Care2Travel Association: International volunteering in Miercurea Ciuc

Tibor Elekes

Abstract

The case study presents the activities and experiences of Care2Travel Association, which aims to support social services, orphanages and educational programmes in Miercurea Ciuc through the involvement of international volunteers. The mission of the association is "caring while travelling": to recruit volunteers from abroad to help and learn about the local culture. This case study shows how this idea was realized, the results achieved and the challenges faced in employing volunteers. The analysis traces the organisation's history over more than fifteen years, from its inception to its resurgence after the outbreak of the coronavirus, covering the experiences of volunteer management and volunteers. The methods of the case study includes an interview with one of the organisation's founders and a content analysis of the website to gain a deeper insight into the organisation's operations and achievements.

Keywords: international volunteering, volunteer management, volunteer experience, Care2Travel Association, Miercurea Ciuc,