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Community Service in Germany

If you are enthusiastic about social engagement, team player, open-minded, have a school-leaving qualification, and want to have a vocational qualification or equivalent work experience.

Weltwärts is all about engagement in development issues, global learning and interacting as equals. It brings people together in and from Germany, Asia, Africa, Latin America, Oceania and Eastern Europe. The program focuses on non-formal learning on a mutual basis and strengthening of international partnerships.

Germany is a world of majestic palaces, charming villages, and cutting-edge cities brimming with cosmopolitan delights.

Develop fluency in the German language and cultures, and if you’re environmentally-conscious, you’ll appreciate Germany’s emphasis on recycling and conservation!

You’ll be a vital part of your  community. You’ll be so much more than a tourist.

Eligibility Requirements

  • German Language  (at least A2 level ) is a MUST
  • Have completed secondary school, vocational training, hold a higher education degree, or are otherwise personally suitable.
  • Are between 18 and 27 years of age upon arrival. Participants must turn 18 before the start of the program.
  • Participants have a strong interest in volunteering in the social sector.
  • Currently living outside of Germany
  •  Will move to Germany in order to participate in a volunteer service.
  • Participants have not previously participated in a Bundesfreiwilligendienst.

If a volunteer has already participated in any state-regulated German voluntary services (e.g. BFD, FSJ, FÖJ) under the Youth Volunteer Service Act (Bundesfreiwilligendienstegesetz), the applicant cannot be accepted into the program due to legal regulations.

 

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FAQs

  • Have completed secondary school, vocational training, hold a higher education degree, or are otherwise Personally suitable.
  • Are between 18 and 27 years of age upon arrival. Participants must turn 18 before the start of the program.
  • Participants have a strong interest in volunteering in the social sector.
  • Currently living outside of Germany
  • Will move to Germany in order to participate in a volunteer service.
  • Participants have not previously participated in a Bundesfreiwilligendienst.

If a volunteer has already participated in any state-regulated German voluntary services (e.g. BFD, FSJ, FÖJ) under the Youth Volunteer Service Act (Bundesfreiwilligendienstegesetz), the applicant cannot be accepted into the program due to legal regulations.