JOETZ sends young people and youth workers abroad and hosts them to participate in international projects where intercultural encounter and exchange are central.
JOETZ’s mission is to promote health for children and young people (ages 3-30). We achieve this in various ways: by organizing holiday camps for children and young people in their free time (both in Belgium and abroad), developing health projects for education and youth work, and training young people to become volunteers in youth work. This is our mission in Belgium (Flanders and Brussels), and it translates into our international projects, where the theme of health and youth work is always present in one way or another.
What can I do as a participant?
Follow an interactive training course (TC) and fill your backpack with new methods, exchange experiences and be inspired by foreign young people, youth workers and organizations.
During a youth exchange (YE) meet young people from across the border on a specific theme and participate in the program locally. The common thread is the exchange of ideas and experiences and getting to know each other and each other's culture.
Do European voluntary work (ESC) almost free of charge at a (youth work) organization abroad. JOETZ can only support young people who live in Belgium. If you live in the Netherlands, we advise you to contact our partner Eastpackers.
What support can I expect as a participant?
JOETZ supports each participant in the preparation, during the participation and when returning from a project. At a youth exchange there is extra guidance from a group leader. JOETZ does everything within its power to give every participant a great experience abroad. So please let us know, through your application form, if you have specific needs/needs.
How are the projects funded?
Our projects are funded through the Erasmus+ Youth program and the European Solidarity Corps. As a result, there are little or even no costs for participation, transport, accommodation and meals.
JOETZ hold a ESC QL for hosting, sending and coordinating. JOETZ also holds a Erasmus+ Accreditation.
Would you like us as a partner in your Erasmus+ project?
Then check out our PIF here. Mail a project idea to internationaal@joetz.be. Every proposal will be discussed in our team.