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    ICJA Freiwilligenaustausch

    from Berlin

    ICJA Freiwilligenaustausch worldwide e.V. promotes intercultural exchange through diverse volunteer programs. With over 70 years of experience, the association supports volunteers in over 40 countries and is committed to sustainability, social responsibility, and lived solidarity.

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    ICJA Freiwilligenaustausch weltweit e.V. - A Description

    About Us

    The ICJA Freiwilligenaustausch weltweit e.V. was founded in 1949 as a reconciliation program between the USA and Germany. Today, the ICJA organizes volunteer exchange programs worldwide and has many years of experience in working with volunteers and partner organizations from over 40 countries on all continents.

    Key Products and Services

    The ICJA coordinates and implements a variety of volunteer programs, including:

    • European Solidarity Corps (ESC): Formerly known as European Voluntary Service.
    • International Youth Volunteer Service (IJFD): A program for international youth volunteers.
    • Federal Volunteer Service (BFD): A national volunteer service in Germany.
    • Weltwärts: A program for exchange with countries of the Global South.
    • Ü26: A program for volunteers of all age groups from 26 years old.
    • Workcamps: Approximately 17 workcamps are organized in Germany each year[2][3].

    Mission and Values

    The main mission of the ICJA is to promote respectful and open interactions between people from different cultures and backgrounds. The ICJA sees its exchange programs as educational offerings that enable participants to meet on equal terms, collaborate, and learn from each other. The association places particular emphasis on lived solidarity and practical peace work[3][4].

    Sustainability Goals and Initiatives

    The ICJA is committed to various areas to promote sustainability and social responsibility:

    • Climate Protection, Environmental and Nature Conservation: One of the focus areas of the ICJA.
    • Cultural and Social Projects: The ICJA supports intercultural education and social projects to promote openness to the world.
    • Rural Development and Urban Regeneration: Other focus areas of the association[1][2].

    The ICJA has received the QUIFD certificate for "Quality in Voluntary Service," which is based on ten carefully defined quality aspects. Additionally, the ICJA is a member of the International Cultural Youth Exchange (ICYE) and has been awarded the title of Peace Ambassador of the United Nations through its work[2][4].

    Structure and Organization

    The ICJA is a non-profit association based on voluntary work. The office in Berlin and a branch in Frankfurt coordinate the work of the association. The board, consisting of four members, leads the work of the association on behalf of the delegates' assembly. The ICJA is also recognized as an independent provider of youth welfare according to § 75 KJHG and works closely with various national and international networks[3].

    The ICJA offers comprehensive support for volunteers, including visa applications, insurance, and educational guidance during the volunteer service. Through its many years of experience and stable partnerships with European and non-European partners, the ICJA ensures high quality in its programs and services[2][3].

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