Image: Green Leaders [4 week]

Green Leaders [4 week]

Joyce n fun·Skiathos 370 02, Greece

Global Volunteer

Volunteer in NGOs, Schools, or Foundations in various Countries/Territories.

English

These are the locally spoken languages that you’ll have to know.
Project
The project aims to impact SDG #13 by educating communities about climate change and building action plans to reduce critical factors affecting the environment.
This project contributes to,
Image: Climate Action - Target 13.3

Climate Action - Target 13.3

By 2030, Improve education, awareness-raising and human and institutional capacity on climate change mitigation, adaptation, impact reduction and early warning

Role

Project Activities

Week 1
Participating in daily activities alongside the team and other volunteers to understand the site's routines and needs.
Carrying out an initial practical task (e.g. soil or material preparation).
Defining how project progress and results will be documented and presenting the project plan during the afternoon team meeting.
Getting to know the team and the Joy'ce Kingdom facilities.
Guided tour of the land and introduction to its systems (solar energy, garden, and composting).
Safety guidelines for using tools and performing daily tasks.
Week 2
Practical activities in the garden and food forest, including planting, mulching, and composting.
Participating in the workshop "The 3 Rs of Ecology: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle" with other volunteers.
Discussing the impact of climate change on Skiathos and its local community, focusing on drought, rising temperatures, and coastal erosion.
Week 3
Participating in a small natural building project using local and natural materials (e.g. constructing a bench or a small wall).
Participating in a workshop on carbon footprints and the impact of our everyday choices.
Applying simple low-impact technologies and exploring ways of living with limited resources.
Week 4
Preparing a final volunteer report and presenting the experience and outcomes to the organization's team and AIESEC.
Completing the construction and individual project started during the first week and handing it over to the next volunteer.
Participating in a beach or local area clean-up together with the team and other volunteers
Documenting the work through photographs and written content, followed by a short presentation or social media post showcasing the activities and results.

Working hours

Monday to Friday

9:00 am - 2:00 pm

Process

The steps involved in being selected for this opportunity.
Canada
Estimated process time is not yet available.

Logistics

What you’ll be provided with during your stay

Benefits of becoming a Global Volunteer

Learn about the Sustainable Development Goals and participate in a social project designed for impact.
International Exposure - Experience new cultures and industries.
Develop your Leadership (our programs can help you develop the following leadership values: striving for excellence, demonstrating integrity, activating leadership, acting sustainably, enjoying participation and living diversity).
Receive AIESEC Support for Selection (assistance with your application to opportunities and decision making process).
Receive AIESEC Support after Selection (Visa support, help in finding and providing accommodation, assisting during first day of work).

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