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Finland Finland: ESC: Football as a tool for social inclusion at Union Plaani

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  • Keinukankaantie 4, 18100 heinola, finland
  • Local currency : Euro member countries (EUR / €)
  • Timezone : Eastern european summer time
  • Local time : 11-07-2025 00:19:32
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About the local hosting organization

The primary aims of Union Plaani football club are to promote the sport of football, foster a sense of community, and provide a platform for both youth and adult players to engage in physical activity, teamwork, and competition. We aim to instill values such as Athleticism, Goal-Oriented , Communal Spirit and Individualism among our participants. Main Activities: * Youth Development Programs: Offering training sessions, coaching, and competitions for young aspiring footballers to enhance their skills and passion for the sport. * Youth Tournaments: Organizing regular tournaments for youth, providing a competitive yet enjoyable environment for players of varying skill levels. * Community Engagement: Hosting events, workshops, summer camps and outreach programs to engage with the local community, encouraging participation and support for football. * Educational Initiatives: Collaborating with schools and educational institutions to integrate football into physical education programs and promote a healthy lifestyle. Target Groups: * Youth Players: Children and teenagers interested in learning and playing football, with a focus on skill development and character building. * Adult Players: Individuals of varying skill levels who seek recreational or competitive opportunities to play football. * Schools and Educational Institutions: Partnering with schools to introduce football as part of physical education programs and extracurricular activities.

Presentation of the program

1. Project Summary Union Plaani is a grassroots football club in Heinola that believes football should be for everyone. This ESC volunteering project invites young people from across Europe to join our community and support our mission: making football a tool for social inclusion, participation, and empowerment. The project will immerse volunteers in the everyday life of the club — from training youth teams and organizing tournaments to supporting community football initiatives, local school outreach, and inclusive events for marginalized groups. By combining football, volunteering, and intercultural learning, we aim to build stronger community ties and promote European solidarity through sport. 2. Main Objectives • Use football as a tool to promote social inclusion, especially for youth with fewer opportunities. • Strengthen the role of ESC volunteers in everyday football club activities. • Foster intercultural learning and local–European exchange.

About the accommodation

Volunteers will live in shared accommodation in Heinola with private rooms and shared kitchen/bathroom. The apartment is fully equipped and located near Union Plaani’s activities. Volunteers receive a monthly food allowance 200€ and pocket money 7€/day according to ESC rates. Bicycles are provided for daily transport; winter support or bus cards are arranged as needed. Travel costs to and from Finland are reimbursed based on ESC distance rules.

About the leisure

Volunteers receive on-arrival orientation, Finnish language support, and regular mentoring. They are trained in grassroots coaching, event planning, and working with youth through non-formal methods. Weekly reflection meetings help track learning. Volunteers also participate in ESC-organized on-arrival and mid-term training in Finland. Personal development is supported through Youthpass and individual learning plans.

Requirements

The Participant profile: We welcome two motivated young people (18–30) who are open-minded, responsible, and interested in community work through football. No specific skills or playing level required. Interest in youth work, sports, teamwork, or inclusion is a plus. Volunteers should be ready to live in a small town and take initiative. Basic English is needed .
Deadline: 31/08/2025 23:59

Extra information

The project is implemented under the European Solidarity Corps Programme, financed by the European Commission.
The participating organisations have to be mindful of these needs as they are responsible for providing a respectful and trusting hosting environment. At the same time, the organisations participating in the initiative devote a great deal of time, energy and resources to set up a high-quality activity; they should therefore expect that European Solidarity Corps participants show a similar level of respect for the local communities and the people that are directly concerned by the activities (https://youth.europa.eu/solidarity/mission_en).
What do we provide ?
  • Training before and after the project
  • Health insurance during your project
  • round-trip travel reimbursement
  • accommodation and food
  • pocket money
  • language course
  • Return Week-end
  • Youth Pass and SVI international Volunteer passport

Before applying for this volunteering project, you need to enroll yourself at European Solidarity Corps Platform (https://europa.eu/youth/solidarity_en) and specify your European Solidarity Corps Participant Number (PRN).
This organisation holds a European Solidarity Corps Quality Label.
Contact the ESC coordinator at +32 2 888 67 13 to get more informations.