erasmus + evs - youth in action evs - youth in action
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Erasmus +
EVS -Youth In Action
Erasmus + the new program for education,
training, youth and sportIncluding previous programs like
Youth in Action, Erasmus and LLP to improve employability of the
youth as well as improving their language skills and flexibility.
EVS (EUROPEAN VOLUNTARY SERVICE)
The aim of the European Voluntary Service (EVS) is to develop solidarity and promote active citizenship and mutual understanding among young people
How to become an EVS volunteer?You need to be aged between 17
and 30You need to choose your sending
organizationYou need to write down your
motivation letter and CV (in english)
You start to searchprojects all over theEurope that you areinterested in
You start sendingyour application toorganizations and hopefor the best ;)
How to write a motivation letter?
READ!information
about the project very carefully - what will the project be like?
what type of participants are the organisers looking for?
WRITE!what you studywhat you do in your lifewhat your hobbies are,
sports you dolanguages you speak
DON‘T FORGETmention why do you
want to go to THIS particular EVS project you're applying for
mention how can you contribute for a successful project
try to be creative and funny - capture the attention of your reader
Where can I find an EVS project?
database on the official website of the European Union(http://europa.eu/youth/evs_database)
YOUTHNETWORKS(www.youthnetworks.eu)
More about EVS
3 partners: a volunteer, a sending organisation and a host organisation
Many themes: disability, education, gender equality, health, European awareness, environment, animal warfare...
Duration: short-term ( 2 weeks up to 2 months), long-term (2 up to 12 months)
What costs does EVS cover for you as a volunteer?
Your international travel
Accommodation and food costs
A volunteer’s allowance – pocket money
Exceptional volunteer costs (medical attendance, additional preparation…)
Insurance
