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Kolumbien: Seeds of Love (WECO2026-MTV4)

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12/01/2026 - 31/12/2026

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Alter: 18 - 40

Maximale Anzahl von Freiwilligen: 3

Immer noch Platz für: 2

Sprachen: Spanisch

Vegetarisches Essen: Ja

Nächster Flughafen: Medellin (EOH)

Anreise über: Terminal del Norte / Terminal del Sur - in Medellín

Wi-Fi: Ja

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Volunteers will plan and lead different activities for children and teenagers.

The work includes:

Organizing workshops and activities on education, culture, arts and sports.
Planning and leading lessons.
Spending time with children: playing, talking, and being a good role model.
Helping with content for social media, communication campaigns and fundraising.

The foundation is open to new ideas and suggestions.

Volunteers work 5 days a week (5–6 hours per day), depending on the activities.

Note: Activities may change depending on the foundation’s program, weather, or other factors.

Unterkunft und Verpflegung

Volunteers will stay at the foundation, so they will share spaces with the children. However, there is a separate room for volunteers. No transport is needed.

The accommodation is safe and comfortable, with shared rooms, bathrooms, a kitchen, and common areas. It includes Wi-Fi, cleaning and laundry.

The local foundation provides at least 3 meals a day. There is no vegetarian menu, but the volunteers can remove the protein from the daily menu or prepare their own food.

Lage und Freizeit

Medellín, 'the city of eternal spring', capital of the Antioquia department, has a pleasant climate of around 24°C; it offers modern transport systems like Metro and Metro Cable. Located in a valley surrounded by mountains, this city is always friendly to visitors.

From the mountains that surround the capital of Antioquia you can see how the Medellín River runs parallel to the Metro, which connects various parts of the city. There is an abundance of parks, libraries, museums and public spaces where many cultural events take place. There is a flower festival and in the surrounding villages life is simple with relaxing landscapes and nature reserves.

Places such as the Botanical Garden, the Pies Descalzos park, the Berrío park and the Lleras park are places that you cannot miss.
In addition, Medellín has Parque Explora, an interactive science and technology museum in which children and adults can learn and try a large number of activities. Nearby you find the Planetarium and the Parque de los Deseos.
For more information visit: https://colombia.travel/en/medellin

The free time activities are not included in the extra fee.

Wer organisiert das Projekt?

This program will be carried out in collaboration with a non-profit foundation in Medellín. Its main goal is to improve the quality of life of children and teenagers in vulnerable situations by ensuring their overall development and promoting their social, educational, and emotional inclusion.

The foundation works to create a safe environment full of opportunities, where children can overcome risks such as poverty, neglect or social exclusion.

The foundation currently supports around 50 children/teenagers and provides a home for around 20 children/teenagers.

Anreise zum Treffpunkt

Volunteers need to arrive directly at the foundation. The details will be provided in the infosheet.

Weitere Infos

This project is open only to female volunteers.
Extra fee: 650.000 COP/month = approx.150 EUR/month

The extra fee includes WeCollab admin fee and a local insurance during your program.

The extra fee for the whole duration must be paid 1 month prior to the project starting via bank transfer, debit/credit card or Paypal.

Minimum stay is 2 months and maximum 6 months.

Anforderungen

• The volunteer must have medical assistance insurance, which covers, among others, situations related to Covid-19.

• Language: Basic/intermediate Spanish.

• Criminal record.

• Interview with WeCollab and the local partner.

• After you apply, please fill out the following form: https://forms.gle/ruCp9WtsJYA7qWuo6

Island: SEEDS 010. Environment & Photography in Reykjavík (SEEDS 010.)

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25/02/2026 - 06/03/2026

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Alter: 18 - 99

Maximale Anzahl von Freiwilligen: 12

Immer noch Platz für: 6 Male + 6 Female

Sprachen: Englisch

Vegetarisches Essen: Ja

Nächster Flughafen: Reykjavik (KEF)

Anreise über: BSI Bus Station Reykjavik

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During this camp, participants can share their passion for (and learn more about) global & local environmental issues, as well as photography. If you are interested in topics such as climate change, waste management and sustainability, and you also love taking photos, then this project is for you!

While developing artistic and technical photography skills, you will be focusing on environmental and sustainability issues through non-formal activities such as workshops, discussions, presentations and visits facilitated by SEEDS. One of our aims is to help create more environmentally aware consumers & travellers!

You will visit local projects on environment and conservation. These may include hands-on activities or guided visits, such as outdoor cleanup tasks, a local fauna and/or flora exhibition or an Icelandic culture museum. Some of these activities are dependent on weather conditions, as on the availability of our partners.

You will also have time to put the theory about photography into practice while exploring the city. At the end of the camp, the best photographs from each participant are selected for an online exhibition on SEEDS' social media. Participants should bring their own digital cameras, lenses, tripods and laptops if possible.

Unterkunft und Verpflegung

SEEDS participants will stay in a house in Reykjavík. The facilities are basic with an equipped kitchen, dining and living room, bathrooms, showers and a washing machine. Participants sleep in shared rooms with up to 6 people so everyone is expected to behave considerately. Please bring your own towel.

Participants will receive food supplies and be in charge of the cooking and cleaning activities. Note the food SEEDS provides will be vegetarian. Do not forget to bring some traditional/typical food, drinks, recipes, music or games from your country for the intercultural evening. Be aware some items or ingredients may be expensive in Iceland and you will need to buy them yourselves or bring them from your country.

Lage und Freizeit

Reykjavík is a dynamic, modern city that lives in harmony with nature, using renewable energy sources. The world’s northernmost capital bridges the Atlantic, between Europe and North America. Reykjavík is spread across a peninsula with a panoramic view of the mountains and the Atlantic. It is an international city with a lively cosmopolitan cultural scene surrounded by beautiful nature.

Some excursions (e.g. to the Golden Circle, Hot River hike and/or South Shore) can be arranged at discount fares if there is free time after the camp workshops/sessions.

It may be very cold and/or rainy, so we recommend bringing warm and waterproof clothes (underlayers, overcoats, scarves, gloves and hats) and good walking shoes, as some of the activities take place outdoors.

Wer organisiert das Projekt?

SEEDS’ programme combines learning, sharing and hands-on activities. On top of that you get to know Iceland and its culture while having fun, exploring the city, its attractions and stunning nature, which you can experience in possible excursions. Participants should prepare to share environmental issues from their countries and be ready to spend time outdoors walking medium distances (up to 1,5 hours) during activities and sightseeing.

