GAIA Kosovo, as the official SALTO SEE Contact point for the European Solidarity Corps (ESC) is inviting participants from Kosovo* to an information session dedicated to organisations and institutions interested in sending or hosting ESC volunteers. The event is organised to mark International Volunteer Day, celebrated worldwide on 5 December, and will provide essential information and support to help you get started with the programme.
Event Details:
- Date: 5 December 2025
- Time: 14:00 – 15:30
- Language: English
- Location: Europe House Pristina | Str. UÇK nr.90, Pristina 10000, Kosovo
The European Solidarity Corps (ESC) is an EU initiative that creates opportunities for young people to engage in volunteering projects in another country.
Through the ESC, organisations and institutions gain access to motivated young people aged 18–30 who can contribute to a wide range of community-focused activities such as education, environmental protection, social inclusion, youth participation, cultural initiatives, humanitarian support, and more. The programme can bring new skills, fresh ideas, and stronger community links to your organisation, while receiving EU funding to cover these activities.
GAIA Kosovo, as the Contact Point of SALTO SEE for the promotion and support of the European Solidarity Corps program in Kosovo, is happy to invite you to join an infosession dedicated to the organisations or institutions looking to send or host ESC volunteers. The event is organised to mark International Volunteer Day, celebrated worldwide on 5 December, and will provide you with the essential information and support you need to get started.
The infosession will cover the following topics:
- The program overview, objectives and policy priorities;
- Types of volunteering projects (Long term, Short term, Teams);
- Explanation of hosting and sending roles;
- Support measures for the volunteers in ESC projects;
- The role of different entities in the program (SALTOs, National Agencies, Contact Points, etc);
- Examples of different ESC volunteering projects;
- Available networking and training opportunities for the ESC project coordinators;
- Eligible costs and budget allocations;
- The procedure of obtaining a Quality Label;
- Further support measures for newcoming organizations into ESC program;
In order to attend the infosession, please send an email to contactpoint@gaiakosovo.org, including your name, the name of the organization you represent, and your role.
After the infosession, you can book an individual consultation to get support with your Quality Label (QL) application or any questions about the programme. Meetings can be held one-on-one — in person, online, by email, or whichever method suits you best.