IVY Project Partner for the Interreg project MINDFUL
Support the visibility of inclusive mental health services, innovative care models and sustainable solutions for improving the well-being and autonomy of older people across the Greece–Italy area.
COHESION NETWORK 2GETHER – Co2gether is looking for an IVY volunteer!
The volunteer will support the Interreg project MINDFUL - Mental health INnovation for Diversity, Fostering Universal Living, under the Interreg Greece-Italy Programme.
The objective of the Interreg project MINDFUL is to improve mental health care accessibility and equity in the Greece–Italy area by addressing existing service gaps through sustainable, inclusive, and transferable solutions that strengthen healthcare systems and promote social inclusion and resilience.
The volunteer will be carrying out the following activities:
Supporting the implementation of recreational therapy activities for older people with dementia or at risk of depression;
Assisting in the design and preparation of creative and inclusive recreational activities, such as dance, music, painting and gardening, to promote autonomy, independence and mental well-being;
Supporting the development of sustainability toolkits and materials for NGOs and public authorities, including research, translation, content development and graphic design;
Assisting in the collection, organisation and documentation of good practices related to mental health services and innovative care models;
Supporting the preparation of the Final Conference;
Contributing to the communication and dissemination activities of the MINDFUL project through the preparation of articles, social media content, project updates and promotional materials;
Contributing to knowledge-sharing activities and providing creative ideas and feedback to improve recreational therapy approaches and project interventions.
Other information:
Financial support of: 34.60 euros per day (week-end and holidays included).
Location: Patras, Greece.
Start and duration: Mid-December, for 6 month(s).
Deadline for applications: 23 November
Languages*: English C1; Greek C1; Italian A2 (desirable)
*Please be aware that the languages mentioned are the minimum level of command required.
Website of the Interreg Project: MINDFUL - Mental health INnovation for Diversity, Fostering Universal Living - Interreg VI-A Greece-Italy 2021-2027
Website of the host: Co2gether - Αρχική
- Department
- Interreg Volunteer Youth
- Location
- Patras
How we support you
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Financial support
Every volunteer receives a stipend to cover expenses for food and accommodation. The amount provided allows them to live in similar conditions as the local population where they are volunteering, and ranges from 21.48 EUR to 92.96 EUR per day.
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Insurance
IVY volunteers are fully covered with health, liability and accident insurance. AEBR arranges the policies for you for the entire duration of the experience, if needed.
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Contribution to travel costs
Travel costs to relocate are covered by AEBR, based on lump sums according to the distance between the host organisation and your place of residence. The sum is allocated depending on the distance in km.
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Visa
Volunteers are responsible for ensuring that they have the appropriate visa, residence permit, or any other authorization required to legally enter, reside, and carry out their volunteering activity in the hosting country. Once selected, volunteers are expected to complete all necessary administrative procedures, and submit the required documentation to the relevant authorities. For eligible volunteers relocating between countries participating in the IVY initiative, IVY will reimburse the costs associated with obtaining the required visa, and provide invitation letters and proof of financial means. However, the responsibility for identifying the correct visa, preparing the application, and completing the necessary formalities remains with the volunteer.
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