From November 18 to 22, 2024, we had the opportunity to participate in the »Educational Forum for the Staff of Youth Centres in the Network of the Council of Europe Quality Label for Youth Centres«. This event took place at the European Youth Centre Budapest and marked another milestone for us: it was our first training after recently joining the network of youth centres awarded the Council of Europe Quality Label.
From November 2nd to 6th, we had the great pleasure of welcoming 15 young people from Georgia to the European Youth Education Centre Magdeburg (EJBM). Their visit aimed to deepen their understanding of voluntary social engagement while gaining fresh perspectives and inspiration for their own projects.
Read more: A bridge between Georgia and Magdeburg - study trip on volunteering and civic engagement
What can educators in after-school care centers and facilities in Poland and Germany learn from each other? With this question in mind, twelve professionals from Masovia, Saxony-Anhalt's partner region, visited the European Youth Education Centre Magdeburg.
On the occasion of the US election night from November 5 to 6, 2024, we, together with EUROPE DIRECT Halle and EUROPE DIRECT Magdeburg, invited guests to a special event at the European Youth Education Center Magdeburg. About 50 predominantly young people spent an exciting night with us, during which we followed the coverage of the US presidential elections until the early morning hours.
We are looking for people who are passionate about Europe, intergenerational community and memory work.
This ESC Team will support our efforts to trace the history of our centre and community in the context of memory work, to situate our centre within the local community and spread European ideas, values and opportunities. Thus, we will produce (digital) information walls in several languages, develop historic action bounds, connect with local organisations and people via joint events and collect ideas for joint projects in order to promote an open-minded, connected neighbourhood.
Volunteers will be accommodated in shared rooms with generally four people (towels and sheets are provided) at the European Youth Educational Centre Magdeburg. Since our facilities can also be booked by outside groups, the living arrangements can be subject to change due to bookings by outside groups. The volunteers will be provided with food to prepare meals with the group (unless meals are provided by the organisation) as well as 7€ pocket money per day.
| Week 1 | Team-building and getting to know each other |
| Week 2-3 | Memory work and historic quests |
| Week 4-5 | Neighbourhood Activities and evaluation |
Travel expenses will be reimbursed based on Erasmus+ rules, up to a certain limit.
The Erasmus+ Programme Guide for 2024 has updated the reimbursement rates for travel costs based on distance, and the new values are as follows:
| Distance | Green Travel (€) / person | Non-Green Travel (€) / person |
|---|---|---|
| 10–99 km: | €56 | €28 |
| 100–499 km: | €285 | €211 |
| 500–1,999 km: | €417 | €309 |
| 2,000–2,999 km: | €535 | €395 |
| 3,000–3,999 km: | €785 | €580 |
| 4,000–7,999 km: | €1,188 (both green and non-green travel) | |
| 8,000 km or more: | €1,735 (both green and non-green travel) | |
You can get an estimate of the distance that applies to you with the Erasmus+ Distance Calculator.
Green Travel: Travel that use low-emissions means of transport for the main part of the travel, such as bus, train, bike or car-pooling. Please check the Eramus+ Programme Guide for further information.
The European Solidarity Corps (ESC) is an amazing opportunity for young people who want to travel abroad and make a positive impact on communities and society. It's a program run by the European Union that gives young people between the ages of 18 and 30 the chance to volunteer or work on projects that make a real difference in the world.
Whether you want to help others, learn new skills or gain valuable experience, our ESC projects have something for everyone. With a wide range of projects available, you can choose to work on something that matches your passions and interests. From helping the elderly and disabled to protecting the environment and promoting cultural diversity, the possibilities are endless.
Not only will you make a meaningful contribution to society, but you'll also develop new skills, make new friends and broaden your horizons. You'll have the opportunity to learn from other cultures, build your network, and gain experiences that will last a lifetime.
So if you're looking for a way to make a positive impact, grow as a person, and have the time of your life, an ESC project at EJBM is the perfect opportunity for you! Apply now and start your journey towards a more fulfilling and meaningful future.
ESC Official Website ESC Official FAQThe button below will take you to this volunteering opportunity on the European Youth Portal. We can only consider applications that you submit there.
Europäische Jugendbildungsstätte Magdeburg
bei der Bildungsnetzwerk Magdeburg gGmbH
Lüttgen-Ottersleben 18a
39116 Magdeburg
