Volunteer Opportunity in Poland 2025 - "Expand Our Horizons" Project in Poznań
About the opportunity
The "Expand Our Horizons" project is a vibrant summer initiative in Poznań, bringing together 22 volunteers from diverse backgrounds to organize interactive activities in public spaces from July 2, 2025, to July 31, 2025. The project aims to promote intercultural understanding and cooperation through events designed for children, adults, and the elderly, including refugees from Ukraine.
The state
- Poland.
The city
- Poznan.
Donor
- CIM Horizonty Foundation .
Explanation of volunteering
Main activities:
- Organizing daytime summer camps and public animation shows.
- Engage children in different cultures without leaving Poznan.
- Improve children's language skills and foster an appreciation of cultural diversity.
- Preparing a theatrical and musical performance as a finale for the project.
- Organizing events at festivals outside Poznań to promote cultural unity.
working hours:
- Workshops at kindergartens or school camps: 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM.
- Activities in public areas: 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM.
- Cultural Centers Opening Hours: 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
- CIM Horizonty office hours: 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
Main tasks of the volunteer
- Facilitating summer camps and recreational activities for children and the elderly.
- Supporting children from diverse backgrounds (including Ukrainian refugees).
- Prepare a presentation about the volunteer's culture and country.
- Participate in preparing the final theatrical or musical show.
- Collaborate with the team to promote values such as peace and cultural diversity.
Experiences while volunteering
- Intensive training during the first week on values and activities with children.
- Support from experienced mentors and psychology experts when needed.
- Final evaluation at the end of the project to measure progress.
- Opportunity to suggest new activities (e.g. creative workshops).
Countries available for application
- This opportunity is available to most countries around the world.
Financing
- Accommodation: In a student residence in Poznań, shared rooms for three people, equipped with refrigerators and bed linens.
- Transportation: Free local transportation card.
- Expenses: pocket money and food allowance.
- Getting around: The city center is within half an hour by bus/tram.
Admission criteria
- Age: 18–30 years .
- Commitment to values: peace, intercultural cooperation, non-discrimination, inclusiveness.
- Skills:
- Love working with children and the arts.
- English language proficiency.
- Experience in theatre or musical performances.
Tips from former volunteers
- Use apps like Jakdojade and E-podroznik to find out transit schedules.
- Join the "International Friends of Poznan" Facebook group to expand your network.
- Avoid overspending and monitor your bank account through apps.
- Feel free to ask questions to the coordinators or guides.
Required files
- Fill out the application form.
- the biography.
How to apply
- To apply, visit the following link: Application link .
Application deadline
- May 31, 2025.
The official announcement of the opportunity
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" Be part of an unforgettable summer in Poznań and help build bridges between cultures!"