The Turbina Pomerania seminars are something special: Several times a year, we get together as an international group for a few days and stay in group houses. In addition, there are individual seminar days when we visit each other in the different hosting organisations. We learn together and from each other, independently and self-determined - every year there is a theme around which you can determine the content.
Moreover, both the BFD programme and European Solidarity Corps have additional seminar days outside the ones organized by the Turbina Pomerania team.
In this picture series, you can have a look at what was and is possible :-)
The seminars are compulsory. It is not possible to take vacation during the seminar times. In case of illness we need a doctor's certificate of incapacity. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us!
Seminar languages are German and English. If necessary, we can organize language mediation for other languages. Let us know what you need :-)
We try to create a non-discriminatory environment. We try to use gender-appropriate language and arrange the sanitary rooms according to your needs. Speak to us about this.
Participation:
We encourage you to participate in seminar planning. This can be on a very small scale, you can organize whole workshops, or you can participate by moderating an energizer or planning a meal... Try it out, we'll support you!
Self-catering:
At some seminars, we take care of our own meals. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner—as well as washing dishes, etc.—are handled by the group. Meals are generally vegetarian; please let us know if you follow a vegan diet or have any food intolerances or allergies. We strive to serve organic, seasonal, and locally sourced food.
Arrival:
We attach importance to an ecological arrival. Usually we organize a common journey by train or bicycle. Please refrain from using your car as far as possible.
Special Needs/Mental Health/Neurodiversity:
There are situations or circumstances in life that make it difficult to go away for several days with a group of people. If you have any concerns or special needs in this regard, please feel free to contact us. We’ll do our best to find the best possible solution. Our seminar team has completed MHFA (Mental Health First Aid) training; over the past few years, we’ve gained a wide range of experience in the areas of mental health and neurodiversity, and we’d love to continue learning with and from you.
Projects:
We want to encourage and enable you to become active yourself. During the seminars, we can provide the necessary tools and create opportunities to develop project ideas with the other volunteers and plan their implementation right away. It has been agreed with your hosting organisation that you can do the project planning and implementation during your working hours. You will be given time off for this, ideally up to 20% of your working time. We will support you if necessary and are happy to present your project in our public relations.