Note this project is a learning/sharing camp and not a standard workcamp. This project has a smaller volunteer work part and puts a bigger emphasis on the personal learning process than on the community impact.

SEEDS will organise a night photography and aurora hunting workshop in the city or in the vicinity of Reykjavík. Northern lights are a natural phenomenon depending on solar activity and meteorological conditions, so we cannot guarantee you will see northern lights, but the night photography workshop will be organised anyway.

Anreise zum Treffpunkt

The Meeting time will be at 18:00 (6:00 pm) on February 25 at SEEDS’ office at Grettisgata 3a Reykjavik. Participants that cannot arrive on time (later or delayed flights) will be sent information on how to reach the camp on their own.

Weitere Infos

English will be the language in the camp; intermediate conversational skills are needed.

Anforderungen

The fee can either be transferred in advance via bank transfer, or paid in cash on arrival. It includes transportation from the meeting point to the camp (on the first day) and the night photography workshop.

Nepal: PERMA LIFE NEPAL HOLI FESTIVAL i FESTIVAL OF COLOR (VINWC26-04)

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26/02/2026 - 10/03/2026

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Alter: 18 - 60

Maximale Anzahl von Freiwilligen: 14

Immer noch Platz für: 7 Male + 7 Female

Sprachen: Englisch

Vegetarisches Essen: Ja

Nächster Flughafen: Kathmandu (KTM)

Anreise über: Tribhuvan International Airport

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Part I: PERMA LIFE i Sustainable Food ProductionWhat is Permaculture?Permaculture is a sustainable farming approach that integrates agricultural ecosystems with natural processes. By applying 12 permaculture principles, we can restore the environment and empower communities for a resilient future.Why Nepal?Nepal s agricultural sector supports 80 of the population, contributing nearly 39 of the GDP. However, farmers face challenges from climate change, including drying water sources, new pests, shifting crop cycles, and unpredictable weather.At this camp, volunteers will work directly with local farmers trained by Volunteers Initiative Nepal (VIN) to address these challenges using sustainable practices.What you will do:-Farm Design: Plan and structure farms following permaculture principles.-Cultivate Crops: Engage in planting, weeding, irrigating, and harvesting.-Organic Composting: Assist in creating eco-friendly fertilizers.-Observe and Interact: Learn by doing and sharing knowledge with local farmers.Part II: Holi Festival i Festival of color (March Camp Only)What is Holi?Holi, known as the Festival of Colors, is one of Nepal s most vibrant celebrations. It marks the victory of good over evil, the arrival of spring, and gratitude for a good harvest.Highlights of the Holi Celebration:-Color and Joy: Throw colored powders and water as a gesture of goodwill and joy.-Music and Dance: Join the locals singing, dancing, and celebrating in open spaces.-Cultural Immersion: Learn the cultural and historical significance of this age-old festival.-Food and Fun: Share festive delicacies and forge meaningful connections.

Unterkunft und Verpflegung

The volunteers will stay with the host family/hostel identified by VIN. The living facilities are simple and basic. Male and female volunteers will share the same living area with separate rooms. The volunteers sleep on simple beds/mattresses. Please bring your sleeping bag.

Lage und Freizeit

Siddhicharan Municipality, Ward 2, Nisankhe-Nestled in Okhaldhunga district, about 250 km from Kathmandu.-Accessible via local jeep (8i10 hours).-Scenic hills, fertile farmland, and dense forests surround it.For more details about the region, visit www.ntchc.org.

Wer organisiert das Projekt?

Embark on a transformative journey in the serene Himalayan foothills of Nepal. Participate in hands-on permaculture farming, learn sustainable agricultural practices, and celebrate the vibrant Holi Festival (March camp only) with the local community.Whether passionate about environmental conservation, interested in cultural traditions, or simply looking to make a difference, this camp is your gateway to meaningful experiences and lasting impact.Why Join This Camp?-Support Sustainability: Contribute to sustainable farming practices using permaculture principles.-Celebrate Culture: Immerse yourself in the joy and colors of Nepal s iconic Holi Festival (March camp).-Hands-On Learning: Gain practical skills in eco-friendly farming and organic composting.-Explore Nature: Discover the beauty of Nepal s hilly landscapes and community life.-Make a Difference: Empower local farmers while fostering connections with people worldwide.

Anreise zum Treffpunkt

A VIN staff member will pick up volunteers from the airport. Please send your flight details in advance so we can provide a name card with the VIN logo. If you d like to explore earlier, you can take a pre-paid taxi or VIN can assist you. You can arrive at the VIN office on your first day.

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The fee for the Workcamp is 270 Euros (100Euros for transportation), payable upon arrival at the VIN Office.

Anforderungen

-Basic English should be spoken among the participants - Physically sound as per the project requirements.

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Nepal: YOUTH EMPOWERMENT and FESTIVAL OF COLOR CAMP. (VINWC26-03)

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26/02/2026 - 09/03/2026

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Alter: 18 - 60

Maximale Anzahl von Freiwilligen: 14

Immer noch Platz für: 7 Male + 7 Female

Sprachen: Englisch

Vegetarisches Essen: Ja

Nächster Flughafen: Kathmandu (KTM)

Anreise über: Tribhuvan International Airport

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As a volunteer, you will: -Lead interactive workshops on life skills, including public speaking, teamwork, and communication.-Help local youth improve their confidence and problem-solving abilities.-Participate in planning and celebrating the Holi Festival with the community.-Share cultural experiences and build connections with local and international participants.

Unterkunft und Verpflegung

The volunteers will stay with the host family/hostel identified by VIN. The living facilities are simple and basic. Male and female volunteers will share the same living area with separate rooms. The volunteers sleep on simple beds/mattresses. Please bring your sleeping bag.

Lage und Freizeit

This camp is held in Jitpurphedi, a peaceful village in the Tarakeshwor Municipality near Kathmandu. It is surrounded by lush hills, fields, and woods and offers a serene and beautiful setting for work and cultural immersion.

Wer organisiert das Projekt?

Why Join This Unique Camp?This Youth Empowerment and Festival of Colors Camp offers a life-changing opportunity to support Nepalese youth while experiencing the vibrant Holi Festival. You ll help young people develop skills to succeed and celebrate the joy of community and culture through one of Nepal s most colorful and exciting traditions.What Makes This Camp Special?Part 1: Youth EmpowermentIn Nepal, many young people struggle to find opportunities to grow personally and professionally. Even those with education often lack critical life skills like public speaking, teamwork, and decision-making. By participating in this camp, you ll help young people unlock their potential to become active and productive members of society.Through interactive sessions and training, you ll guide youth in areas like:-Leadership and teamwork skills.-Effective communication for personal and professional growth.-Entrepreneurship basics, helping them turn ideas into action.Part 2: Celebrate Holi i The Festival of ColoursImmerse yourself in Nepal s most joyous and colorful festivalHoli This ancient Hindu celebration marks the arrival of spring and the triumph of good over evil. People throw colored powder and water, sing, dance, and share food. You ll join the local community to:-Plan and prepare for Holi festivities.-Experience traditional Nepalese music, dance, and food.-Spread positive energy while enjoying the playful fight with colors.

