Volunteering Connects – Study visit in Agdz, Morocco

Hnutí Brontosaurus, together with partners from Georgia, Spain, Slovakia, and Morocco, is working hard on an Erasmus+ project called Volunteering Connects. Together, we took the next step, which was a study visit in the Moroccan city of Agdz. The project aims to strengthen nature-focused volunteering and provide support to new organizers of volunteer activities.

In October, we met for a study visit in Agdz, Morocco, where we continued the development of our web application. This platform will offer clear instructions, recommendations and practical step-by-step guidance on how to organize your own volunteer event for nature. It is designed especially for those who are new to organizing — to give them direction, confidence and inspiration to take action.

Each partner contributed equally to the creation process — bringing unique experiences, national perspectives and examples of good practice. Together, we shaped the content structure, user flow and roadmap for the next development phase of the application.

The meeting also allowed us to learn from local volunteering practices and youth engagement in Agdz. We actively participated in a community activity and, together with local organisation AGDZ Volunteers, we planted trees at the local school. This international exchange is proof how cooperation across borders can amplify the impact of direct volunteering for nature. With Volunteering Connects, we are building a tool that will empower more people to take initiative and make a difference — locally and globally.