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Italy Italy: EMMAUS COMMUNITY i VILLAFRANCA 1 (IG26-W001)

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08/06/2026   -   20/06/2026

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18 - 35
Max number of volunteers
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Nearest airport
Verona (VRN)
Nearest bus/train station
Villafranca di Verona
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Work

The volunteers will take part in the classic activities of collecting, sorting, selling, recycling and repairing materials that have always characterised the Emmaus communities. They will share the days with the local volunteers and the people welcomed in the Emmaus community, both in activities and in moments of leisure. Volunteers will take an active part in the organisation of the solidarity flea market, in the selection of materials and their placement at the market, they will be able to take part in the organisation of our organic zero-mileage vegetable garden and they will be able to try their hand at cooking. For those who are interested in salvaging and restyling, there will be opportunities to help with the improvement of the spaces (gardening, painting, space recovery, etc.).

Accomodation and food

Volunteers will sleep in the community hall where mattresses and/or camp beds will be provided. There is a shaded garden where volunteers can spend time. There are toilets, showers, hot and drinking water and electricity. Food is prepared by the community workers, but volunteers can help with meal preparation and washing up.

Location and leisure

Volunteers can visit Verona city or other places nearby on their own costs. Verona can be reached by bus in about 40 min.

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The Emmaus Community of Villafranca is part of the global Emmaus Movement, which aims to combat poverty and social exclusion through the principles of work, sharing, and mutual aid. The Emmaus Community of Villafranca di Verona was founded in 1985, following a work camp organised in Villafranca in which young Italians and Europeans took part. Due to the success of the camp, the Municipality made available a former school. From the beginning, a group of friends was formed around the community, with whom Emmaus organised (and still organises) moments of deepening on the themes of solidarity, peace, non-violence... The role of this group of friends has been fundamental in the life of the Community and in making Emmaus known and appreciated in Villafranca. And if today so many people understand and support our community, it is thanks to the work and presence of these friends. The main objective of Emmaus is the reception of people in need, carrying out activities such as the collection, reuse and recycling of used materials with display at the Solidarity Flea Market. Zero Mileage Garden: organic vegetable growing. Care and maintenance of the community s green spaces. Spending the day (activities and free time) with the people hosted on the site.

Directions to meeting point

Villafranca di Verona

Requirements

A positive, respectful attitude towards community members and fellow volunteers. Flexibility and adaptability to different working conditions and schedules.VERY IMPORTANT. Restriction on alcohol consumption in the community and in presence of community members and fellow volunteers.

Italy Italy: Carignano Peace and Pride 1 (LUNAR05)

Dates

14/06/2026   -   27/06/2026

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Age
18 - 99
Max number of volunteers
8
Still room for
2
Languages
English
Nearest airport
Torino (Turin) (TRN)
Nearest bus/train station
Closest train/bus station : Villastellone train station
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Work

Volunteers will work with children aged 6 to 13 (Italian-speaking) at the village summer camp from Monday to Friday. The camp will focus on the theme of peace in different countries, culminating in a presentation for the final show. The local volunteer team will provide translation support for the international volunteers, but flexibility is encouraged. To enrich the experience of cultural exchange, volunteers are invited to discuss topics such as peace and conflict in the history of their countries and to teach the children typical songs or dances from their own traditions.
Once a week, the volunteers will visit a retirement home to present their countries and share their cultures. An alternative activity will take place in a protected area, where volunteers will help cut bamboo to safeguard endemic vegetation.
Additionally, some families from Carignano will host volunteers for home dinners, offering a chance to experience local culture and daily life firsthand.

Accomodation and food

Volunteers will be hosted in an ancient building under restoration with beds, communal bathrooms with 2 showers and hot water and a kitchen. Bedrooms are provided with 4 to 6 beds per room. The volunteers are responsible for the cleaning and cooking, except for lunch during the working days, since they will eat pasta together with the kids of the summer camp. Food is provided by the host organization.
Volunteers must be equipped with their own sleeping bag (or bed sheets), pillowcase and towels.

Location and leisure

The town of Carignano, with a population of around 9,000, is situated in the countryside on the left bank of the Po River, approximately 20 km from Turin, within the River Regional Park. Its historic centre reflects a typical Piedmontese style, featuring a medieval core with archways and a baroque cathedral. The surrounding area is rich in both architectural and natural attractions.
In their free time, volunteers can enjoy a variety of activities, such as exploring Carignano’s open market or taking part in local events. On weekends, the group will have the opportunity to visit Turin, including highlights such as the Egyptian Museum, the Cinema Museum, the MAO Museum of Oriental Art, and the city’s beautiful Savoyard centre.
Please note that the costs of free-time activities are not covered by the project.

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The camp is organized by Lunaria in collaboration with Giovani Insieme. The association is composed of young people for young people founded in October 1998 in Carignano with the aim of protecting, promoting and enhancing artistic, historical and architectural heritage, nature and the environment, by proposing summer work camps for young volunteers from all over Europe.

