Activation of Youth through Volunteering

By Angela GjekanovikjBy Angela Gjekanovikj

The Dilemma The Dilemma

• Why would I volunteer? • Why would I work for free, when I can earn

money while working?

Reasons for VolunteeringReasons for Volunteering

• Giving back to the community • Learning a new language • Experiencing new culture• Meeting new people / Networking• Applying education in practice • Boosting your CV • Making a difference in the society

BenefitsBenefits

• New Experience

• Recognition

More Benefits...

• New skills • Explore career opportunities • Looks good on applications for

college/masters • It is fun !

Habitat for HumanityHabitat for Humanity

YES Alumni ProjectsYES Alumni Projects

Ways and OrganisationsWays and Organisations

• Red Cross • Local NGOs • Erasmus +• EVS

Possible StrategyPossible Strategy

• Exchange of information • Ways of recognition • Ways of keeping records of volunteer

experience • Implementation of volunteerism in early

education

Thank you for your attention !Thank you for your attention !