About Friends of the Earth
At Friends of the Earth Ireland, we campaign for environmental justice and sustainability both at home and internationally. We advocate fair sharing of resources, as too often the poorest communities in the world are denied access to those natural resources most essential to life, while rich countries consume, plunder and pollute recklessly. We understand that there are planetary limits, so we work to unite, inspire and empower people to take action to create a society where everyone can prosper within these limits.
We defend the environment, and champion a healthy, and just world where both people and nature thrive.
What's Involved
• You will work as part of a team of enthusiastic Green Messengers, encouraging festival goers to separate their waste properly and educating them on Friends of the Earth's 'Run on Sun' campaign, getting a fair price for solar energy
• You will work in pairs throughout the main arena and the campsites
• You will volunteer for a total of 18 hours over the weekend (6 hour shifts) plus team briefings
• Your weekend pass will entitle you to full access to the festival which you are free to enjoy outside of your shifts
• Your pass includes camping in the Eco-campsite (all FoE volunteers must camp here)
• Transport to and from the festival will be provided (departing from Merrion Square, Dublin on Thursday afternoon 31st August).
Requirements:
• You must be over 18 to apply
• You must provide a deposit that will be refunded in full upon completion of your volunteering at the festival
• You must be available to be on site from Friday 1st 10am – Sun 3rd September (evening)
• You must attend a training session in August
• You must read, sign and agree to the volunteer agreement
What's required for this position
An ability to talk to festival goers in a relaxed yet engaging way. No other skills are required, we will provide training on the campaign and waste segregation.
Level of English required for this role:
Basic English
Times and commitment required for this role
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Minimum time commitment: Once Off
Hours required: 10hrs Once off
Other Details
Location of volunteering opportunity:
Training Day, The Teacher's Club, 36 Parnell Square, Dublin 1.
Electric Picnic, Stradbally Hall, Kildare.
Screening details for this role:
Volunteers will be provided with the following supports:
- Support/ advice/ recognition
- Supervision
- Initial induction and training
- Insurance cover
- Ongoing training opportunities
Volunteers with the following challenges will be supported in this role
Age restrictions:
Over 18
Is this opportunity suitable for groups/teams of volunteers?
No
Benefits you will receive as a volunteer
You will get to meet many people interested in environmental issues, you will learn about topical campaigns and you'll have a great weekend!
Getting there
Free transport to and from Dublin via coach, leaving Merrion Square South on Thursday 31st August at 2pm.
