Creating a conscious and regenerative boat co-living community in Rotterdam, Netherlands

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  Description

  I. About Us
  This is a unique concept in Rotterdam, Netherlands that aims to upcycle retiring vessels into floating coliving and coworking spaces for students, young professionals, digital nomads, and volunteers passionate about sustainability, upcycling, and communal living. it combines upcycling concepts, sleek design, and smart functionality to create a vibrant community and harmonious living spaces on water.
  
  II. Our Mission
  Our mission is to tackle the housing crisis in the Netherlands by providing affordable, sustainable, and community-focused coliving housing in barges and boats for individuals and groups.
  
  III. Research
  Our project is rooted into research connected to the Societal Transitions program from Erasmus University of Rotterdam where we are looking to investigate topics such as:
  - Community Dynamics in the spaces
  - Sustainability Practices in the coliving (upcycling, sustainable materials, sustainable energy, etc.)
  - Urban Transition and Housing Solutions
  - Policy Implications for Water-Based Living
  - Resilience of our Communities to Climate Change
  
  IV. Our Values
  +Community: We believe that living in a community-driven space can enrich our lives and make us feel more connected to the world around us.
  +Sustainability: We are committed to reducing our environmental impact and using eco-friendly practices such as upcycling methods.
  +Space: We aim to create liveable, artistic, enjoyable, and healthy living spaces.
  
  V. Our boats
  The project consist of 3 barges of 38m that are being converted to coliving spaces with capacity for ~20-30 people. There are cargo holds that we are converting into living spaces. Currently, they are used as an atelier where all the boat maintenance and small upcycling projects are conducted. We have available 4 cruisers of ~13m that each can accommodate 1-5 persons. The cruisers can be used for additional accommodation space and private boat tours & excursions around Rotterdam and beyond.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Art Projects

  Help with Eco Projects

  DIY and building projects

  Help around the house

  General Maintenance

  Help with Computers/ Internet
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  UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  You will have the unique opportunity to be part of the first project like this in the Netherlands, living on the water, learning about sustainability & boating, explore the city of Rotterdam (voted most sustainable destination to visit in 2023), cruise alongside canals, learn new skills, and contribute to the community.

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  Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage

  This host offers accommodation and payment.

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  Help

  We’re seeking crew to oversee daily operations and maintenance for our unique coliving and coworking space aboard a boat.
  
  Responsibilities:
  -Complete daily tasks, including guest check-in and out, improving community engagement.
  -Maintain and improve the boat's cabins, common areas, and deck through cleaning, painting, and minor repairs.
  -Assist with ongoing projects like building additional cabins, coworking spaces, a yoga area, and a sauna.
  -Ensure smooth operations by handling boating-related tasks and supporting sustainable practices, including upcycling.
  
  What We’re Looking For:
  -Hands-on experience in coliving, hospitality, or community management.
  -Knowledge of boating or a strong willingness to learn.
  -Skills in boat maintenance or DIY projects (e.g., painting, carpentry, basic repairs).
  -Passion for sustainability and creating vibrant spaces.
  
  Working hours
  -morning shift 9-12 (paid hours at 13.5euro per hour)
  -lunch 12-13
  -afternoon shift 13-17 (to cover accommodation, water, heating, Starlink internet & utilities)
  -additional paid working hours are possible outside the daily shifts for sailors who like to work more and save more!
  
  -Ideally minimum 1 month commitment or more
  -A deposit of 300 euros will be required upon checking into your boathouse and will be returned after leaving the boathouse in good order.

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  English: Fluent
  Dutch: Fluent
  Spanish: Intermediate

  This host offers a language exchange
  This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
  You can contact them directly for more information.
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  Accommodation

  We offer a variety of private rooms, as well as a range of amenities, including a shared kitchen, living room, coworking space, washing facilities. We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive community for all our residents.
  Starlink internet available.

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  What else ...

  The boats are located centrally in Rotterdam Marina, with ease of access to the centre and major sightseeing.

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  A little more information

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    Internet access

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    Limited internet access

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    We have pets

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    We are smokers

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    Can host families

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  Can host digital nomads

  We want to host digital nomads!

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  More than two

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