Romania: ESC: SKILL B.I.L.L (Boost Inclusion & Lifelong Learning)

About the local hosting organization

Onestin Youth Association was created in December 2005. We have well over 150 members ranging between 14 and 35 years of age from different social backgrounds. The members of the Onestin Youth Association have established themselves as a NGO interested in promoting youth activities, which aim to achieve better inter-human communication and build strong partnerships through the development and involvement in social and cultural projects at local, national and international scale. Throughout the lifespan of our NGO we have developed and maintained a series of different youth activities, according to the community needs. Onesti is a former industrial town that used to have an intellectual background profile but, over the years it has suffered a major workforce migration and depopulation. Therefore, Onestin Youth Association has been built to develop the community life, more precisely to increase the civic values and to involve the youth in the social life of the town by providing them a wide variety of activities and actions. Namely, we have had music courses, children summer activities: ”Gradinita de Vara 2011-2013” an official choir ”Corul Onestin 2005-2019”, theatre workshops facilitated by Simona Vasilica Nica (actress at Bacau Municipal Theatre and Diana Croitoru (actress at National Theatre, Bucharest), Communication and Media: ”Şcoala de vară în jurnalism şi comunicare”, workshops about traditional culture, citizenship and youth law: ”Campania de recrutare”, ”Săptămâna Naţională a Voluntariatului”, ”1 Decembrie”, ”6 Decembrie”, European Youth in Action and Erasmus projects, social and human rights conferences, charitable and eco-educational activities: ”1 Iunie - Fă o bucurie dăruind o jucărie!” and ”Caritate de Crăciun și Paște.” In conclusion, we aim to preserve and promote the moral, cultural and intercultural values, at a local, national and international scale.

Presentation of the programme

We are inviting 2 motivated young people (aged 18–30) to join a 4-month volunteering experience with Onestin Youth Association, supporting youth activities and community life in Onești town and Mănăstirea Cașin village. Main Activities Creative and intercultural workshops for teenagers – design and facilitate activities that support the personal development, creativity, and intercultural understanding of local young people. Support for community projects – assist with maintenance, cleaning, and logistics Weekly interactions with underprivileged children – organize games, learning activities, and informal support sessions with kids in Mănăstirea Cașin, contributing to their well-being and inclusion.

About the accomodation

Volunteers will live in shared community-style housing, where rooms, bathrooms, and a kitchen are provided. A great chance to experience collective living, share daily responsibilities, and build strong friendships with each other. Taking care of the house will be part of the experience, encouraging teamwork and a sense of belonging For project activities, the hosting organization will provide local transport to and from Onești town and Mănăstirea Cașin village Each month, volunteers will receive 270(covering food allowance and pocket money) to support their personal needs and leisure time

About the leisure activities

At the beginning of the project, you will join an On-Arrival Training organized by the Romanian National Agency. At the middle of volunteering project you will join Mid Term Evaluation which will bring you together with other ESC volunteers from across the world . Every two weeks, you will have mentoring sessions with an external mentor, giving you space to reflect, share challenges, and receive personal guidance. In addition, the coordinating team will support you through weekly coaching, reflection, and evaluation activities, helping you track your progress and celebrate achievements

Requirements

The Participant profile: We’re looking for enthusiastic young people who are: Flexible and adventurous, ready to embrace new experiences. Excited about community and farm life, including shared living spaces and group activities. Comfortable with animals and nature, and not afraid of insects. Happy to contribute to daily tasks, such as cleaning, maintenance, and caring for the garden. If you’re ready to join this hands-on, community-focused experience, send a short motivation email telling us why you’d like to participate to: [email protected]: 01/09/2026 12:00