One of ELIX's main missions is to promote volunteerism in Greece and abroad by strengthening the organized volunteer movement and sending thousands of volunteers from Greece and Cyprus to workcamps around the world, as well as by welcoming volunteers from abroad who contribute to the successful implementation of our social programs in Greece.
For more than three decades, thousands of young people have become "citizens of the world", traveling around the globe and offering their help on the farthest corners of the planet, where they had the opportunity to experience new cultures and ideas, global values and unique experiences.
The growing demand shows that the younger generations realize the role of each individual on a global scale and we want to be able to facilitate this commitment in the best possible way.
There are many different reasons for becoming a volunteer such as:
Most hosting organizations are members of the Alliance of European Voluntary Service Organizations, which ensures the high level of programs provided.
ELIX conducts national and international voluntary actions divided into two main categories:
