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Portugal: STAGE ON THE STREET: ALL INCLUDED (PT-IPJ 9.1)

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01/07/2025 - 12/07/2025

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Age: 18 - 30

Max number of volunteers: 17

Still room for: 8 Male + 9 Female

Languages: English

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Activities: group dynamics; presentation to the city and region; discussion on the workcamp theme (objectives, tasks division); visit to the most important places of the city; training on theatre performance and workshop on how to deal with the difference; direct contact and work with local NGO (Cercimarante) responsible for activities with local handicapped young people; organize an event (theatre performance) involving both groups (workcamp participants and local handicapped young people) to be presented to the local community (street performance ( expected more than 500 persons to attend);

Accomodation and food

Participants will be accommodated in shared rooms (4 participants each) of Casa da Juventude de Amarante. Casa da Juventude de Amarante has its own kitchen, WC, and showers. In terms of food, our youth centre has a bar\restaurant proposal for the volunteers (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) always taking into consideration our aims (healthy food with organic and vegetarian ingredients). Laundry available (self-service). Our youth centre has free wireless.

Location and leisure

Amarante is a small town in the North of Portugal, part of Porto district (60km far from Porto to the interior) with 12 thousand inhabitants (in the city center). It is a quite famous city for tourism, culture, and wine production. Indeed, is quite near (18km) the Oporto wine region. Is crossed by TEmega River (one of the rivers ending at Douro River that crosses Porto till the Atlantic Ocean) and it is on the valley of one of the most important Portuguese mountains, MarEpoundo (1450m). Amarante is well located (nearby passes highway A4 connecting to Oporto and highway A11 connecting to GuimarEpoundes)

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To support the local community, namely the Cooperative Cercimarante, an institution linked to young people with disabilities, in the preparation of the Street Theatre;- Developing the autonomy and self-esteem of young people with disabilities;- Stimulating the contact of young people with fewer opportunities with other young people from different cultures;- Fostering the personal and social development of young volunteers through non-formal education activities;- Providing young volunteers with knowledge of a new social and cultural reality enabling them to combat any kind of prejudice and stereotypes;- To promote the preservation and protection of cultural heritage at international and local level through direct contact and inclusion of the participants with the community.

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Requirements

Bring-Hygiene products and sun protector;-Swimming suits;-Working and sports clothes and shs;-One black t-shirt and one black trousers.

Sustainable Development Goals

Portugal: DREAM CLEAN (PT-IPJ 10.8)

Dates

01/07/2025 - 12/07/2025

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Max number of volunteers: 17

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The main tasks to be carried out by volunteers include:1. Cleaning Public Spaces: Collection and removal of litter from streets, squares, parks, and gardens; Washing and cleaning public monuments and walls; Removing graffiti and unwanted markings from public and historical spaces. 2. Restoration of Historical Buildings: Cleaning facades of historical buildings; Painting walls, fences, and other exterior elements of historical structures; Performing minor repairs to preserve and restore the architectural integrity of historical landmarks. 3. Improvement of Recreational Areas: Repairing and repainting urban furniture, such as benches, tables, and playground equipment; Installing or replacing small fixtures, such as trash bins and signage;

Accomodation and food

Volunteers will be housed in a local community center or hostel, offering shared dormitory-style rooms. The facility is clean, safe, and equipped with essential amenities.Hygiene Facilities:Shared bathrooms with hot water showers and toilets will be available. Separate facilities will be designated for male and female participants.Meals:Participants will receive three meals per day (breakfast, lunch, and dinner), prepared with fresh, local ingredients. The menu will include a variety of Portuguese and international dishes, with vegetarian and dietary options available upon request.

Location and leisure

The camp is located in Salvaterra de Magos, a picturesque town in central Portugal. This area is predominantly rural, surrounded by lush landscapes, agricultural fields, and the scenic Tagus River. Despite its tranquil setting, the town is well-connected to larger urban centers, offering a blend of natural beauty and accessibility.

