Solidarity Mission
Carry out a Solidarity Mission
The Solidarity Mission, offered by Planète Urgence, enables any motivated person to go on an international solidarity mission and actively contribute to international solidarity projects by sharing their skills for a period of two weeks. This unique scheme aims to meet the concrete needs expressed by local partners in the fields of education, the environment and community development.
“Going away with Planète Urgence is a guarantee of quality and safety. I’ve been away 5 times and I’m not going to stop there“.
Amandine, volunteer in Benin
A mission with Planète Urgence is
- The assurance of being useful: each mission falls within a precise framework, in response to needs identified with local partners.
- Preparation for departure and secure support throughout the mission: 2 days’ training before departure and ongoing monitoring on site.
- An enriching human and cultural immersion: a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in a different environment while contributing to a useful project.
What are the areas of intervention of the Missions Solidaires?
Planète Urgence intervenes in countries with critical issues in terms of deforestation, biodiversity and human vulnerability. To participate in the development of the NGO, the Missions Solidaires offer multiple areas of intervention, such as finance, human resources, communication, project management or marketing, etc.
What are the requirements for a Solidarity Mission?
To take part in a Solidarity Mission, you must :
- Be over 18.
- Have skills suited to the needs of the project (teaching, project management, etc.).
- Be motivated to experience an intercultural exchange.
The personal and professional benefits of a Solidarity Mission
- Personal development: An opportunity to discover new cultures and build empathy and resilience.
- Enhanced skills: The experience can be integrated into a career path, particularly for positions related to project management or international cooperation.
- A global network: Meetings with local partners, volunteers and those involved in international solidarity.
Combining a job or student status with a Solidarity Mission
Thanks to its short format, Planète Urgence makes it possible to combine a Solidarity Mission with a job or studies.
The Congé Solidaire®, often supported by partner companies, is also a way for salaried employees to work as volunteers.
Find out about all our opportunities here
Financing your Solidarity Mission
Volunteers must raise funds to finance their mission, in particular by appealing to the generosity of their friends and family. Donations are tax-deductible up to 66% for individuals.
What are the costs for a 2-week mission?
Planète Urgence has chosen to work with small organisations which do not have the means to pay their volunteers, but which have a real need for support, and has therefore decided to support associations with very limited means.
Furthermore, there is little public or institutional funding to encourage the development of short-term international volunteering on the theme of professional training or skills sharing. This is why Planète Urgence asks volunteers for Missions Solidaires to participate in the collection of mission expenses.
The minimum donation of €1,850 for a two-week mission is based on a concept of solidarity. It does not correspond to the actual cost of the chosen mission, but has been calculated on the basis of the average cost of our Solidarity Mission and Solidarity Leave® missions.
The cost of our missions is the result of a balance between these two sources of funding.
How much does a Solidarity Mission with the NGO Planète Urgence cost?
Each mission has a unique cost which varies according to the project and its duration. The minimum donation to finance a Solidarity Mission is €1,850, including :
- Local and international transport.
- Accommodation.
- Pre-departure training.
The following costs remain payable by the volunteer: plane ticket, any vaccinations, visa.
Your donation is tax deductible
Planète Urgence is an association recognised as being in the public interest. As such, all donations are eligible for tax deduction, including expenses incurred for a mission within the framework of the conditions for waiving expenses.
Donations are deducted from income tax at a rate of 66% for individuals, up to a limit of 20% of taxable income.
Help with funding the Solidarity Mission
Planète Urgence helps its volunteers to find funding so that the missions are open to everyone.
How do I apply for a Solidarity Mission?
1. Application
Search for a mission and apply by filling in a short initial contact form. Then send your complete application with your CV and covering letter.
2. Confirmation
Your volunteering officer will contact you. Together you define your assignment and discuss your motivations and the terms and conditions of your departure.
3. Validation
If your assignment is validated by the local partner, you will start the formalities for your departure: flight, visa and vaccination.
4. Preparing for departure
You will take part in a compulsory 2-day training session to prepare for your departure in the best possible way (2 training sessions per month).