Location
A North African city.

People Groups
North African Arabs.

Culture
A culturally rich city with a population that has been influenced by Arab, Christian and Islamic civilizations. Friendly in nature, hospitality is at the core of their culture; meals are traditionally eaten together from one shared dish. Most identify as Muslims and, as well as speaking Arabic, they have their own language. French is also spoken, particularly among younger people.

Team Vision
In the face of everyday discrimination, indigenous Christians are continuing to persevere in following Jesus. The team’s vision is to support and encourage these local Christians as well as reach out to families with the love of Jesus. The long-term goal is to see Christian communities established.

Location
A coastal town on the edge of the desert and the sea.

People Group
Desert nomads

Culture
The nomads are a people who love the desert; however, much of life now happens in the town. Time is not a priority in traditional culture but people are; and having tea together with others is essential. Most Nomads in North Africa identify as Muslim. The local nomadic dialect takes Arabic as a foundation and then mixes in some European languages and some pre-Arabic words. French, Spanish and English are also spoken.

Team Vision
There are no known churches among the desert nomads. The team has a vision to see flourishing Christian communities that function in a relevant way within the nomadic culture.

Team Strategy
To learn the language, run businesses, and build strong friendships. That people they meet in their day-to-day lives hear about the good news of Jesus Christ.

Cost
The approximate cost is $75 per week per person plus flights and insurance. Costs will vary depending on the time of year you visit, length of stay or type of placement.

Application Requirements
Those under 18 will need to apply and come with an adult who is responsible for them.

It is preferable for those aged 18-21 applying for a longer placement to come with at least one other person.

All can apply for the placements listed, although there are local cultural gender expectations that we would discuss with you before arrival to help you prepare.

Location
A vibrant town in the foothills.

People Group
Mountain peoples

Culture
Mountain peoples are hardworking, and proud. Friendly in nature, hospitality is at the core of their culture. Most also identify as Muslims and, as well as speaking Arabic, they have their own language. French and English are spoken, particularly among younger people. Although mountainous areas have a very simple and basic lifestyle, most villages have electricity and running water as well as their own internal means of communication.

Team Vision
In the face of everyday discrimination, indigenous Christians are persevering in following Jesus. The team’s vision is to develop relationships and encourage people who live in the mountain villages of the region.

Team Strategy
To learn the language, run businesses, and build strong supportive friendships that show love and share hope. To pray regularly for their community.

Cost
The approximate cost is $375 per month per person plus flights and insurance. Costs will vary depending on the time of year you visit, length of stay or type of placement.

Location
Northern France, to the south of Lille.

People Group
French and local immigrant communities.

Culture
Society in this region is secular, like many others in France.  Many people would say, without understanding the contradiction, that they are French, atheist and Catholic.

Thumeries is a commuter village lying between the Lille metropolis to the north, a traditional agricultural area to the east and a former mining area to the south. Immigrants (notably Polish and North Africans) came to work in the mines. However, the closure of the mines has left many social problems including unemployment amongst the young. While Polish and Arabic are still spoken by some, French is the main language. Taking part in clubs and other local activities is a major way of meeting people. 

Team Vision
The team vision is to be a positive influence in the area through a living expression of faith in Jesus.

Location
Southwest France bordering Spain. Towns and villages in the Basque country, the Coast, and the Pyrenees.

People Group
French and Basque living in both France and Northern Spain.

Culture
French and Basque, both urban and rural. The Basque Country is a cross-border cultural region that has a distinctive culture including its own language, customs, festivals, and music. It is known for its festivals which take place all year round. Over and above the folklore aspect, Basque Country dance is a way of saluting or thanking somebody or solemnizing a religious or social event.

Location
We work on an island in the eastern Mediterranean Sea.

People Group
Turkish speakers, international students and migrant workers from Central Asia, the Middle East, and Africa.

Culture
The south of the island is Greek-speaking and is a member of the European Union. The north side of the island is Turkish-speaking and predominantly Muslim. Only Turkey recognizes it as an independent nation. The rest of the world considers it to be occupied territory. Still, it has its own borders, for which you need a passport to cross. The official population is approximately 400,000, but that figure doesn’t take into account the large numbers of tourists that come and go throughout the year.

Team Vision
The vision is to ‘make disciples of all nations’ as the team use a coffee roastery and a small natural wine production company to help the church to grow on the island and beyond.

Cost
The approximate cost of the training programme is $350 per week per person plus flights and insurance. Costs include accommodation, food, mobile phone costs, transportation, ministry travel expenses, language lessons, toiletries, and a small admin fee towards the Eastern Mediterranean ministry fund.

Application Requirement
Those under 18 will need to apply and come with an adult who is responsible for them.