by Epanekkinisis
Organization Description:
Epanekkinisis is a social cooperative enterprise based in Kypseli, Athens, dedicated to promoting the reuse of IT equipment. They focus on providing schools with refurbished computers and raising awareness about technological reuse. The organization aims to reduce electronic waste, enhance technological literacy, and offer employment opportunities through volunteer-driven repair and educational projects. Their activities include repairing computers, creating educational resources, and engaging in social media marketing to support their mission.
Field of work:
Εducation, Environment / Climate Change / Circular Economy
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Activity details
Volunteering Activity Description:
Volunteers at Epanekkinhsis will assist with the repair and refurbishment of computers for schools. They will help with social media marketing to raise awareness about the benefits of technology reuse and support the development of educational materials. Volunteers will also be involved in promoting recycling and reducing electronic waste. Tasks include repairing equipment, managing social media accounts, and engaging in marketing activities. Volunteers should be prepared to commit 2-3 hours per day for at least one month.
Thematic Area: Education
Prefecture: Attica | Location: Athens
Type of work: Both administrative & field
Volunteer Duties:
-Assist in the repair and refurbishment of computers for use in schools.
-Contribute to social media marketing efforts to promote the organization’s mission.
-Help develop educational materials related to IT and technology reuse.
-Raise awareness about the benefits of recycling and reducing electronic waste.
-Support administrative tasks related to volunteer coordination and project management.
Season: Whole Year
Start date: 15/11/2024 | End date: 31/12/2025
Hosting details: 1 week – 4 weeks
2-3 hours per day
Is this an individual or a group activity? Individual
Number of volunteers: 2 volunteers each month
Minimum age: 18 | Maximum age: 40
Qualifications the volunteer should possess:
Only whatever is required by the law, ID etc.
Hosting Organization provides:
-Certificate of participation
-Set of tools to do the work that they can keep after the completion of the practice.
-Real life working experience possible employment opportunities either within the organisation or affiliated business
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? No
Is there a participation fee? No
