This project will take place in cooperation with Emmaus Haarzuilens where the volunteers will live and work together with the residents of Emmaus. The volunteers will help out at the second hand store, which includes picking up second hand goods and placing them in the shop. Together with the residents, the volunteers will organize a special summer market and anniversary festival on 28th August. Volunteers will help with the set-up and break-down of the festival and the organization of a fashion show to present the second hand clothes that are for sale. The income from this sale is fully used to support a chosen special project. Besides this work, volunteers will also help with maintenance work on the grounds of the community (washing dishes and helping out with the cooking).
Accomodation & food:
Volunteers will stay in comfortable accommodation at the Emmaus grounds. Beds are provided, but participants need to bring their own sleeping bags. They will cook and eat together with the residents of Emmaus.
Location & leisure:
Together with the camp leaders the volunteers will discuss the recreational program. For example, they can explore the beautiful historical city centre of Utrecht by bike, climb the Dom Tower, go canoeing on the canals, visit a museum, or visit other places in The Netherlands. The camp leaders will have some ideas, but of course it is possible for the volunteers to put forward their own ideas for this program! Leisure time will also be spent on the theme: "Cross your borders!". During this activity, the participants will interact with the local communities, learn more about human rights and the current situation, share their cultures with each other and have fun!
Requirements:
•Motivation letter required, due to the specific rules and motivation of the residents•At least an intermediate level in English•Sleeping bag•Rain is spread throughout the year, so bring warm clothes, a raincoat and a swimming suit!
Age:
18-99
Location:
Haarzuilens, province of utrecht, the middle of the netherlands
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