
SCI Catalunya - Servei Civil Internacional de Catalunya
A Barcelona-based youth organization that has promoted peace and North–South solidarity since 1982 through international volunteer projects, peace education, online courses, and local activism.
About SCI Catalunya - Servei Civil Internacional de Catalunya
Peace education and international volunteering
Servei Civil Internacional de Catalunya (SCI-CAT) is a membership-based youth organization with more than 250 members. Since 1982, it has worked to promote a culture of peace and North–South solidarity. Its office is at 95 Carrer del Carme, ground floor, unit 2A, 08001 Barcelona.
Programs and activities
- International volunteering: SCI-CAT organizes short- and long-term work camps, including ESC and LTV programs, in Catalonia, Western and Eastern Europe, Africa, and Latin America.
- Peace education and global justice: The organization offers training, hands-on workshops, and exchanges, along with resources such as Entre[terres], an educational guide about migration across the Mediterranean.
- Online learning: Its virtual classroom offers courses, including a 30-hour course on extractivism, territories, natural resources, and bodies.
- Local activism: SCI-CAT networks with like-minded organizations and local groups.
International network and partnerships
SCI-CAT is part of Service Civil International (SCI), a global movement that promotes peace through volunteer projects for people of all ages and backgrounds. It also works with partner organizations in Peru, Colombia, and Argentina on joint gatherings and projects.
Publications and transparency
The organization publishes an annual activity report; its 2025 report is available on its website. It also has a 2026–2030 strategic framework developed through a participatory process.
Contact
Address: 95 Carrer del Carme, ground floor, unit 2A, 08001 Barcelona. Phone: +34 934 417 079. Email: info@scicat.org. Website: www.scicat.org. Social media: Facebook, X, and Instagram.
International volunteer projects and peace education