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Focused on promoting cultural exchange, social inclusion and community development, the association organizes initiatives that combine environmental sustainability, artistic expression and civic engagement. With a strong commitment to international cooperation, Dream Dancing connects young people from diverse backgrounds to promote learning, collaboration and a shared sense of responsibility.

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Participants must come prepared with:Clothing and Footwear: Comfortable clothing suitable for outdoor activities; Work gloves and sturdy shs/boots for manual tasks; Rain gear (jacket, waterproof boots) for unexpected weatherPersonal items: Mattress, Sleeping Bag, Pillow; Reusable water bottle; Sunscreen and insect repellent; Toiletries and a towel; Any necessary medications

Sustainable Development Goals

Portugal: HANDS ON (PT-IPJ 5.1)

Dates

01/07/2025 - 12/07/2025

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Age: 18 - 30

Max number of volunteers: 17

Still room for: 8 Male + 9 Female

Languages: English

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Counsellors support campers in the practice of social learning during camp activities, including participation in social volunteering actions. Specifically, volunteers will have to carry out two types of tasks in rotating groups. Under the supervision of the leaders, volunteers are expected to support summer activities (water holidays) for children aged between 4 and 10 years old. Under the supervision of the monitors, volunteers are expected to select, organize and distribute clothes, footwear and toys from the social store to the disadvantaged people. Additionally, we have prepared a diary of cultural and sporting activities to make the experience unforgettable

Accomodation and food

The accommodation will be provided in an local housing or similar, equipped with bathroom, and daily meals will be provided with Mediterranean food, and diet food will be also available. Internet available.

Location and leisure

The camp is placed in Belmonte Village. Belmonte is located in a rural area close to the cities of CovilhEpound and Guarda, the population of Belmonte is 3000 inhabitants

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HANDS ON is a camp where young people acquire social skills, learn and practice Social Thinking in a supportive environment. All campers participate daily in a social group dedicated to organizing and distributing clothing and essential goods to families in need and also supporting children in spending their vacation time, which focuses on the social learning of concepts necessary for everyday life. Campers work hard to achieve camp goals but also to identify their own social goals and to try new strategies as they navigate the week at camp. HANDS ON focuses on teaching campers how to think and solve problems in social situations rather than relying on cues or changes in the external environment around the camper.

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Bring personal use equipment: Comfortable clothes and shs. Sun hat. Beach slippers. Swim suit. Beach towel. Sunglasses. Sunscreen cream.

Sustainable Development Goals

Portugal: CLOSER - ART AND AMP; SOLIDARITY (PT-IPJ 5.2)

Dates

01/07/2025 - 12/07/2025

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Max number of volunteers: 17

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There will be several events with the following tasks:Taking photographs during the musical event, further editing of photographs, publication of photographsPoster Design for a musical event, Design of flyer/foldout for charitable purposesSupport in the assembly of the musical show, placing lights, cables, tripods, stands, microphones and instruments and their supports on the stage, support in changing lyrics and scores during the musical showPreparation of the baskets that will be used as baskets, placement of specific food collection posters, preparation of the table where the baskets will be located during the musical event, collection of food items upon arrival of the publicThere will be also a solidarity fashion show to design and make clothes

Accomodation and food

-Kind of lodgement: A small Residencial Has 5 rooms: 2 bathrooms, showers with hot water, and a large meeting room/kitchen. -Number of meals: 4 (Breakfast, Lunch, break and dinner).

Location and leisure

The camp will take place in Vila Real City in Urban area in the North of Portugal

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The main objectives for the CLOSER Art and amp; Solidarity are:1) Socio-community activities with the population of the Parish of Vila Real, involving young people in the preparation of two main solidarity events;2) Support the highlighted families in this parish with solidarity food baskets;Participants will be staying in a Residencial provided by the Local Host

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Volunteers should bring:Sleeping bag, sleeping blanket; Toiletries, bath towels. A typical food of the locality of each young person that awakens some senses to use in the intercultural night. Pocket Money for the needs of each young person.

