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European Solidarity Corps (ESC), former European Voluntarity Service (EVS), is a project made by EU addressed to youth who would like to make a positive change in the surrounding world.
European Solidarity Corps (ESC), former European Voluntarity Service (EVS), is a project made by EU addressed to youth who would like to make a positive change in the surrounding world.
ESC is about being a volunteer, often abroad (but if you don’t like travelling it’s possible to help your local organisation too), and working in a multicultural society.
ESC is about being a volunteer, often abroad (but if you don’t like travelling it’s possible to help your local organisation too), and working in a multicultural society.
First of all, in order to be accepted for this programme, you must be 18-30 years old. And that’s the most important rule. To apply or get involved your financial status doesn’t matter, you can be at any level of education, have a various work experience and your ability to speak the foreign language doesn’t have to be perfect too! What is really required is your willingness to do something for others, to learn, to get to know other’s people mentality and attitude towards life.
Generally, there are two kinds of projects: short term (1-2 months) and long term (2-12 months). You can participate in the project only once, but you can apply for the short term project, and then participate in the long term one (but not the other way around).
More official information you can find here, at the ESC official website: europa.eu/youth/solidarity_es and also on ESC facebook page.
Usually, the whole Europe is at your fingertips. The important thing to remember, if you’d like to travel abroad, is that not every sending organisation is cooperating with every single country in Europe (it means, that working with the specific project sometimes can’t be possible, because they’re only for people, for example, from Belgium). But if you create your account and you search for different projects (while logged in) only opportunities accessible for you will show up!
It’s impossible to hide the importance of money in everyday life. Depending on the country you will travel to, from the project grant you will receive pocket money and if not food itself – money for the food. Also your travel costs, rent and flat expenses will be covered (for example, for travelling to Germany/Poland/Portugal/… and back to Spain you will receive 275€). So, if you're willing to learn maintaining your daily expenses - you really won't have to pay for anything.
More information about finance and other FAQs you can find here: europa.eu/youth/solidarity/faq_es
There’s a variety of things you can do and every each of them is related to the specific project topic, for example: social challenges, health and wellbeing, education and training, disaster prevention and recovery, environment and natural protection… So finding something that may catch your eye usually is a time consuming task.
Here's a little guideline to show you how the application process looks like:
How to apply?
How to apply?
1. Create a profile at the European Youth Portal (this is the first part of registration).
2. You will receive an email with the activation link to confirm registration and create a password.
3. After logging in you'll be able to choose one of intersting options. In order to search for volunteering programmes click the 'volunterring' box.
4. Choose 'Becoming a volunteer'. You will be able to see different volunterring options. If you are still interested in going abroad and becoming part of ESC, click here to join ESC and register (2nd part of registration).
5. You will have to fulfill an application form:
6. After completing the form you will receive a 2nd activation email and from now on you will have the access to your own personal dashboard. From this moment you have your own Participant Reference Number.
This is a nice moment to complete your ESC profile.
- Upload your CV!!!
- Say some words about your experience.
- Choose countries you'd like to travel to.
- Choose areas of work that you're interested in.
7. At the bottom of the page you can find 'Search for more' button. By clicking it you will be able to see programmes in which you can participate.
8. Remember to mark the 'Show only opportunities I can apply for' button. Thanks to it only projects accessible for your country will be shown to you.
As you can see, you can filter results by countries, topics and dates.
9. Right now you can choose different projects and read about them. Remember to upload your CV - without it you won't be able to apply.
Pay attention to deadlines and activity dates. In description you can find information about accomodation, living conditions, your tasks and other additional things.
10. Congratulations! After applying a confirmation email will be sent to you - right now all you have to do is to wait for contact from the organisation.
...but, for those who prefer things a little bit easier there’s also a different way:
...but, for those who prefer things a little bit easier there’s also a different way:
Obre't'Ebre is a local organisation (the office is based in Roquetes) willing to help you get through the application process. They're working with different organisations helping local communities. On their facebook page you can get a look at and get to know the projects they’re managing and if you like it – just send your application! As an organisation, they have a lot of experience and patience to explain you things and get you involved. If you're hesitating - try not to be afraid to ask!
Obre't'Ebre as a sending organisation will take care of you. They will tell you how to apply, what to expect from the programme. You can count on them when it comes to explaining the agreement and things you are obligated to do during your mobility. Also during your stay they are in contact with you - helping you with problems and issues and following up your progress and motivation.
Presentació del Voluntariat del Cos Solidari Europeu
Presentació del Voluntariat del Cos Solidari Europeu
De la mà de l’entitat juvenil Obre’t Ebre, el passat 9 d’octubre assistim a la presentació del programa de voluntariat del Cos Solidari Europeu.
De la mà de l’entitat juvenil Obre’t Ebre, el passat 9 d’octubre assistim a la presentació del programa de voluntariat del Cos Solidari Europeu.
La tècnica de l’Entitat, Núria de la Vega, acompanyada de Hakan de Turquia, Monika de la República Txeca i Marianna de Rússia, ens expliquen en què consistent el programa i l’experiència dels 3 voluntaris durant la seva estada als municipis de Tortosa i Roquetes.
L’objectiu de la xerrada és motivar l’alumnat del centre a participar en la mobilitat internacional, així com donar a conèixer la figura del voluntari europeu que s’espera rebre a l’institut al segon trimestre.
Hi, I'm Kinga!
I came to Tortosa from Poland. I have to admit - travelling to Spain was a huge step out of my comfort zone, but the hottest season is still ahead of me... :)
I've decided to participate in ESC because of very simple reasons. I wanted to change my life (at least just a little bit) and do something good for others. And I still want to do it.
Right now I'm a volunteer at Institut de l'Ebre. During the lockdown I was assigned to creating the text you're currently reading and translating course descriptions to English. Also! We have an English Speaking Club, which is not only the way to practice English, but also to get to know local culture and people (even while working online, which for me is pretty surprising but yet amazing!). Besides of simple topics like movies and hobbies we're not afraid of talking about serious things like government in different countries, feminism, procrastination and food ;)
If you want to, here you can find more information about me: my presentation in Catalan
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