Join the World At Play team on an 8 week expedition to the Balkans and make a real difference to the lives of disadvantaged young people:
Eight volunteers along with a Team Leader run developmental play and sport sessions at our partner organisations in Croatia, Bosnia, Kosovo, Serbia and Romania.
All Volunteers receive full training as Play Leaders.
You will get first hand experience in an international development charity.
You will explore a region beyond the tourist trail and have one of the most unforgettable experiences of your life.
Our next expedition will leave in August/September 2015
The ideal expedition member will be:
Over 18 years old. Flexible and adaptable to different work and living conditions. Interested in sport and play as a way of developing life skills. An energetic and enthusiastic self-starter. Professional and responsible when working with others. Interested in other countries and cultures. As a team, we want to have a diverse range of skills and experiences including:
Practical knowledge of sport and play. Experience of youth work in the UK and/or abroad. Knowledge of social media, photography and video-making to help document the trip. Experience of managing a budget and record keeping. Knowledge of local languages that we will need along the way. Experience of driving long distances. Before departure, you are responsible for raising at least £800 to cover some of the costs of accommodation, food and travel. You will also be responsible for your personal insurance and the cost of a return flight to the Balkans, probably to Zagreb. Support can be given to applicants who struggle to fund- raise the full amount. For further information contact Mantell Gwynedd on 01286 672626 or carwyn@mantellgwynedd.com
