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Location of the voluntary service: Armenia, Armenia

Language(s) of the voluntary service: English

Topics: Education and training, Sociocultural activities, Social challenges, Creativity and culture, Health and wellbeing

Start date: Between 1 October and 1 Nov 2025
Duration of the voluntary service: 6-12 months

Organisation: Voluntary Service of Armenia HUJ (Website)

HUJ (Armenian Volunteer Exchange Network) is a nonprofit organization that promotes voluntary service and non-formal education through international work camps, 12 long-term ESC projects, and youth exchanges. Founded in 1965, HUJ empowers young people to engage in community development, cultural exchange, and social inclusion both in Armenia and abroad.

Desired volunteer profile

We are looking for volunteers with an interest and ability to work with children, including those with disabilities. Volunteers should be creative, patient, and able to organize a variety of activities, from sports and cultural evenings to workshops and interactive lessons. Good communication skills in English are important, as is a willingness to learn and actively engage with both children and their families.

Description of the activity

The volunteer will work with children aged 4–15 receiving rehabilitation treatment, organizing leisure activities, sports, painting, sculpting, songs, dances, and homework help. They will also design workshops to develop the children’s creative abilities, lead interactive lessons on topics such as geography and ecology, and participate in seminars for staff on working with children with disabilities. Additional tasks include communicating with parents and organizing meetings to support them. Volunteers may also assist in horse therapy sessions that help improve children’s balance, mobility, and confidence.

Further information

The volunteer will be provided with free accommodation in a dormitory in Yerevan, located within reasonable distance from the HUJ office. The volunteers will stay in twin rooms (2 people per room) and the dormitory will be equipped with basic furniture and kitchen facilities.
The volunteer will receive a monthly allowance for food, transport and other expenses. The volunteer will benefit from language support and mentorship throughout the project. In addition to their regular project activities, HUJ also organizes a variety of cultural and social events for volunteers. These may include visits to museums, ballet and opera performances, as well as excursions to explore areas outside the capital.

Contact Email:  huj.coord@gmail.com

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