This means that you and the team you will be part of are the pioneer of this new settlement. The main building is a former summer hosting center. It needs to be almost fully refurbished.
Your tasks will be on 3 axis :
1- To start the refurbishing of the building2-To start to create link with local population and organizations by being involved in events, meetings and taking part to local project. Even by being proactive in the proposal of new project that will enhance the link with the local community.3- Run the classic activities of the REV during summer : hosting groups, lead international workcamps (from some weeks to some months).REV's project is really diverse, in one year of volunteering you will participate to various projects and actions. The main goals of the Project are to meet one another, to create a constructive dynamic, as well to break stereotypes, and stigmas by working together and living collectively.
Accomodation & food:
The volunteers live in a chalet, on site, equipped for collective living:2 non mixed collective rooms,1 bathroom with toilet and shower,1 large dining room,A kitchenThe chalet has not been inhabited for some time, the comfort is rudimentary. The refurbishing of this chalet can be part of your volunteer programThe office of the REV is also located on site.
Location & leisure:
The new place is located in Parc National des Cévennes, a UNESCO site.
Requirements:
Driving licence recommendedProject open only for citizens of a country in th European Union.
« I appreciate that constructive criticism may be more useful to you than praise but I honestly have no gripes that I could possibly mention. I can only thank you for the experience that I really enjoyed and will undoubtedly follow-up in the coming year. »