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RifaiSicilia.com is a bioregional cultural association that connects existing regenerative projects in the territory, while bringing training, tools, and resources to help local projects transition to regenerative practices. We also act as an international bridge facilitating cross cultural communication and exchange.
We steward three land sites, two in Scopello called Butterfly Hill and Sharewood Forest and one in Ragusa called Porto Botanico.
25 hours of help per week
Animal Care: Help look after and take care of animals.
Building & Repairing: Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
Farming: Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.
Gardening: Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
2 days off per week
Private Room: You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.
Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
Lunch: You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.
Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.
Bikes at your disposal: You can use our bikes any time you want.
Permaculture Course: Take part in our Permaculture course for free.
Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Fast Internet Access: High-speed internet for you to work remotely
Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely
Intermediate English or Beginner Italian
Between 25 and 35 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
We are looking for people specifically interested in syntropic agroforestry as most of our efforts are around developing a 2-hectare demonstration site. Interest in internet technologies is also a bonus as we are doing digital monitoring, verification, and reporting efforts using smart phones and computers. We are also looking for someone skilled in social media, specifically short form video content for TikTok, Instagram, and X
The activities include tree planting, soil making, greenhouse management, carpentry, pruning, culinary arts, playing with the dogs, food processing, and more. There's also an opportunity to help in the olive garden, vineyard, and with animal upkeep.
Please be respectful of the locals.
