France: ESC: Become environmental ambassadors in the Bay of Mont-Saint-Michel.

About the local hosting organization

Unis-Cité is a non-profit association, founded in 1994 by three students who wanted to encourage the concrete commitment of young people to fight against inequalities, injustices, racism and exclusion and thus develop living together. Unis-Cité has thus been working for twenty-five years, completely independently, to promote voluntary service for young people, so that it becomes natural for all young people, whatever their background, to dedicate a stage of their life to solidarity and thus contribute to the emergence of a society of responsible and united individuals, aware of their own role in building the society of tomorrow, alongside associations, public actors and businesses. Unis-Cité promotes a society of individuals who respect differences and are able to integrate them as an asset. In this sense, the association aims to promote and enable the voluntary commitment of young people in local associations and structures, in order to act to improve life in the city. Pioneer of Civic Service, Unis-Cité has played a decisive role in the institutionalization and expansion of Civic Service in France. It is approved by the Civic Service Agency as a structure for hosting volunteers. Unis-Cité pays particular attention to the diversity of the promotions of young people it welcomes within its programs, by proactively supporting young people with the fewest opportunities to guarantee them access without prejudice to the diversity and representativeness of each of its promotions.

Presentation of the programme

Do you want to protect one of France's most beautiful natural areas while inspiring people to adopt more sustainable habits? Join the Waste & Biodiversity Ambassadors team in the Bay of Mont Saint-Michel! Based in Avranches (Normandy, France), you will work with a team of 12 volunteers (including 4 European volunteers) to raise awareness about environmental protection, waste reduction and biodiversity. Your main tasks: Raise awareness about waste sorting, waste reduction and recycling. Organise workshops and interactive activities in schools, youth centers and public events. Meet local residents through outreach activities (markets, festivals, neighbourhoods and door-to-door awareness campaigns). Take part in nature conservation activities such as clean-up events, tree planting and biodiversity projects. Promote responsible tourism by creating educational tools and encouraging environmentally friendly behaviours in the Bay of Mont Saint-Michel.

About the accomodation

30 hours per week over 4 working days. Activities across the Mont Saint-Michel Normandy urban community. You will join an international team of committed volunteers who will support you throughout your experience (English or French). Daily support from an experienced tutor. Monthly individual mentoring and personal support. Help with administrative procedures and settling in France. Free shared accommodation provided for all 4 European Solidarity Corps volunteers, with all utilities included. Daily pocket money and food allowance (€7 + €8 per day).

About the leisure activities

Volunteers will benefit from comprehensive training throughout the project: Environmental awareness training (waste prevention, recycling, biodiversity and climate issues). Educational methods and public speaking workshops. Weekly team meetings for project preparation, experience sharing and thematic discussions. First aid training. Personal support to develop future educational, professional or volunteering projects. Opportunities to meet environmental professionals, local associations and public authorities involved in sustainable development.

Requirements

The Participant profile: Proficiency in French may be assessed, without serving as a selection criterion.Deadline: 14/09/2026 12:00