Italy Italy: ORANGE GROVE ON CONFISCATED LAND 1 (IG26-W002)

Dates

15/06/2026   -   29/06/2026

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Age
18 - 35
Max number of volunteers
7
Still room for
1 Male + 2 Female
Languages
English
Nearest airport
Palermo (PMO)
Nearest bus/train station
Castelvetrano
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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.

Accomodation and food

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.

Location and leisure

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.

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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.

Directions to meeting point

Piazza Matteotti, Castelvetrano last stop (Salemi bus)

Requirements

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.

Italy Italy: San Rossore Summer Between Biodiversity and History (LEG06)

Dates

15/06/2026   -   29/06/2026

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Age
18 - 75
Max number of volunteers
10
Still room for
2 Male + 1 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Nearest airport
Pisa (PSA)
Nearest bus/train station
Airport Aereoporto Pisa Galileo Galilei Station Pisa Centrale
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Work

The volunteers will use simple tools such as shears, axes and saws to remove invasive vegetation, record data to compare the present situation and check the effectiveness of the action. At the request of the Park, interventions will be possible for easy maintenance operations in areas of naturalistic interest further inland. Restoration of the paths in the naturalistic areas of the estate and biomonitoring activities within the Park will also be carried out. All movements will be made by bicycles, which the volunteers will also maintain, with the help of the local bicycle workshop.
Study part
Volunteers will participate in workshops about the local environment and its features, held by the technicians of the Park. They will learn about the Sea turtle "Caretta Caretta", whose traces they will also look for, and about the several species of plants and trees of the territory. They will also learn how to fix their own bike.

Accomodation and food

Flat in a farmhouse on the San Rossore Estate. we will prepare all meals in the apartment, the shopping will be done in local zero kilometer and organic shops

Location and leisure

The San Rossore estate, in the MSRM regional park, after having been used as a hunting lodge for monarchs and presidents, has since 1989 been the central nucleus of a large coastal park that is a real gem in terms of both fauna and plant species, including several relicts and endemic species, which have found an environment here in which to survive and develop. The estate is within cycling distance of the cities of Pisa, and Lucca, two centres that need no description- from the camp it is also easy to reach other centres of interest, such as Livorno, Calci, Massaciuccoli and the Apuan Alps.

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Volunteers will be engaged in projects aimed at preserving and restoring the natural environment of one of the most important wetlands in the Tyrrhenian Sea, the San Rossore estate, part of the MSRM Regional Park. Get ready to ride the bike!
Project summary
Volunteers will be engaged in projects aimed at preserving and restoring the natural environment of one of the most important wetlands in the Tyrrhenian Sea, the San Rossore estate, part of the MSRM Regional Park.
PARTNER:Legambiente Pisa is an association that has been fighting since 1995 for a healthier relationship between people and the environment, to convey the importance of conscious choices, for social equity through the lens of scientific environmentalism. The activities are possible thanks to the commitment of the volunteers who organize together local and national awareness campaigns, training activities inside and outside the schools, collaborations with public and private bodies aimed at the ecological transition.

Directions to meeting point

Appointment for the start of the workcamp is scheduled for the day 15/06 in Pisa, at the railway station Pisa Centrale at 15.

Additional comments

Knowing how to ride a bike (you ride a few kilometres a day)

Requirements

Knowing how to ride a bike (you ride a few kilometres a day)

Italy Italy: Crack! Fest (LUNAR06)

Dates

21/06/2026   -   02/07/2026

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21 - 99
Max number of volunteers
10
Still room for
2
Languages
English
Nearest airport
Roma (Rome) (FCO)
Nearest bus/train station
Closest train/bus station: Rome Termini train station
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During the festival, the place is going to host hundreds of artists and thousands of spectators, so the international volunteers will be asked to join the local volunteers to manage the entire organisation of the event. An average of 6 to 7 hours per day is required, with working shifts organized on the event nights.
The volunteers' work is mainly going to involve: Logistic set up and support; Pub and restaurant tending during the festival; General cleaning during the evenings.
After the event, the volunteers will help take down the structures and clean the fortress. The work can be physically hard (and it will be very hot), but the environment will be funny and easy going. The motto is “Share, Work and Have Fun”. In a few words, volunteers should get ready to be active and to give their energy to the community working at the Forte Prenestino.

Accomodation and food

Please, take good note that the accommodation is really basic.
The volunteers are going to sleep inside Forte Prenestino in a shared dormitory, yet they will have to bring a sleeping bag. Hand in hand with your team-mates, you will have to clean and to prepare the dorm at your arrival. During the festival, volunteers can possibly be asked to sleep a few nights in tents.
Volunteers will have access to a private chemical portable toilet (those used in festival settings) for the entire duration of the workcamp. Showers are collective open air showers, so don’t forget your swimsuit!
Regarding the meals, the volunteers will have access to a private kitchen in their dormitory for breakfast and some of the meals. Most of the meal will be served in the Forte Prenestino restaurant, where volunteers will support the cooks during the festival days. Most of the meals will have vegan options.

