Description

In 1997, apartment and workshop facilities were built in Rohrlack and Vichel for those with special needs. Social work is highlighted through intensive integration in the local community. In 2005 the community acquired another large facility with several smaller side buildings and a large park. However, there is still much work to be done! Many hands, heads, and a lot of optimism are needed to help maintain this building, which is under monumental protection. The renovation will be done in traditional adobe fashion, for example through artistic loam rendering.

Highlights

On the facility grounds there is a swimming hole, and bikes will be provided for you to explore the area with. Berlin is easily reached by train. The project dates are set so you can get to know some of the local youth before they take off for summer vacation.

Qualifications

Volunteers must be open-minded and willing to live in an alternative community.

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

USD 290

Cost Includes:

• Food
• Housing
• Registration fees
• Written materials pre-departure

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

Typical Volunteer

Motivated to work voluntarily within an international team, tolerant, open-minded and cooperative person with adventurous spirit.

This Program is open to

American and Canadian Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Group living

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

CADIP - Canadian Alliance for Development Initiatives and Projects's Mission Statement

CADIP promotes peace, cooperation, tolerance and understanding in international, multi-ethnic, multi-cultural surroundings. The organization also promotes patterns and examples of civil activities focused on serving others, on building social ties and strengthening communities, on supporting civil society development. Aims and general objectives: * To promote volunteering as an expression of civic contribution * To strengthen the international contacts among young people * To build tolerance and understanding in multicultural and multi-ethnic surroundings *To promote multiunderstanding among youth all over the world * To facilitate the individual growth of the volunteers through the acquisition of work, life and learning skills * To work for the recognition and promotion of non-formal learning * To support the community initiatives and assist in community development.