Volunteer Abroad

VSO-ICS "The secret to changing the world is you" 

Kusuma Trust Gibraltar has come together with the internationally renowned VSO, the worlds leading independent developmental organisation that works through volunteers to fight poverty in developing countries.  Kusuma currently offer the young people of Gibraltar the opportunity to partake in the VSO -ICS scheme, which is a youth programme aimed at 18-25 year olds, no previous experience is necessary or special qualifications needed. 

Through the VSO -ICS scheme the Kusuma Trust hope to give young people in Gibraltar the chance to experience a completely different culture in a duel impact approach which we hope will build international understanding, share skills and allow young people to contribute in a positive way. 

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Gibraltar Junior Chess Festival 2012

The Gibraltar Junior Chess Festival sponsored by the Kusuma Trust and supported by the Gibraltar Sports and Leisure Authority was held  the weekend of the 17th August 2012. With 81 participants the tournament comprised of 37 unders 12's and 37 under 16's. Countries represented at the tournament included Gibraltar, UK, Hungary, Portugal and Spain. The festival encourages chess playing and promotes healthy competition and critical thinking in our youth but it is also a  fantastic way to build friendships and improve cross cultural relationships. 

Organiser Brian O'Callaghan with Chess Players 

The festival also included a fantastic educational opportunity for our young people to attend Master-classes. Presented by renowned Grandmasters such as Pia Crambling and Juan Bellon provides a  unique experience in itself. English International Master Jovanka Houska and Stuart Conquest both lead workshops and were were both at hand to help the young chess players improve their chess skills and being active promoters of chess .