Work with us to grant meaningful programmes for children who have been forced to flee Ukraine. The main activity will be holding workshops and leisure time activities for the children in the Resilience Innovation Facilities to improve their resilience and general well-being through using various digital technologies.
About us
Terre des hommes (Tdh), a prominent Swiss organization dedicated to aiding children in need, is collaborating with the Egyesek Youth Association to organize summer programs for refugee children in Budapest and Győr, Hungary. The project aims to support the successful integration, well-being, and prospects of refugee children and young individuals under 25 from Ukraine in Hungary, by providing opportunities for refugee and local disadvantaged children and young people to participate in new types of educational and skills development programmes using digital technologies. These activities take place in the Resilience Innovation Facilities (RIF). RIFs are first and foremost, spaces where children and young people can feel safe and secure, no matter where they come from or what their background. In addition to providing a safe space, RIFs offer a variety of skill-building workshops in Ukrainian and/or Hungarian. During these workshops, children and young people create and learn, using various digital technologies (2D/3D design, 3D printing, laser cutting, sticker making, etc.). More info: https://www.tdh.org/en/projects/fablabrif
Work
The main purpose of the programs is to provide a meaningful and memorable 2-week summer experience to Ukrainian refugees and local disadvantaged children. The volunteers will support the work of Tdh staff to ensure the on-site safety of all children and care for them as needed. The specific activities will include helping in the RIF workshops, assisting at off-site activities and chaperoning children in the cities to different locations. Throughout the program duration, a diverse range of enjoyable and engaging activities is offered to promote the psychosocial well-being of the children, fostering a positive and eventful experience for them.
The first week will be in Budapest 6-13rd July and the second week in Győr 14-21st July.
Participants
We are looking for motivated volunteers, who have a sense of empathy, patience, and experience to teach small kids and teenagers. Who are good at (nonverbal) communication and get along well with children from different age groups. This workcamp is especially suitable for volunteers who have experience or are interested in working with children and refugees. It is an advantage if the volunteers have basic knowledge of Ukrainian or Russian language and have basic knowledge about a group’s animation and can assume responsibility within a group.
Practicals, accommodation, food, and leisure time
The project is co-funded by the European Union through the European Solidarity Corps program. There is no participation fee. All volunteers will be accommodated in hostels in Budapest and Győr and will be provided with a public transportation ticket. Meals will be provided throughout the programme. Each volunteer will receive 6 EUR/day pocket money as well. Travel expenses from your home country to the project venue will be reimbursed after participation in the project according to the distance.
The evenings and the second weekend will be free to explore the cities of Budapest and Győr. The summer programs take place in Budapest, the capital of Hungary and Győr (1,5 hours away from Budapest by train). Budapest has a stunning landscape and rich architectural and historical heritage, offering a unique combination of diverse cultural backgrounds, fine cuisine, and a wide array of leisurely activities. Győr seamlessly merges history with youthful energy. The vibrant Old Town streets, where trendy cafes and boutiques beckon, offer a glimpse of the city’s dynamic art scene, making it a trip worth taking.
Training during the activity
Before the arrival, we will ask participants to complete a self-study course (child safeguarding). On the first Sunday, a one-day orientation training will be provided, inside with a 2-hour child safeguarding training. This will be followed by mentoring sessions to support the learning and professional development of you. In the institution, Tdh staff will provide further support if required.
Additional comments
In order to demonstrate this, we ask the candidate volunteers to apply here: https://form.jotform.com/egyesek/application-form-rif
We will do our best to keep you updated about your application. We will do our best to keep you updated about your application. We will organize online group interviews as a next step too.
