Poland: ESC: Volunteering Without Borders

About the local hosting organization

Fundacja CAT suppots the developement of young people and children. We take care to promote the idea of volunteering, social activity and sport.Our main activities focus on supporting the development of children and young people, equal educational opportunities and dissemination of culture. We strive to shape a society that engages with its community. We take care to promote the idea of volunteering and social activity. We pursue our goals by organizing workshops, trainings, conferences, happenings, concerts and festivals.

Presentation of the programme

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on society? We are excited to introduce our ESC project, which focuses on the social reintegration of individuals at risk of exclusion and empowers them to become active citizens. This initiative addresses a pressing issue that affects countless people – social exclusion and its harmful consequences. As a volunteer, you will have the opportunity to design and lead activities and workshops for Youth and Children, visit Christmas markets, schools and public institutions to raise awareness of EU values, introduce your culture and promote ESC mobilities. You will also take part in meetings with NGOs working on poverty, exclusion, and social challenges, as well as support initiatives that encourage integration, reintegration, charitable activities, and the promotion of health and wellbeing. Additionally, you will contribute to cultural presentations at the library and join us to celebrate the end of the year with Fundacja CAT!

About the accomodation

1. Pocket money as per ESC Guide (2025) 2. Food allowance and house cleaning supplies 3. will get Henner health cover 4. Fully furnished houses, 2 to 10 minutes away from the Office, shared accommodation with other volunteers, common space , bathroom …etc 5. has access to foundation bikes 6. Reimbursement or coverage for local transport when used for work 7. Reimbursement for travel tickets according to ESC Guide.

About the leisure activities

 

Requirements

The Participant profile: During the initiation of the project, there will be an Adaptation Week, Cultural events. This period will provide an opportunity to collaborate with an international team, with English as the working language, and an introduction to the Polish language through weekly lessons. Mentoring session weekly to tackle topics that serve personal growth. Participants will develop the ability to engage in conversations in multiple languages. Upon the completion of the mobility program, participants will receive a Youth Pass / ESC Volunteer Diploma.Deadline: 17/10/2026 11:59