ICYF Young Volunteers Camp 2024 is an opportunity for young and emerging leaders to learn advanced methods of countering the rising social and humanitarian crises. he ICYF, in collaboration with the Ministry of Youth and Sports of the Republic of Turkey, is hosting the ICYF International Young Volunteers Camp titled “Young Volunteers in Post-Disaster Psychosocial Support” from April 23 to May 5, 2024, in Antalya, Turkey. In this funded volunteer camp in Turkey, the participants acutely learn to act actively in times of natural disasters and humanitarian crises.
ICYF Youth Camp 2024 is organized by the Islamic Cooperation Youth Forum with the collaboration of the Ministry of Youth and Sports of the Republic of Türkiye. The distinctive feature of this funded Volunteering Opportunity in Antalya is that there are separate days of volunteering activities for males and females. Each group can find its strengths and weaknesses in responding to these natural disasters and humanitarian crises. Moreover, the processes that are being followed in this internationally funded volunteer camp for young leaders are of a theoretical as well as practical nature and include simulative sessions and workshops.
The ICYF volunteering camps serve as empowering platforms for youth, offering skill development opportunities and fostering a sense of agency. Studies show that young volunteers play a significant role in providing psychosocial support post-natural disasters and humanitarian crises, offering morale and psychological assistance while strengthening community solidarity. Their energetic, innovative, and empathetic approaches significantly contribute to the emotional well-being of disaster victims and the overall post-disaster recovery process.
The 2024 ICYF International Young Volunteers Camp exemplifies Islamic compassion and social responsibility by uniting volunteers from the OIC region to ensure skill development and foster a collective understanding of volunteerism’s principles. Recognizing volunteers’ contributions across diverse sectors, including humanitarian aid and community building, the ICYF demonstrates a commitment to serving humanity in times of need. Through these efforts, the ICYF embodies a vision of youth empowerment and global solidarity in addressing humanitarian challenges.
About 6th ICYF International Young Volunteers Camp 2024 in Antalya, Turkiye
- Camp Location: Alaaddin Keykubat Youth Camp, Kepez, Antalya, Türkiye
- Camp Dates: 23rd April-5th May 2024
- Camp for Women: 30th April to 5th May 2024
- Camp for Men: 23rd to 28th April 2024
- No of Participants: 150 (75 men, 75 women)
- Deadline: 24th March 2024
Benefits Of 6th ICYF Young Volunteers Camp 2024
The Fully Funded International Youth Forum in Turkey, organized by ICYF in 2024, presents a remarkable opportunity for both international students and young individuals. As a Fully Funded International Youth Conference, selected applicants stand to receive a host of benefits, including:
ICYF cover following expenses of this program:
- ICYF will support international transportation expenses up to $125.
- Local transportation from the airport to the camp location and back will be covered.
- Accommodation expenses are fully covered by ICYF.
- Meals and costs related to city tours for experiencing local hospitality will be provided.
- All selected participants will receive an invitation letter for visa purposes.
Camp Objective
- Providing Psychosocial Support Skills
- Post-Disaster Preparedness Training
- Strengthening Community Service Awareness
- Developing Teamwork and Leadership Skills
- Strengthening Social Ties
Eligibility Criteria For ICYF 6th International Volunteer Camp
Eligibility criteria for the program include:
- Applicants must be citizens of the OIC Member States or members of the Muslim community residing in non-OIC Member States.
- The age range for applicants is 18-35 years.
- Candidates should possess prior experience in volunteer work.
- Proficiency in English and the ability to work effectively in teams are required.
- Applicants should demonstrate involvement in various volunteer projects.
- Candidates must exhibit passion and motivation to participate fully in the training program.
How to apply for the ICYF Young Volunteers Camp 2024?
- The candidates have to apply online.
- The candidates have to get themselves registered first to open the next page of the application form.
- The candidates have to upload all the required evidence in the application form.
- Make sure to answer all the questions with a * mark.
- Answer the entire question within the given word limit.
- If the selection committee finalizes a candidate he or she will be called for the interview, so provide your exact contact details.