Sustainable Development Goals

Portugal: FOR CLIMATE 5.0 (PT-IPJ 11.4)

Dates

07/07/2025 - 18/07/2025

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Age: 18 - 30

Max number of volunteers: 17

Still room for: 8 Male + 9 Female

Languages: English

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Collection and sorting of native plant seeds, which will be used to create micro-reserves;2) Cleaning up watercourses, controlling reeds and other necessary biophysical engineering interventions.3) Nursery maintenance work - In order to ensure the normal functioning of our nursery, the participants will carry out a variety of tasks, including weeding the plants in production, transplanting plants into pots with a larger capacity, watering the mother plants, sowing seeds, reorganizing the space and other tasks that are relevant to the normal functioning of the nursery, thus guaranteeing the survival of the plants in production. 4) Practical workshop on sustainability and changing behavior. 5) Practical workshop on water management.

Accomodation and food

The participants will be accommodated in individual tents which is located 5 km from Montemor-o-Novo.There the participants will cook breakfast and snacks; Lunch and dinner will be provided, exception for weekends where participants have to cook lunch and dinner. Participants are responsible for cleaning the common kitchen and dishes.

Location and leisure

This camp takes place in a rural territory, close to a small city, Montemor-o-Novo in Alentejo region, Portugal. The camp will be at a 7 minutes distance by car from Montemor-o-Novo, transport for the activities will be assured.It is located at approximately at a 100 km distance from Lisbon, the Portuguese city capital and 35km from Evora.

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Our camps is about Climate Change, Sustainability, and Green Economy,. Our aims are: 1) Raise awareness about the importance of youth mobilization and participation in solving local and global problems;2) Promoting youth participation and involvement in environmental and social issues, in particular in the management of water resources and biodiversity;3) Reflect on the causes and consequences of climate change and ways to act as citizens, particularly in terms of managing water resources and biodiversity;4) Reflect on the importance of autochthonous flora species for biodiversity and management of water resources5)To support Marca in setting up and maintaining a nursery of Mediterranean flora species6) Promote reflection on sustainable behaviours, tools that help these behaviours.

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You have to clean the space after cook and eat; You have to clean the WC s; Respect the hours of sleeping; Clean the food boxes every day; Do not leave trash on the floor.Bring Sleeping bag; Towels and toiletries (personal hygiene items); Clothes and shs appropriate for high temperatures and for work in the field; Warm clothes for the night (minimum temperature 12I C); Torch for night use, etc

Sustainable Development Goals

Portugal: TAKE CARE OF YOUR VILLAGE (PT-IPJ 11.5)

Dates

08/07/2025 - 19/07/2025

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Age: 18 - 30

Max number of volunteers: 17

Still room for: 8 Male + 9 Female

Languages: English

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Volunteers have to interact with the community and local youth people to:-Survey of points of interest in the Parish of Castelo Bom Aldeia de S. SebastiEpoundo-Photographic record of the main points of interest identified by their selfs and nominated by residents-Search the parish council archive about the history of the historic village-Preparation of an explanatory document in several languages about the identified locations-Presentation of the document prepared at the Parish Assembly and final evaluation of the projectAt the end, volunteers will learn more about a historic village located in the interior of Portugal, close to the border with Spain

Accomodation and food

Accommodation at Bungalows with 5 or 6 volunteers ( with internet and bed/bath linen, Kitchenette;The food is prepared by the volunteers, who will have everything available in their bungalows. Take a look ate the bungalows in our website - https://www.adcsaldeia.com

Location and leisure

Aldeia de S. SebastiEpoundo is a small village, with 80 inhabitants near the border between Portugal and Spain. The village has no shopping, restaurants or cafes, but in summer the Association bar is open to the public. Castelo Bom is a small and historic village with great view of CEa River located in the interior of Portugal, surrounded by other historic villages. The closest city is Guarda, which is the district capital (40km). The work camp is located in a historic and rural area, quiet and far from big cities, providing moments of leisure and rest for volunteers.