Location and leisure

The camp takes place in Rome. The city is surrounded by sixteen military fortresses built during the second half of the 19th century to set up a defensive system. All these fortresses were partially used and then abandoned during the 20th century. Forte Prenestino is located in one of these fortresses, in a big working-class neighbourhood called Centocelle.
The 1st of may 1986 a mixed group of people, under the pressure of necessity decided to squat Forte Prenestino. Since, there was no cinema, place to make music or to meet each other, they made of this Fortress the perfect spot to exchange and to learn with and from each other.For the last 25 years, full of work, fun and political struggles, the center has become a place of cultural production, autonomously managed and economically independent. Every 1st of may, a huge festival celebrates the creation of Forte Prenestino.
Forte Prenestino organizes concerts and events like Crack!, as well as providing different services for the community such as a restaurant, two pubs, a tea room, a recording studio, a popular gym, and a theater.
During the workcamp there won’t be much free time to visit the city of Rome, for instance we suggest you to arrive or depart a few days before or after the camp.

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The camp is organised by Lunaria in collaboration with Forte Prenestino. CSOA Forte Prenestino is an occupied and self-managed social centre that has existed since 1986. Reclaimed from abandonment, it is a space for meeting, socialising, creativity and collective organisation, lived without institutional authorisation or political control. The Forte is self-managed through horizontal assemblies and the free association of people who share a common project and ethics. It experiments with alternative ways of living, organising work, time and decision-making, valuing equality, diversity and collective responsibility. Open to anyone who shares its values, the Forte is entirely self-financed through accessible contributions from cultural and musical initiatives, which support its daily activities, campaigns and mobilisations.
As part of a wider struggle for a different society, Forte Prenestino practices another form of sociality and economy. It is openly anti-fascist, anti-sexist, anti-racist and anti-prohibitionist, and remains a deliberately challenging space.

Directions to meeting point

Closest Airport: Rome Fiumicino FCO, Rome Ciampino CIA

Requirements

This project requires a motivation letter and to sign an agreement to confirm the understanding of the project. It is crucial to be open minded and ready to live in an alternative community with very basic accommodation conditions.
It is asked to provide a 20€ fee to share among the group for collective groceries, breakfast and group leisure activities.

Italy Italy: RAN Sun NHeart Love and Biodiversity for a better world (LEG17)

Dates

22/06/2026   -   03/07/2026

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18 - 75
Max number of volunteers
9
Still room for
2
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Nearest airport
Albenga (ALL)
Nearest bus/train station
 
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Work

The work will be always in direct collaboration with the technical staff for the maintenance of the Oasi Dunale. Volunteers will work on maintenance and cleaning of the coasts and beaches and will realize signals for the correct use of the area. The volunteers will be involved also in activities of gardening in the social housing OrtoMondo.
study part: Trainings on environment and sustainability. Biodiversity.Human ecology

Accomodation and food

Volunteers will be hosted in bungalows in a camping on the coast. Moreover there is a cottage just on the beach where is possible to have meals after the working activities.

Location and leisure

Paestum is a little town founded during VI century b.C. by Greeks, who built wonderful temples - and civilization – that now consitute a very important archeological area (UNESCO site) among the best maintaines in the Mediterranean. For its art, nature, tastes and events Paestum is one of the most important beautiful cities of Magna Grecia. The old city is located in a strategic position, a few km from the Amalfi Coast that extends along the Tirreno Sea and from the National Park of Cilento. The Archaeological site includes three Temples (it dates back to 550 B.C)
Naples Capodichino international airport. There are buses connection for the central railway station of Naples where is possibile to take a regional train to Paestum. The requested time is about 1hour and 20 minutes.

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Increase the valorization of the coastal habitat and the cultural heritage of Paestum. Human ecology for a better world.
Project summary
The camp is part of a project called "Oasi Dunale" run by legambiente local group for many years the experience of the Oasi Dunale is realising ecological connection between different natural environments in order to improve the biodiversity of the area. Legambiente is developing the project by involve local communities, students and volunteers to develop the respect of the environment in a critical area that in summertime is very crowded. Project co-Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are, however, those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or EACEA. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.
PARTNER: Legambiente local group: Born in 1987, Legambiente local group in Paestum - Freewheeling – is currently enaged in the running of Dune Oasis a project that aims to protect the delicate dune ecosystem along the coast- and also OrtoMondo, a social housing run by legambiente local group in which live 14 migrants

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Volunteers have to be interested in ecology and human ecology.

Requirements

Volunteers have to be interested in ecology and human ecology.

Italy Italy: Agape 2 (LUNAR07)

Dates

24/06/2026   -   08/07/2026

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22 - 99
Max number of volunteers
5
Still room for
2
Languages
English
Nearest airport
Torino (Turin) (TRN)
Nearest bus/train station
Closest train/bus station: Torino Porta Susa train station
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In Agape there will be more volunteer teams and a group of guests (around 100 people total). The teams, with different tasks, cooperate to provide a service to the guests: a Camp. Your team will help the Resident Group (volunteers living here) in the daily tasks. More teams from other projects will help you. Another team, the Staff, will lead activities for the guest’s Camp.
Daily tasks divide in 4 sectors:
* Kitchen: Cook for the community! Taking care of lunch and dinner. You’ll work in a professional kitchen. Team of 8 people, listening to music and.. peeling potatoes;
* Cleaning of communal areas: Preparing rooms for new arrivals. Taking care of outdoor areas. More teams of 4 people on different areas;
* Bar: Serving coffees and more to your friends during the coordinated common breaks;
* Service: Serve the breakfast for the community, prepare the hall for meals, and dry dishes. Our professional dishwasher does most of the dirty work!
Volunteers will work in 2-3 sectors during the camp, for 5-6 hours a day. There is one free day each 5 working days.