Anreise zum Treffpunkt

A VIN staff member will pick up volunteers from the airport. Please send your flight details in advance so we can provide a name card with the VIN logo. If you d like to explore earlier, you can take a pre-paid taxi or VIN can assist you. You can arrive at the VIN office on your first day.

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The fee for the Workcamp is 270 Euros (30 Euros for transportation), payable upon arrival at the VIN Office.

Anforderungen

Anyone aged 18 who is:-Passionate about empowering youth.-Interested in cultural exchange and community building.-Ready to have fun while making a difference?

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Japan: Oi 8 (NICE-26V-0226A)

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26/02/2026 - 03/03/2026

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Alter: 18 - 99

Maximale Anzahl von Freiwilligen: 10

Immer noch Platz für: 4 Male + 5 Female

Sprachen: Englisch

Vegetarisches Essen: Ja

Zugang mit Behinderung: Ja

Nächster Flughafen: Osaka (KIX)

Anreise über: The nearest int'l airport is Kansai (Osaka). From Osaka to the meeting point in Tokushima, it takes 3 hours by highway bus. Volunteers are recommended to arrive at Japan by the day before the workcamp starts and leave Japan from the day after the end. Volunteers need to arrive at the meeting point at 15:00 on 1st day (then, take a local train to the campsite about 1h) and can leave project site around noon on the last day.

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Sudachi harvesting and planting sudachi seedlings
2) International cultural exchange activities with the few children in the community.
3) Cleaning vacant houses, moving furniture, trimming overgrown cedar and cypress branches in abandoned forests, and picking up plastic waste from rivers and seas.
4)Activities to support English signage at various locations for foreign pilgrims.

Unterkunft und Verpflegung

Home staying at local farmhouses. All meals will be cooked by volunteers by turns. Sleeping bag is NOT necessary.

Lage und Freizeit

Oi-cho, Anan city, Tokushima pref. Other activities - Visiting Kakurin-ji temple.

Wer organisiert das Projekt?

This project is actively working for SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) and SDGs 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), organized together with the local group since 2019. This village has been welcoming Ohenro (pilgrims) who visit 88 temples in Shikoku since long time ago. The pilgrims walk through this village before visiting Kakurin-ji temple; the 20th temple out of 88 temples of the Shikoku Ohenro Pilgrimage. However, there are problems which should be solved such as aging and depopulation of the community these days, and locals haven't been able to find solutions for those problems. On the other hand, since more and more people from overseas visit for the Shikoku Ohenro Pilgrimage locals are trying to find new ways for omotenashi (hospitality). Volunteers who have been working on the project have come up with ideas for the reuse of vacant and abandoned land. Local host Oi have finally decided that they can freely renovate and modify the vacant houses. Moreover, the site is in a good location, with mountains, a river and fields. It is up to the volunteers from now on to decide how to develop the project. The aim is for the volunteer members to clean up the abandoned houses and village landscape and transform it into a village that people will want to visit to take photos, as it used to be a village where people came and went since ancient times.

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Study theme - Finding ways for sustainability of a depopulated village, Pass down the osettai culture to the next generation, Helping senior citizens to host foreigners Participation fee - 9,000 JPY (50 EUR by the rate on 2025 Nov. 3rd) of NICE Volunteers fee need to be paid in advance either by Card or PayPal. This is used for the project preparation/ coordination such as the transportation of the staff/ camp leaders, visa invitation cost, publications, etc. while the meals and the accommodation are provided by the local host by free (so, your fee is not used for those things!). Other - Follow the Oi Workcamp Instagram(@ooi_workcamp) to see the volunteers’ daily activities.

Anforderungen

Positive attitude, a willingness to work hard and communicate with local people!

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Japan: Ikata (NICE-26S-0223C)

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01/03/2026 - 09/03/2026

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Alter: 18 - 30

Maximale Anzahl von Freiwilligen: 2

Immer noch Platz für: 2

Sprachen: Englisch

Vegetarisches Essen: Ja

Zugang mit Behinderung: Ja

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Volunteers will help mandarin farming (Mainly harvesting oranges) and interact with locals.

Unterkunft und Verpflegung

Share room (male and female are separated) at the volunteer’s house. It is traditional Japanese style house. Volunteers cook by themselves.

Lage und Freizeit

In the edge of Sata Peninsula, surrounded by the sea, so fishing is also famous. There are only 30 houses in this community. The climate is relatively warm though it can be cold in winter. Other activities - Joining the local events, many opportunities to learn the local wisdom, etc. Sightseeing, short trip (hot springs, famous places here).

Wer organisiert das Projekt?

This project is actively working for SDG2 (Zero Hunger) and SDGS15 (Life on Land), organized together with Kikuya Community Group (KCG), formed by the local young people to think of the future of their small village, since 2008. Ikata is famous for its main industry of mandarins farming, but has been facing depopulation, lack of workers and aging society since most of young people leave the town. So, the number of abandoned mandarin farms is increasing and the town is losing its tradition, life, custom and scenery. KCG strongly hopes to host vols. to work together to revitalize the town and farms.

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Study theme - Volunteers have opportunities learning organic mandarin farming. Participation fee - 18,000 JPY (100 EUR by the rate on 2025 Nov. 3rd) of NICE Volunteers fee need to be paid in advance either by Card or PayPal. This is used for the project preparation/ coordination such as the transportation of the staff/ camp leaders, visa invitation cost, publications, etc. while the meals and the accommodation are provided by the local host by free (so, your fee is not used for those things!). Other - None

Anforderungen

High motivation to learn/ speak basic Japanese and to work hard. Respect for the local cultures and way of the local organization. Interests in agriculture. Be ready that work is for quite a long and hard.High motivation to learn/ speak basic Japanese and to work hard. Respect for the local cultures and way of the local organization. Interests in agriculture. Be ready that work is for quite a long and hard.