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Make our village known, which will serve as a basis for exchanging experiences between participants;Show participants the interior of the country through interaction with the local community;Provide moments of culture through visits to historical and symbolic places in our region (museums, monuments, points of interest);Promote activities that allow participants to exchange experiences and knowledge of new sociocultural realities.

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Requirements

Bring sportswear, workwear, swimwear (swimming pool), personal hygiene products, country flag, gastronomic products typical of each country. All working tools will be supplied by the association.

Sustainable Development Goals

Portugal: ECOFESTIVAL MOTHER EARTH (PT-IPJ 11.3)

Dates

12/07/2025 - 23/07/2025

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Age: 18 - 30

Max number of volunteers: 17

Still room for: 8 Male + 9 Female

Languages: English

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The tasks are as described: to maintain and increase an organic, educational and community garden; to implement the aromatic garden and create spaces and dynamics to support activities and workshops with children and families as part of the Terra MEpounde Ecofestival; to build composters for organic recycling (for the Ecofestival and for awareness-raising workshops); to recover 6 dry toilets for use at the Festival; to recover spaces for leisure and socializing among families at Quinta do Minhoto; to support the workshops and concerts happening at the Ecofestival, ensuring security of the spaces, hosting artists and other tasks related to the festival.

Accomodation and food

Participants will be living in tents (for individuals or two people) in a part of the Farm with available hot and cold showers and dry toilets. A kitchen complex is an indoor building where participants will have breakfast, lunch and dinner. Snacks in the morning and in the afternoon will be displayed for those who want in the outdoor space of the kitchen. The kitchen complex has an electrical corner to plug devices for charging, but we highly recommend participants to go offline or reduce the use of digital devices to take as much from the experience as possible. There is no internet

Location and leisure

Bring personal hygiene Kit considering natural products (if you dont have, we will produce it during the workcamp), beach and bath towel, swimsuit, sleeping bag, individual flashlight, boots and casual footwear, slippers, work clothes, warm clothing, waterproof, hat, sunscreen, personal documents (European health card, identification card or passport), drink and food for the night intercultural, traditional music and traditional instruments, personal medication. Please, also make sure you have enough of any medication you may need.

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A group of local associations in Fornelos (municipality of Fafe) has been organizing the Terra MEpounde Ecofestival for a number of years in order to invite families to take part in leisure, knowledge and social activities around environmental issues and personal development, under the slogan Three days to change the world, three days to change your life. This festival takes place only with the mobilization of volunteers who set up all the structures, spaces, recovering spaces in nature for sustainable use, preparing workshops, concerts and other workshops for children and adults, in a festival aimed at the whole family. During the festival, participants will have the chance to meet different people, prepare workshops but also engage in other workshops from dances, meditation, arts, etc

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Sleeping in tents for 10 days can be a tough experience, come with open mind for a natural, simple and enriching experience (you will be surprised if you are willing to make that challenge and also be more distant from mobiles or computers.

Sustainable Development Goals

Portugal: CULTURE AND AMP; SOLIDARITY (PT-IPJ 5.3)

Dates

13/07/2025 - 24/07/2025

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There will be several events with the following tasks:Taking photographs during the musical event, further editing of photographs, publication of photographsPoster Design for a musical event, Design of flyer/foldout for charitable purposesSupport in the assembly of the musical show, placing lights, cables, tripods, stands, microphones and instruments and their supports on the stage, support in changing lyrics and scores during the musical showPreparation of the baskets that will be used as baskets, placement of specific food collection posters, preparation of the table where the baskets will be located during the musical event, collection of food items upon arrival of the publicThere will be also a organization and logistical team for donations

Accomodation and food

-Kind of lodgement: A small Residencial Has 5 rooms: 2 bathrooms, showers with hot water, and a large meeting room/kitchen. -Number of meals: 4 (Breakfast, Lunch, break and dinner).

