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Child and youth support volunteer programme

Near Split, Croatia, support disadvantaged children and young people or adults with disabilities through homework help, creative workshops and outdoor activities.

Where
Split, Croatia
Length
From 2 to 12 weeks
Minimum age
18 years old
Language
English basic

from €1,725 for 2 weeks

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The project

This humanitarian trip to Croatia allows you to support young people and people with disabilities through two different projects. Depending on your interests and the needs of the local organizations, you can take part in educational, social, creative and daily support activities.

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Your role

Youth Support Project

  • Homework help and educational support.
  • Organizing sports, artistic and creative activities.
  • English support, informally, to help improve their spoken and written English skills.
  • Cultural exchange, by sharing your culture and experiences.
  • Guidance and encouragement, by becoming a positive role model for young people.
  • Supporting the daily running of the center and the various activities offered.

Disability Support Project

  • Outdoor activities: beach walks, bicycle rides or activities on an animal farm.
  • Creative activities: arts and crafts and cooking workshops.
  • Support with physical therapy exercises, under the supervision of the local team.
  • Companionship and support: spending time with participants and providing social and emotional support.

These two projects offer a rewarding and enriching experience, allowing you to take part in activities that promote education, inclusion, independence and well-being among the people being supported.

Accommodation and meals

Accommodation in a youth hostel, in single-sex dormitories of 4 to 8 people with air conditioning (private rooms available on request). Free 24/7 Wi-Fi. The accommodation also has a shared kitchen, a garden, and communal terraces.

The hostel is located in a quiet and safe neighborhood of the city, close to the beach and within walking distance of the city center, with a bus stop nearby.

Youth Support Project

This project provides a supportive and caring educational environment for underprivileged children and young people in the Split area, offering them educational support, activities and guidance that promote their personal development and social skills.

As a volunteer, you will mainly work in after-school centers, where you will serve as a positive role model for young people. Your presence also helps promote cultural exchange and bring new ideas and perspectives.

Disability Support Project

This project allows you to work in centers supporting adults with physical or mental disabilities. The aim is to promote their well-being, independence and integration into the community, while helping to create a caring and inclusive environment.

Working alongside local staff and other volunteers, you will take part in various activities adapted to the abilities and needs of the people being supported.

Additional information

Three meals a day, every day: breakfast, lunch, and dinner (local style). Vegetarian, gluten-free, and lactose-free options are also available upon request.

Budget

How long are you going for?

2 weeks

Arrivals on Sunday, all year round

Total programme budget€1,725

That is, per week€863

Each extra week

Check availability for 2 weeks

What is included

  • Accommodation
  • Three meals a day, every day: breakfast, lunch and dinner
  • Airport pick-up (on Sunday).
  • Guided tour of the city (2 hours).
  • Materials and equipment.
  • Assistance 24 hours a day, 7 days a week (365 days a year at any time).
  • European Youth Card included to receive discounts all across Europe

Not included

  • Flights
  • Return to the airport.
  • Transportation between the accommodation and the youth centre.
  • Personal expenses.
  • Personal insurance (health or accident).

Where your money goes
Donations are reinvested in full and directly into the local associations. How the costs break down

How to fund my project

See the budget week by week
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Your application

An up-to-date CV and a cover letter describing your background and what brings you here.

Conditions to take part

  • CV
  • Cover letter
  • Criminal record check
  • Age 18+

Insurance

For any project abroad, Freepackers requires travel insurance covering accidents, illness, repatriation and third-party liability. With Chapka Cap Student, you get 5% off.

Online language lessons

With Clic Campus: video lessons and an e-learning platform, from home.

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