Volunteering in Europe
On this page you will find details of all of our current volunteering opportunities. Please remember that some of these roles are area specific so don’t be too disappointed if the one you’re interested in is not operating in your area at this time. There are always more opportunities coming up – so keep checking this page for updates.
If you are interested in one of the volunteering opportunities then simply open the link to find out more about it. The role profile provides an outline of the role and what you will be doing. You will be able to select multiple roles when you apply and you will be considered separately for each one.
VISITOR CENTRE VOLUNTEER
As a CWGC Visitor Centre Volunteer you will be welcoming visitors to the brand new CWGC Visitor Centre in Ieper (Belgium). Working closely with staff on site, you will be providing visitors with information about the history and work of the CWGC, about the war graves, cemeteries and memorials in the region (and beyond, if requested).
You will also be inspiring audiences to learn more about the CWGF and promote membership or donation so that our important educational work can continue. For this role, it is important that you are a social person with passion for history and knowledge of the CWGC and the local region.
Both English and Dutch language skills are required. This role is only open to those living in the Ieper area.
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CWGC WREATH MAKING VOLUNTEER
As a CWGC Wreath Making Volunteer you join a group of enthusiastic handypeople to make biodegradable commemorative wreaths at a local florist shop in Ieper.
Visitors to the Ypres Salient can then purchase this unique token of remembrance at the CWGC Visitor Information Centre next to the Menin Gate Memorial. By placing this wreath at a CWGC cemetery or memorial we want to offer our visitors a meaningful experience and connection to history.
The wreath is fully biodegradable and made from locally sourced, natural dried components such as willow and dried flowers. No experience in advance is required, however motivation and willingness to learn is a must. You will be provided with an on-the-job-training on how to make these wreaths.
This role is only open to those living in the Ieper area.
If you would like to apply, please email vrijwilligers@cwgc.org.
