An opportunity for travellers interested in Eco Villages, Intentional Communities, and Alternative Lifestyles in Finland!
The Centre for Wellbeing in Tammisaari, South-East Finland, has just shared an exciting volunteering opportunity on our social media group!
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Join Our Wellbeing Center as a Volunteer in Tammisaari, Finland!☀️
Welcome to our vibrant center for wellbeing, nestled in the picturesque town of Tammisaari in Southern Finland!
We’re seeking enthusiastic volunteers to join our community starting from mid-October to November. This is a unique opportunity to live, work and grow in a dynamic environment dedicated to courses, retreats, and art.
What We’re Looking For
We welcome applications from:
- Reliable and independent individuals
- Those who thrive in community living
- People excited to contribute their unique talents
- Flexible and self-motivated personalities
- Individuals comfortable managing their own tasks
Commitment
Minimum stay is one month, but prefer people with a possibility to stay longer, if we are a good match. We have had people who have stayed for 8-10 months. With a new person we start with a period between 1-1,5 months and see where it goes from there. 😊
Your Role as a Volunteer
As an integral part of our residential community and work teams, you’ll contribute approximately 5 hours per day/25 hours per week. For these hours we provide you with food, accommodation and basic toiletries. No payment involved. Your tasks mainly include:
- Supporting events and retreats (organizing, cleaning, etc.)
- Maintenance and small repairs
- Cooking for volunteers
- Helping with moving things, clearing storage rooms
- Helping with smaller tasks like helping at our kombucha factory, booking.com customer service, photography and canva/excel tasks
- Contributing to the daily life of our community
Community Engagement
- Participate in our weekly meetings, birthday parties and spontaneous get-togethers
- Become a valued part of our thriving community
Bonus
Enjoy to use our spaces for your own practice when available!
Many volunteers and residents share passion and knowledge with the community by arranging yoga, meditation, breathwork or by sharing the pearls of their local cuisine. Contributing by sharing yours is highly appreciated!
Accommodation & Living
- Live on the top floor (4th) of our main building
- Share a room with another volunteer or have your own, subject to availability
- Weekly groceries provided for breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Participate in communal cooking: volunteers take turns preparing lunch for the group
Important Notes
We can only accept volunteers with a European passport or appropriate visa. Unfortunately, we cannot assist with visa applications.
Ready to Join Us?
If this sounds like the perfect opportunity, please fill in the form below and we will come back to you within a week 😊
https://forms.gle/EYd6QEJA5ZsDr3tG6
If you’re interested, we invite you to apply!
Requirements
The centre is looking for volunteers who are reliable, independent, and respectful, as well as comfortable living in a community and contributing with their unique skills and knowledge. This is a lively hub for courses, retreats, and art, and it also houses a residential community of volunteers and permanent residents.
As a volunteer, you will become an active part of this community, participating in residential life and work teams. Your contributions will help support the centre in various tasks, such as event organization, cleaning, painting, gardening, and more.
What is expected of volunteers?
- You should have initiative in your tasks.
- Be comfortable managing your own time.
- Remain flexible and consider the priorities and needs of the centre.
Benefits of volunteering:
- Free access to some weekly classes and events.
- Use of the centre’s spaces for your personal practice (when not in use for retreats or workshops).
Accommodation:
You will have your own room or share with one other volunteer (maximum of 2 people per room). Living spaces are located on the 4th floor of the main building.
Interested?
CONTACT DETAILS 📧
Volunteers are needed starting from January! If interested, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/EYd6QEJA5ZsDr3tG6
Good luck—we hope you enjoy this incredible opportunity!
About Knipnäs – Centre for Wellbeing
Knipnäs is a historic building located in Tammisaari (Ekenäs), a district within the city of Raseborg in southern Finland. Completed in 1935, it originally served as a hospital under the Helsinki and Uusimaa Hospital District until 1996.
In the early 2000s, the city of Ekenäs acquired the property, repurposing it for educational use by Axxell, a Swedish-language vocational school.
Today, Knipnäs functions as a Centre for Wellbeing, hosting courses, retreats, and art exhibitions, providing accommodation options for visitors. The centre emphasises community living, where volunteers and residents participate in daily operations and events.
You can find out more by visiting the official website: https://knipnas.fi/
Source: https://www.facebook.com/groups/slowtravelvolunteer/ ⛳ 👇🏼
This sounds like a wonderful chance to contribute to community well-being while experiencing Finland! Are there specific skills or qualifications needed for this role?