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Malaysia: Golden Age 5 (NICE-26Y-0301A)

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01/03/2026 - 07/03/2026

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Alter: 18 - 99

Maximale Anzahl von Freiwilligen: 4

Immer noch Platz für: 2

Sprachen: Englisch

Vegetarisches Essen: Ja

Zugang mit Behinderung: Ja

Nächster Flughafen: Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Anreise über: Kuala Lumpur - Volunteers will meet at the nearest train station and need to arrive at the airport by 14:00 on the first day and can leave the airport after 11:00 on the last day.

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Volunteers will help in arranging extra activities for the senior citizens, such as art, craft, painting, gardening, storytelling, music and movement activities. Other than that, volunteers could help the nursing care helpers to cook and take part in daily cleaning routines. Some of the days, bring the senior citizens for an evening walk if weather permits. Otherwise lots of, indoor activities could be conduct.

Unterkunft und Verpflegung

Home stay in the house of MOVE President (Siva san) or if the room is available, a room of Golden Age. Male and female will be mixed. The breakfast will be bought at the food stalls, very near to the house (walking distance). The dinner too (or they can also cook at home by themselves if they prefer). Lunch will be provided at Home. Workcampers will be able to try various of local food. Sleeping bag is necessary. They need to keep a good manner not to disturb the family life.

Lage und Freizeit

The home is located in Jalan Ipoh, Kuala Lumpur. https://goo.gl/maps/84vfEaSMEaBL2b4x8 Other activities - Visit around Kuala Lumpur city. Wednesday afternoon will be free. The volunteers joining more than 1 unit (week) can have free days in the weekend.

Wer organisiert das Projekt?

This project is actively working for SDGs 10 (Reduced Inequalities), organized together with Malaysian Organization of Volunteer Exchange (MOVE) since 2019 in this place. MOVE is a workcamp NGO founded in 2006. Bernice Home was found by a lady by the name of Bernice. She started this home for senior citizens who need quality home care services to seniors with limited mobility or dementia and hence social interaction. She started this home in 2000 and the second home in 2018. The founder belief “life shouldn’t end when you are old, it should be full of happy memories regardless of the age. The founder wants to keep the seniors active and engaged through physical, mental and social activities, all in the comfort of their home.The workcamp was revived in 2023 and in 2024-15, 13 international volunteers did great work!

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Study theme - Situation of elderly home in each country. Local SDGs (2030 goals) of Bernice Home Participation fee - 750 MYR (155 EUR by the rate on 2025 Nov. 3rd). If vols. join more than 1 unit (week), 450 MYR+ 50 MYR x Days meaning 1,100 MYR (227 EUR) for 2 units, 1,450 MYR (300 EUR) for 3 units, etc. 10% discount for the repeaters of MOVE workcamps or those from less expensive countries. Transportation cost for the work is not included. For the vols. joining more than one unit, the accommodation in the Saturday night and the meals from Saturday lunch to Sunday lunch are included unless they stay/ eat outside. Other - There are 8 units of one week workcamp in 2026 Feb.-Mar. (2/1-7, 2/8-14, 2/15-21, 2/22-28, 3/1-7, 3/8-14, 3/15-21 and 3/22-28) and 2026 Aug.-Sep. (8/2-8, 8/9-15, 8/16-22, 8/23-29, 8/30-9/5, 9/6-12. 9/13-19 and 9/20-26), so you are welcomed to join one up to 8 units!

Anforderungen

Bring along your expertise, such as singing, dancing, arts and craft and most important your caring heart to engage with these old people.

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Malaysia: YCK 3 (NICE-26Y-0301E)

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01/03/2026 - 14/03/2026

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Alter: 18 - 99

Maximale Anzahl von Freiwilligen: 11

Immer noch Platz für: 2 Male + 3 Female

Sprachen: Englisch

Vegetarisches Essen: Ja

Zugang mit Behinderung: Ja

Nächster Flughafen: Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Anreise über: Kuala Lumpur - Volunteers will meet at KL Sentral at 16:00 and need to arrive at the airport (KUL) by 14:00 on the first day and can leave the airport after 11:00 on the last day.

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Volunteers will be spilt into some small groups and assist the teachers for their classes of smaller children in the morning. In the afternoon, they can play and organize cultural activities with the children in the big room all together (e.g., dancing, games). Or sometimes, joined the workshops (music, sports, etc.) organized for the children by other volunteer group. Volunteers may sometimes have occasions to have no activities (e.g., national holidays), but alternative work such as supporting homeless people may be organized.

Unterkunft und Verpflegung

Volunteers will stay in 2-3 rooms of the school (female and male are separated) and have simple breakfast to be provided by MOVE, school lunch and dinner in the outside restaurant. Sleeping bag is necessary (mat is also recommended since the floor is hard). No AC and simple condition, but safe water is provided and local style bath/ fridge are available.

Lage und Freizeit

The school is located in Chow Kit, Kuala Lumpur (with the guard man for 24 hours!). Other activities - Sightseeing around Kuala Lumpur city (café, night market, China town, shopping malls, etc.) in the evenings (but need to come back by 21:00!), optional trip in the weekend to be organized and financed by the volunteers themselves.

Wer organisiert das Projekt?

This project is actively working for SDG 4 (Quality Education) and SDGs 10 (Reduced Inequalities), organized together with Malaysian Organization of Volunteer Exchange (MOVE) since 2018 in this place. MOVE is a workcamp NGO founded in 2006. Yayasan Chow Kit (YCK) was founded in 2011 to run the school providing education, cultural workshops, leisure activities and lunch to the children aged 6-18 who are not allowed to go to public schools due to the lack of citizenship. Many of them are refugees or immigrants from Myanmar, Indonesia, etc. while others have different backgrounds in their families such as poverty, drug addiction, child abuse, prostitution, etc. YCK operate in partnership with Ministry of Women and Child Welfare and got new rooms on the 3rd to 5th floors of the big building in 2025. The workcamps have been successful and in 2025, 59 vols. from Japan, Italy, Hong Kong and Spain joined 6 workcamps with creating great impact! You may wonder if the volunteering for short term can be useful for their education and even worry if they feel too sad and tired to repeat hi and bye. But children have got greatly motivated to study by having international big sisters/ brothers as one of their role models and felt happiness and encouragement by having reliable adult friends since they had been terribly neglected by the society.

