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What? ESC long term Volunteering (3 projects)
When? November 14th 2025 – May 11th 2026
Where? Mussomeli, Sicily, Italy
Participating countries : Live / reside in EU or ESC program counties
Opened spots for 10 volunteers from all over Europe
Deadline for applications: November 1st 2025
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About the Projects:
1️⃣ImpAction Strauss APS is an international volunteering project in the heart of rural Sicily, designed to combine creativity, education, and solidarity in order to generate tangible community change.
Hosted in collaboration with local organizations, the project brings together young people from across Europe to co-create educational and community-based initiatives that empower youth, foster inclusion, and strengthen active citizenship.
2️⃣ImpAction Casa Rosetta – Casa Rosetta is a center dedicated to providing support and opportunities for individuals with physical, intellectual, developmental, or other types of disabilities. Volunteers are involved in facilitating a range of activities with the aim of promoting social inclusion among the center’s users.
3️⃣ ImpAction Casa Vanessa – Casa Vanessa serves as a place of refuge and care for children and adolescents who are in vulnerable situations. These minors are facing various challenges, such as abuse, neglect, or other difficult circumstances.
We are looking for motivated young people coming from EU-COUNTRIES who:
• Are 18-30 years old
• Are residents of an EU country or ESC partner country
• Are passionate about volunteering, education, and community work
• Enjoy working in multicultural teams
• Are open to travelling, learning, and creating impact
No previous experience is required — just bring your energy, creativity, and curiosity!
What You Will Gain 🌱
By joining Moving Minds, you will:
• Develop practical skills in non-formal education and youth facilitation
• Gain experience in working with schools and communities
• Strengthen your teamwork, leadership, and intercultural competences
• Make a real impact in rural Sicilian communities
• Be part of an unforgettable itinerant volunteering journey
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More information: volunteering@straussaps.eu
COST AND FEES
This project is funded by Erasmus+ programme: accommodation, food, materials, the programme and the travel costs up to the maximum allowed amount are fully covered.
Travelling green (bus/train) is highly encouraged.
Apply by filling in the form: Application form.
Deadline for applications: November 1st 2025
Website: www.straussaps.eu
Facebook: www.facebook.com/StraussAPS
Instagram: www.instagram.com/strauss_aps
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/associazione-cult-strauss
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This program is co-funded by the Erasmus+ / European Solidarity Corps program of the European Union.
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