Location and leisure

The camp will take place in Vila Real City, urban city in the North of Portugal

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The main goals for the CULTURE and amp; SOLIDARITY project are:1) Socio-community activities with the population of the Parish of Vila Real, involving young people in the preparation of two main solidarity events;2) Support the entity Borboletas aos Montes ( Association supporting breast cancer patients

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Volunteers should bring:Sleeping bag, sleeping blanket; Toiletries, bath towels. A typical food of the locality of each young person that awakens some senses to use in the intercultural night. Pocket Money for the needs of each young person.

Sustainable Development Goals

Portugal: CONTROL AND MANAGEMENT OF INVASIVE SPECIES 2.0 (PT-IPJ 10.5)

Dates

14/07/2025 - 25/07/2025

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Max number of volunteers: 17

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During the Workcamp participants will perform the following tasks: Learn 6 methods/techniques to control invasive species (Strike/Herbicide injection, pulling, peeling, mowing, mowing application of herbicides and natural control);Apply the most appropriate control techniques to the 4 species selected in the municipality of Fornos de Algodres;Prepare publicity/awareness-raising materials about the advantages/importance of controlling and managing invasive species with a view to environmental sustainability;Raise awareness among the population of the importance of environmental sustainability;Remove rubbish improperly deposited in intervention spaces.

Accomodation and food

The participants will stay at Hostel EntryFik.The participants will sleep in dormitories divided per gender. In the Hostel, we will have a team that clean the accommodation and cook the meals. For more information about hostel, the participants can check Hostel Website: www.hostelentryfik.com . Meals will be served at the hostel. All special food requirements will be respected if theres prior information sent to the participants. We will have 5 meals a day (breakfast, lunch, snack, dinner and supper).There is free wi-fi

Location and leisure

Maceira is a rural portuguese parish in the municipality of Fornos de Algodres, in the province of Beira Alta, in the Center region and sub-region of Serra da Estrela, with an area of 8.06 kmI and 229 inhabitants.The address is: Rua do Vale da Vinha, 1, 6370-341 Maceira - Fornos de Algodres, Portugal.

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Control and management of invasive species 2.0 aims to promote environmental education and reflect/raise awareness about the importance of preserving the environment, the impact of invasive species on ecosystems, the importance of controlling and managing invasive species and sustainable growth, through initiative to control and manage 5 invasive species in the municipality of Fornos de Algodres.As for leisure activities, we will have visits (to the museum, library, river beach, social solidarity institutions), intercultural evenings, sports activities, traditional games, parties, swimming pool, cultural activities, ect.During the morning and beginning the afternoon the participants do their voluntering work, during afternoon and night the participants will have the leisure activities

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Participants should bring: the usual and necessary items for the duration of the Camp; practical and / or sporting clothing; comfortable shs (and socks); sunscreen, cap / hat; towels.

Sustainable Development Goals

Portugal: GET TO WORK: CREATE TO PLAY (PT-IPJ 12.2)

Dates

14/07/2025 - 25/07/2025

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Age: 18 - 30

Max number of volunteers: 12

Still room for: 6 Male + 6 Female

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TasksDesign and build toys, board games, and interactive educational resources using recycled materials.Paint and decorate the materials collaboratively with children from the community.Organize and lead activities where the created resources will be tested with children.Participate in sustainability awareness initiatives and cultural exchange activities.

Accomodation and food

Volunteers will stay in shared accommodations provided by AssociaEEpoundo SEJovem das Saibreiras, equipped with hygiene facilities, sleeping areas, and common spaces. Three meals per day will be provided, including local and vegetarian options. Internet and laundry facilities will be available

Location and leisure

Ermesinde is an urban area near Porto, known for its community spirit and proximity to cultural landmarks. The location is accessible and offers various facilities, ensuring a comfortable and engaging experience for volunteers

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The Get to Work: Create to Play workcamp will bring together 12 volunteers in Ermesinde to create large-scale board games, toys, and educational materials using recycled materials. The project focuses on sustainability, cultural exchange, and providing resources for local children supported by SEjovem. Volunteers will work in teams to design and construct the materials while interacting with the children and community members

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Volunteers should be prepared for physical activities such as crafting and painting. No specific skills are required, but creativity and motivation are encouraged.They have to bring:Comfortable clothing suitable for crafting and outdoor activities.Personal hygiene items, towels, and reusable water bottles.Cultural items for sharing traditions (optional).