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Study theme - Refugees and other disadvantaged children in each country. Local SDGs (2030 goals) of YCK Participation fee - 1,100 MYR (227 EUR by the rate on 2025 Nov. 3rd) for 14 days, 850 MYR (176 EUR) for 9 days including the weekend and 750 MYR (155 EUR) to be paid on your arrivals. 10% less for repeaters of MOVE workcamps or those from less expensive countries. Other - The local campleader will be a lady who was a student of YCK before! There might be also a co-leader from Japan. 1st week vols. (Mar. 01-07) can extend their stay till Mar. 09 and 2nd week vols. (Mar. 08-14) can start their stay from Mar. 06 if they want to join free days activities in the weekend. The Local SDGs made by the project leader (in Japanese, but you can see the pictures!) https://www.nice1.gr.jp/files/user/reports/YckAyaka2023.pdf

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Very high motivation and responsibility to work with the disadvantaged kids and to respect local culture/ way. Adaptable to the simple conditions such as hot climate without using AC in the night and sleeping on the hard floor. Good manner to keep the places clean and proper, sensitive behaviors especially to the children (the guidance will be done by YCK).

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Malaysia: YCK 3B (NICE-26Y-0301F)

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Alter: 18 - 99

Maximale Anzahl von Freiwilligen: 11

Immer noch Platz für: 2 Male + 3 Female

Sprachen: Englisch

Vegetarisches Essen: Ja

Zugang mit Behinderung: Ja

Nächster Flughafen: Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Anreise über: Kuala Lumpur - Volunteers will meet at KL Sentral at 16:00 and need to arrive at the airport (KUL) by 14:00 on the first day and can leave the airport after 11:00 on the last day.

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Volunteers will be spilt into some small groups and assist the teachers for their classes of smaller children in the morning. In the afternoon, they can play and organize cultural activities with the children in the big room all together (e.g., dancing, games). Or sometimes, joined the workshops (music, sports, etc.) organized for the children by other volunteer group. Volunteers may sometimes have occasions to have no activities (e.g., national holidays), but alternative work such as supporting homeless people may be organized.

Unterkunft und Verpflegung

Volunteers will stay in 2-3 rooms of the school (female and male are separated) and have simple breakfast to be provided by MOVE, school lunch and dinner in the outside restaurant. Sleeping bag is necessary (mat is also recommended since the floor is hard). No AC and simple condition, but safe water is provided and local style bath/ fridge are available.

Lage und Freizeit

The school is located in Chow Kit, Kuala Lumpur (with the guard man for 24 hours!). Other activities - Sightseeing around Kuala Lumpur city (café, night market, China town, shopping malls, etc.) in the evenings (but need to come back by 21:00!), optional trip in the weekend to be organized and financed by the volunteers themselves.

Wer organisiert das Projekt?

This project is actively working for SDG 4 (Quality Education) and SDGs 10 (Reduced Inequalities), organized together with Malaysian Organization of Volunteer Exchange (MOVE) since 2018 in this place. MOVE is a workcamp NGO founded in 2006. Yayasan Chow Kit (YCK) was founded in 2011 to run the school providing education, cultural workshops, leisure activities and lunch to the children aged 6-18 who are not allowed to go to public schools due to the lack of citizenship. Many of them are refugees or immigrants from Myanmar, Indonesia, etc. while others have different backgrounds in their families such as poverty, drug addiction, child abuse, prostitution, etc. YCK operate in partnership with Ministry of Women and Child Welfare and got new rooms on the 3rd to 5th floors of the big building in 2025. The workcamps have been successful and in 2025, 59 vols. from Japan, Italy, Hong Kong and Spain joined 6 workcamps with creating great impact! You may wonder if the volunteering for short term can be useful for their education and even worry if they feel too sad and tired to repeat hi and bye. But children have got greatly motivated to study by having international big sisters/ brothers as one of their role models and felt happiness and encouragement by having reliable adult friends since they had been terribly neglected by the society.

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Study theme - Refugees and other disadvantaged children in each country. Local SDGs (2030 goals) of YCK Participation fee - 1,100 MYR (227 EUR by the rate on 2025 Nov. 3rd) for 14 days, 850 MYR (176 EUR) for 9 days including the weekend and 750 MYR (155 EUR) to be paid on your arrivals. 10% less for repeaters of MOVE workcamps or those from less expensive countries. Other - The local campleader will be a lady who was a student of YCK before! There might be also a co-leader from Japan. 1st week vols. (Mar. 01-07) can extend their stay till Mar. 09 and 2nd week vols. (Mar. 08-14) can start their stay from Mar. 06 if they want to join free days activities in the weekend. The Local SDGs made by the project leader (in Japanese, but you can see the pictures!) https://www.nice1.gr.jp/files/user/reports/YckAyaka2023.pdf

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Very high motivation and responsibility to work with the disadvantaged kids and to respect local culture/ way. Adaptable to the simple conditions such as hot climate without using AC in the night and sleeping on the hard floor. Good manner to keep the places clean and proper, sensitive behaviors especially to the children (the guidance will be done by YCK).

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Estland: WINTER KIIDI (EST GR 01)

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02/03/2026 - 09/03/2026

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Alter: 18 - 88

Maximale Anzahl von Freiwilligen: 14

Immer noch Platz für: 3 Male + 2 Female

Sprachen: Englisch

Vegetarisches Essen: Ja

Nächster Flughafen: Tallinn (TLL)

Anreise über: Voru

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The voluntary working program is diverse. It includes building wooden fence, cleaning hiking, cross-country skiing and snowboarding trails from brushwood, repainting hiking route signs, making firewood (cut woods, pile firewood in ricks), preparing material for rug weaving, cleaning sheep wool for crafts and possibly making woolen carpets.There might be also some light maintaining work in the houses. The highlight of the project is preparation work and assisting in running Haanja ski marathon, which is an annual event, attracting a lot of people from all over Estonia.Depending on weather conditions work will be indoors or outdoors. The work will be around 4-6 hours a day, the rest of the time will be spend to get acquainted with the area, its natural and historical sites as well as with local people. Local people will join the camp for work and leisure. Type of work and its schedule may change due on weather conditions and actual needs of the hosting project. A typical day looks like follows: 9.00 - breakfast 10.00 - work 13.00 - lunch 14.00 - work 16.00 i trips in the area, visits, meetings 19.00 - dinner 20.00 i sauna or evening trips in the area

Unterkunft und Verpflegung

At Kiidi Farm you will share 2-4-bedded rooms. Sleeping bag is NOT needed. WC, shower, hot water, sauna are available. Hosts will prepare meals themselves, however, participants will be asked to help out in the kitchen.

