Volunteering with Refugees in Germany: This volunteer program is for undergraduate and graduate students, professionals, employees of human rights organizations, retirees, and anyone interested in volunteering with refugees in Germany. Volunteers in Germany will have the chance to stay with Arabic host families, study colloquial Arabic or German, and experience the German/Arabic culture, politics, and daily life in the city of Halle, Germany. For those who want to work with refugees in Germany, this program is a great opportunity.
This program will allow you to organize and participate in activities and events for refugees in the city of Halle. Many refugees strongly believe in the importance of education to improve their situation in Germany and better integrate themselves into German society. Engage in Germany provides social, educational, and community activities for refugees in Halle. These activities are mainly for young people. As an international volunteer engaging in these activities, you will learn about the refugee situation in Germany, see their living conditions, and come to appreciate how refugees are integrating into a new society.
What Will Volunteers Do Exactly?
As a participant in the Volunteering with Refugees in Germany program, you will do the following:
- Participate in organized activities for refugees, mainly for children and young people. These activities include entertainment, sports, and educational sessions.
- Meet refugees and learn about their situation and their living conditions.
Reviews and Community Awards
Engage in Germany has been working with the Arabic-speaking community in Halle since 2018, building a positive relationship and developing our lessons to be as effective as possible. We continue to strive towards “excellence”: In 2021 we were rated one of the top three programs worldwide in offering volunteer opportunities. We received the community choice awards from Go Overseas in the categories “best language school” and voted best on “fun” and “instruction.”
In 2019, we received our first “Go Overseas Community Choice Awards” to acknowledge Engage in Germany’s impact on the community of travelers around the world. Engage in Germany programs continue to be a highly rated travel organization across its selection of programs. Check out our many great reviews here:
- +830 Reviews (96.8%) on Gooverseas.com
- +170 Reviews (91%) on Goabroad.com
- Participants’ video testimonials
Your Impact
Volunteers taking part in our short-term volunteer projects in Germany will be responsible for teaching one-to-one conversational English courses to students at our center. On occasion, volunteers may also teach small groups of students (anywhere from 2 – 5) to help foster class unity and mutual learning. As a volunteer English teacher, you will interact with students face-to-face helping them gain crucial skills for later in life. Students’ age will range anywhere from 11 – 70 years old, as well as come from a plethora of backgrounds.
Most students will be migrants, or the children of migrants, hailing from various countries that have been subject to difficult times. The majority of the families Engage in Germany serves come from various Arab countries such as Syria, Palestine, Yemen, and Iraq, but the organization is not exclusive and accepts refugees and migrants from all around the world, including Ukraine.
Volunteers will not only serve as teachers but also as cultural diplomats, representing their home country to the community in Halle (Saale), as well as play an important role in helping with communal activities meant to increase cross-cultural exchanges. This positive exposure between members of different cultures is how we foster deeper understanding and respect for the many different cultures all around the world.
At Engage in Germany, we take quality and equality very seriously and ensure our teachers are equipped with material from their first day in Germany. Our center is a place where refugees, migrants, locals, international travelers, volunteers, and professionals can all share a safe space to engage in learning together, and while our organization is small in size, it offers an opportunity to make a big difference in the lives of others!
Your Benefits
- You will gain valuable experience in teaching English as a foreign language
- Additionally, you will also learn creative teaching techniques and learn how to wisely plan English classes to achieve the best results.
- One of your Arabic teachers will teach you Arabic for three hours per week, and you will practice it with local Arabs.
- You will participate in educational, social, and community activities organized by us. These gatherings aim to provide a space where locals, refugees, and program participants can meet and get to know one another.
- Volunteering here will enable you to experience the hospitality of Arabs and Arabic cultures by participating in the Engage in Germany’s activities.
- You will explore the beautiful city of Halle, Germany. During your three-day weekend, Friday through Sunday, you can travel throughout Germany.
- You will live with a German or refugee host family and build a relationship with them.
- We will share a daily breakfast at the office with the Engage in Germany community.
- You will build friendships with other interns and volunteers.
- After the program, you will receive a participation certificate and a recommendation letter.
Summer Volunteer Programs
For people looking for volunteer programs or internships over the summer in Europe or Germany, the Engage in Germany organization offers great volunteer opportunities that span from May to September.
These volunteer programs and internships are ideal for students, English native speakers, those doing their gap year, students, anyone with a summer break, and any individuals looking to volunteer on an extended visit. These summer volunteer programs in Germany combine Arabic language focus with learning, immersion, and engagement in culture and the Arabic community in the city of Halle, Germany.
Winter Volunteer Programs
We believe that the time to volunteer is always now, not only during a limited period of the year. So, for those who would like to volunteer in Germany during the winter months, Engage in Germany offers exciting opportunities also throughout the winter months.
Volunteers have the chance to engage with the local Arabic and German communities in Halle, during the winter months, while also participating in cultural exchange activities. These winter volunteer programs combine learning, immersion, and community engagement, allowing participants to gain valuable skills and insights while contributing to the vibrant multicultural environment in Halle. And you also get the chance to experience the famous German Christmas markets and warm holiday vibes.
