At the end of April, I saw forget-me-nots blooming in Viertel. I remember walking there across Osterdeich a few days after seeing off Salome, who had picked me up at the airport in September when I first arrived in Bremen. I remember feeling time basically slipping through my fingers like sand and realising that suddenly, […]
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As my time as a volunteer in Bremen draws to a close, I find myself reflecting on what has undoubtedly been one of the most enriching experiences of my life. When I first joined this project, I was navigating a particularly emotionally vulnerable period. However, connecting with individuals with disabilities and working to promote their
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Have you ever dreamt about working in a garden and organising sustainability projects? Or have you ever had the desire to work in a fun, outgoing, creative and multinational team with lots of experience in the field of international youth work? If any of the above is true for you, then we might have the
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As my volunteering experience in Bremen with a program supporting people with special needs draws to a close, I find myself filled with a wealth of emotions. It’s been a transformative journey that’s left an indelible mark on my heart and it’s given me the chance to connect with a wonderful community and broaden my
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The second part of the youth exchange “Increase your Employability” took place from 26.06-02.07.2024 in Samokov, Bulgaria. Four participants and one team leader from each of the following countries took part: Bulgaria, Spain, Croatia, Guadeloupe (France) and Germany. That means we were 20 participants in total and one participant had her dog with her 😜. The
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Well, it’s time for my second report. With disbelief, I realize that eight months have already passed by so quickly. I remember just arriving and meeting new people, watching the “older” volunteers heading to their MTM and thinking, “Oh my god, they’re halfway through their experience and so much has already happened to them.” Now,
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Plötzlich saß ich wieder im Bus nach Hause. Erneut verließ ich eine mir vertraute Welt, mein Leben und meine Freunde. Gleichzeitig war mir der Bus vertraut, ich freute mich ungemein über die Steckdose an meinem Sitzplatz und die vier Grenzen, die wir überschritten, kamen mir nicht mehr so viel vor. Ich verstand immerhin Bruchstücke dessen,
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As I enter the final part of my volunteer experience, my feelings are very different from the beginning. The overwhelming sensation of seeing the end of the road grows bigger every moment, and the uncertainty of what to do afterward—whether I’ll have the opportunity to stay in this country, and if this entire experience will
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Hey, you! Thinking about volunteering? It can be quite challenging, so ponder it well first. There will be awesome moments, but it all depends on your predisposition, mental strength, and the qualities you already bring with you. It will not be a piece of cake, yet a constant fight for respect and for your rights.
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***call closed*** Curious to learn what a farm life looks like? Would you like to support young people with migrant and refugee backgrounds through environmental education? Then volunteering at Erlebnisfarm Ohlenhof might be a perfect opportunity for you! Dates: 07.10.2024 – 31.08.2025 Location: Bremen, Germany Hosting Organisation: Erlebnisfarm Ohlenhof Together with Erlebnisfarm Ohlenhof we are looking for a
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