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Volunteers

Γεια σού, cześć, hello! I’m Agata and I’m a world curious person. I like new challenges, hiking and dancing. Every day I solve logical puzzles, Agata read and jump. I like to smile at others. I decided to apply for ESC because I think it really is an opportunity: I didn’t want to miss the chance to visit a different country, make friends and learn a language that is kind of unheard of in Poland. I believe my two months in Greece will be amazing and I hope I’m gonna bring a lot of good for the dogs I’m gonna look after.

Annalisa Hello! I am Annalisa, I come from the wonderful city of Bologna (Northern Italy). I have an academic background in International Relations (European Affairs) and look forward to become a project developer in international cooperation, tackling social issues through the participation of civil society. I am spending a year in Kalamata, volunteering at the K.A.NE’s office, helping out with the design and management of youth mobility and social projects.

Hi everyone!!! My name is Baptiste and I come from France. I’m working at the office making videos for K.A.NE. I’ll stay here until Baptiste the end of September and I’m pretty excited about this whole experience. It’s the first time that I’ve been away by myself for this long, it’s a huge new experience for me.

Catarina Hello! My name is Catarina and I’m a 21 year old girl from Portugal. After finishing my studies, I decided to stop for a year to clarify my ideas and decide what I will do next. Right now, I will be a volunteer here in Kalamata for the next six months, I’m working at the Therapeutic Horse Center

Ιππόσχεση in Analipsi (Messsini). It’s the perfect combination between learning and being in contact with nature. There’s not much to say about me, I’m a calm person and probably my hobby is to listen to some rock music while reading a book or walking around the city.

Kalimera! My name is Hania and I come from Poland. I am a volunteer at K.A.NE.’s office and I will stay here in Kalamata until the end of August. Hania I really like to travel, because I think life gets boring if you stay in one place for too long! One of my biggest dreams is to live for at least couple of months in several different countries, so I can truly experience other cultures – not just as a tourist.

Volunteers

Kamil Hi! I’m Kamil from Poland. I’m 22. I decided to try out EVS to experience something new in life and search for my own way, as I’m not really sure, what my future entails. I’m a big fan of sports, especially football. In my free time I like to ride my bike, stay active in general, listen to music or watch some intricate movies.

Hello! I am Kassandra and I come from Germany. I am eighteen years old and I’ve just finished school, so now Kassandra I have time to experience something new and to travel. This is why I take part in the ESC in Kalamata for one year and I am pretty excited about it. I work in the Dog Rescue Center, because I love dogs and I want to support them.

Katerina Ahoj, I’m a red hair, open-minded designer from Czech Republic. I lost my job in the film industry for a while because of the virus, so I decided to come back to lovely Greece for two months as a volunteer to meet inspiring people from all over Europe and also Kalamata. Because all of us are different outside but the same inside. Art is an important part of my life and the best moment for me is when life becomes an art piece. It seems possible here in Kalamata!

Hi, my name is Magda, I come from Poland and will stay here in Kalamata until the end of January. I have Magdalena a degree in Civil Engineering, but I didn’t like working in my profession, so now I’m switching to graphic design. And that’s what I will do here as a volunteer - help with all the design issues and create a consistent visual identification of K.A.NE. My idea of a time well spent is hiking, road tripping and checking out every cafetería in town.

Volunteers

Marlena Cześć! I’m Marlena and I come from Poland. I’m 23 years old and I study in Kraków. I like new adventures and challenges and that’s the reason why in July I’m going to start my EVS in Kalamata. In my free time I like riding my bike, spending time in the forest and painting. Also, I love travelling and getting to know new places. My favourite painters are Picasso, Dali, Miro and Matisse.

Hola!!! My name is Paula. I come from Buenos Aires in Argentina, but I’ve been living in Madrid, Spain since last year. I studied audiovisual Paula production and web development. I decided to volunteer and travel as much as I can because I think it’s the best way to discover myself and learn about cultures, history and life. I will only stay in Kalamata for 2 months making digital content, teaching Spanish and writing in this wonderful magazine.

Tania Yuhu! My name is Tania. I come from a town in the northeast of Spain. I studied psychology, although now I don’t have in mind to dedicate myself to it. Honestly, now what I want is to know new places and live new adventures. My life plan is to live in as many different countries where I can. I will stay in Kalamata for a year and I’m volunteer in The Dog Shelter. I love the nature, sea, music, photography and enjoying the life.

Čau, I am Viktor, a 20 years old dude from Czech Republic. I’ll stay here until August 2021 so I will be here for a one whole year. Viktor Actually I have just moved from my parents house and this is for the first time when I am living on my own. Most of my time I watch some TV shows or read good books. Looking forward to writing many amazing articles for you.

Collaborators

Filaretos Hello, I am Filaretos Vourkos. For the last 15 years I am working in the field of Non-formal education as a volunteer, youth worker and youth trainer. 10 years ago, I decided to create the Youth Centre of Kalamata, in order to initiate youth work in Kalamata and promote active citizenship as factor for change.

Hi, I’m Jelena Scepanovic, an EVS coordinator in K.A.NE. and a volunteer of the Youth center. I came from Montenegro in 2012 as an EVS Jelena volunteer. I really liked the idea of the youth center and the work that K.A.NE. does, so I decided to stay and be part of it.

Nantiana Hello everyone! I am Nadiana, ESC & VET coordinator in K.A.NE over the last few years as well as Greek teacher. I am passionate in travelling around, meeting new people and organising festivals.

Hello, my name is Spiros Koutsogiannis and since the beginning of 2020 I am a project manager and responsible for the Research and Spiros Development department of KANE. I hold a degree in Civil Engineering and I have been working in the EU funded projects field since 2010, having implemented almost 65 projects.

Anna Hi, I'm Anna Charalampous. I'm here to help with K.A.NE. social media, website and administration. I'm happy to be part of the team promoting youth work, education and volunteerism, both locally and globally.

Hello World! I’m Nancy and I have been working in K.A.NE. since 2017 as a Project Manager and EVS/ESC coordinator. I’m passionate Nancy about meeting new people and exchanging knowledge, experiences and ideas. I love the fact that many young people visit every year my hometown Kalamata and contribute to our society.