Netherlands: ESC: Learn by Doing: Practical Volunteering in Ommen

About the local hosting organization

Olde Vechte foundation is a non-formal organisation, established in 1966, which is situated in Ommen, the Netherlands. The mission of the foundation is to create a world that works for everyone out of love, care and cooperation. By supporting people in their personal development, we encourage them to use their freedom and take responsibility in their lives, to create a world that works for everyone. Olde Vechte is a living, learning and working place for young people. Over the last 10 years we do international volunteering projects as an organization we see that there is a great need for youngsters to step out of their own situation and experience something different. Olde Vechte foundation wants to offer a place where people have the time to find out what they want in their lives and to get working experience, in an intercultural context. In order to realize this, the foundation has created a training centre, where people are able to live, learn and work on their personal development. The board of the foundation employed professional youth workers to support the trainees in putting their potential into active reality. The trainees can initiate and carry out activities to realise this vision. Olde Vechte is open for everyone, regardless their background, and is not limited by country borders. We see the world as our working domain. However, our main target group is youth, especially youth with fewer opportunities.

Presentation of the programme

Join the Olde Vechte Foundation in Ommen! We are a dynamic training center hosting groups year-round. As a volunteer, you become a core part of our team. This project prioritizes young people (21-30) facing "fewer opportunities". This includes economic, social, educational, or geographical barriers, cultural differences, health conditions, or disabilities. What you will do (32h/week) Expect practical jobs where you will get your hands dirty! Tasks include: Cooking & running the kitchen for groups. Woodwork, gardening & building maintenance. Office support & hosting visiting organizations. Hosting guests & community activities. Application form: https://forms.gle/UxyYJdyyHBMuKz389 More information: https://oldevechte.com/volunteering/ ESC volunteer Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/oldevechteesc/

About the accomodation

Over the last five years, Olde Vechte has built houses to ensure healthy hosting conditions. Four to five volunteers of different nationalities live in each house. You will have your own bedroom and share a living space, kitchen, and bathroom.

About the leisure activities

There are trainings organized by the Dutch national agency during your volunteering period. These are the on-arrival training and the mid-term training.

Requirements

The Participant profile: Age & Location: 21-30 years old, legally residing in an EU country. Inclusion Priority: Facing "fewer opportunities" (economic, social, educational, geographical barriers, or health conditions). Work: Comfortable with an average 32-hour workweek. Willing to do practical, hands-on tasks. Free from alcohol or drug addiction to maintain a safe environment for all guests and volunteers. Commitment: complete a short selection interview with our team.Deadline: