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Eco School "Μπλέ Μέλισσα" (Blue Bee)·Thessaloniki, Greece

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Quality Education - Target 4.4

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Project
The project aims to impact the SDG #4 by developing high-level cognitive and transferable skills to people at all ages through activities and/or workshops connected to arts production (e.g painting, sculpture, music, theater, photography...)
This project contributes to,
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Quality Education - Target 4.4

By 2030, substantially increase the number of youth and adults who have relevant skills, including technical and vocational skills, for employment, decent jobs and entrepreneurship

Role

About the job and it’s activities

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Working hours

Monday to Friday, - 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Project Activities

  • Week 1
    Preparing the activities that will be done in the following weeks and receiving feedback from the partners and AIESEC
    Onboarding space with partner representatives to understand the current scenario, beneficiaries and discuss about the outcome of the project
    Create an implementation plan on how the project should unfold and determine materials to be used
    Introductory session with the beneficiaries, presentation of the volunteers and project objectives.
    Run the initial assessment needed for measuring the outcome/impact of the project
  • Week 2
    Bring interactive classes to understand throughout the week the beneficiaries' backgrounds with arts and their professional and personal dreams for the future
    Run artistic first step activities with beneficiaries in order for them to have first contact with the different artistic materials and media (e.g. drawings vs painting, sculpturing, fotographies etc.)
    Build and present activities calendar considering beneficiaries' from practical learning until "hands-on" i.e. peer tutoring, chain drawings, jigsaws, etc
    Organize a brainstorming session where team members share ideas, themes, and inspirations for the project.
    Divide the final project into smaller activities and define the responsibles for each part of the whole creation
    Hold projects and activities based on the school's E.C.O. model. Projects of artistic nature, environmental experiments and ensure harmony in the class
  • Week 3
    Create a Personal Development Plan for each participant to track their improvement weekly by a coaching system
    Hold a workshop where participants can collaborate on a small art piece or experiment with different mediums related to the project (e.g., painting, sculpting, digital design).
    Work on an initial draft of the project’s main piece (e.g., the first scenes of a play, the first strokes of a mural, etc.) and then hold a feedback session with beneficiaries and mentors or partner representatives.
    Set aside time for individual or group reflection on personal artistic goals for the project. Participants can discuss what they hope to achieve or learn during the process.
    Hold projects and activities based on the school's E.C.O. model. Projects of artistic nature, environmental experiments and ensure harmony in the class
    Dynamic: Set up a short, fun challenge, such as creating a piece of art in a limited time or using only specific materials.
  • Week 4
    Use libraries and computer laboratories to diversify the research spaces and build an interactive environment for their case study
    Take the beneficiaries outside the classroom to explore the local community, including landmarks, parks, and cultural traditions.
    Deliver weekly lessons connecting the development of art and creativity skills with beneficiaries dreams and plans for the future
    Bring data towards Arts & Employability in the world and request a case study or groups presentation about the connection of arts with their future (diversified by topics, research areas, cultures etc)
    Dynamic: Open Studio Sessions (Provide participants with dedicated, uninterrupted time to work on their individual art pieces while having access to a collaborative environment for feedback and inspiration.)
    Hold projects and activities based on the school's E.C.O. model. Projects of artistic nature, environmental experiments and ensure harmony in the class
  • Week 5
    Dynamic: Reflection on the artistic growth of the beneficiaries during the project
    Conclude the main project and run an Art Exhibition with all the artistic activities from the past weeks
    Feedback: Provide participants with constructive feedback on their art pieces in a supportive and collaborative environment, helping them refine their work and gain new insights.
    Dynamic: Open Studio Sessions (Provide participants with dedicated, uninterrupted time to work on their individual art pieces while having access to a collaborative environment for feedback and inspiration.)
    Hold projects and activities based on the school's E.C.O. model. Projects of artistic nature, environmental experiments and ensure harmony in the class
    Dynamic: Art Pannel Discussion - invite local artists to share their experiences and insights about their creative process, challenges, and the importance of art in personal and professional development.
  • Week 6
    Closing day with beneficiaries
    Build final project report and presented to AIESEC members and NGO/non-profit representatives.
    Debrief the impact of the project, how the beneficiaries developed, discuss about what went well and even better if and include this in the report
    Hold projects and activities based on the school's E.C.O. model. Projects of artistic nature, environmental experiments and ensure harmony in the class
    Collect data from beneficiaries (you can use surveys, interviews, focus groups, etc.)
    Analyse data to determinate outcome/impact results (level of awareness of beneficiaries post-project activities).
  • Week 7
  • Week 8

Process

The steps involved in being selected for this opportunity.
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Logistics

What you’ll be provided with during your stay

Benefits of becoming a Global Volunteer

Learn about the Sustainable Development Goals and participate in a social project designed for impact.
International Exposure - Experience new cultures and industries.
Develop your Leadership (our programs can help you develop the following leadership values: striving for excellence, demonstrating integrity, activating leadership, acting sustainably, enjoying participation and living diversity).
Receive AIESEC Support for Selection (assistance with your application to opportunities and decision making process).
Receive AIESEC Support after Selection (Visa support, help in finding and providing accommodation, assisting during first day of work).

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