VSI Ireland

17/06/2026

Get hands-on with renewable energy this summer!

Join SCI Germany at the Artefact Climate Park Summer Camp I & II (18 Jul – 1 Aug 2026 & 8 Aug 2026 — 22 Aug 2026) in Germany for a hands-on volunteer experience in sustainability and solar power.

You'll help with maintenance, construction, and solar installation at Klimapark — an energy infotainment site for schools and visitors — with this project's special focus on refurbishing a historic Archimedean windmill.

Open to anyone with an interest in climate change a nd renewable energy.

Check links below on how to apply:
https://www.vsi.ie/latest/artefact-climate-park-summer-camp-i/

https://www.vsi.ie/latest/artefact-climate-park-summer-camp-ii/

Project code: DE-SCI 11.53 Category & type of work: Climate and sustainable lifestyle, maintenance work, solar installation  Country:  Germany  Date:  8 Aug …

17/06/2026

Looking for a year in Belgium making a real impact?

Gent Fair Trade is looking for ESC volunteers to join their small, passionate team — working on fair trade campaigns, events, and social media content in the city of Ghent.

Link in bio for full details and how to apply.

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17/06/2026

Looking for a year in Belgium making a real impact?

Gent Fair Trade is looking for ESC volunteers to join their small, passionate team — working on fair trade campaigns, events, and social media content in the city of Ghent.

Check link below for full details and how to apply 👉 gentfairtrade.be/esc-vacancies-2026-2027

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15/06/2026

Are you passionate about the outdoors, animal welfare, and rural community living? This could be the experience for you.

A new European Solidarity Corps opportunity is open to volunteer at a wildlife shelter in Poggio San Lorenzo, Italy.

Volunteers will help care for injured, sick, and exotic animals at the Parco Faunistico di Piano dell'Abatino, support environmental education activities, and contribute to research and communications work.

For full details and how to apply, see the link below: associazionekora.it/2026/03/12/call-for-esc-volunteers-in-wildlife-shelter-in-italy

15/06/2026

Introducing VSI Board

Eamon Tuffy has served as VSI Chairperson since 2023. Eamon brings a rich experience spanning academia, public service, and community leadership.

After finishing college Eamon worked as a research physicist in England, he returned to Ireland to a job as a physics lecturer in Dublin Institute of Technology (now TU Dublin). Subsequently Eamon worked as DIT/CDVEC Education Officer, and Head of School in IT Tallaght (now also TU Dublin).

Eamon served as an elected county councillor on South Dublin County Council, was chairperson of the County Development Board, a member of the Governing Body of IT Tallaght, and member/chairperson of Boards of Management of a number of Community Schools and Colleges.

13/06/2026

Introducing VSI Board

Eamon Tuffy has served as VSI Chairperson since 2023. Eamon brings a rich experience spanning academia, public service, and community leadership.

After finishing college Eamon worked as a research physicist in England, he returned to Ireland to a job as a physics lecturer in Dublin Institute of Technology (now TU Dublin). Subsequently Eamon worked as DIT/CDVEC Education Officer, and Head of School in IT Tallaght (now also TU Dublin).

Eamon served as an elected county councillor on South Dublin County Council, was chairperson of the County Development Board, a member of the Governing Body of IT Tallaght, and member/chairperson of Boards of Management of a number of Community Schools and Colleges.

11/06/2026

Introducing the VSI Board

Julieth Kweka joined the board in 2024 and has over a decade of experience in the international development, working with vulnerable communities across East Africa and Ireland.

Julieth Kweka is a Master’s degree holder in International Development Practice with a strong passion for social justice, community empowerment, and inclusive development.

She has worked with vulnerable communities across East Africa and Ireland, supporting initiatives focused on community development, advocacy, and social inclusion.

Her work is driven by a commitment to creating sustainable change, amplifying marginalized voices, and fostering meaningful connections across diverse communities.

10/06/2026

Ready to volunteer, learn and connect across cultures?

Parcours Le Monde Grand Ouest is welcoming volunteers for a 9–10 month ESC experience in France.

Think intercultural exchange, working with students and youth, and building something that matters.

If you're 18–30, and based in the EU — this one's for you.

Hop on an info session first: June 17 @ 5pm | June 23 @ 9pm (Irish time). Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSekJCTpq1Ac8z2LJ9yntpTjvIzFVTklacGlVfT8CHwX958aQA/viewform?pli=1!

Applications close July 1st, {https://youth.europa.eu/solidarity/opportunity/29584_en}

Drop your questions to [email protected]

10/06/2026

Elsa has over a decade of experience in the non-profit sector, working with social enterprises, charities, and community groups. Elsa believes that knowledge combined with small actions can change the world.

Passionate about communications, the importance of storytelling and the circular economy, she has held multiple roles within the food redistribution sector and founded a purpose-driven business focused on the circular economy.


She is currently the Network Manager with Community Resources Network Ireland (CRNI), where she leads the development of a national network of reuse and repair organisations, fosters cross-sector collaboration, and supports capacity-building initiatives aligned with Ireland’s circular economy and environmental sustainability goals.

09/06/2026

Aidan is VSI’s Treasurer who joined the VSI Board in 2022.

Aidan was born and raised in the US where he has an extensive background in similar organisations to VSI. Promoting peace and solidarity has long been something he has had an interest in and was instrumental in pushing him into socially responsible investing and to joining the VSI board. In his high school years Aidan applied his passions to creating and leading a club of 30+ members to deliver baked goods to homeless shelters across Chicago, which he continued throughout his undergrad. During his summers Aidan worked as an unpaid counsellor at a summer camp to mentor and support children’s development.

Aidan holds an MSc in Finance from UCD Smurfit and has five years of experience working in the financial services industry, with a particular focus on ESG and sustainability investing. He brings this financial expertise to his governance roles, serving as a Board member and the Treasurer for VSI. In this capacity, Aidan is responsible for financial oversight and contributing to the strategic direction of the organisation's programmes and initiatives.