Germany is considered one of the countries with the highest quality of life in Europe. Getting training and work experience in a large European country is very important for career advancement. Voluntary service in Germany also offers additional benefits in many areas.
BFD stands for Bundesfreiwilligendienst. It enables people from the age of 16 to volunteer in an organisation in Germany for 6 to 18 months. The BFD is an ideal opportunity to get to know Germany and its culture and to develop a sense of social responsibility.
If you would like to know more about volunteering in Germany and the BFD programme, please contact DECAMPUS.
The aim of the BFD
- Make young people and adults aware of their social responsibility
- Gain work experience in different fields
- Get to know Germany and its culture
- Promote the personal development of the volunteers
Tasks that can be undertaken as part of the BFD are
- Helping the elderly and disabled Working with children and young people
- Helping refugees and asylum seekers
- Work in environmental projects Work in art and culture projects
- Sports work
How do I get to Germany to do a BFD ?
- BFD is offered by various organisations.
- You can find BFD opportunities on the internet or on the BFD website.
- An application form, a CV and a letter of motivation are usually required.
- German language skills are also required for some programmes.
Benefits of the BFD
- Improve your German language skills
- Get to know Germany and its culture
- Gain work experience in different areas
- Develop a sense of social responsibility
- Make new friends
- Enhance your own CV
Requirements for the BFD
- 16 years or older
- A-levels (for some programmes)
- German language skills (for some programmes)Patience and motivation
- Willingness to work in a team
Additional Information
- A visa or residence permit may be required to participate in a BFD programme.
- You will be allocated accommodation and a supervisor at the start of the programme.
- Volunteers on BFD programmes usually receive an allowance and pocket money.
If you have any further questions about volunteering in Germany and the BFD programme, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Germany
Bonner Straße 12,
51379 Leverkusen
Germany
Am Trippelsberg 92,
40589 Düsseldorf