Sustainable Development Goals

Portugal: GIVING NATURE A HAND 3.0 (PT-IPJ 10.9)

Dates

15/07/2025 - 24/07/2025

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Max number of volunteers: 12

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The volunteering tasks focus on ecosystem restoration and include a variety of activities: pruning young trees and managing pine and other native species to accelerate their growth; creating and maintaining access paths for volunteers and visitors; restoring riparian vegetation; building water runoff barriers with local materials to improve soil and water infiltration; and controlling invasive plants like Acacia dealbata, which degrades local ecosystems. Control methods involve pulling small trees and ring barking larger ones. Volunteers will also help with camera trapping, setting up and retrieving cameras to capture wildlife photos and videos, with results shared afterward via email. Additionally, participants will identify and record fauna and flora using the iNaturalist app.

Accomodation and food

Volunteers will be camping. There is a central facility with showers, and WC for women and man, with all basic hygiene facilities. There is another central facility for socializing, with board and card games, and a small bar/shop. The camping site has internet available, as well as outdoor barbecue and eating tables. There is no kitchen or laundry.MONTIS will provide regular meals, with the possibility of vegetarian by request. These include breakfast, lunch, afternoon snack and dinner. Lunch will be served on the field as a packed lunch.

Location and leisure

The location of the Workcamp is in a remote rural area. Volunteers will camp in Bioparque de Carvalhais (https://bioparque.org). The closest village is 2 km from the camp. MONTIS will have a van available to support the needed transportation. The intervention area distances from the campsite are about 20 minutes walking

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The work camp aims to unite young people from diverse nationalities, cultures, and backgrounds to enhance biodiversity, restore degraded ecosystems, and improve landscape fire resilience. Activities will take place in an ecologically degraded and sensitive area managed by MONTIS in Carvalhais.Participants, guided by monitors and specialists, will gain skills in nature conservation and ecosystem restoration through a learn by doing approach. Tasks include individual and group activities, fauna workshops, and leisure events to foster intercultural interaction and linguistic learning.Expected nature outputs include improved vegetation growth, habitat conditions, fire resilience, soil quality, and water infiltration, as well as fauna and flora identification recorded on iNaturalist.

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be comfortable with walking and physical activity, as there will be at least a total of 45 minutes of walking during each day and 5 hours of physical volunteering work. They should bring their own sleeping bags, comfortable clothes and footwear suitable for mountain and nature working, several changes of clothes (there is no laundry), personal hygiene items, flip flops for bathing, reusable water

Sustainable Development Goals

Portugal: ECOACTION QEM (PT-IPJ 10.1)

Dates

15/07/2025 - 26/07/2025

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Age: 18 - 30

Max number of volunteers: 17

Still room for: 8 Male + 9 Female

Languages: English

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Restoration and clearance work of some degraded trails and natural heritage;- Vegetation trimming and removal;- Improvement of local fauna, flora, and landscape, including fire prevention actions;- Building nest-boxes for birds, insects and bats;- Cleaning a pond for wildlife;- Control invasive species;- Presentation and discussion of the natural and social reality of the regions of origin of the participants;- Promotion of environmentally and socially responsible attitudes and values;- Development of action-training actions focused on individual and collective learning.

Accomodation and food

Participants will sleep in a house that supports QEMs activities, on mattresses and with their sleeping bags. There will be 2 shared rooms (separated by gender). There are hot water showers also separated by gender.Participants have to bring their own towels and hygiene products, sleeping bag or sheetsblanket, and pillow. The organization will provide breakfasts, lunches and dinners. Lunches and dinners are prepared/cooked served at a canteen from Santa Casa da MisericErdias social complex, but some lunches will be served in the field (sandwiches, fruits, etc.)