Accomodation and food

Volunteers will be accommodated within the center in shared rooms hosting 3-4 people. Rooms are generally gender-separated and furnished with single bunk beds. Bathroom facilities are shared and located close to the sleeping areas, ensuring easy access for everyone.
Meals are an important moment of community life at the center. Volunteers and guests eat together in the main dining hall, sharing both food and time. The menu is designed to accommodate different dietary needs and preferences, offering a varied selection that combines traditional Italian cuisine with international recipes. Breakfast follows a typical Italian style and is mostly sweet.
Within the center, volunteers can enjoy snacks and drinks at the bar, free Wi-Fi in the common areas, access to a washing machine, and a shared refrigerator reserved for volunteers.
A small town is located nearby and offers basic shops for everyday needs, although the local pharmacy is not open every day.

Location and leisure

Located in the heart of the Val Germanasca, in the Italian Alps, the center is a remarkable structure that reflects the character of its natural surroundings. Built from local stone and wood, carefully shaped by generations of volunteers, the building forms a large and welcoming house that harmonizes beautifully with the mountain landscape, preserving the authentic spirit of the valley. The area offers countless opportunities for hiking, with trails suitable for different levels and interests. The nearby town provides a variety of restaurants, cafés, and sports facilities, making it easy to relax or stay active during your free time. For those interested in culture and history, several local museums can be visited, and it is also possible to join a guided tour of the historic talc mines in the surrounding area.

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The camp is organised by Lunaria in collaboration with the Waldensian Ecumenical Centre Agape.
Agape Centro Ecumenico is a social center that originated after World War II from the ideas of the Waldensian pastor Tullio Vinay in 1947. Its core values of reconciliation and reconstruction continue to shape the center’s identity and activities. The center promotes communal living, volunteer work, and international cooperation, supported by a worldwide community of volunteers who actively contribute to its mission.

Requirements

Volunteers will work individually among the staff and the other local volunteers in the different sectors.
Travel to Agape can be complicated, being in a very isolated place.

Italy Italy: EMMAUS COMMUNITY - TRANSFORMATIVE THINKING (IG26-W013)

Dates

27/06/2026   -   06/07/2026

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18 - 35
Max number of volunteers
7
Still room for
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Languages
English
Nearest airport
Pisa (PSA)
Nearest bus/train station
Pistoia
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Work

Volunteers will participate in the classic activities of collecting, sorting, selling, recycling, and repairing materials that characterize Emmaus communities. They will work alongside local volunteers and community members, both in activities and leisure moments. Volunteers will help organize the solidarity flea market, select and place materials for the market, and participate in the organic zero-mileage vegetable garden. Those interested in salvaging and restyling can assist with improvement projects and workshops such as gardening, painting, wood working, tailoring and space recovery. The main focus of the camp is to regenerate and transform in a creative and sustainable way of thinking the community leaving and working spaces.

Accomodation and food

Volunteers will sleep in the community hall and in other rooms where mattresses and/or camp beds will be provided, there will be separate rooms for girls and boys. The site includes a shaded garden, toilets, showers, hot and drinking water, and electricity. Lunch is prepared by the Community while the volunteer will take care of the dinner. The main diet is Vegetarian/Vegan and meat/fish will be included twice a week. Alcohol is forbidden inside the community.

Location and leisure

Volunteers can visit nearby places at their own costs. Florence and other locations such as Prato e Pistoia can be reached by public transportation. The community is located on a little hill surrounded by a beautiful landscape typical from Tuscany and the Market is in the Village of Quarrata. Excursions and visits of cultural and natural places are organized by the Community as part of the experience. If leisure activities include people from the local community, the consumption of alcohol is forbidden.

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The Emmaus Community of Quarrata is part of the global Emmaus Movement, which aims to combat poverty and social exclusion through the principles of work, sharing, and mutual aid. Emmaus takes part as well in solidarity actions in Italy and around the world and raises awareness about their values and mission. Our main activities include the collection, reuse, and recycling of used materials, displayed at the Solidarity Flea Market. We also maintain an organic vegetable garden and care for the community s green spaces. Volunteers will spend their days participating in activities and sharing free time with the people hosted by the community.

Directions to meeting point

Pistoia train station

Additional comments

VERY IMPORTANT. Restriction on alcohol consumption in the community and in presence of community members and fellow volunteers.

Requirements

Volunteers should have an interest in charity work and previous volunteering experience is very welcome.A willingness to participate in all assigned tasks and activities.A positive, respectful attitude towards community members and fellow volunteers. Flexibility and adaptability to different working conditions and schedules.VERY IMPORTANT. Restriction on alcohol consumption in the community and in presence of community members and fellow volunteers.

