With these, a facilitator can enable effective dialogue within a group and allow a group to achieve real consensus, to build a lasting team spirit and to create action plans that really happen. The course also allows for guidance and assistance in selecting and securing an appropriate overseas placement, in the light of each individual participant's own personal support needs. Participants are also encouraged to develop an informal network among themselves, to assist and support each other before, during and after their placements. One VFC will be held in 2001, in September and October. The following examples indicate the kind of placements offered.
Placements are normally for one year.
Seeks a volunteer to assist with project implementation and extension, documentation and proposal writing, and teaching English to staff. Portugal, Montemuro - Grupo Desportivo do Fojo works in promotion of sport, culture and community development in the Montemuro mountains and has a community theatre group that performs around Portugal and Europe. Seeks a volunteer to assist with graphic arts and sign painting, event management and support for annual festival.