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SAVWA Sustainable Permaculture Gardening

This project is part of the SCI North South Programmes. Volunteers should be 20 years old, have previous volunteering experience and take part in the Preparation Workshops organised by their sending branch. More details from your sending branch.
Camp code:
ZA-SAV 11.102
Country:
South Africa
Start Date:
Oct 06, 2025
End Date:
Oct 20, 2025
Topic:
11: Climate and sustainable lifestyle
Special Topics:
Climate for Peace Programme
Work Types:
Agriculture / Environment / Social
Number of volunteers:
5
Free places for Males:
3
Free places for Females:
2
International age:
18 - 99
National age:
18 - 99
Extra fee to be paid in the hosting country:
260.00 Euro [282 US Dollar]
Breakdown:
  1. Accommodation and food: 0.00 Euro
  2. Transportation: 0.00 Euro
  3. Activities: 0.00 Euro
  4. Hosting organisation support: 260 Euro
Purpose of extra costs:
Extra Information • Participation Fee: €260 o Covers accommodation, food, project expenses, administrative costs, a certificate of participation, and communication support. o Does not cover travel expenses to and from the camp or airport pickup. Volunteers are advised to set aside additional funds for transport. • Participants should consult SAVWA for travel advice when booking tickets to Pretoria.
Required Language:
English

Description: SAVWA Sustainable Permaculture Gardening Project is a community-led initiative aimed at encouraging young people to adopt low environmental impact living and eco-friendly practices. The work camp emphasizes the development and practice of self-sustaining environmental awareness to combat climate change and promote sustainable living. This project provides a unique opportunity to contribute positively to the environment while learning sustainable gardening practices.

Type of Work: Volunteers will receive hands-on training from skilled personnel within our organization and local community-based organizations. Key activities include: • Permaculture gardening training and implementation. • Voluntary work at the SAVWA community center, where various activities will be conducted. • Participation in workshops and practical sessions on eco-friendly practices. Volunteers should come with an open mind and enthusiasm, as a variety of activities are planned to keep participants engaged throughout the work camp.

Study Theme: - Permaculture Gardening

  • Sustainable living lifestyle
  • Ecofriendly practices

Accommodation: What to Bring • Sleeping bag • Mosquito spray or lotion • Sandals and comfortable shoes • Warm clothes for chilly nights • Torch or flashlight • Arts and cultural items for group activities Accommodation Participants will stay in a house located at the activity venue in Soshanguve. The accommodation includes: • Simple bathroom with a shower and running water • Flushing toilets • Electricity Participants need to bring their own sleeping bags.

Language: The community is multicultural, with English as the primary language. Other local languages such as Ndebele and Zulu are also spoken.

Requirements: • Weekends are reserved for free tours, which participants can organize independently at their own expense. • Cultural nights are a highlight of the camp, where each volunteer can share their country's culture and traditions. • Open-mindedness and a positive attitude. • Willingness to interact with individuals from different cultural backgrounds. • Flexibility to live in simple conditions

Approximate Location: Soshanguve, Pretoria

Notes: Extra Information • Participation Fee: €260 o Covers accommodation, food, project expenses, administrative costs, a certificate of participation, and communication support. o Does not cover travel expenses to and from the camp or airport pickup. Volunteers are advised to set aside additional funds for transport. • Participants should consult SAVWA for travel advice when booking tickets to Pretoria.