France: ESC: Raising European awareness in vocation Highschool Martin Nadaud - Tours

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

Lycée des Métiers Martin Nadaud (Saint-Pierre-des-Corps, Orléans-Tours education authority) trains students in construction, architecture, and energy trades. Long committed to European projects, the school notably leads SAVE (Sustainability and Vocational Education), a Jean Monnet network dedicated to sustainable vocational education. As part of the Erasmus team, you will primarily support the SAVE project. You will co-facilitate cultural and linguistic activities with the Europe Ambassador students, run Erasmus cafés, co-organise events linked to the school's European mobility policy, and help bring the Erasmus section of the school website to life. 7-month placement, from 1 November 2026 to 30 May 2027. https://martin-nadaud.org/erasmus/

About the accomodation

The volunteer will live in a host-family accommodation near the school. A monthly subscription for the public transportation or a bike will be provided. The volunteer will receive monthly allowance in the form of pocket money and money for food. Round trip to arrive and to leave will be reimbursed according to the programm standards.

About the leisure activities

The volunteer will attend the on-arrival and the mid-term seminars organized by the national agency. French language training (online, then at the University of Tours) will be provided.

Requirements

The Participant profile: We are looking for a cheerful and open minded person, ready to learn and to engage with students and teachers. Good command of English, computer literacy, enthusiasm for intercultural exchange, autonomy, dynamism, and an interest in youth engagement.Deadline: