Step into the gap: Applications open for 2012!
A year out experience with CAFOD and the Society for the Holy Child Jesus in partnership with St Mary’s College, YMT (Youth Ministry Team) and Just Youth that takes you places the guidebooks don’t.
Take an adventure that will change you and those around you - your journey begins and ends in the UK, but takes you to one of the poorest countries in the world to meet amazing people and share their lives. You will then use those experiences when you return to lead young people to a better understanding of how their faith helps them take action for change.
Step into the Gap offers a rounded experience, giving you the chance to volunteer overseas and in the UK, allowing you to explore and express your faith. It bridges the "gap" between adventure and new experiences while offering something to a wider community.
Find out more
Click on the logos below to find out more about each placement. If you have any specific queries you can contact our leadership development co-ordinator at youngleadership@cafod.org.uk
Important dates:
The closing date for applications is 30 April 2012. Interviews will take place April and May, and for successful applicants there will be a preparation weekend in July (dates TBC). Placements on the programme begin at the start of the academic term September 2012, and so applicants should be aware of these deadlines and crucial dates.
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International experience:
A four to six-week placement overseas, on grassroots community projects with others from the UK
Explore a country in a way you never could as a backpacker
Eat, drink, sleep, work, pray, celebrate, and share your life with those you meet
UK experience:
Join the St Mary’s College chaplaincy team, the YMT diocesan youth team, or the Just Youth ministry team, with close support from CAFOD
Receive training in communicating to young people, particularly on social justice and faith
Work with young people in a variety of settings - school, parish, retreat centre
Bring perspectives from overseas to CAFOD's UK work, sharing the lives of those you meet overseas
We provide:
Travel/preparation expenses, monthly allowance/living expenses, plus accommodation in the UK & overseas
Care and mentoring before, during and after from a wide variety of people