Lage und Freizeit

Kiidi Farm is situated 15 km south of Voru, capital of the County, which has a population of 17 000 people and lies about 250 km south-east of Tallinn, very close to the Latvian border. The closest village to Kiidi Farm is Rouge (3km) with a population of less than 1000 people. More information about Estonia www.visitestonia.com; South-Estonia www.visitvoru.ee, www.werro.ee Study theme and cultural/ social activities In addition to manual work there will be many learning opportunities. In this camp you will have a chance to learn about Estonian traditions, culture and handicrafts. There will be a possibility of studying some local handicrafts techniques (wood, wool,) and try to make your own. Among activities i planned and optional - there are: - Meeting with Rouge Youth Club http://noorteklubi.ee/ - Visiting Rouge school http://www.rouge.edu.ee/ - Visiting local community and town of Voru http://www.voru.ee/index.php?Menu=228Lang=rus - Visiting local sights (Suur Munamagi i highest point of the Baltics) http://www.suurmunamagi.ee/ - Vastseliina castle ruins http://www.vastseliina.ee/linnus/index.php?lang=et - Visiting most spectacular natural sites of the area http://www.visitestonia.com/en/hiking-trail-in-the-rouge-primeval-valley?site_preference=normal ; http://www.visitestonia.com/en/piusa-river-ancient-valley-landscape-reserve?site_preference=normalsite_preference=normal ; http://www.visitestonia.com/en/hinni-canyon?site_preference=normalsite_preference=normal - Trip to Setomaa http://www.setomaa.ee/ru ; http://www.visitsetomaa.ee/ru - Learning local folk danses https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5BKoS9CfQPAlist=PLmy1EWSYllYn1LB8-Pwq5u2TqQKnJgJiVindex=1 - Short trip to town Aluksne http://www.aluksne.lv/rus03_01.php which is across Latvian border

Wer organisiert das Projekt?

The charm of Haanja Uplands in South Estonia lies in its lovely hilly landscape, winding roads and numerous lakes. Most of its ancient villages, peculiar dialect, handicrafts and customs have been preserved until today. The whole area, called Vorumaa, is an area of outstanding beauty. It is famous for its diverse and very well preserved nature. Untouched forests with rich wildlife, deep valleys and picturesque hills, 170 small lakes with extremely clean water, streams and fast rivers with sand caves in their steep banks - you can find everything there. With the support of the state and local authorities the eco- and farm sustainable tourism has been developed in this area. Besides promoting the environmental tourism, this initiative supports rural development which is very important issue for Estonia. Association of Farm Tourism launched several projects and Kiidi Farm, where the camp takes place, is one of them. This is one of the oldest EstYES local partners, who had hosted more than 40 camps and group projects with EstYES for the last 25 years. More information on Kiidi Farm is on site www.kiidi.ee

Anreise zum Treffpunkt

Terminal: Airport, harbour, bus or train station in Tallinn; public bus to Voru; minivan transfer to Kiidi Farm. You have to arrive at Tallinn airport by 18:00 on 2nd of March at latest. The meeting point on 2nd of March is either at 18:15 by the Infodesk at Tallinn bus station (Bussijaam, Lastekodu str 46) or at 18:30 at the Airport exit gallery which leads to the airport bus stop. This is to ensure that all participants will take the same bus leaving from Tallinn bus station at 18:30 and from the airport at 18:35, arriving at Voru at 22:05. In Voru the host will pick you up by minivan and take to Kiidi Farm. If you take the bus from the airport please buy your ticket in advance here www.tpilet.ee or at www.luxexpress.ee In this case bus driver knows about passengers waiting for the bus in the airport. Please note ticket price reduction of 26 for young people under 26. Do not forget to indicate this when buying your ticket. On the departure day 9th of March you can take a bus leaving Voru at 7:15 arriving at the airport at 10:50.NB The bus schedule will be specified in February.

Anforderungen

No other special requirements, except your motivation, openness, flexibility and positive attitude and 128522; What to bring Please take appropriate clothes for work and hiking - warm and waterproof outdoor clothes (jacket) and shoes, warm sweaters, woolen socks, winter hats, working clothes and gloves. It is advisable to have some extra clothes to change in case those you wore got wet. Do not forget towel, toiletries, medicine and your personal things. It is advisable to have International Student card ISIC if possible to get reduction on local transport, museums, etc. You have to bring own insurance against illness and accidents. And do not forget your positive attitude and good mood Participation fee For the lack of financial support for the project the participation fee of 290 Euro is requested from volunteers to cover the costs of board, lodging, leisure activities and administration. This fee has to be paid by bank transfer before the beginning of the camp. If you cannot make bank transfer please contact your sending organization for other solution.

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Indien: Holi Mela-Festival of Colors (RC-03/26)

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02/03/2026 - 11/03/2026

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Alter: 18 - 80

Maximale Anzahl von Freiwilligen: 10

Immer noch Platz für: 5 Male + 5 Female

Sprachen: Englisch

Vegetarisches Essen: Ja

Zugang mit Behinderung: Ja

Nächster Flughafen: Delhi (DEL)

Anreise über: Kalka

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The Holi festival celebrates the onset of spring and renewal. Coming forth with the full flush of life, the invigorating air of Holi festivities spreads into the lives of people throughout the year.

Being a festival camp, the major focus of this camp is on leisure and enjoy festivities. However, with an initial orientation on festivals, you will get chance to participate in our ongoing humanitarian actions like Non formal education, women empowerment initiatives, environment conservation, waste upcycling, organic farming etc and have an interaction with local communities to encourage cross cultural exchanges and provide a deeper insight of our culture. The major festival will be attended to on 14th March when you will play with colors.

Unterkunft und Verpflegung

Volunteers will stay at RUCHI campus on twin/triple sharing basis. Bed and beddings are provided. Simple basic amenities will be available; bringing personal sleeping bag is desirable. Asian squat type toilet & English WC with hot and cold showers are available. Our cook will serve authentic Indian vegetarian meals.

Lage und Freizeit

The project site is Ruchi campus and the nearby Bandh village (1 km) in Solan district. It is 30 km from Kalka and 70 km from Chandigarh. The village is small with 40 odd families.

Self organized city tours and excursions. Old Sikh and Hindu temples in the near vicinity can be visited. Nearby Kasauli town is another hill station as a tourist attraction. A visit to Shimla will offer an opportunity to see high Himalayan Mountains.

Wer organisiert das Projekt?

RUCHI is a not for profit organisation committed to sustainable development since 1983

Anreise zum Treffpunkt

Exit Gate of Kalka railway station

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One of the major festivals of India, Holi is celebrated with enthusiasm and gaiety on the full moon day in the month of Phalgun which is the month of March as per the Gregorian calendar. Holi is also called the Spring Festival - as it marks the arrival of spring the season of hope and joy. Entire country wears a festive look when it is time for Holi celebration. This year, main Holi festival (playing with colours) falls on 4thMarch, though celebrations in different forms start 4 days before the main festival. Market places get abuzz with activity as frenzied shoppers start making preparations for the festival. Heaps of various hues of colors can be seen on the roadside days before the festival. Womenfolk cook loads of sweet dishes for the family and also for the relatives.