Sustainable Development Goals

No Poverty
Italy Italy: Votigno (IBOIT26-05)

Dates

01/07/2026   -   10/07/2026

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20 - 35
Max number of volunteers
10
Still room for
5 Male + 1 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Nearest airport
Bologna (BLQ)
Nearest bus/train station
Nearest airport is Bologna Marconi. Reach Bologna Central Station and take Train to Reggio Emilia Train Station (NO High Speed station) in Piazzale Guglielmo Marconi
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FEE FOR ITALIAN VOLUNTEERS IS 240€.
EXTRAFEE FOR FOREIGN VOLUNTEERS IS 70€.

Expected activities:
- Maintenance within the hamlet, as well as care of green areas, vegetable gardens and animals;
- Cleaning and setting up a space for an exhibition dedicated to Fosco Maraini, the renowned anthropologist and photographer, author of significant works and studies on Tibet;
- Support in organising any scheduled events.

Accomodation and food

Meals are provided by the host organisation, and within the group, meal preparation is arranged in shifts, with all meals taken at the hamlet. There are several rooms in the hamlet: 2 doubles, 2 triples, 1 dormitory for 5, and 1 dormitory for 8, with shared bathroom facilities.

Location and leisure

In addition to supporting association activities, there will be educational sessions on topics related to Tibet House: Buddhism, Shamanism, Tibet, Meditation.
Other possible activities:
- Yoga at dawn/sunset
- Mindfulness course
- Tasting at Azienda Agricola Strada del Casalino
-Visit to Reggio Emilia

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Founded in March 1990 under the auspices of the Dalai Lama, the Tibet House Onlus is a non-profit Cultural Centre based in Votigno di Canossa (Reggio Emilia), just a few kilometres from the famous Castle, the site of the historic 1077 mediation between Papacy and Empire, promoted by Countess Matilda.
The first of its kind in Europe and unique in Italy, the Tibet House was founded by Reggio Emilia doctor Stefano Dallari. The centre houses a Tibet Museum, a Tibetan Temple, spaces dedicated to meditation, as well as rooms for round tables, seminars and courses.
The complex is nestled in the green hills of Reggio Emilia and is set within the ancient walls of a charming medieval hamlet, brought back to life thanks to a long and patient restoration carried out by craftsmen and volunteers from all over the world.

Directions to meeting point

01/07/2026 at 14:00 at Reggio Emilia train station (not the high-speed station, but the central station) https://maps.app.goo.gl/XbwHtGWZKRQDkHMv7

Italy Italy: Protect Our Beaches Waves of Change (LEG04)

Dates

02/07/2026   -   14/07/2026

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Age
18 - 75
Max number of volunteers
6
Still room for
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Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Nearest airport
Milano (Milan) (LIN)
Nearest bus/train station
Airport LIN MXP BGY Station Lecco train station
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Throughout the camp, beach surveillance and monitoring will be a core activity, aimed at discouraging littering and promoting respectful behavior among tourists. Volunteers will be present on the beaches to engage directly with visitors, offering guidance and gentle reminders on how to manage waste responsibly.
In parallel, environmental awareness initiatives will be carried out through the distribution of informative materials specifically designed for beachgoers, helping to explain the importance of waste reduction, recycling, and environmental protection in a clear and accessible way.
Another fundamental activity will be the clean-up of coastal areas, with particular attention paid to proper waste separation and recycling, in order to reduce pollution and protect the natural landscape.
Daily life during the camp will be organized collaboratively to encourage a sense of shared responsibility. Participants will take turns preparing meals, working in small teams, and each group will also be in charge of maintaining the common areas of the accommodation, ensuring they are kept clean and orderly, especially after meals.
Study part
The program also includes in-depth analysis and training sessions led by Legambiente Lecco, designed to equip participants with practical knowledge and useful tools to better understand environmental issues, with a particular focus on pollution affecting large lakes.

Accomodation and food

The volunteer camp will be hosted in a cozy three-story villa located just a few steps from the lake. The house features a fully equipped kitchen and a dining room, designed as shared spaces where volunteers can enjoy meals together and spend moments of conviviality and laughter. Bedrooms and bathrooms are shared, embracing the true spirit of community life. Outside, a large garden provides the perfect setting to relax, organize activities, or simply enjoy the sunset. The villa is situated in a quiet area of Onno, close to the village church and the library, making it an ideal location for getting around on foot and for easily reaching the lakefront. There are a couple of bars and restaurant with typical food of the area.
Meals will be vegetarian, featuring plenty of seasonal fruits and vegetables and, whenever possible, locally sourced ingredients.

