The WHV initiative was launched in 2008 to encourage young people to undertake concrete action and play an active role in the protection, preservation and promotion of World Heritage sites. The initiative consists of action camps organized by youth organizations or institutions in cooperation with multiple stakeholders and partners, which work together for the state of conservation of World Heritage sites.
The initiative mobilizes national and international volunteers through hands-on and awareness-raising activities for the conservation of our common cultural and natural heritage.
WORTH
- Each action camp accommodates ten to thirty national and international volunteer participants.
- Food and lodging are provided by the host organization.
ELIGIBILITY
- Participants are students between 18 and 30 years old,
- Volunteers are expected to contribute their share of the expenses, such as the cost of their travel to the site, and insurance.
- Many assignments are in remote locations, and volunteers are expected to respect local customs.
- English is the recommended language for communication.
DEADLINE: November 30 2016
To apply and for more information visit here
