on his volunteering journey: Despite having quite a bit of experience with Erasmus projects, some more beautiful, some not so beautiful, some…
Monday March 11th, 2024
ESC over the Atlantic – yes, it’s possible!
In this article, through my words I will try for you to take a grasp of how I am spending my time on a short-term European Solidarity Corps project, which luckily brought me to a very unusual destination over the Atlantic, a small island country known as Aruba, 9000 kilometers from home. At the same…
Monday November 27th, 2023
Living abroad for the first time
The idea of living alone in another country can sound scary and challenging at first. However, it can also be exciting for some. It is normal to face some challenges at the beginning of our adventure. It can be the culture shock when we arrive in another country, the language, public transport and many other…
Thursday November 9th, 2023
My transformative volunteering journey in Sicily
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…
Thursday November 9th, 2023
Team Volunteering project “Green Fingers”
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,…
Tuesday November 7th, 2023
Cloudy with a Chance of Lifelong Friendships
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…
Monday June 12th, 2023
From Ohrid to Cagliari: A Volunteer’s Path to Making a Difference
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…
Thursday May 25th, 2023
Volunteering in Italy – an experience you won’t forget
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…
Wednesday May 10th, 2023
My ESC in Spain: new culture and amazing people
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…
Thursday March 23rd, 2023
ЕSC project in Split: a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity
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…
Friday February 17th, 2023
How does it feel to be a volunteer?
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…
Tuesday December 20th, 2022
Volunteering in Spain: Life-changing experience
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…
Monday November 14th, 2022
Life in Antalya: Volunteer experience in Turkey
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…
Wednesday September 21st, 2022
One of those stories that are remembered
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,…
Wednesday August 31st, 2022