Turkey: ESC: Together We're Better

About the local hosting organization

Our foundation develops projects, services, employment and actions regarding the problems faced by humanity in areas such as democracy, pluralistic culture, multiculturalism, freedom, environment, climate, fair sharing, digital transformation, migration, economy, education, children's and women's rights. In field studies, it adopts methods based on creating solutions with the sides of the subjects. Efforts to reveal the potential of societies arising from their cultural and human wealth; It aims to contribute to employment with the models, products and projects it will produce and develop, and most importantly, with its advanced awareness of democracy, environmentalist, universal humanitarian values and multiculturalism, and qualified manpower. For this purpose, units and commissions involving hundreds of volunteers and employees, a research center, two sports clubs, two dormitories, a sports center, an art center, a media center, a library, a bookstore, a foundation forest, a charity center, and three orphan coordination centers. It conducts studies for all segments of the society, including the disadvantaged and the disabled. In the corporate functioning of our foundation, decisions are taken with a democratic approach, the process is managed with the board of directors, units, commissions, coordinators and professional managers. The majority of the activities carried out are aimed at children, women, young people, disabled people and the needy segment of society, but it aims to fight against discrimination and radicalization of excluded young people.

Presentation of the programme

Are you ready to make a difference, grow personally, and explore Turkish culture? Engage with local students by sharing your experiences, inspiring them, and supporting educational activities, or join our media center to develop content creation, video editing, photography, and digital storytelling skills. Volunteers can also use our professional TV studio and radio stations to gain broadcasting and audio production experience. Enjoy our sports and arts facilities, including a gym, swimming pool, basketball court, and guitar, piano, violin, and bağlama courses. You will also distribute humanitarian aid, provide psychosocial support to refugees and earthquake victims, and join environmental activities in our forest area, including tree planting, maintenance, and nature protection. Volunteers will contribute to the foundation’s ongoing activities throughout the year. We are looking for volunteers who can participate for a minimum of 8 weeks ASAP. 

About the accomodation

Volunteers will stay in shared rooms (2 people per room), with boys and girls accommodated separately. The accommodation is safe, comfortable, and fully equipped, and is located right next to our foundation. Three meals are provided daily. Travel costs will be reimbursed according to the ESC distance bands. Visa and residence permit expenses will be covered. Airport transfers are provided upon arrival and departure. Volunteers will receive health insurance through Henner.

About the leisure activities

Develop key skills such as creativity, teamwork, time management, and problem-solving. Take part in induction sessions to become familiar with Turkish culture, local community values, and project activities. Participants will gain project coordination experience by taking active roles in the projects. They will also benefit from Turkish language courses and English-speaking clubs. Training includes media production using our media studio and radio stations, as well as creative workshops in art, music, and sports coaching. Volunteers will receive continuous guidance and much more.

Requirements

The Participant profile: It is fundamental to: Have active and effective communication skills; Be capable of adapting to innovations and changes; Have digital competences and use technology effectively; Have a high sense of social responsibility; Be sensitive to individuals at different levels; Respect people from different cultures; Respect other volunteers; Have different skills or interests (arts, sports, language, environment, media, science, etc.); Be motivated to contribute to the foundation’s ongoing activities throughout the year, according to their interests, skills, and motivation; Be willing to help where needed and up for a challenges!  Deadline: 31/10/2026 00:00