Open Call for European Solidarity Corps Project in Ruse & Silistra, Bulgaria

Name of the project: ESC Individual Volunteering project

Dates of Project: September 2024 (1-2 months)
Sending organization: “BRAVO”
Hosting organization: “ASSOCIATION OF RUSE IN HELP OF SOCIETY AND YOUNG PEOPLE”
Places: Ruse and Silistra, Bulgaria
Participants age: 18 – 30
The number of participants: 2
Working language: English
Deadline for applying: 29.06.2024.

This project is supported and co-funded by the Erasmus+ program. It means that your travel costs, accommodation, and food will be fully covered if you get selected for the project. The European Commission’s support for the production of this publication does not constitute an endorsement of the contents, which reflect the views only of the authors, and the Commission nor EACEA can be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.

ACTIVITIES

Individual volunteering will include daily activities such as:

Using ICT tools and social media: Working with video and photo content (creation, editing, promotion) for RAPO events and projects.
Creating and writing for cultural blogs and RAPO social media profiles, updating the RAPO website, and creating a monthly newsletter.
Designing organizational promotional materials and newsletters for local activities.
Organizing workshops, presentations, exhibitions, and flash mobs in public places and schools/community centers for elderly people using alternative media.
Promoting one’s own culture through language, music, food, lifestyle, etc., and organizing workshops for Roma/Bulgarian children and elderly people.
Creating and promoting Sustainable Development Goals.
Organizing social/sports events with local volunteers.
Sharing cultural practices from one’s home country.
Promoting Erasmus+ and ESC at universities, municipalities, and district levels.
Working on additional projects to supplement the main idea.

VOLUNTEERS WILL:

Increase language skills (learn basic Bulgarian, deepen knowledge of English and other EU languages).
Learn how to work in a group and resolve conflicts if necessary, becoming more flexible and ready to adapt to changes in the environment after staying in a foreign country.
Learn various interesting methods of working with children/youth.
Become more self-confident, responsible, and mature, and familiarize oneself with the Sustainable Development Goals.
Through regular meetings with a mentor and progress analysis, discover the most effective learning methods.
Make new friends and show solidarity through community volunteering and organizing a Sports Festival.
Participate in Red Crescent First Aid Training.

ABOUT HOSTING ORGANIZATION

We are an NGO with primary goals in the field of youth development and support of social needs. Our main objectives are to support and finance training and initiatives for specific groups in society, including young people, ethnic minorities, disadvantaged persons, young single parents, orphans, and others. We aim to develop modern conditions for the growth of young people and society in Bulgaria, with opportunities for health, cultural, and professional development of young people and disadvantaged groups. We lead training sessions and support young entrepreneurs and young farmers through informal training, seminars, and more.

Additionally, we initiate sporting events and activities for young people in Bulgaria, including those with disabilities. We also participate in mediation for conflicts arising from civil and interpersonal disputes, criminal matters (only where provided by law), commercial disputes, family issues, and others. We offer conciliation training to parties involved in conflicts to help solve specific problems.

Our organization, established in 2014, focuses on helping both young people and adults develop using non-formal education methods and instruments. We have realized local and international projects within the framework of Erasmus+, the Council of Europe, Trans-border projects between Bulgaria and Romania, Erasmus for Entrepreneurs, and Euromed.

Bosnia and Herzegovina – Fully Covered

Volunteers will share a flat or university dormitory in Ruse/Silistra when required with local people. The flat will have a bedroom and a living room. There is a kitchen with a dining area and kitchenware, including cooking appliances, a stove with an oven, a fridge, a kettle, and a toaster. The flat has a shared bathroom and a balcony. Heating, electricity, and Wi-Fi are provided.
Volunteers will receive food and pocket money according to the European Solidarity Corps funding rules, paid during the first week of the voluntary service per day. Alternatively, food may be provided by the organization.
A weekly amount will be provided (if necessary) for local public transport, or a bicycle will be provided for each volunteer.

How to apply?

Complete the BRAVO- APPLICATION FORM in English until 23:59 on deadline day.
Deadline for applying: 25.08.2024.
PARTICIPATION FEE: NO PARTICIPATION FEE
If you have any questions don’t hesitate to contact us at: office@bravo-bih.com