{"id":626,"date":"2026-04-22T00:39:51","date_gmt":"2026-04-21T22:39:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/spectra.lempetz.de\/?page_id=626"},"modified":"2026-07-27T14:29:18","modified_gmt":"2026-07-27T12:29:18","slug":"volunteering","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/klinayouth.org\/sq\/volunteering\/","title":{"rendered":"Volunteering"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Volunteering<\/h1><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Volunteering is the heartbeat of our youth center.<\/strong> Whether you want to explore the world through international projects or support our local community in Klina, we offer the platform to make it happen. Discover our opportunities below:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Sending Volunteers – ESC<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We support young people from Kosovo in joining international volunteering projects through the European Solidarity Corps (ESC). Participants gain valuable experience abroad, develop new skills, and engage in intercultural learning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/path><\/svg><\/span>Individual Volunteering:<\/strong> Since 2011, we have been sending young individuals on life-changing, long-term projects across Europe (6 to 12 months), including countries like Italy and the Netherlands.<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/path><\/svg><\/span>Volunteering Teams:<\/strong> Since 2012, we have sent teams totaling over 55 young people abroad for short-term community projects (2 weeks to 2 months) in countries such as Sweden, Germany, Italy, and Bosnia and Herzegovina.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Hosting Volunteers – ESC<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Welcoming the world to Klina! We host international volunteers through the European Solidarity Corps (ESC) and the Peace Corps for periods of 8 to 12 months. Volunteers are fully integrated into our local team and play a vital role in bringing fresh ideas to our community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Typical Volunteer Tasks & Responsibilities:<\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/path><\/svg><\/span>Language & Education:<\/strong> Providing English, French, or German lessons to local youth and volunteers.<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/path><\/svg><\/span>Workshops & Events:<\/strong> Planning and designing your own creative workshops with children and youth, supporting daily educational activities.<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/path><\/svg><\/span>Community Work:<\/strong> Working directly with local youth groups to increase the center’s capacity and impact.<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/path><\/svg><\/span>Promotion & Outreach:<\/strong> Advertising youth center activities and promoting international voluntary work to foster solidarity and active citizenship.<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/path><\/svg><\/span>Own Initiatives:<\/strong> Bringing in your own ideas to plan, design, and run community events.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Our Hosting History (Since 2011):<\/strong> <\/strong>
We have a long-standing tradition of hosting international volunteers who have left a lasting impact on Klina. Our past volunteers include:<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/path><\/svg><\/span>2011:<\/strong> Gaetano & Chiara Busseto (Italy) \u2013 6 months<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/path><\/svg><\/span>2012:<\/strong> Melanie Wise (Germany) \u2013 6 months<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/path><\/svg><\/span>2013:<\/strong> Helene Ravail (France) \u2013 6 months<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/path><\/svg><\/span>2014:<\/strong> Alberto Piva (Italy) \u2013 5 months & Noemi DM (Spain) \u2013 6 months<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/path><\/svg><\/span>2015:<\/strong> Ieva Nariun\u00eb (Lithuania) \u2013 6 months<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/path><\/svg><\/span>2015\u20132016:<\/strong> Cairit Eit (Estonia) \u2013 6 months<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/path><\/svg><\/span>2017:<\/strong> Cathy (Belgium) & Rutha (Lithuania) \u2013 6 months<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/path><\/svg><\/span>2018:<\/strong> Dora \u0160uminait\u0117 (Lithuania) \u2013 5 months<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Hosting Volunteers – Peace Corps<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Since 2016, we havey partnered with the Peace Corps. Volunteers commit to a long-term period of 24 months, working closely with our community on locally prioritized projects in education and community economic development to foster tolerance and youth leadership.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Youth Exchanges<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Our youth exchanges bring together young people from different countries to learn, collaborate, and share experiences. These projects promote cultural understanding, teamwork, and active citizenship.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Trainings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We organize and participate in training courses focused on youth work, leadership, and personal development. These opportunities help young people build competencies and expand their perspectives.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Ready to start your journey?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Whether you want to volunteer locally or go abroad, we are here to guide you through the application process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Apply Now<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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