ESC On-arrival Training

Aims & objectives

- To help participants adapt to cultural and personal challenges during the service
- To allow participants to get to know each other and build a network
- To exchange first experiences, clarify rights and responsibilities of all persons/organizations involved and create common understanding of ESC objectives and principles
- To enhance communication and problem solving skills
- To provide guidance on conflict prevention and management
- To raise awareness of cultural differences, stimulate cultural adaptation & intercultural learning
- To provide space and guidance for participants to develop personal learning plans and goals for their activity period
- To provide information and encourage environmentally sustainable behavior in the spirit of the Programme

Target group & international/intercultural composition of the group & team

European Solidarity Corps volunteers who were in the beginning of their ESC activity in Luxembourg. Participants were from Germany, Turkey, Belgium, Spain, Greece, Moldova, Georgia.

Training methods used & main activities

Non-formal training methods: group building activities, experiential learning exercises, group discussions, simulations, theatre, etc.

Outcomes of the activity

Participants had the opportunity to network with other ESC volunteers in Croatia, get knowledge of their rights and responsibilities as ESC volunteers and develop skills in areas such as interpersonal communication, problem solving, intercultural learning, self-directed learning and more

Your tasks and responsibilities within the team

I was one of the three trainers on this training. I was actively involved in preparation and delivery of the training.

I worked on this training for 4 days as a full time trainer.