EVS Volunteers:
EVS, which is administered by Léargas, funds volunteers from one European country to spend time - typically six to 12 months - working as a volunteer in a not-for-profit organisation in another country. Everyone benefits: the volunteer gains experience and skills and an insight into a different way of living, while the host organisation, and those it cares for, benefit from the energy and enthusiasm of the young person, while learning about another culture.
All costs, including the pre-departure training, travel, accommodation and subsistence are paid; volunteers also receive a small monthly allowance as ‘pocket money’ during the project.
What is the age limit to participate in EVS?
The EVS is open to young people between 18 and 25 years. This means that volunteers have to be between 18 and 25 years old at the beginning of their voluntary activity. Flexibility can be applied to the upper age limit - young people with fewer opportunities may be 26 years old at the start of their voluntary activity if it is justified. For details please contact your National Agency or the SOS Volunteer Helpdesk.
Where can EVS projects take place?
The European Voluntary Service concerns all countries involved in the YOUTH programme. But there are some rules and conventions as to who can go where. For more information, click here.
Where do I get contact details of host organisations?
Contact details of potential host organisations are available in the European database on accredited host organisations. It is necessary to collaborate with a sending organisation for making contact with potential host organisations. If living in a Partner Country, volunteers can contact international voluntary organisation to have more information about potential host projects.
Who can be my sending organisation?
EVS sending organisations are non-governmental organisations/associations, local/regional authorities or other non-profit initiatives active for example in areas of social, cultural, environmental, community or youth work. Some of the YOUTH National Agencies publish contact details of potential sending organisations in their country.
Interested?
Please call or email the Simon Communities of Ireland Volunteer Coordinator on +353 1 6711606 or email with any questions you may have.
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