by A Drop in the Ocean – Stagona
Organization Description:
A Drop in the Ocean is a humanitarian non-profit organisation with the aim of providing support to people forced to flee, as well as providing information about the situation of displaced persons. We are currently present at two different locations in Greece and in Norway. The organisation was established in 2015 and we have since then contributed with distributions of food, clothing and other necessary items. We also arrange different recreational- and learning activities to give displaced persons a sense of normality in an otherwise difficult situation and everyday life
In total approximately 8,000 volunteer field workers and coordinators from around the world have assisted in our work.
We do not receive any public funding but do have several private contributors, as well as agreements with some companies and business actors.
Our vision :
“Drop by drop we will create an ocean of understanding for displaced persons and contribute to a world where all people are met with respect and where human rights are valued.”
Field of work:
Diversity / Equality / Inclusion, Human rights, Migration / Refugee, Social welfare
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Activity details
Volunteering Activity Description:
Humanitarian Aid
Laundry service
Without adequate access to water in Mavrovouni Camp, hygienic services are a constant challenge. Our project ensures that we reach all camp residents offering laundry services. On a daily basis, our teams collect clothes to be washed the residents of the camp, and with a priority on families, singles and protection referrals. In our laundry station inside the camp, we wash all incoming bags to medical standards contributing to our capacity as part of the medical protocol for skin diseases eradication. Additionally, through referrals from the medical sector, we train our staff to offer guided and practical information about scabies.
Manual wash station
We have established washing stations in the camp where residents have access to manual washing machines. Here, they can wash their clothes and textiles whenever they need it most. The innovative machines operate entirely without relying on electricity.
Community Empowerment Mobilisation
Thematic Area: Advocacy and Human Rights
Prefecture: Attica, North Aegean | Location: Mytilene, Lesvos
Type of work: Field
Volunteer Duties:
Daily meeting with with team of international fieldworkers, interns and coordinators
Collection of Laundry, Laundry labelling, Assistance in the Laundry station, Distribution of Laundry, Distribution of detergent to the people of the camp, provide guidance on how the residents of the camp can use the manual washing machines
participate in language cafe, job readiness and team building activities
Season: Whole Year
Start date: 19/05/2025 | End date: 31/01/2026
Hosting details: Other
Minimum of 4 weeks,
Is this an individual or a group activity? Group
Number of volunteers: 4 – 5
Minimum age: 23 years old is the minimum | Maximum age: No limit
Qualifications the volunteer should posses:
Requirements:
Be over 23 years
Be available to volunteer for at least 4 weeks in Lesvos Project
Have a clean criminal record
A team player with a collaborative spirit
Interest in volunteering in the humanitarian sector (prior experience is not required)
A valid driving license for Greece (optional)
Ability to work in a physically demanding environment
Hosting Organization provides:
The organization provides the following support for interns and volunteers:
Pre-arrival online training, to ensure you are well-prepared before starting.
An induction day, covering orientation on your tasks, communication protocols, and safety and security procedures within the camp.
Assistance with finding accommodation.
A reimbursement of €200 for every four weeks completed, to help cover costs such as accommodation, transportation, or daily expenses.
A certificate of completion,
Is this activity for volunteers with health problems such as allergies or phobias such as fear of heights be involved? No, there is an increased risk of exposure to any of the above
Is this activity for volunteers with disabilities (visual, mobility impairment) or serious mental illnesses such as PTSD? Maybe
Is there a participation fee? No
