SEMINAR TIME
When I first arrived in Germany, everything was new. New people, a new culture, a new way of life. The first time I felt…
Volunteering worldwide
Experience the World! New memories every day. Challenges big and small. Lessons for life.
This is the worldwide ecumenical volunteer service. Volunteers spend between nine and twelve months working on social, development or church-related projects. Here, volunteers share stories about their daily lives, the people they meet, and their experiences.
Blog posts by volunteers
merekɔ fie- I’m going home
Unfortunately, my time here in Ghana has already come to an end. Still, I had a wonderful time during my last few weeks in…
Life in Spangenberg
Life in Spangenberg has been quite an interesting adventure. It is a small and peaceful town surrounded by hills; so many hills that I…
An Unexpected Farewell
Hello, As you all know, Iran was attacked by the U.S. and Israel on February 28. It was a Saturday; I was just about…
ARI Airport
Now it’s time for the final stretch for me. This is my last week at ARI. It makes me very sad to leave all…
My first time cutting wood: Life as a volunteer in Germany
When i came to Germany as a volunteer, I thought I knew what hard work was. Turns out, I had a lot to learn.
Volunteers 2026
Volunteers 2025
Volunteering worldwide: Two paths. One exchange.
The Ecumenical Volunteers Programme offers two ways to get involved. If you live in Germany, you can participate in the North-South exchange by joining a project abroad. If you are from a partner country and would like to get involved in Germany, you can take part in the South-North exchange. Both options are based on mutual learning and respect. Select the option that suits you on the map to find out more about your opportunities.
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