Location and leisure

The camp will take place at the Quinta EcolEgica da Moita (QEM), a 14 hectares forest that locates at the village of Oliveirinha, in a rural setting near the city of Aveiro, here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/FP1VUruHVgReL2Fm9 QEM used to be a very active educational forest but it has been abandoned for a few years and needs restoration and maintenance work to become visitable and a pedagogical forest again.

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General objectives:- Improvement of the visiting and safety conditions at Quinta EcolEgica da Moita, a oak forest that has been abandoned for about 6 years;- Valorisation and promotion of natural and cultural heritage (namely, walking trails and green areas);- Promotion of sustainability, environmental awareness, and biodiversity protection;- Promotion of intercultural relationships, good environmental practices, and citizenship;- Promotion of specific skills in the field of cultural and natural heritage protection.Specific objectives: - Maintenance and clearance of walking trails;- Removal of invasive species and prevention of forest fires by controlling shrubs and invasive vegetation;- Maintenance and recovery of a wildlife pond;- Installation of shelters for wildlife

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Bring music and food from your region, working clothes and shs, sunscreen, hat, a presentation on the nature of your region, towels and all needed hygiene products, sleeping bag.

Sustainable Development Goals

Portugal: AVANCA 2025 (PT-IPJ 12.1)

Dates

18/07/2025 - 29/07/2025

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Preparation phaseSignposting setting for the different spaces in AVANCA 2025;Poster and pending poster distribution;Adaptation of the Egas Moniz school classrooms for workshops attainment;Workshop related Video-Informatics equipment installation and testing;Cleaning and preparation of the Auditorium of Avanca for competitive sessions of Cinema and Video;Airport reception and welcoming of the international guests ( directors, actors, producers, technicians, etc...Cleaning and maintenance of spaces and sanitary installationsDuring the Festival:Check-in support for the participants and guests;Maintenance of the Workshop rooms;Cantina support;Cleaning and maintenance of common areas;After - Cleaning, collecting equipment

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Volunteers will be accommodated in the school s classrooms. They will have access to mattresses. The school has bathrooms and changing rooms with hot water, open 24 hours/day.Regarding food, breakfast will be prepared in the school canteen, where volunteers will have at their disposal the most varied items for its preparation. Lunches and dinners will be either in the school canteen or in local restaurants, always accompanied by the monitors

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Avanca is a Portuguese parish in the municipality of Estarreja, with an area of 21.07 kmI and 6 189 inhabitants. Avanca belongs to the municipality of Estarreja, District of Aveiro. It is limited by the municipalities of Murtosa, Ovar and Oliveira de AzemEis. It is served by Estrada Nacional 109, by A29, as well as by the North railway line.The center of the workcamp takes place at the heart of the festival, at Escola BEUsica Prof Dr Egas Moniz, where the workshops will also take place and where the secretariat and conference are located. The school is located in the center of the small village

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Volunteers in this workcamp are involved in various levels of the organization, providing a determinant support for the success of this International Festival.Being AVANCA an idea sharing favored space, creative fusion and cultural interchange between, professionals, students and cinema and multimedia lovers, IWC volunteers will naturally participate and dive in this international, culture and creative atmosphere. To moments dedicated to cultural animation and discovering of surroundings, Cine-Clube de Avanca offers a set of activities, which will give an insight of the social realities, cultural and gastronomical, between others, from the village of Avanca and the region that extends the cities of Aveiro and Porto.

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Smoking is not allowed inside the rooms. The camp has night-time surveillance. Bring Sleeping camping bag, pillow, items of personal hygiene, working clothes for some tasks and other goods that are deemed necessary

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Portugal: ACTIVE GRANJA (PT-IPJ 12.3)

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19/07/2025 - 28/07/2025

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Age: 18 - 30

Max number of volunteers: 12

Still room for: 6 Male + 6 Female

Languages: English

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help at promoting and developing cultural and traditional events for Grupo Desportivo e Recreativo da Granja association, together with the local community, doing hands-on work and logistical tasks at the association headquarters and across the village, while hanging out and having some fun with the community at entertainment times. interact with the village community through storytelling activities and by patronizing elderly people (helping them at doing some tasks, keeping company, entertaining, chatting, etc.).help at promoting our natural resources, by creating figures with our local and traditional black clay, by experiencing our thermal and healing waters in Carvalhal hot springs, while sightseeing in the local heritage and landscapes.