Volunteering with Refugees in Germany Quick information:
| Location of Volunteer Program | Halle, Germany |
| Program Language | English |
| Volunteering Duration | 1-13 Weeks |
| Starting/ Ending Dates | Volunteers can freely choose their starting and ending dates. We offer volunteer programs in Palestine year-round (Summer, Winter, Autumn, and Spring) |
| Weekly Costs | Click Here |
| Homestay | Host family Shared room Private (Additional fees apply) |
| Educational Degree | Not Required |
Area of volunteering | Volunteering with refugees in Germany Human rights in refugees camps Volunteering with children |
| University Credit | Available |
| Application Deadline | No Deadline |
| Reviews and Ratings | Reviews On Gooverseas.com Reviews On Goabroad.com Participants video testimonials |
Program’s Fees?
Engage in Germany program charges a fee weekly. The cost includes:
- A tour in Halle
- Breakfast
- An accommodation
- In-country and pre-departure support
- Arabic or German classes (3 hours a week, but it is possible to increase by 3/6/9 hours with a fee)
- Certificate of completion & letter of recommendation
Qualifications
This volunteer program is open to applicants who would like to help community members in Halle improve their English speaking skills. Volunteers do not need a university teaching or English degree to apply or participate. Although any academic degree is certainly welcomed, a degree is not required.
An applicant is required:
- To be over the age of 18;
- Must have a good attitude and be eager and open to learn;
- Must be fluent in English – native and non-native English speakers are welcome.
An applicant is NOT required to:
- Speak Arabic or German
- Have experience in teaching English
- Have any teaching certifications
What Does The Program Include?
Volunteering with Refugees in Germany includes the following:
- Organizing weekly workshops for refugees on educational-related subjects, such as writing resumes and formal emails, teaching employment skills, and developing writing skills.
- Teaching conversational English to refugee children and adults at our office.
- Organizing interactive activities that could include workshops in painting, writing, handicrafts, film, and photography.
- Organizing activities aimed at providing entertainment for refugee children.
- Helping the program’s staff with administration-related activities, such as writing articles or reports, printing materials for the students, etc.
Accommodation Options for the Volunteers
As a volunteer with Engage in Germany, you have three housing options in Halle, each tailored to different preferences. You can choose a shared apartment managed by the organization, offering an independent living experience alongside fellow volunteers and fostering a sense of community.
Alternatively, you may stay with an Arabic or German host family, providing an immersive experience of local culture and traditions. For those who prefer more privacy and flexibility, arranging your accommodation is also possible, with Engage offering support and resources throughout your stay.
Please communicate your accommodation preferences with the center, and we will inform you of the available options.
What Are the Benefits of the Program?
- Volunteer experience abroad. You will engage in and organize several types of educational activities for refugees that are aimed at improving English language skills.
- Experience the hospitality of Arabs and Arabic culture by being a part of our program’s educational, social, and community activities.
- The program will allow you to be in Germany, the European country that has hosted the largest number of Arab refugees in recent years. Most of these refugees have come from Syria, and you will experience their culture and listen to their stories during your time with the program.
- The program provides you with a chance to visit local sites in Halle and discover its rich history.
- On completion of the program, you will receive a participation certificate and recommendation letter.
- Accommodation will involve either staying with a local host family or in a dorm.
- Receive 3 hours of Palestinian-spoken Arabic lessons per week.
- Have the chance to attend cultural evenings and entertainment activities organized by the organization.
When Can I Apply And For How Long Can I Volunteer?
This program is open all year round. You can apply at any time. YOU choose your start and end dates. The only limitation is it must be a minimum period of one week’s participation and a maximum of three months. There is no deadline by which to apply.
How To Apply For The Program
- The participant emails our organization to receive an application (info@eceurope.org).
- The participant fills out the application and sends it back to us.
- We review the application with our team.
- You may be invited to interview on a Skype call.
- If selected for the program, we will send you an acceptance letter and a contract.
- You sign the contract and send it back to us.
- You pay the fees.
- You are ready to come to Germany and join the program. Welcome!
Summary
Engage in Germany program serves as a crossroads to help bridge people from diverse backgrounds together and to help the community members and volunteers develop their cultural competency. This volunteering experience with refugees in Germany is a once-in-a-lifetime volunteer opportunity that will challenge what you know about refugees and how interconnected the world is.
By the end of volunteering, you will find yourself more educated about refugee life in Germany, as well as the difficulties and setbacks often faced. Your students will also have an impact on you whether it be what they share about their journey or what you learn about their native language.
Short-term Volunteer Programs in Halle
At Engage in Germany in Halle, we offer a diverse range of short-term volunteer initiatives across various fields. Whether your interests or expertise lie in teaching English, working with refugees, media, journalism, law, justice, education, environmental or humanitarian issues, or professional development, we are confident you will find a short-term volunteer program where you can excel and make a meaningful impact on the refugee community.
Our short-term volunteer programs and projects in the West Bank, Palestine include:
Find Us Online
Does this sound interesting? Do you have any questions for us? Please do not hesitate to contact us at Info@eceurope.org or via WhatsApp at +49 176 3935 3950.