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Interest in others culture and festivities, accommodative and with full physical mobility

Japan: Shiiba (NICE-26S-0303A)

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03/03/2026 - 09/03/2026

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Alter: 18 - 99

Maximale Anzahl von Freiwilligen: 2

Immer noch Platz für: 2

Sprachen: Englisch

Vegetarisches Essen: Ja

Zugang mit Behinderung: Ja

Nächster Flughafen: Miyazaki (KMI)

Anreise über: The nearest international airport is Fukuoka Airport (FUK), and Miyazaki airport (KMI) is the nearest domestic airport. Volunteers can also come to Miyazaki via airports in Tokyo or Osaka. Volunteers need arrive in Miyazaki the day before the workcamp begins.

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Cutting bamboo forest, weeding work trails for the village etc.
2. Remove a collapsed shed and make the site ready for future use.
3. Remove items from the shed, sort them and cleaning the shed.
Work content may change depending on the weather, so a flexible attitude is important!

Unterkunft und Verpflegung

Volunteers will sleep in the traditional renovated shared house. Meals will be cooked by volunteers by turns. Sleeping bag is not necessary.

Lage und Freizeit

Shiiba village is located in the central Kyushu mountains, northwest of Miyazaki Prefecture. The population is 2,300, and about 96% of the land area is covered with forests. Other activities - Exchange party with villagers

Wer organisiert das Projekt?

This project is actively working for SDG 11 (sustainable cities and communities) and SDGs 15 (Life on land), organized together with a local organization ''Takumashii Mirai. They live in Shiiba village, is faces serious aging society and depopulation, but it has very beautiful scenery, traditional agriculture, and traditional culture and is one of the Japan's Three Hidden Villages. They are trying restoring a campsite and renovating an old house into a share house to promote the “Self-Sufficiency 2.0” lifestyle project it is people create their own lives. They also try to create an free space in the shared house where villagers, new residents and visitors can interact with each other. They need volunteer power and ideas!
*Outcome of this project: First held in March 2025. 8 volunteers participated, helping to restore forest trails damaged by a typhoon at the campsite, chopping firewood, and interacting with villagers.

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Study theme - Volunteers will get knowledge of history and traditional culture of Shiiba village. Finding ways for sustainability of a depopulated village. Participation fee - 18,000 JPY (100 EUR by the rate on 2025 Nov. 3rd) of NICE Volunteers fee need to be paid in advance either by Card or PayPal. This is used for the project preparation/ coordination such as the transportation of the staff/ camp leaders, visa invitation cost, publications, etc. while the meals and the accommodation are provided by the local host by free (so, your fee is not used for those things!). Other - Follow (@share_kawanokuchi) on Instagram to see the activities of the local host.

Anforderungen

Interest in Japanese culture and community development. Respect for local culture. High motivation to work hard with others and adaptability to simple life in the isolated area.

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Japan: Oi 9 (NICE-26V-0305A)

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05/03/2026 - 10/03/2026

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Alter: 18 - 99

Maximale Anzahl von Freiwilligen: 10

Immer noch Platz für: 5 Male + 5 Female

Sprachen: Englisch

Vegetarisches Essen: Ja

Zugang mit Behinderung: Ja

Nächster Flughafen: Osaka (KIX)

Anreise über: The nearest int'l airport is Kansai (Osaka). From Osaka to the meeting point in Tokushima, it takes 3 hours by highway bus. Volunteers are recommended to arrive at Japan by the day before the workcamp starts and leave Japan from the day after the end. Volunteers need to arrive at the meeting point at 15:00 on 1st day (then, take a local train to the campsite about 1h) and can leave project site around noon on the last day.

Arbeit

Sudachi harvesting and planting sudachi seedlings
2) International cultural exchange activities with the few children in the community.
3) Cleaning vacant houses, moving furniture, trimming overgrown cedar and cypress branches in abandoned forests, and picking up plastic waste from rivers and seas.
4)Activities to support English signage at various locations for foreign pilgrims.

Unterkunft und Verpflegung

Home staying at local farmhouses. All meals will be cooked by volunteers by turns. Sleeping bag is NOT necessary.

Lage und Freizeit

Oi-cho, Anan city, Tokushima pref. Other activities - Visiting Kakurin-ji temple.

Wer organisiert das Projekt?

This project is actively working for SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) and SDGs 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), organized together with the local group since 2019. This village has been welcoming Ohenro (pilgrims) who visit 88 temples in Shikoku since long time ago. The pilgrims walk through this village before visiting Kakurin-ji temple; the 20th temple out of 88 temples of the Shikoku Ohenro Pilgrimage. However, there are problems which should be solved such as aging and depopulation of the community these days, and locals haven't been able to find solutions for those problems. On the other hand, since more and more people from overseas visit for the Shikoku Ohenro Pilgrimage locals are trying to find new ways for omotenashi (hospitality). Volunteers who have been working on the project have come up with ideas for the reuse of vacant and abandoned land. Local host Oi have finally decided that they can freely renovate and modify the vacant houses. Moreover, the site is in a good location, with mountains, a river and fields. It is up to the volunteers from now on to decide how to develop the project. The aim is for the volunteer members to clean up the abandoned houses and village landscape and transform it into a village that people will want to visit to take photos, as it used to be a village where people came and went since ancient times.

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Study theme - Finding ways for sustainability of a depopulated village, Pass down the osettai culture to the next generation, Helping senior citizens to host foreigners Participation fee - 9,000 JPY (50 EUR by the rate on 2025 Nov. 3rd) of NICE Volunteers fee need to be paid in advance either by Card or PayPal. This is used for the project preparation/ coordination such as the transportation of the staff/ camp leaders, visa invitation cost, publications, etc. while the meals and the accommodation are provided by the local host by free (so, your fee is not used for those things!). Other - Follow the Oi Workcamp Instagram(@ooi_workcamp) to see the volunteers’ daily activities.

Anforderungen

Positive attitude, a willingness to work hard and communicate with local people!

