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OUR FUTURE IS NOW 5 Project in Ankara 2026
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Publish Date 10/30/2026 Application Deadline Not Specified Opportunity Type Volunteering Publisher Foras Khadra Available Countries Jordan, Egypt, Tunisia, Algeria, Morocco Description

A funded individual volunteering opportunity under the European Solidarity Corps in Ankara, Türkiye, from 1 November to 30 December 2026. Volunteers take part in sports, arts and cultural activities and support the education of refugee children.

Details
  • Facilitating creative workshops, speaking clubs, theatre and art sessions, sports activities and cultural events
  • Supporting the education of refugee children
  • Organizing community events
  • Joining visits to the Elderly Care Home to foster intergenerational dialogue
  • Gaining experience in Erasmus+ project design, teamwork and youth engagement

Opportunity details:

  • Activity type: Individual volunteering
  • Activity dates: 01/11/2026 to 30/12/2026
  • Location: Kültür Mah, Yüksel Cad, No:39/7, Çankaya, Ankara, Türkiye
  • Topics: Social challenges, Education and training, Creativity and culture
  • Project code: 2024-1-TR01-ESC51-VTJ-000235671
  • Deadline: No application deadline

Applications are submitted through the organization's application form. Only selected candidates will be contacted.

Eligibility Criteria
  • Aged 18 to 30
  • Highly motivated and interested in youth work
  • Willing to reduce screen time and promote active lifestyles
  • Eager to build friendships with local and refugee youth
  • Open to intercultural learning, ready to share their own culture and learn Turkish language and culture
  • Able to work independently and in a diverse team, contribute creative ideas and take part in community activities
  • Applicants must come from one of the eligible countries
Opportunity Benefits
  • Accommodation in fully equipped shared apartments in the city center, close to the office and Youth Center, with internet, TV, washing machine and dishwasher
  • Food allowance and pocket money
  • Travel costs reimbursed according to ESC distance limits
  • Transport for project activities covered
  • Standard ESC training cycle, developing skills in intercultural learning, leadership, conflict resolution and crisis management
  • Turkish language classes focused on speaking skills
  • Youthpass certificate