Volunteer Swap in Finland

Founded in 2010, Johanniter Finland is the youngest member of JOIN. Its services include humanitarian aid and care for the elderly, sick and needy, as well as first aid and CPR training. Its volunteers also provide care and relief work.

  • You will be covered by national health and accident insurance. Regarding travel insurance, please contact your national contact point.

Espoo Rantamaraton

The Project

The annual Rantamaraton leads along the beautiful routes by the seaside of Espoo City.  7000 runners have already registered to test the renewed runner-friendly routes along seashores. Find all details at https://www.rantamaraton.fi/in-english/ 

Our Finish member provides medical coverage and first aid to the runners and spectators.

Find detailed information about the event here: https://www.rantamaraton.fi/in-english/

The Volunteer

The volunteers will support the team of Johanniter Finland with the medical coverage of the event and provide first aid.

Where?

Otaniemi, Espoo, Finland

When?

Saturday, September 20th

Arrival: Thursday, 18th September. Friday, 19th September: building the venues medical facilities and getting to know coworkers. Saturday, 20th September: Marathon. Sunday, 21st September: sightseeing Espoo, Helsinki and departure.                             

Who can apply?

All volunteers of JOIN members aged over 18.

Qualification as advanced first aider, paramedic or first responder

Languages: English, Finnish or Swedish.

Other important information

Meals (lunch and dinner) will be provided and accommodation is available as B&B.

Contact

If you are interested, please contact JOIN Office at join.office@johanniter.org