Location and leisure

The camp will take place in a charming little town called Oliveto Lario, overlooking the western shore of the Lecco branch of Lake Como. This area, framed by the waters of the lake and the lower slopes of the Grigne mountains, consists of three different hamlets: Onno, Vassena, and Limonta. The camp will mainly take place in Onno, a quiet and welcoming village with small beaches, stone alleys, and an atmosphere that still retains the charm of the lakeside communities of yesteryear. During your free time, you will have the opportunity to relax on the lake beaches and go trekking along the numerous trails in Onno. In addition, the municipal administration with which Legambiente Lecco collaborates is available to organize small guided tours of the village, allowing participants to discover the most authentic and hidden gems of the area directly through the stories of the residents.

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On one of the branches of Lake Como lies Oliveto Lario, a small village bordered by beautiful beaches. Here, volunteers will take part in an awareness-raising initiative aimed at beachgoers, encouraging responsible waste management.
Project summary
Legambiente Lecco, in collaboration with the municipality of Oliveto Lario, has decided to set up a permanent station on the beaches of Oliveto Lario to encourage beachgoers to behave responsibly, such as taking their trash away and sorting it correctly. The aim of the project is to stimulate a cultural transformation, promoting lasting awareness among visitors of the importance of protecting the environment. We believe that only by building a genuine sense of collective responsibility will it be possible to really save the Earth. This process requires time, dialogue, concrete examples, and above all, active participation, and will take place through the distribution of information material created specifically for the camp.
The aim of the camp is also to attract new visitors to small areas in Italy, allowing them to combine civic engagement with opportunities for visiting and discovery, thus offering the chance to get to know new perspectives and valuable fragments of local history
PARTNER: To convey its values, Legambiente Lecco Onlus participates every year in Legambiente's national campaigns, such as Goletta dei Laghi (Lake Schooner) and Carovana dei Ghiacciai (Glacier Caravan). The association also manages an Eco-Hostel on the top of Monte Barro working with international volunteers- it runs a Piedibus project for the city of Lecco, organizes European projects and international and national volunteer camps, carries out environmental education activities in schools, offers summer camps for children, teenagers, and seniors, and provides training courses, workshops, and sustainability experiences. In particular, in the municipality of Valbrona, a little town bordering Oliveto Lario, Legambiente Lecco runs an amphibian rescue campaign every spring, specifically for the common toad Bufo Bufo, involving hundreds of local volunteers.

Directions to meeting point

Since you have chosen to take part in a project focused on environmental sustainability, we kindly ask you—if possible—to choose a low-impact means of transportation to reach us. While flying may seem like a very convenient option if you are coming from far away, its environmental impact in terms of emissions is significantly high.
1) From Malpensa Airport: take a shuttle bus ("Malpensa Shuttle Air Pullman" or "Malpensa Bus Express") to reach the train station Milano Centrale. There's a shuttle bus every 20 minutes.
1b) From the train station Milano Centrale take the train in the direction of Lecco. Please notice that the train will be indicated with the name of the final destination that usually is Sondrio or Tirano.
2) From Linate Airport: take a shuttle bus ("Star Fly") to reach the train station Milano Centrale. There's a shuttle bus every 30 minutes. From Milano Centrale follow point 1b.
3) From Orio al Serio Airport:
Use the bus service from the airport to Bergamo train station. From there, take the train to Lecco: departure every hour, journey takes 35 minutes.
4) From train station Milano Porta Garibaldi:
take the train in the direction of Lecco -Via Carnate (try to avoid taking the train direction Lecco - Via Molteno because it will take you much more time and it’s more expensive).
Upon arrival in Lecco, consult the summer timetable for the D110 Lecco-Bellagio bus line and get off at the Onno Scuole stop. From there, you can easily walk to Chiesa di San Pietro Martire, where we will be waiting for you with a yellow flag with a green swan.

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Good attitude towards tourists and beachgoers. This camp will also host a group of Italian volunteers, so a basic level of Italian will be necessary in order to communicate with the rest of the group.

Italy Italy: EYA - Zovencedo Work Camp (LEG14)

Dates

05/07/2026   -   19/07/2026

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18 - 75
Max number of volunteers
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2 Male + 2 Female
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Nearest bus/train station
Vicenza or Altavilla Vicentina

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Zovencedo is a small municipality of just over 800 inhabitants, where a close-knit community actively cares for its territory through local volunteer initiatives. The contribution of international volunteers will be highly valued, offering a meaningful opportunity for cultural exchange and intergenerational dialogue.
Volunteers will support the community by cleaning and maintaining the areas hosting municipal events, as well as assisting with event setup and dismantling. During the second week, they will focus on restoring public information boards and hiking trail signage, helping to improve accessibility and usability for both residents and visitors

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The volunteer camp is organized by Il Castagno Rosso (non-profit organization) in collaboration with the Legambiente Vicenza local group. Since 2020, Il Castagno Rosso has been caring for approximately two hectares of meadows and woodland, gradually developing simple and functional facilities designed to host educational and recreational activities in nature for young people and families.
Over the years, the site has welcomed a forest kindergarten, a homeschooling project, several summer nature camps for children and teenagers, as well as music and theatre events open to the wider community.
Hosting participants in this international volunteer project represents an important opportunity for the association to strengthen cooperation with a broader network of local actors committed to environmental protection, while expanding the social and environmental impact of its activities within the territory

