Support the initial creation phase of a rural community space in Southeast Sicily, Italy

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  Description

  Hi Traveler :)
  I’m in the very first phase of creating a rural community space in southern Sicily, a personal project, focused on community building. It’s a place that welcome travelers like backpackers and campervan lifers, united by a love for nature, shared moments, and slow living. The vision is to grow this land step by step into a shared home for travellers, where we can live, enjoy water sports, create, and connect with the rhythms of the seasons.
  
  Right now, it’s just the beginning: planting trees, setting up natural shaded areas, experimenting with outdoor living ideas, sharing moments with international friends and slowly shaping the space into something special. Some days there are many people, other days it’s just me enjoying the quiet and the sound of the sea.
  
  The land is in a wild, peaceful spot just a 10 minutes’ walk from the sea, with open views and beautiful sunsets. We’re 15 minutes by car from Ortigia (Syracuse), and there’s a bus stop just 5 minutes away that goes directly to the city. Nearby surf spots come alive in autumn, winter, and spring, perfect for sea lovers. Summers are hot and calm, ideal for swimming and enjoying slow dinners under the stars.
  
  I’m looking for curious, kind people who enjoy sharing meals, connect with the territory, working with their hands, and cocreating: light gardening, cooking, creative outdoor arrangements, or simply bringing more life into this place.
  If you like the idea of helping to shape the roots of a future community, you’re very welcome here.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Art Projects

  Help with Eco Projects

  Gardening

  DIY and building projects

  Creating/ Cooking family meals

  Help with Computers/ Internet
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  Interests

  

  Movies & TV

  

  Van life

  

  Sustainability

  

  Events & social

  

  Music

  

  Books

  

  Cooking & food

  

  Art & design

  

  Yoga / Wellness

  

  Nature

  

  Beach

  

  Water sports

  

  Adventure sports

  

  Camping
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  UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  This is a space for slowing down, reconnecting with nature, and sharing simple moments. I enjoy exchanging ideas about sustainable living, creativity, and digital tools, and I believe every volunteer brings a unique perspective that shapes this place.
  
  The land is a short walk from the sea and close to historic cities like Syracuse and Catania. Bikes are available to explore nearby beaches, coastal spots, and small villages. We enjoy sea sports, so anyone into surfing, paddleboarding, or snorkeling is welcome to join.
  
  We cook together, learn from each other, and experience the Sicilian slow lifestyle, from local markets to sunsets and unhurried conversations. Being close to both lively towns and peaceful countryside offers a genuine insight into Sicilian culture.

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  Help

  Help here is varied and flexible, it depends on the season, your skills, and what feels meaningful to you. Most of the tasks are light and outdoors, and we’ll often do things together.
  
  You might help with:
  - Garden tasks, planting, watering trees and herbs
  - General outdoor upkeep (sweeping paths, removing weeds, raking leaves)
  - Organising and tidying shared spaces
  - Assisting in preparing meals and sharing food together
  - Taking photos or videos to capture nature, daily life here, or creative moments

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  English: Fluent
  Spanish: Fluent
  Italian: Fluent
  French: Beginner

  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

  Volunteers can stay in a big tent (provided) or in their own campervan, with access to outdoor facilities in a quiet, natural environment. The tent comes with a comfortable inflatable mattress and all the bedding needed, so you just need to bring yourself and your personal belongings. The space is off-grid and evolving, with basic infrastructure: compost toilet, shaded areas, and a shared outdoor kitchen.
  
  There is no direct drinking water onsite, but clean water is available through prefilled tanks for cooking, washing, and hydration. We manage water carefully and ask volunteers to do the same.
  
  As for food:
  We organise meals together in a flexible way, depending on what we have, who’s around, and personal preferences. Sometimes we cook and eat together, sometimes people prepare their own meals. It’s a relaxed, collaborative approach, no pressure, just shared living.

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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

  Yes! One of the ideas here is to create shaded outdoor areas where people can work, read, or create in peace. If you’re a digital nomad with your own hotspot or SIM, this place is perfect for balancing slow living and focused remote work in nature. There's no Wi-Fi yet, but good 4G/5G signal depending on your provider.

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  Space for parking camper vans

  Definitely. The land is spacious, flat and open, with areas where campervans or motorhomes can park comfortably. Of course we don’t have camping facility, it’s a welcoming place for vanlifers who enjoy freedom, nature, and community spirit.

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  Can possibly accept pets

  Pets are very loved here. It’s just important that they can stay calm and friendly around other animals and people.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  More than two

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  My animals / pets

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