- Greece
About Program
Have you ever thought about ways to turn plastic lids into useful and beautiful objects?
This volunteer opportunity is a meaningful way to transform discarded plastic into a precious resource, not waste but also raise awareness about plastic pollution and sustainable waste management.
Work activities:
– Precious plastic lab work
– Organise awareness campaigns
– Social media planning
– Distribute awareness material
– Clean ups
– Office work
Working hours: 5 hours per day/ 5days per week
Type of accommodation suggested: Shared studio (for 2)
What to bring:
hat, sunscreen, swimwear, sports shoes, camera, your smile!
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Program Highlights
- Precious Plastic Lab as an alternative global, low-cost recycling system.
- Learn how a social cooperative runs in Greece
- Experience diversity of Syros and international vibe
Program Impact
‘Apano Meria’ is a social cooperative works to enable the sustainable activities of the local population, such as the primary production and development of forms of tourism that respect the place and its inhabitants (e.g. hiking, environmental, geological, archaeological, agro-tourism, climbing and diving).
Cyclades Green Volunteers is a programme enabling interested active citizens and youth to engage with local communities concerning environmental challenges in the Cyclades islands in Greece.
Especially this year (2021) the programme gives priority to British and Greek (ideally linked to the UK) volunteers as we celebrate the bicentenary of the Greek Revolution, marking Britain’s contribution to the Greek Struggle.
Volunteers are invited to offer environmental work in cooperation with local champions on the Cycladic islands of Andros, Naxos and Syros, and at the same time familiarise themselves with the Cycladic way of life and its unique characteristics.
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Location
If pastitsio and gyros aren't enough of a reason for you to go to Greece; then the stunningly blue waters, the medieval cities, and picturesque white houses with blue roofs should do the trick. Every island has a different vibe and will be well suited for a variety of travelers.
