Volunteer: Community Empowerment Volunteer in the Azores

Location:So Miguel Island, Azores

Duration: 2-12 weeks

Cost: from 1025 Euros

Fee Includes: all food, accommodation, pre-departure + in-country support, orientation and all project related activities

Does not Include: flights, travel insurance, personal spending, visas and vaccinations

Benefits

• Support intergenerational well-being by organizing creative, educational, and recreational activities for children, teens, and the elderly.
• Empower youth through dance by contributing to a Hip-Hop Dance Project that builds confidence and social inclusion.
• Enhance community health by assisting with medication management, ensuring safe storage and accurate tracking.
• Make a meaningful impact in collaboration with local NGOs, while being matched to projects that suit your skills and local needs.
  
  

Please note: This opportunity is designed to give you the contacts and experience to help further your career. You are not replacing any member of staff, but helping alongside them, whilst learning new skills. Simply click the APPLY Button to submit your application, and ask as many questions as you need.

Introduction

Immerse yourself in the vibrant community of So Miguel Island, where youll work with local NGOs to support children, teens, and elderly residents through creative, educational, and health-focused initiatives. From organizing arts and games to helping manage medication systems, your efforts will foster connection, growth, and well-being across generations.

As a volunteer, youll have the chance to get involved in a unique Hip-Hop Dance Project, offering young people at risk of social exclusion a safe and expressive outlet. Through dance, they gain confidence, teamwork skills, and a sense of belongingwhile you support their journey.

You may also play a vital role in the NGOs health initiatives by assisting with medication tracking, ensuring proper storage, and helping improve access to essential treatments.

Whether youre mentoring through movement, supporting health systems, or inspiring creativity, this is a hands-on opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a welcoming island community.

Please note: all information above is subject to change. Please check the most up to date information on the Global Nomadic website when applying. Simply follow the link on the Apply Button above.