European Solidarity Corps volunteering opportunity Ecovillage Bergen (Netherlands)

Are you interested in exploring a sustainable lifestyle in a community? During this funded volunteering opportunity you will live and work in the dynamic ecovillage of Bergen and also contribute to the national Dutch ecovillage network. You will develop new competences, make friends and actively become part of a regenerative culture.

Start date: 1 June 2025  |   Duration: 9 months   |   Places: 3

About the opportunity

This ESC opportunity is for EU residents/citizens until the age of 30 interested in developing ecological and social skills and curious about the ecovillage movement. You will be living and working in Ecovillage Bergen and also contribute to the Dutch ecovillage network (GEN Netherlands) in a project of your choice. As a volunteer you will participate in various activities, from gardening to cooking and from building maintenance to documentation.

When?

Between 1 June 2025 and 28 February 2026. The total duration is 9 months.

Where?

Ecovillage Bergen covers an area of 15 hectares and is located in the northwest of the Netherlands, close to the sea. The terrain is a former war airport now transforming into a place of peace and creativity. The community consists of a group of about 25 people. The common focus is living with a low ecological footprint in a natural environment. You may expect shared housing, common facilities and diverse social activities. There is an events terrain, a vegetable garden, a give away shop, a small bulk shop and many green areas of small wilderness.

How to apply?

Are you interested in this ESC project? Please apply as soon as possible through our ESC application form. Questions can be directed to Petra: info@ekostam.nl.

GEN Netherlands: www.gen-nl.nl