Work Activating teenage participants of the school’s summer camp and providing cross-cultural learning experience for them. It will be done through the games popular in the countries volunteers represent, drama, sports, excursions, common discussions, actions for peace and nature protection, etc. Each day of the camp program will have a special theme and related activity. Volunteers along with local coordinators will be responsible for the whole program of the camp. The work can be pretty hard, involving long working hours some days, requiring high commitment and responsibility for the camp program. The age of youngsters is 14-17. Besides local kids 12 teenage participants from abroad are expected to join this camp. In total it is going to be around 40 children. Most of local teenagers are Russian-speaking from Russian minority community. Accommodation In the class rooms of the school which is situated in the very centre of Tallinn. Toilets and showers are available. Please bring a sleeping bag. Volunteers will have breakfasts and dinners in their accommodation, lunches will be organized for whole camp in the city. Location Camp will take place in Tallinn, the capital of Estonia. More information on www.tallinn.ee Terminal Airport, bus or train station, harbor in Tallinn. Special requirements You have to be really motivated to work with teenagers. Some experience in work with children is an advantage. All interesting ideas of activities for kids, games etc. are welcomed. Please bring some materials, postcards, symbols of your country, posters, maps, music, etc. typical for your country. We expect active volunteers with the good knowledge of history and culture of their country and ability to present it. The good level of English is required. The minimum age of volunteers is 20. Leisure time There are a lot of possibilities for leisure time activities as camp will take place in the capital where one can find attractions for all tastes: sightseeing and museums, festivals, concerts, live music, pubs, etc. The camp provides an excellent opportunity to establish contacts with young Estonians and experience the local life.
27.07.2007. - 10.08.2007.