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Italien Italien: ORANGE GROVE ON CONFISCATED LAND 3 (IG26-W011)

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07/09/2026   -   21/09/2026

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Kolumbien Mexiko Deutschland

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EUR 150
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Alter
18 - 35
Maximale Anzahl von Freiwilligen
7
Immer noch Platz für
3 Male + 0 Female
Sprachen
Englisch
Nächster Flughafen
Palermo (PMO)
Anreise über
Castelvetrano
Karte

Arbeit

Volunteers will support the members of the cooperative in the maintenance of the organic vegetable garden, in particular in the cultivation, sowing and harvesting, in the setting up of the fruit and vegetable shop. Some renovation work can be organised according to the needs of the place. The work is mainly manual and is only organised in the mornings due to the high temperatures (between 7:00 - 12:00). Afternoons are free and volunteers can explore the surrounding area or take public transport to the beach. Depending on the interest of the volunteers, it is possible to organise workshops to decorate the interior of the house. At the end of the workcamp, there could be a cooking workshop with the volunteers of the cooperative and the young migrants hosted by the cooperative. Study part: Members of the cooperative will share their stories and experiences of managing property confiscated from organised crime and their knowledge of organic farming.

Unterkunft und Verpflegung

A small building from the end of the 18th century renovated as a cosy house with three hectares of land outside. The house has 4 bedrooms (2 triple and 2 double) with wardrobes, a rustic kitchen, 3 small bathrooms with shower, and a living room. Volunteers will have to share bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas. There is plenty of space outside to enjoy the summer weather. Volunteers will be responsible for cooking, cleaning and keeping the area clean and safe. Wifi is available.

Lage und Freizeit

Castelvetrano is a town in Sicily, in the province of Trapani. It is known for its rich history, including its proximity to the archaeological site of Selinunte, one of the largest ancient Greek cities in Sicily. The town is famous for the production of high quality olive oil and the historical centre is rich in monuments. A pine forest is 4 km from the accommodation, while the historical centre is 1 km away.

Wer organisiert das Projekt?

The social cooperatives I Locandieri were born from the idea of cooperation between individuals and institutions, with the mission of generating social and economic value for the benefit of as many people as possible. They offer services to people, especially migrants, and since 2008 they have been welcoming migrants in two communities, including minors and families. One of their missions is to give new life to the confiscated property. Over the years they have given back to the community places confiscated from crime, transforming them into communities for migrants and sports facilities for children, young people and migrants living in Castelvetrano.Il Giardino delle Arance is another confiscated property that has been returned to the community: a small building from the late 18th century with three hectares of land that has been renovated to become a home for minors; a cottage that will become a space-lab for the processing of home-grown agri-food products and a shop to sell the garden s produce. Outside, there are 2 hectares of citrus groves and 1 hectare of land where an intensive organic vegetable garden has been created to implement an ambitious socio-economic project.

Anreise zum Treffpunkt

Piazza Matteotti, Castelvetrano last stop (Salemi bus)

Anforderungen

Volunteers should have an interest in agriculture, be willing to work very early in the morning and have a good level of autonomy to enjoy their free time.

Italien Italien: CLEANING OF NATURE RESERVE - 6 (IG26-W012)

Dauer

20/09/2026   -   30/09/2026

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Deutschland

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Alter
18 - 30
Maximale Anzahl von Freiwilligen
5
Immer noch Platz für
2
Sprachen
Englisch
Nächster Flughafen
Palermo (PMO)
Anreise über
Isola delle Femmine
Karte

Arbeit

Work will be run on the little uninhabited island in the middle of the sea every morning. Volunteers will take a boat every day to join this place, therefore, it is compulsory to be able to swim for safety reasons Volunteers will support natural reserve s staff in: restoration of the flora (this action is part of over thirty-year plan put in practice by Lipu and volunteers) and maintenance of existing vegetation (watering plants), maintenance of the protected area (re-building stone paths) cleaning of the protected area from litter (the area is exposed to different marine streams that bring waste from the sea) cooking meals for the group in couple and following shifts other tasks. Work is manual and demands physical effort, it is also tiring due to hot temperature and Southern sun. Work is manual and demands physical effort, it is also tiring due to hot temperature and Southern sun (hat and sunblock are compulsory). Work will be done mainly in the morning and in case of wind or rain that does not allow it to reach the island, some renovation activities will be done at the museum MUST23 such as cleaning the small green area from weeds, stones, watering plants, and painting if needed. Supporting the preparation of the setting for the organisation of cultural events related to books preview.The MuST23 is an immersive and interactive museum dedicated to the memory of the Capaci massacre describing facts and the fight against the mafia made by civic society and organisation managed by Addio Pizzo Travel.The study part may include getting to know the marine biodiversity, discovering how the natural reserve works in Sicily, about legality and the anti-mafia movement.

Unterkunft und Verpflegung

LIPU offers a room inside their office. All the volunteers will be accommodated in one common room equipped with 3 bunk beds and share one bathroom. Volunteers should be aware of a very basic condition and willing to live as such Volunteers will be responsible for cooking and cleaning.

Lage und Freizeit

Isola delle Femmine is an Italian town in North-Western Sicily, in the province of Palermo. It is next to the sea so volunteers can spend their free time at the beach, do water sports, snorkeling, etc... Isola is a coast-town close to Palermo and connected by bus/train. Palermo is a beautiful city where there are many sights and places to spend the free time.

Wer organisiert das Projekt?

The Isola delle Femmine is a nature reserve established in 1997 by the Sicilian Region and managed by LIPU (Italian league for birds protection) since then. This little uninhabited island is located in a strategic place for the migration of a specific species of bird called Gabbiano reale (Larus michahellis), this area allows them to rest from migration and to grow numerically. The regular support received along the year is not sufficient for the maintenance needed, this is the reason why InformaGiovani with LIPU organize together every year volunteering projects to support the maintenance of the natural reserve and to sensitize the local community towards the place.

Anreise zum Treffpunkt

Isola delle Femmine train station

Anforderungen

Since volunteers will take a boat every day the ability to swim is compulsory for safety reasons. Interest in environmental issues, protection of sea and coast. High motivation is requested. Volunteers should be aware of a very basic condition.