Poland: ESC: Inclusion and diversity assistant

About the local hosting organization

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.

Presentation of the programme

You support young people with fewer opportunities and war refugees from Ukraine in their daily life in Gliwice. Working with our team, you help newcomers settle in, build social bonds and feel part of the community. This builds on our "Mosty nadziei" work with refugees and years of hosting international volunteers. A role for someone who likes people, listens well and wants integration to be real. Join Klaster Innowacji Spolecznych, an ESC host organisation in Gliwice, in daily work with young people with fewer opportunities and war refugees from Ukraine. You build on our experience from Mosty Nadziei and the Silesian Migrant Career Centre. What you do: support daily language practice through relaxed conversations, help organise integration events, offer one-to-one support to newcomers facing everyday challenges, give emotional support and help people settle into a new environment, promote equality and diversity.

About the accomodation

The foundation provides a furnished room in Gliwice, within easy reach of our office. Volunteers receive a monthly food allowance (6 EUR per day) and pocket money (6 EUR per day), about 360 EUR per month in total. Travel costs to and from Poland are reimbursed according to European Solidarity Corps distance bands, and every volunteer is covered by the ESC insurance scheme. Some activities take place at our educational centre in Miedzybrodzie Bialskie in the Beskidy mountains; transport for these trips is organised and covered by the foundation.

About the leisure activities

The volunteer receives preparatory support before departure, on-arrival training and a mid-term evaluation organised by the Polish National Agency, weekly Polish language support plus access to the Online Language Support (OLS), a personal mentor with regular one-to-one meetings, and ongoing support from the coordinating team. Learning outcomes are documented throughout the activity and confirmed with a Youthpass certificate.

Requirements

The Participant profile: Age 18 to 30, open, empathetic and reliable Motivation matters more than experience, no qualifications needed Comfortable in English, willing to learn some Polish Interest in inclusion, migration and community work We welcome applications from young people with fewer opportunities. No qualifications or previous experience are required; motivation matters most.Deadline: 30/09/2026 20:00