International Volunteers
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- About Volunteer Projects
- Programmes available
- Why take part?
- Destinations
- Programme requirements
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Age range
For the majority of projects, anyone aged 18+ can apply but you must be over 19 to participate in a project on our North South programme. Although most volunteers applying for an international volunteer project are under the age of 30, you should be aware that the group of volunteers could have a more diverse age range, including people aged 30+. Likewise, some projects may have a minimum age limit depending on the type of work or country.
You can be any nationality to apply for a project; however, (due to the way we work with our international partners) you must be resident in the UK at the time of application. If you are not a UK resident please visit the partner organisations in your own country.
Generally projects don’t require specific skills though motivation, enthusiasm and a flexible approach are essential. English is usually the common language although some projects may specify a level of proficiency in the host country language. Likewise, certain projects, such as social or arts-based work, may require you to have some previous experience within that field.
As a charity that is committed to promoting equality, we encourage you to apply regardless of physical or learning ability. However, as the projects are organised by our partner organisations abroad, Concordia can not make the final decision on your placement this will be taken by our partners. Please contact the office to discuss your application and we will do our best to find you a suitable project.