FPD was founded in 2009, thanks the Regional Governament which granted its foundation on the basis of the activities planned for the social development of the regional rural areas. It is a non-profit regional civil organization, made by young and senior people. It's mission is to promote and facilitate the development of rural areas of the Puglia Region, thanks to the implementation of projects concerning volunteering, youth, social inclusion, environment protection, sustainable development, promotion of the importance of biodiversity, organic farming, nature and sport and outdoor activities. FPD focuses its attention on European mobility, both for the personal development of its single members and for the growth of local partner organizations at International level. The main target group is youth under 35 y.o., but the organization also works with senior people. Both the categories have in common the fact they are made of disadvantaged people from rural areas. The young people are mainly NEET, which means FPD offers them several opportunities to learn, be trained and educated at local and European level in order to enrich their curricula and get more chances for their job-placement or self-employment. FPD cooperates with several Public and Private entities at all levels, such as: a) Municipality of Taurisano (IT) - FPD cooperates in the organization of local events in several fields (waste collection, Music festivals, youth participation in decision making processes, cultural activities, music events, photo exhibitions....); b) Province of Lecce (IT) – FPD had a project concerning young people's involvement in local initiatives concerning ecology and biological food, re-use of different materials and recycle of waste; c) Region of Puglia (IT) – FPD cooperates with its Region on projects concerning promotion of natural resources of rural areas; d) Several EU NGOs are partners in the implementation of Youth Exchanges, Youth and Democracy projects, Training Courses, seminars, workshops, volunteering activties in different fields. What is more, FPD is member of numerous European Networks financed by the Europe for Citizens Programme, for the valorization of the EU Cultural Heritage (tangible, intangible, digital and natural), the promotion of Youth Mobility for learning, training, working, studying and volunteering abroad, the active participation (mainly digital participation) at EU level of youth and seniors.

We are looking for two creative, open-minded volunteers who would gladly make decorations in different social institutes. We are a volunteer center, we work with several different target groups such as elderly people, disabled people, kids from kindergartens and schools, youngsters from high schools. As our volunteer you can peer into the work with the different target groups and you can bring joy to their days and life with your creative skills. You will have several opportunities to use your artist skills in various situations with different people. We need a volunteer with an open mind and heart because we usually work with people in need or special need people. The project is not only about art – it’s also about improving your social skills, meeting people from the different target groups, learning about ourselves and each other. Communication, empathy, responsibility are very important skills in the project.

The two volunteers will stay in a flat in a ten-storey house (with an elevator) on the 9th floor with a beautiful view to a park with a small lake. The two volunteers will sleep in separate bedrooms. Although we can provide simple circumstances, the kitchen is equipped, a washing machine and hair dryer are in the bathroom, bed linen and towels are in the flat. Volunteers will receive pocket money and monthly allowance every month; a public transport monthly ticket. Travel costs are covered under a limit defined by the European Solidarity Corps, and you will receive free HENNER health insurance

The Participant profile: Our ideal volunteer is proactive, enthusiastic, full of ideas, open for new experiences with people from another culture. We’ll appreciate your motivation for working in a team and independently as well. A high level of English is required.
Deadline: 31/07/2025 23:59

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.