Requirements

Participation in the camp requires adaptability and a willingness to live in a simple, essential, and nature-oriented way. The setting is ideal for those who enjoy outdoor life, hiking, and embracing a slower, more minimalist lifestyle in close contact with the natural environment

Italy Italy: Together in the forest 1 (LUNARTEEN12)

Dates

06/07/2026   -   16/07/2026

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15 - 17
Max number of volunteers
14
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2
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English
Nearest airport
Bergamo (BGY)
Nearest bus/train station
Closest Airport: Bergamo BGY, Milan Malpensa MXP, Milan Linate LIN Closest train/bus station: Airuno train station
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Participants will live and work at Cascina Rapello, experiencing life on a rural social farm. Each day will include around 6 hours of work, while the remaining time will be dedicated to organized activities and workshops. Volunteers will engage in a variety of tasks, from cultivating vegetable gardens and fruit trees to restoring the ancient woods and building structures using materials found on site. They will also take care of the farm’s animals and facilities, and help prepare meals using fresh organic produce. Beyond the practical work, volunteers will take part in social and inclusive activities, welcoming local groups, including people with disabilities and youngsters from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.

Accomodation and food

Cascina Rapello includes a 9 hectare terrain, 3 hectares of agricultural fields and 6 hectares of chestnut forest. The volunteers will sleep in tents of 4 people, divided by gender. The tents will be provided, but the volunteers will have to bring their camping mattress and sleeping bag. The camping site is also equipped with 2 compost toilets, made of wood and handmade showers with hot water with tendons for privacy.
Volunteers must carry their belongings in a backpack, as they will arrive at the farm on foot.
Electricity and hot water will be provided by photovoltaic and solar panels, therefore there won’t be internet connection and the use of electricity will be very few.
The food will be prepared by the volunteers, who will eat together in a big tent or open air. . Drinking water is provided normally. Participants can bring typical food of their countries to share but alcohol and drugs are not allowed in the camp.

Location and leisure

The workcamp is located in Aizurro, an hamlet of the municipality of Airuno in Lombardy with around 180 inhabitants. This area, located near the Lombard Prealps, is characterized by a rich natural landscape of forests, meadows, lakes, streams, and mountains, creating a continuous dialogue between rural and urban life, tradition and modernity. The closest place with facilities like small shops, train stations or other services is the town of Airuno (3 km away from Cascina Rapello).
Free time will be managed within the camp, including through supervised activities. Since this is a group experience for minors, for whom the cooperative will be responsible, it will not be possible to leave the area independently. During free time, excursions in the area, games, and activities will be offered.

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Cooperativa Sociale Liberi Sogni, is a small no-profit organization that has organized, since 2006, social, cultural and environmental projects in the districts of Lecco, Bergamo and Monza e Brianza, in the region of Lombardy. Liberi Sogni always considered the intercultural topic very important. Many people that work in the Cooperative experimented directly with how important it is to promote solidarity and attention towards cultures, especially among young people. Since 2012 Liberi Sogni has hosted international summer camps with Lunaria, Youth Exchanges and EVS volunteers under Erasmus Plus Programme.
Cascina Rapello, the hosting place of the workcamp, is a welcoming and innovative center dedicated to reconnecting with the earth and rediscovering ancient knowledge and traditions, while also serving as a space for experimenting with new ideas, forms, and languages.In 2020, Liberi Sogni acquired the eighteenth-century Cascina, nestled among terraced fields and chestnut woods—a place long abandoned that we chose to regenerate as the new home for our activities. Today, it hosts a wide range of social, cultural, and environmental projects for children, youth, and adults.

Requirements

Volunteers will sleep in tents so they have to bring their camping mattress and sleeping bag. Participants must carry their belongings in a backpack, as they will arrive at the camp site on foot. It is important to bring proper equipment such as comfortable clothes and hiking shoes.
In addition to international volunteers, the camp will also welcome a group of ten local teenagers.

Italy Italy: ORANGE GROVE ON CONFISCATED LAND 2 (IG26-W003)

Dates

06/07/2026   -   20/07/2026

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18 - 35
Max number of volunteers
7
Still room for
1
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English
Nearest airport
Palermo (PMO)
Nearest bus/train station
Castelvetrano
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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.

Accomodation and food

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.

Location and leisure

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.

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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.

Directions to meeting point

Piazza Matteotti, Castelvetrano last stop (Salemi bus)

Requirements

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.

Italy Italy: Agape 3 (LUNAR13)

Dates

11/07/2026   -   31/07/2026

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18 - 99
Max number of volunteers
5
Still room for
1
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English
Nearest airport
Torino (Turin) (TRN)
Nearest bus/train station
Closest train/bus station: Torino Porta Susa train station
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In Agape there will be more volunteer teams and a group of guests (around 100 people total). The teams, with different tasks, cooperate to provide a service to the guests: a Camp. Your team will help the Resident Group (volunteers living here) in the daily tasks. More teams from other projects will help you. Another team, the Staff, will lead activities for the guest’s Camp.
Daily tasks divide in 4 sectors:
* Kitchen: Cook for the community! Taking care of lunch and dinner. You’ll work in a professional kitchen. Team of 8 people, listening to music and.. peeling potatoes;
* Cleaning of communal areas: Preparing rooms for new arrivals. Taking care of outdoor areas. More teams of 4 people on different areas;
* Bar: Serving coffees and more to your friends during the coordinated common breaks;
* Service: Serve the breakfast for the community, prepare the hall for meals, and dry dishes. Our professional dishwasher does most of the dirty work!


