The workcamp is organized by Lunaria in collaboration with CampArt, an independent arts festival. CampArt Festival began as an artistic initiative launched by a group of students united by the aim of creating a shared space where creative expression and community life could coexist. From its very inception, the project has been conceived not merely as a cultural event, but as a collective experience in which art intertwines with nature and human relationships. CampArt takes place in the Madonie area in Sicily and was created to offer a free, self-managed cultural space.
The volunteer camp supports both the preparation and promotion of the CampArt Festival, responding to local needs for cultural initiatives that respect and enhance the surrounding territory.
The project aims to strengthen the relationship between the festival and the local communities of Petralia Soprana and Petralia Sottana, encouraging participation, intercultural exchange, and a shared sense of responsibility. Volunteers become part of a temporary community grounded in collaboration, sustainability, and collective experience. Through their involvement, they actively contribute to both the organization of the festival and the life of the community it generates. By joining this workcamp you will contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals: 10. Reduced Inequalities – Reduce inequality within and among countries; 11. Sustainable Cities and Communities- Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable
İş Tanımı
Volunteers will be actively involved in preparing, maintaining, and restoring the spaces that host both the campsite and the CampArt Festival. Their tasks will include cleaning green areas, setting up and organizing communal spaces, and carrying out small maintenance activities such as repainting benches and improving public elements. These actions aim to make the spaces accessible, welcoming, and respectful of the surrounding environment. Volunteers will also support the promotion of the festival by distributing informational materials and engaging with the local community, encouraging participation and connection. At the end of the festival, they will help clean and restore all used areas, ensuring they are left in good condition. Work will take place for about six hours per day under the guidance of local coordinators, promoting teamwork, flexibility, and active participation
Konaklama ve Yemek
Volunteers will stay in tents in a dedicated camping area that will be provided. Toilets and showers will be available on site. A shared kitchen space will be available for basic use, but meals will mainly be provided by a canteen.
Konum ve Serbest Zaman
The camp takes place in Petralia Soprana, in the heart of the Madonie mountains (province of Palermo, Sicily). The area is rich in biodiversity, forests, trails, and scenic landscapes, offering an authentic and immersive environment where nature and local culture coexist in balance. The local community involved includes the towns of Petralia Soprana and Petralia Sottana. These are vibrant and welcoming communities where tradition, social ties, and a sense of belonging are still central. The project fits into this context by creating a space for interaction among residents, volunteers, and artists, fostering cultural exchange and active participation. During their free time, volunteers can explore the trails of the Madonie Park, visit the historic villages of Petralia Soprana and Petralia Sottana, participate in spontaneous artistic and musical events, take part in group activities, and enjoy the surrounding nature.
Notlar
Konuşulan Diller
English
En Yakın Terminal
Closest Airport: Palermo “Falcone e Borsellino” Airport
Closest train/bus station: The SAIS bus line departing from Palermo stops in both Petralia
Soprana and Petralia Sottana
