Description of the partner organizing/hosting the project:
This year, we invite you to the Couvent des Annonciades Célestes in Joinville! Built in the 16th century, it was completely destroyed by fire, then rebuilt in 1760. Nuns lived there until 1969. Today the Convent, a building of remarkable architecture, needs to be restored. Thus, since 2019, a dozen volunteers from Joinville have created an association to safeguard the Convent. Several workcamps have already taken place, but this year, local volunteers wanted to widen the borders and welcome a group of international volunteers. Come join them this summer!

Description of work :
If you sign up for this project, you will have the opportunity to discover, with a professional technical supervisor, the basics of traditional lime masonry and stone cutting!
You will participate in works on different spaces of the Convent. First, it will be necessary to repair the small staircase that descends towards the convent garden, as well as the adjoining wall. As you can see in the photo, it is very damaged and must be rebuilt with stones and lime. Then, several small masonry works are necessary around the viver, still inhabited today.

Sustainable Development Goals identified:
By participating in this workcamp, you are interested about sustainable cities (SDG11) and communities and responsible consumption and production (SDG12).

Description of location and leisure:

Le Couvent is located in the town of Joinville, a small town of 3000 inhabitants, with all the comforts. Joinville is a city full of history and heritage: there is a medieval castle, a large Renaissance castle and many remarkable buildings in the center of the town. It is because they are aware of this rich heritage that the inhabitants of Joinville invest every year to restore it. They will be delighted to introduce you to all the heritage treasures of the region!
About thirty kilometers away: the Lac du Der, a very large body of water renowned for its swimming and water sports activities.
The nearest large town is also about thirty kilometers away: it is Saint-Dizier. You will have a minibus to get around in the evening or on weekends, but the local volunteers will also be very happy to offer you visits and festive events around Joinville.

Nearest airport :
Paris Charles de Gaulle airport
Nearest train station :
Joinville Train station
Meeting Point and Time :
Joinville Trainstation, 6/07/2024 at 5 P.M.

Description of accommodation and food:

If you like unusual accommodation, this site is for you! You will be accommodated directly in the convent, in rooms that were used by the nuns and which are still in good condition. There are between 2 and 5 beds per room, with mattresses (don't forget to bring a sleeping bag!). A kitchen and toilets are accessible in the convent. To take your shower, you will have to go to the changing rooms of the football stadium a few steps from the convent. You will have access to the convent's large park, with shaded areas, a small chapel, a vegetable garden and a pond: an idyllic setting!
The volunteers, who will be actors and actresses of their stay, will each participate in the daily tasks (shopping, cooking, storage and cleaning ...), the organization of the rotation will be done with the animation team, which is there to ensure the smooth running. The objective is to gain autonomy and that everyone acts individually to allow a good collective functioning.
All together, you will think about how to work, eat, have fun, get around, visit the region in the most respectful way for the environment and for each other.

English

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개인 위생을 위해 개인용 침낭을 반드시 준비하시기 바랍니다.

Short remarks for the project:
Do not forget to bring sheets (single bed) or a sleeping bag
There is a possibility of wifi access on the castle site.

Plein la Bobine short film Festival is a cultural event dedicated to young audience. The 17th annual festival is going to be devoted to the theme “Boundaries in the cinema”. Do you feel like participating? Do you want to help a local association? Does the topic interest you? If you found yourself saying "YES" to most of these questions, it’s time to pack your bags! This yearly festival is organised by the association “Plein la Bobine”, an association dedicated to youngsters from 3 to 16 years old with a goal of developing image education. Do you want to contribute to something meaningful while working in a team of some thirty local and international volunteers ? Are you passionate about cinema or movie production or you simply feel like discovering something new? Come and join us at Plein la Bobine Festival, discover the event and help us run it!

Website : www.pleinlabobine.com

Facebook : Festival Plein la Bobine

During your first week you will be busy organising the festival by creating and putting in place the decorations, setting up the scene. The second week will invite you to immerse in the life of the festival. With a group of local volunteers from the organising association and international volunteers, you will carry out diverse tasks that will help the festival to run smoothly: you will welcome and inform visitors, help them with the seating and logistical tasks, etc... Finally, you will help to disassemble the decorations and put them back to storage while enjoying your last moments in the company of your friend volunteers with who you will have shared unforgettable and intense moments!

You will be accommodated in the La Bourboule spa town (at an altitude of 852 metres), in the Sancy Massif, in the middle of the Natural Park of the Auvergne Volcanoes. La Bourboule is located nearby the banks of the Dordogne River crossed by a dozen of bridges and has a splendid wooden park. You will be accommodated close to hiking paths and you will enjoy the activities organized by the municipality for the spa users. You will also have access to the facilities of the town: shops, library, aquatic activities... Once there the leaders will propose you several activities, especially the first week, the second is totally dedicated to the festival. But you can bring your own ideas, be imaginative! We expect you to participate in the group activities that are going to be chosen as a group. Have fun!

The nearest airport: CFE in Clermont-Ferrand,France
The nearest terminal (train-, bus-, taxi station): La Bourboule train station (zip code 63150)

Accommodation will be provided in a leisure center in the heart of the municipal park (10 minutes walk from the worksite). Mattresses are provided but it is essential to bring your sleeping bag with you!
There is NO WIFI in the accommodation but you will be able to access the connection at the worksite. During the first week and the last days of the project you will cook together. During the festival, food will be provided and shared with all volunteers.

English/French

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개인 위생을 위해 침낭을 반드시 준비하시기 바랍니다.

Attention! English/French speaking camp, you will be in contact with French public! The life of the festival is often hectic and days can be long. This workcamp is different from the others! Working days can be long and the rhythm of work can be intense. The working hours are never the same, you must be flexible and be able to adapt in order to successfully execute the event! Ability to work with people and carry out team tasks is desired. French is appreciated because you will be in contact with French public. WIFI access at the worksite only.