Summer Volunteering with the Refugees in Germany Program 2025

Summer Volunteering with the Refugees in Germany Program 2025: This volunteer program, by the Excellence Center in Europe, is for undergraduate and graduate students, professionals, employees of human rights organisations, retirees, and anyone interested in volunteering with refugees in Germany. Volunteers in Germany will have the chance to stay with Arabic host families (per availability), study colloquial Arabic or German, and experience the German/Arabic culture, politics, and daily life in the city of Halle, Germany.

The Summer Volunteering with the Refugees in Germany Program 2025 is a great opportunity for those who want to work with refugees in Germany. This program will allow you to organize and participate in activities and events for refugees in Halle, Germany.

Many refugees believe in the importance of education for improving their situation in Germany and integrating into German society. That is why the Excellence Center in Europe provides social, educational, and community activities for refugees in Halle. These activities are mainly for young people. As an international volunteer engaging in these activities, you will learn about the refugee situation in Germany, see their living conditions, and appreciate how refugees are integrating into a new society.

From the 15th to the 30th of June 2025

The Summer Volunteering with the Refugees in Germany Program 2025 in Halle runs from the 15th to the 30th of June 2025, offering an immersive two-week experience. This session has limited spots available, so early registration is recommended to secure your volunteering spot at the Excellence Center during this exclusive period.

Volunteer with Refugees in Germany

This volunteer program is ideal for people who are seeking to engage and volunteer with refugees in Germany or Europe in the summer. The volunteer program is suitable for university students who are looking for internships to gain practical experience in Europe and specifically in Germany.

During the summer the Excellence Center is a host to a uniquely diverse group of volunteers. Working closely to help the community, the volunteers come together as a family. It is a rewarding experience to exchange stories and learn from those who have an interest in helping refugees develop their language skills.

What Will I Do Exactly?

As a participant of the Summer Volunteering with the Refugees in Germany Program 2025, you will do the following:

Participate in organized activities for refugees, mainly for children and young people. These activities include entertainment, sports, and educational sessions.
Meet refugees and learn about their situation and their living conditions.

What Type of Activities Will I Be Participating in?

Educational activities

International volunteers will create and organize activities that are aimed at educating children, as well as adults. These activities include English language sessions that focus on conversation. During these sessions, the emphasis will not be on teaching grammar. Learning is facilitated by doing – For instance, by means of presentations, games, group work, etc.

Entertainment activities

The entertainment activities you will organize and participate in may include musical activities, drawing sessions, sports activities, educational games, and making arts and crafts. Do not worry about organizing these on your own. Our local volunteers will work alongside you to arrange these activities.

What Does the Program Include?

Summer Volunteering with the Refugees in Germany Program 2025 includes the following:

Organizing weekly workshops for refugees on educational-related subjects, such as writing resumes and formal emails, teaching employment skills, and developing writing skills.
Teaching conversational English to refugee children and adults at the Excellence Center.
Organizing interactive activities that could include workshops in painting, writing, handicrafts, film, and photography.
Organizing activities aimed at providing entertainment for refugee children.
Helping the Excellence Center staff with administration-related activities, such as writing articles or reports, printing materials for the students, etc.

Where Does the Program Take Place?

Summer Volunteering with the Refugees in Germany Program 2025 takes place from the 15th to the 30th of June 2025 at the Excellence Center in Halle (Saale) city.

Why Volunteer in Halle (Saale)?

Halle is a German city with a large and growing refugee population. Influenced greatly by the diverse cultures of its population Halle is a uniquely diverse and vibrant city. In addition, the University in Halle attracts many international students, only adding to the city’s diversity.

Refugees, immigrants, and foreigners all contribute to the beauty of cultures found in the city. During your time here you will be able to meet and interact with people from many different countries. Together, you will all have the chance to help the refugee community.

Are You Eligible for the Program?

Summer Volunteering with the Refugees in Germany Program 2025 is open to anyone between 18 – 70 years old. People from all countries and majors are welcome to join this program. There are no specific degree requirements. All that is required is the desire to volunteer.

Reviews and Community Awards

The Excellence Center in Halle has been working with the Arabic-speaking community in Halle since 2018, building a positive relationship and developing our lessons to be as effective as possible.

We continue to strive towards “excellence”: In 2021 we were rated one of the top three programs worldwide in offering volunteer opportunities. We received the community choice awards by Go Overseas in the categories “best language school” and voted best on “fun” and “instruction.”

In 2019, we received our first “Go Overseas Community Choice Awards” to acknowledge the Excellence Center’s impact on the community of travelers around the world. The Excellence Center continues to be a highly rated travel organization across its selection of programs. Check out our many great reviews here:

+ 830 Reviews and ratings (96.8%) on gooverseas.com
+160 Reviews and ratings on goabroad.com
Participants’ video testimonials

Quick Program Information:

Location of Volunteer Program	Halle, Germany
Program Language	English
Volunteering Duration	2 Weeks
Starting/Ending Dates	From the 29th of June to the 13th of July 2025
Program’s Costs	899 Euro
Homestay	Host family Shared room Private (Additional fees apply)
Educational Degree	Not Required
Area of volunteering	Volunteer with refugees in Germany Human rights in refugees camps Volunteer with children
University Credit	Available
Application Deadline	Until the 15th of April 2025
Reviews and Ratings	Reviews On Gooverseas.com Reviews On Goabroad.com Participants video testimonials

What Language is the Program Run in?

The Summer Volunteering with the Refugees in Germany Program 2025 is geared toward English speakers. When navigating through Halle, Germany, students will be required to utilize their German skills to the best of their ability, creating a fully immersive experience.

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Program’s Fees?

The Excellence Center in Europe charges a fee 899 Euro and the cost includes:

A tour in Halle
Breakfast
The accommodation
In-country and Pre-departure support
Arabic or German classes (6 hours a week)
Certificate of completion

What Are the Benefits of the Program?

Volunteer experience abroad. You will engage in and organize several types of educational activities for refugees that are aimed at improving English language skills.
Experience the hospitality of Arabs and Arabic culture by being a part of the Excellence Center’s educational, social, and community activities.
The program will allow you to be in Germany, the largest host to Arab refugees in Europe in recent years. Most of these refugees have come from Syria and you will experience their culture, and listen to their stories during your time at the Excellence Center.
The program provides you with a chance to visit local sites in Halle city and discover its rich history.
On completion of the program, you will receive a participation certificate and recommendation letter.
Accommodation will involve either staying with a local host family or in a shared dorm depending on availability
Receive 6 hours of Palestinian-spoken Arabic or German lessons per week.
Have the chance to attend cultural evenings and entertainment activities organized by the Center.

How to Apply for the Program?

If you want to join this program, please send an email to: info@eceurope.org with Summer Volunteering with the Refugees in Germany Program 2025 as the subject line. We will then send you the application form.

Conclusion

The Excellence Center in Europe connects people from diverse backgrounds to help community members and volunteers develop their cultural competency. This volunteering experience with refugees in Germany is a once-in-a-lifetime volunteer opportunity that will challenge what you know about refugees and show how interconnected the world is.

By the end of volunteering during the summer of 2025, you will find yourself more educated about refugee life in Germany, as well as the difficulties and setbacks often faced. Your students will also have an impact on you whether it be what they share about their journey or what you learn about their native language.