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Japan: Ozuchi 2 (NICE-26S-0306A)

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06/03/2026 - 12/03/2026

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Alter: 16 - 99

Maximale Anzahl von Freiwilligen: 3

Immer noch Platz für: 2

Sprachen: Englisch

Vegetarisches Essen: Ja

Zugang mit Behinderung: Ja

Nächster Flughafen: Osaka (KIX)

Anreise über: The nearest airport is Komatsu for domestic and Osaka (KIX), Nagoya (NGO) or Tokyo (HND/ NRT) for international flights. It takes 4 hours by express train from Osaka or Nagoya and 5 hours by express train/ 8 hours by highway night bus from Tokyo. Vols. need to arrive at Japan by the end of Mar. 6 .On last day, you can leave campsite around noon.

Arbeit

Main work is farming, forest road maintenance and clean up the traditional renovated house. And also discuss and plan events to promote the attractions of this village! We possibly also support agriculture and do some other work for the community. Work may be changed due to weather and snow conditions, so flexible attitude is necessary.

Unterkunft und Verpflegung

Renovated house (traditional house!). Simple shower room. Clean toilet. Winter Sleeping bag is needed! Cooked by volunteers. Wi-Fi and internet are fine. There is a cat.

Lage und Freizeit

The southwest part of Ishikawa prefecture. Ozuchi village is far from 30 minute from Kaga-onsen station. And surrounded by mountains, you can enjoy rich nature. Other activities - Enjoy Japanese hot spring, enjoy drum baths under the stars.

Wer organisiert das Projekt?

This project is actively working for SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) and SDGs 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), organized together with Shizentaiken Ozuchi Mura (SOM) since 2013. There were 140 inhabitants with 20 houses in 1916, but This village had become abandoned and one of the former villagers (Founder of SOM) was maintaining the terraced rice fields alone from his home in the town. 10 houses are still remained and the area was designated as Nation's Preservation District for Groups of Historic Buildings. SOM tries to improve this situation by young voluntary power.
*Outcome of this project: Vols. have been greatly contributing to maintain the fields and the forest path, to organize the culture exchange events for local children and to exchange ideas for improvement regional development. But such workcamps working together, the founder of SOM has got so empowered that he started living there again with his old mother since 2018! Please see the presentation made by the volunteer for the IVS contest in Japan; https://www.slideshare.net/nice-workcamp/2017e2 (only Japanese for the moment, but you can at least enjoy the pictures!)

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Study theme - Best practice to revive depopulated areas in each country and their networking Participation fee - 18,000 JPY (100 EUR by the rate on 2025 Nov. 3rd) of NICE Volunteers fee need to be paid in advance either by Card or PayPal. This is used for the project preparation/ coordination such as the transportation of the staff/ camp leaders, visa invitation cost, publications, etc. while the meals and the accommodation are provided by the local host by free (so, your fee is not used for those things!). Other - Follow (@ozuchi_village) on Instagram to see the activities of the local host.

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High motivation to work hard, simple life in the isolated mountain area and respect to the local culture.

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Island: SEEDS 012. Environment March & Photography Reykjavík (SEEDS 012.)

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07/03/2026 - 16/03/2026

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Maximale Anzahl von Freiwilligen: 12

Immer noch Platz für: 6 Male + 6 Female

Sprachen: Englisch

Vegetarisches Essen: Ja

Nächster Flughafen: Reykjavik (KEF)

Anreise über: BSI Bus Station Reykjavik

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During this camp, participants can share their passion for (and learn more about) global & local environmental issues, as well as photography. If you are interested in topics such as climate change, waste management and sustainability, and you also love taking photos, then this project is for you!

While developing artistic and technical photography skills, you will be focusing on environmental and sustainability issues through non-formal activities such as workshops, discussions, presentations and visits facilitated by SEEDS. One of our aims is to help create more environmentally aware consumers & travellers!

You will visit local projects on environment and conservation. These may include hands-on activities or guided visits, such as outdoor cleanup tasks, a local fauna and/or flora exhibition or an Icelandic culture museum. Some of these activities are dependent on weather conditions, as on the availability of our partners.

You will also have time to put the theory about photography into practice while exploring the city. At the end of the camp, the best photographs from each participant are selected for an online exhibition on SEEDS' social media. Participants should bring their own digital cameras, lenses, tripods and laptops if possible.

Unterkunft und Verpflegung

SEEDS participants will stay in a house in Reykjavík. The facilities are basic with an equipped kitchen, dining and living room, bathrooms, showers and a washing machine. Participants sleep in shared rooms with up to 6 people so everyone is expected to behave considerately. Please bring your own towel.

Participants will receive food supplies and be in charge of the cooking and cleaning activities. Note the food SEEDS provides will be vegetarian. Do not forget to bring some traditional/typical food, drinks, recipes, music or games from your country for the intercultural evening. Be aware some items or ingredients may be expensive in Iceland and you will need to buy them yourselves or bring them from your country.

Lage und Freizeit

Reykjavík is a dynamic, modern city that lives in harmony with nature, using renewable energy sources. The world’s northernmost capital bridges the Atlantic, between Europe and North America. Reykjavík is spread across a peninsula with a panoramic view of the mountains and the Atlantic. It is an international city with a lively cosmopolitan cultural scene surrounded by beautiful nature.

It may be very cold and/or rainy, so we recommend bringing warm and waterproof clothes (underlayers, overcoats, scarves, gloves and hats) and good walking shoes, as some of the activities take place outdoors.

Some excursions (e.g. to the Golden Circle, Hot River hike and/or South Shore) can be arranged at discount fares if there is free time after the camp workshops/sessions.

SEEDS will organise a night photography and aurora hunting workshop in the city or in the vicinity of Reykjavík. Northern lights are a natural phenomenon depending on solar activity and meteorological conditions, so we cannot guarantee you will see northern lights, but the night photography workshop will be organised anyway.

Wer organisiert das Projekt?

SEEDS’ programme combines learning, sharing and hands-on activities. On top of that you get to know Iceland and its culture while having fun, exploring the city, its attractions and stunning nature, which you can experience in possible excursions. Participants should prepare to share environmental issues from their countries and be ready to spend time outdoors walking medium distances (up to 1,5 hours) during activities and sightseeing.

Note this project is a learning/sharing camp and not a standard workcamp. This project has a smaller volunteer work part and puts a bigger emphasis on the personal learning process than on the community impact.

Anreise zum Treffpunkt

The meeting time will be at 18:00 (6:00 pm) on March 7 at SEEDS’ office in Reykjavík. Participants that cannot arrive on time (later or delayed flights) will be sent information on how to reach the camp on their own.

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English will be the language in the camp; intermediate conversational skills are needed.

Anforderungen

Participation fee EUR 450 (Euros). The fee can either be transferred in advance via bank transfer, or paid in cash on arrival. It includes transportation from the meeting point to the camp (on the first day) and the night photography workshop.

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