You will work in a several socially excluded neighbourhoods of Usti nad Labem. The main work will be the preparation and realization of creative leisure activities for children and teenagers from the area that have very limited opportunities during summer holidays. The program for children will include trips and outdoor games. Bring ideas or equipment for games and activities with you. Please note that most of the children speak only Czech so be ready for the language barrier and think of other means of communication. Apart from the activities mentioned, you will do some maintenance works in and around the premises of the PiN or in public space. Please bring also some working clothes and shoes that can get dirty.
Accomodation & food:
In the premises of PiN. You ll sleep in one room on the ground, (without beds) so bring a sleeping bag and a mat. For participants with children, we can arrange a separate room. You will have a bathroom (1 shower, 2 toilets) and a kitchen. During your stay the house will be running normally so you will share it with the employees of PiN. You will get money to buy food and cook meals on your own.
Location & leisure:
Usti nad Labem (city of 100 000 people), Northern Bohemia i in particular three locations of Predlice, Krasne Brezno and Mojzir (areas of the city that have high percentage of socially disadvantaged people)Study part: Lecture about social exclusion in the Czech Republic, the system of social care and the activities of the hosting NGO PiN. There will be a guided tour around different workplaces of PiN in Usti nad Labem organized for you at the beginning of the workcamp.Leisure time: Trips to the surrounding countryside (nature-parks, castles, close-by mountains and historical cities). It will be possible to go swimming or enjoy other activities, such as bowling, etc. In the middle of the workcamp a two-day trip will be organized for you. Bring good boots for hiking.
Requirements:
A motivation letter sent with the application form is strictly required The workcamp is suitable for volunteers who are interested in the topic of social exclusion and are happy to spend time with children and teenagers. Creativity, organizational skills and good attitude to teamwork are an advantage.
You will work with the elderly and get a fixed part in their daily program. You will organize art workshops, leisure time activities (board games) and a garden party for them and assist with occupational therapy and outdoor-activities (going for walks, etc.). You will also assist the nurses in taking care for the clients and potentially do some manual work. It is very much welcome if you come with your own ideas and initiative on what can be done. Please bring your favourite music, pictures or simple games with you.
Accomodation & food:
In a nearby hostel in rooms with beds and linen. Each room also has its own bathroom. Lunches will be provided at the canteen of the social centre and will not be always suitable for vegetarians. Breakfast will be provided at the accommodation; dinners will be given to you in a package by the social centre and will be usually cold.
Location & leisure:
Prague 15, a quarter at the outskirts of Prague.Study part: Learn more about social care in the Czech Republic and meet with seniors. You can practise Czech if you speak some.Leisure time: The quarter has a lot of green areas and good facilities for sport. You can swim in the direct neighbourhood. Besides you can visit Prague and see some of the great surroundings.
Requirements:
We prefer highly motivated, outgoing and creative volunteers. A relevant motivation letter needs to be handed in with the application form. Before arriving at the project, you will be required to submit a certificate of good conduct and a medical note stating you have no infectious diseases. If you speak some Czech, it will be very helpful in communication with the elderly.
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