Hi! I’m Luna, I’m 22 years old and I’m from France. After studying French and philosophy in Montpellier, I wanted to change my environment and discover a side of life that I hadn't yet experienced. I wanted to discover new places and a new me. I heard about volunteering and the idea seemed right for…
Hello and welcome to the November edition of VOICES, This month, we sadly say goodbye to two long-term volunteers at VCS. I’m Cassandre, also a long-termer, and watching volunteers leave is always bittersweet, especially Terry and Chloe, the last ones from when I first arrived. In this editorial, they share their final thoughts and reflections,…
Hello! My name is Arthur, I graduated in Philosophy, and have worked as a French teacher for more than one year now. I come from a small city next to Lyon, France, which I really like, but the call for adventure was bigger than that love for my hometown, so here I am. As a…
Hallo! I’m Nelli, an 18-year-old from Thuringia, the green heart of Germany. After finally finishing high school this spring, I knew it was time to try something new before choosing my life's path. Also, because different cultures and countries have always interested me, I thought volunteering for a year would be an awesome opportunity to…
Volunteers Centre Skopje is looking for a volunteer (18-30 years old) from Macedonia to participate in a long-term ESC project “Youth International: Embracing Diversity in Faenza” in Italy. Place: Faenza, Italy Date: start: January 2026 (6 months) About the project: The volunteer will support the hosting organization and local community by assisting with the educational projects (school workshops, afterschool…
Hallo! My name is Lea and I am an 18-year-old high school graduate from Germany. For as long as I can remember, I always dreamed of moving abroad and discovering new places and cultures. After spending a lot of time researching for opportunities to do exactly that after finishing school (honestly, most of the research…
Volunteering in Olde Vechte for two months was similar to immersing oneself in a vibrant mosaic of culture and community. Each day brings new experiences, allowing me to connect deeply with the locals and contribute meaningfully to various projects. The time I spent there will stay with me for the rest of my life, as…
Volunteers Centre Skopje is looking for volunteers (18–30 years old) from Macedonia to participate in a long-term ESC project “Citrus Laguépie” in France. Place: Laguépie, France Time period: November 2025 - November 2026 (12 months) About the project: The volunteer will be part of the daily life and activities of Citrus, contributing to both community…
Volunteers Centre Skopje is looking for volunteers (18-30 years old) from Macedonia to participate in a long-term ESC project “Voluntary service in Nesvady” in Slovakia. Place: Nesvady, Slovakia Date: November 2025 - September 2026 About the project: The volunteer will be responsible for assisting in regular clubs, summer camps, sports, and cultural events. They will help lead…
Volunteers Centre Skopje is looking for volunteers (18-30 years old) from Macedonia to participate in a long-term ESC project under the title “Open Yourself for volunteering” in Poland. Place: Gdańsk, Poland Date: 20.10.2025 - 05.05.2026 About the project: We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join projects in Gdańsk! Whether you want to support local communities, help coordinate volunteer actions,…
My name is Evgenija, and right now, I’m living one of the most rewarding chapters of my life: volunteering in Aruba through the European Solidarity Corps. I chose this volunteering project because I wanted to combine my passion for youth development with gaining new cultural and professional experiences. At the school where I volunteer, my…
Volunteers Centre Skopje is looking for a volunteer (18-30 years old) from Macedonia to participate in a long-term ESC project “Hands for the Community” in Italy. Place: Finale Emilia, Italy Date: start: November 2025 (6 months) About the project: Volunteers will support the organisation of public events, creative workshops, and awareness-raising activities in schools and local neighborhoods,…
Volunteers Centre Skopje is looking for volunteers (18–30 years old) from Macedonia to participate in a long-term ESC project “Moving forward 4.0” in Poland. Place: Bydgoszcz, Poland Date: start: November 2025 (6 months) About the project: Volunteer will work in International Relations Department, Europe Direct, Library, Design studio/marketing department, Nursery, Elderly club, Museum of photography. The described areas…
Since I arrived in Macedonia, I have felt a small shift inside me. It might be the way people open me their doors without hesitation, or how a shared drink can turn strangers into something closer. The welcome I’ve received here has been more than politeness, it feels like a real invitation to belong, to…
Volunteers Centre Skopje is looking for a volunteer (18-30 years old) from Macedonia to participate in a long-term ESC project “Solidarity with people with disability in Aachen” in Germany. Place: Aachen, Germany Start date: October 2025 (12 months) About the project: The volunteers work for and with people with disabilities during their voluntary service in external…
Volunteers Centre Skopje is looking for a volunteer (18-30 years old) from Macedonia to participate in a long-term ESC project “Roots of Change” in Italy. Place: Palombaio (Bitonto), Italy Date: from mid-October 2025 (6 months) About the project: Regen offers a unique volunteering experience on its organic farm, currently transitioning into an agroforestry system filled with fruit…
Merhaba! My name is Cemal Emre and I'm from Türkiye. I come from Eskişehir, which I believe is the best city in the country. I’m currently studying Electrical Engineering at Kocaeli University in Izmit. I have a few interests that I would like to share with you. First of all, I like exploring new places…
Merhaba! I’m Ilgın, a 22-year-old from İzmir, Türkiye’s most beautiful city. :) I recently graduated from Ankara University, where I studied Political Science and Public Administration. I spent last year abroad in Spain and Brussels for an exchange program and an internship, which I truly enjoyed. These experiences broadened my perspective on life and gave…
Volunteers Centre Skopje is looking for volunteers (18–30 years old) from Macedonia to participate in a long-term ESC project “Volunteering in Lithuania” in Lithuania. Place: Vilnius & Trakai, Lithuania Date: Start: September or October 2025 (12 months) About the project: The project offers volunteering opportunities in four hosting organizations – different organizations have different responsibilities and activities.…
Being a volunteer has been a goal of mine for a very long time. I’ve heard some stories that make the idea intriguing. So I thought, what kind of experiences will I bring home? This project took me to Gdańsk, Poland, a city I’ve wanted to visit for years. However, as I had no experience…