Volunteers will work in 2-3 sectors during the camp, for 5-6 hours a day. There is one free day each 5 working days.

Accomodation and food

Volunteers will be accommodated within the center in shared rooms hosting 3-4 people. Rooms are generally gender-separated and furnished with single bunk beds. Bathroom facilities are shared and located close to the sleeping areas, ensuring easy access for everyone.
Meals are an important moment of community life at the center. Volunteers and guests eat together in the main dining hall, sharing both food and time. The menu is designed to accommodate different dietary needs and preferences, offering a varied selection that combines traditional Italian cuisine with international recipes. Breakfast follows a typical Italian style and is mostly sweet.
Within the center, volunteers can enjoy snacks and drinks at the bar, free Wi-Fi in the common areas, access to a washing machine, and a shared refrigerator reserved for volunteers.
A small town is located nearby and offers basic shops for everyday needs, although the local pharmacy is not open every day.

Location and leisure

Located in the heart of the Val Germanasca, in the Italian Alps, the center is a remarkable structure that reflects the character of its natural surroundings. Built from local stone and wood, carefully shaped by generations of volunteers, the building forms a large and welcoming house that harmonizes beautifully with the mountain landscape, preserving the authentic spirit of the valley. The area offers countless opportunities for hiking, with trails suitable for different levels and interests. The nearby town provides a variety of restaurants, cafés, and sports facilities, making it easy to relax or stay active during your free time. For those interested in culture and history, several local museums can be visited, and it is also possible to join a guided tour of the historic talc mines in the surrounding area.

Project hosted by

The camp is organised by Lunaria in collaboration with the Waldensian Ecumenical Centre Agape.
Agape Centro Ecumenico is a social center that originated after World War II from the ideas of the Waldensian pastor Tullio Vinay in 1947. Its core values of reconciliation and reconstruction continue to shape the center’s identity and activities. The center promotes communal living, volunteer work, and international cooperation, supported by a worldwide community of volunteers who actively contribute to its mission.

Requirements

Volunteers will work individually among the staff and the other local volunteers in the different sectors.
Travel to Agape can be complicated, being in a very isolated place.

Italy Italy: EMMAUS COMMUNITY i VILLAFRANCA 2 (IG26-W004)

Dates

13/07/2026   -   25/07/2026

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18 - 35
Max number of volunteers
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Nearest airport
Verona (VRN)
Nearest bus/train station
Villafranca di Verona
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Work

The volunteers will take part in the classic activities of collecting, sorting, selling, recycling and repairing materials that have always characterised the Emmaus communities. They will share the days with the local volunteers and the people welcomed in the Emmaus community, both in activities and in moments of leisure. Volunteers will take an active part in the organisation of the solidarity flea market, in the selection of materials and their placement at the market, they will be able to take part in the organisation of our organic zero-mileage vegetable garden and they will be able to try their hand at cooking. For those who are interested in salvaging and restyling, there will be opportunities to help with the improvement of the spaces (gardening, painting, space recovery, etc.).

Accomodation and food

Volunteers will sleep in the community hall where mattresses and/or camp beds will be provided. There is a shaded garden where volunteers can spend time. There are toilets, showers, hot and drinking water and electricity. Food is prepared by the community workers, but volunteers can help with meal preparation and washing up.

Location and leisure

Volunteers can visit Verona city or other places nearby on their own costs. Verona can be reached by bus in about 40 min.

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The Emmaus Community of Villafranca is part of the global Emmaus Movement, which aims to combat poverty and social exclusion through the principles of work, sharing, and mutual aid. The Emmaus Community of Villafranca di Verona was founded in 1985, following a work camp organised in Villafranca in which young Italians and Europeans took part. Due to the success of the camp, the Municipality made available a former school. From the beginning, a group of friends was formed around the community, with whom Emmaus organised (and still organises) moments of deepening on the themes of solidarity, peace, non-violence... The role of this group of friends has been fundamental in the life of the Community and in making Emmaus known and appreciated in Villafranca. And if today so many people understand and support our community, it is thanks to the work and presence of these friends. The main objective of Emmaus is the reception of people in need, carrying out activities such as the collection, reuse and recycling of used materials with display at the Solidarity Flea Market. Zero Mileage Garden: organic vegetable growing. Care and maintenance of the community s green spaces. Spending the day (activities and free time) with the people hosted on the site.

Directions to meeting point

Villafranca di Verona

Requirements

A positive, respectful attitude towards community members and fellow volunteers. Flexibility and adaptability to different working conditions and schedules.VERY IMPORTANT. Restriction on alcohol consumption in the community and in presence of community members and fellow volunteers.