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Volunteering in sustainability

 

Environmental reality is characterized by increasing pollution, the impact of climate change, and the accelerated loss of biodiversity.

In the Sustainability Volunteering programme, you will first receive training to understand the environmental, economic, and consumption dynamics that affect the planet’s sustainability, biodiversity, and the exploitation of natural resources. You will also learn practices that help raise awareness, educate, and inform society while contributing to reversing environmental degradation processes.

As part of the volunteering activities, you may participate in initiatives that promote sustainable food systems and fair and responsible trade at the University of Valencia, or take part in local beach actions involving the collection and classification of waste and the assessment of its impact on coastal marine ecosystems.

1. Training

The training programme lasts 13 hours.

The first part covers basic aspects of volunteering, including:

  • What volunteering is and what it is not.
  • Why volunteering is necessary.
  • The role of volunteers.

The second part focuses on sustainability-related topics, including:

  • Climate change.
  • Biodiversity and marine systems.
  • Waste management.
  • Responsible production models.
  • Sustainable consumption. 

Teaching Staff

  • Ana I. Vázquez Cañete, lecturer in the Department of Social Work and Social Services.
  • Albert Mora, lecturer in the Department of Sociology and Social Anthropology at the University of Valencia.
  • Enrique González Luis, Director of Studies at the Chamber of Valencia Vocational Training Centre and volunteer.
  • Javier Pons García, volunteer with the Pentagrama Mental Health Association and trustee of the Nova Terra Foundation.
  • Sergio Belda Miquel, lecturer in the Department of Social Work and Social Services at the University of Valencia.
  • Anna Polvoreda, member of the BIOagradables association. 

2. Volunteering Activities

Participants who complete the training will have the opportunity to apply for one of the volunteering action projects.

Available initiatives include:

3. Schedule and Key Information

Training Phase

  • Duration: 13 hours
  • Dates: Fridays 6, 13 and 20 November, and 4 December
  • Time: Afternoon sessions
  • Format: In person
  • Available places: 30 
  • Schedule and classrooms

Volunteering Phase

Depending on the selected project, volunteering activities will take place between December and June.

The Sedi (Information and Student Development Service) will put participants in contact with the relevant organizations to arrange the specific details of their participation. 

Registration