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The lodgement of the camp is Granja Sports Hall, a very large indoor sports hall, with internet. It will be divided into a dormitory area and a large multipurpose area. The dormitory will be adapted with camp beds, and it will be separated for boys and girls with movable dividers. ThereIs an adjoining bathouse with ladies bathroom and gentlemen bathroom. We provide breakfast, lunch, snakc and dinner.

Location and leisure

The camp is placed in the inner centre of Portugal, in a small rural village, called Granja, which is inhabited by approximately 130 people. ItIs 3,5 hours away from Lisbon and 1,5 hours away from Oporto by car. The closest city to Granja is Viseu, where you can go by car, taxi or bus.

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Active Granja workcamp is about social and environmental sustainability. It aims at fighting GranjaIs geographic and social isolation. We want to make the village more alive, more active and more aligned with young peopleIs interests. We also want to provide its inhabitants with a joyful, intergenerational cxistence, with new experiences, knowledge and worldview. Therefore, we are eager to activate Granja with the help and the companionship of some nice young people from abroad who want to joins us and help us with the organization and the development of traditional practices and other activities in our community, daily tasks and entertainment, with promoting our culture, with attracting young people to the village, with making our village more charming, greener and smarter.

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Sportswear and comfortable footwear. Mountain shs. Coat for cold nights. A cap or hat. Sleeping bag and pillow. Bath and changing room equipment (towels, bathing suit, swimming suit, cap, slippers...). Backpack. Toiletries. Own medicines. Sunscreen. Insect repellent. Musical instruments and/ or other tools for arts they play are welcome. Technological gadgets- laptop/ phone Chargers compatible

Sustainable Development Goals

Portugal: UNITED BY DONKEYS III (PT-IPJ 11.1)

Dates

21/07/2025 - 01/08/2025

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Age: 18 - 30

Max number of volunteers: 17

Still room for: 8 Male + 9 Female

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Promote the animal welfare of donkeys - feed the animals and help with their basic care tasks Maintenance and improvement of the infrastructure of the donkey shelter Dry stone wall rebuilding Support autochthonous biodiversity Building and placing nest boxes for birds Activities to support local community Construction of fence Creation of materials for the environmental enrichment of spaces designated for donkeys

Accomodation and food

Basic housing with electricity ( with one large room equipped with bunk beds, one living room, WC, and showers with hot water. There is no bar in the village neither a supermarket, but if something is needed, we can easily support the volunteers to get it. Volunteers who want extra privacy can bring camping tents. Theres good wifi in the proximity of the accommodation, more precisely at the CAB office, which is in the village.

Location and leisure

The accommodation is located in Palancar village, geographically included in the Natura 2000 network and Douro Internacional Natural Park, about 6 kms from Miranda do Douro city. Located in a rural area in the northeast of Portugal, very close to the border with Spain, its a village that suffers aging population problems, which makes these experiences very important for the rural development of this region.

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The main goals of this workcamp are the recovery of rural heritage, enhancing the biodiversity of our Center, and promoting the animal welfare of donkeys and their quality of life. We want to o enable the discovery of the Miranda Plateau, a unique rural region, rich in natural beauty, biodiversity, culture and traditions. With so aging population in these villages, one of the goals is bringing together the young participants and the local community, therefore promoting intercultural (urban/rural, international/national) and intergenerational (youngsters/ elderly) encounters and exchanges.

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Bring Sleeping bag; towels; comfortable work clothing (for cold and hot weather); waterproof hiking boots (or similar); sunscreen; waterproof coat.

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