European Solidarity Corps

The European Solidarity Corps is an EU funding programme for young people wishing to engage in solidary activities in a variety of areas. These range from helping the disadvantaged to humanitarian aid, as well as contributing to health and environmental action across the EU and beyond.

The programme finances projects to engage young people in solidary activities addressing societal challenges through volunteering or by setting up their own solidary projects. The programme’s ambition is not only to be more inclusive but also greener and more digital.

The European Solidarity Corps finances volunteering (including humanitarian aid) and solidary projects. It is open to individuals aged 18 to 30 (35 for humanitarian aid) and to organisations in EU and partner countries.

Ask Questions

Curious or uncertain? Check the most asked questions, maybe they have some answers about European Solidarity Corps (ESC)!

How long does the ESC project last?

The duration of each European Solidarity corps typically lasts about 2–12 months, depending on each case it might differ.  Each project encompasses distinct paces, objectives, methodologies, and results.
Who can participate?

If you are between 18 – 30 (in some cases 35) you are eligible to participate. 

Do I need to pay for accommodation, traveling or food?

All participants can access a range of support services such as online
linguistic support and training. Their travel costs from home to the venue of
the project and back will be covered. Participants in volunteering activities will receive a small allowance (pocket money) for their personal expenses throughout the duration of the activity. Volunteers accommodation and food will be provided by the host organisation.

What kind of activities can I expect during the project?

The majority of activities depend on the project topic; however, you can expect that your help will be needed across various educational tasks—from brainstorming and assisting with logistics to actively facilitating sessions. The European Solidarity Corps commitment must be full-time for participants, requiring between 30 and 38 hours per week (including language and other training activities related to the project).

Art Center Volunteer

Hajnówka, Poland
7 months
Starting June, 2025

Civil Engagement Volunteer

Riga, Latvia
12 months
Starting June, 2025

Art Summer Volunteer

Hajnówka, Poland
4 months
Starting July 1st, 2025

Youth Center Volunteer

Murska Sobota, Slovenia
6 months
Starting 2nd of July, 2025

RAA Youth Center Volunteer

Bucharest, Romania
6 months
Starting July, 2025

Summer School Volunteer

Ankara, Turkey
1 month
Starting July, 2025

The European Solidarity Corps is an EU funding programme for young people wishing to engage in solidary activities in a variety of areas. These range from helping the disadvantaged to humanitarian aid, as well as contributing to health and environmental action across the EU and beyond.

The programme finances projects to engage young people in solidary activities addressing societal challenges through volunteering or by setting up their own solidary projects. The programme’s ambition is not only to be more inclusive but also greener and more digital.

The European Solidarity Corps finances volunteering (including humanitarian aid) and solidary projects. It is open to individuals aged 18 to 30 (35 for humanitarian aid) and to organisations in EU and partner countries.

FAQ

Curious or uncertain? Check the most asked questions, maybe they have some answers about European Solidarity Corps (ESC)!

How long does the ESC project last?

The duration of each European Solidarity corps typically lasts about 2–12 months, depending on each case it might differ.  Each project encompasses distinct paces, objectives, methodologies, and results.
Who can participate?

If you are between 18 – 30 (in some cases 35) you are eligible to participate. 

Do I need to pay for accommodation, traveling or food?

All participants can access a range of support services such as online
linguistic support and training. Their travel costs from home to the venue of
the project and back will be covered. Participants in volunteering activities will receive a small allowance (pocket money) for their personal expenses throughout the duration of the activity. Volunteers accommodation and food will be provided by the host organisation.

What kind of activities can I expect during the project?

The majority of activities depend on the project topic; however, you can expect that your help will be needed across various educational tasks—from brainstorming and assisting with logistics to actively facilitating sessions. The European Solidarity Corps commitment must be full-time for participants, requiring between 30 and 38 hours per week (including language and other training activities related to the project).

Looking for more meaningful longer term opportunity to gain more skills, network around Europe or explore yourself? Sounds like you could be a perfect candidate for a European Solidarity Corps! During ESC projects participants dive into various topics: democracytoleranceinclusiondigital workequalitysolidaritymental healthyoung people’s problemsactive citizenship, and sustainable development through active learning methods and non-formal education. Take a part in ESC projects if you’d like to learn another language, improve your English skills, work on your skills in different topics, while Erasmus+ covers all travel, accommodation, and meals. At the end of the project, you will receive awards: a Youthpass Certificate for European recognition. Join the vibrant and active community of international youth projects and embrace new experiences with Erasmus+ projects!

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