by Cotranspose

Organization Description:
Cotranspose reclaims spaces—both physical and conceptual—to foster creativity, connection, and care. Recognizing that spaces hold the potential for exchange and belonging, we transform inactive or inaccessible spaces into hubs for co-creation, prioritizing community engagement and inclusivity. Our approach emphasizes radical hospitality, resisting competition and exclusion, and celebrating individuality and lived experience. We aim to create accessible, locally relevant, and sustainable spaces for all, fostering long-term engagement and a sense of shared ownership.

We actively engage international and local communities, offering a range of cultural, educational, and social programs. Our activities take place in Northern Evros, Greece, an area significantly affected by depopulation and inaccessibility—a reality that profoundly shapes our mission to revitalize the region. These activities include residencies—from self-initiated stays for individual reflection and research to group experiences like our Spring Residency and Festival, designed to foster collaboration and exchange—alongside workshops, community-led projects, and initiatives that connect creatives and communities.

Ultimately, our impact is centered on transforming communities through horizontal methodologies that empower ownership, foster sustainable change from within, and cultivate a lasting sense of belonging and collective responsibility.

Field of work:
Εducation, Culture / Art, Diversity / Equality / Inclusion

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Activity details

Volunteering Activity Description:

Join the Cotranspose Residency and Festival as a volunteer and immerse yourself in a collaborative and creative community in Northern Evros, Greece. Support the residency through daily tasks, festival preparation, and event execution. During the festival (April 15-17, 2025), you can contribute to various roles, from information and awareness to social media. We welcome proactive individuals who want to share their skills and be part of a unique cultural exchange.

Thematic Area: Arts and Culture

Prefecture: Eastern Macedonia and Thrace | Location: Villages in the are of Trigono, North Evros, Greece

Type of work: Both administrative & field

Volunteer Duties:
– Assist with the preparation of residency and festival spaces, ensuring they are clean, organized, and functional.
– Provide support for the organization and setup of exhibitions, events, and activities during the residency and festival.
– Take on various support roles during the Cotranspose Festival (April 15-17, 2025), such as staffing the information desk, being part of the awareness team, or assisting with event logistics.
– Contribute to social media documentation by capturing photos, videos, and interviews to showcase the residency and festival activities (if interested).
– Engage actively with residents and the local community, fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment and contributing ideas to the co-creation process.

Season: Spring

Start date: 01/04/2025 | End date: 30/04/2025

Hosting details: 1 week – 4 weeks
We welcome volunteers for periods of 1 to 4 weeks during our Spring Residency and Festival in April 2025. Volunteers can expect to contribute approximately 5-6 hours per day, 5 days per week. The specific schedule will vary depending on the needs of the residency and festival activities. We are flexible and can discuss individual preferences upon application.

Is this an individual or a group activity? Individual

Number of volunteers: 5-10 volunteers for the residency period, 5-10 volunteers for the festival period. Please note that these numbers represent the approximate number of volunteers needed during each period. Some volunteers may choose to stay for both the residency and the festival, while others may participate for only one. We are flexible and will work with volunteer availability.

Minimum age: No limit | Maximum age: No limit

Qualifications the volunteer should possess:
We believe in the power of individual contributions and prioritize personal qualities over formal qualifications. We welcome anyone who is enthusiastic about co-creation, community engagement, contributing to a vibrant cultural environment, and genuinely interested in being part of the Cotranspose community. We seek volunteers who are:

-Open and flexible
– Creative and collaborative
– Respectful and inclusive
– Proactive and responsible

Hosting Organization provides:
– Accommodation: Shared accommodation in equipped houses.
– Meals: One shared meal/day; full meals during festival (April 15-17).
– Active Participation: Residency/festival co-creation, workshops, art/music/gastronomy experiences.
– Community: Work with Cotranspose team, integral part of our community.
– Certificate: Certificate of participation (upon request).

Is this activity for volunteers with health problems such as allergies or phobias such as fear of heights be involved? Yes, there is no relative risk

Is this activity for volunteers with disabilities (visual, mobility impairment) or serious mental illnesses such as PTSD? Maybe

Is there a participation fee? No