Romania

Romania is one of the last reserves of Europe’s rustic way of life, with welcoming village communities nestled among beautiful green valleys.

At the heart of the country and bordered on three sides by the spectacular Carpathian Mountains, is Transylvania - famed for its fabled vampires and haunted castles!

We have set up brand new programmes for volunteers to work mainly with traditional Hungarian and Csango ethnic groups, teaching and looking after orphans and disadvantaged women and children .

1. What projects are available in Romania?

Székely land: We have several small scale projects in the Transylvanian region, in villages scattered in and around Miercurea Ciuc, the capital of Székely land. Volunteers can work in homes for vulnerable women and children in a variety of locations, with tasks including teaching, organising activities and providing fun, support and general human contact. Accommodation for volunteers is provided free with local families.

2. Are there any special requirements for volunteers in Romania?

Like all of our projects there is a minimum age requirement of 18. The children are highly motivated, and previous teaching or social work experience is not usually necessary. More than anything, a flexible, open mind, an ability to live in a rural community, and an interest and sensitivity towards local cultural values are essential.

Interested? To find out about the next step to becoming a volunteer, read our application process.