Event Overview

Join the UNESCO World Heritage Volunteers (WHV) initiative in Macao! This international volunteer workcamp focuses on exploring the intangible cultural heritage within Macao's Historic Centre. Live, learn, and work alongside participants from different countries and regions through meaningful voluntary activities.

About the WHV Initiative

The World Heritage Volunteers (WHV) campaign is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Education Programme. It was launched in 2008 by UNESCO in collaboration with the Coordinating Committee for International Voluntary Service (CCIVS).

Key Details

• Organizer: Macao New Chinese Youth Association (MNCYA)
• Sponsor: Macao Foundation
• Target Participants: Youth aged 16–45 residing in Macao (including locals, mainland Chinese, and foreigners) interested in volunteer camps.
• Quota: 18 participants (confirmed upon payment of registration fee at the association office).
• Primary Language: English (Mandarin and Cantonese are also welcome).
• Theme: Intangible Cultural Heritage in the Historic Centre of Macao.

Schedule & Options

Project Dates: October 29–31 & November 5–7, 2021 Meeting Point: Macao New Chinese Youth Association (MNCYA) office. Note: No accommodation will be provided during the epidemic to comply with prevention guidelines.

Participants can choose one of two participation options:

• Option A (Heritage Walk): October 29–31
• Option B (Macao ICH Experience): November 5–7

Participation Fees

Fees cover basic meals (3 per day), transportation, and materials for voluntary work.

Full 6-Day Participation:

• MOP 500 for MNCYA Members & Associate Members
• MOP 700 Standard Price

3-Day Special Session:

• MOP 300 for MNCYA Members & Associate Members
• MOP 400 Standard Price

Important Dates

• Application Deadline: October 17, 2021
• Registration Link: https://tinyurl.com/3ccffxhd