Image: Eco-city [4 week]

Eco-city [4 week]

Tineri pentru comunitate·Bistrița, România

Global Volunteer

Volunteer in NGOs, Schools, or Foundations in various Countries/Territories.

English

These are the locally spoken languages that you’ll have to know.

Education, Agriculture, Biology

These are the backgrounds this opportunity is associated with.
Project
The project aims to impact the SDG #12 by raising awareness about the importance of sustainable communities & lifestyle through volunteer's experiences.
This project contributes to,
Image: Responsible Consumption And Production - Target 12.8

Responsible Consumption And Production - Target 12.8

By 2030, ensure that people everywhere have the relevant information and awareness for sustainable development and lifestyles in harmony with nature

Role

Project Activities

Week 1
Introductory session with beneficiaries, presentation of volunteers, and project objectives.
Creation of an implementation plan regarding how the project should proceed and determining the materials to be used.
Preparation of activities to be carried out in the coming weeks and receiving feedback from partners and AIESEC.
Run the necessary baseline evaluation to measure the outcome/impact of the project.
Space onboarding with partner representatives to understand the current scenario, beneficiaries, and to discuss the project outcome.
Week 2
Research and analysis: Sustainable practices and key takeaways for work in agriculture.
Capture and document field activity, then create a reel or a post to share on social media, helping to raise awareness and promote the project's impact.
Field activities: Animal welfare in sustainable agriculture.
Workshop: Present Best Practice Case Studies to partners regarding agricultural activities developed based on recent studies, coming together with an implementation plan.
Shadowing phase with the partner regarding current agricultural practices.
Week 3
Outdoor activities e.g. Treasure hunt with children in contact with nature, Artistic expression with teenagers using recycled materials, Running or other human-powered activities for youth and adults.
Research and analysis: Current sustainable practices and responsible consumption actions taken by the partner.
Round table: Responsible consumption in our daily lives, e.g. water and energy management, food waste, use of obsolete devices, fashion industry, and sustainability.
Workshop: Present ideas/examples of recycling activities to implement in the daily routine of beneficiaries.
Documenting sustainable lifestyle practices introduced and implemented at the partners' site.
Week 4
Data collection from beneficiaries (you can use surveys, interviews, focus groups, etc.).
Data analysis to determine outcomes/impact (awareness level of beneficiaries for post-project activities).

Working hours

Monday to Friday

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Process

The steps involved in being selected for this opportunity.
Canada
Estimated process time is not yet available.

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).

FAQs