- We are young people who care about the hearts of people around the world.
- We see every challenge as an opportunity to use our talents to change the world.
- We learn from God, from each other, from situations and experiences, and bring the joy of the Gospel.
- We provide young people with missionary volunteering that enriches them personally and spiritually.
- We build a network of relationships with diverse communities at home and around the world.
- We dare to leave our comfort zone and become small, so that we can learn about, accept and adapt to our neighbour’s culture and different customs.
For 18 years, POTA has been giving young people the opportunity to volunteer in missions around the world during the summer months.
The program aims to offer young people the opportunity to evangelise and serve their neighbours. Since the projects are carried out in groups, they allow volunteers to experience community life and to grow spiritually and personally. Working in mission countries enriches young people with a unique experience of a different culture and contact with unforgettable people.
THE POTA PROGRAM IS PART OF KATOLIŠKA MLADINA
The POTA program is organised by Katoliška mladina.
Katoliška mladina is a community of young people who support other young people in their pursuit of Christ and help them find vocation.
Our guiding principle is: “To lead young people to Christ.”
The POTA team introduction
Tinkara Jerkič
Amalija Trajbarič
Klemen Kraševec
Lucija Kovač
Zala Žnidarič
Andrej Hočevar
Špela Vrtačnik
Andreja Perc
Matevž Mehle
Who we work with
In autumn 2020, the POTA program celebrated 15 years.
We are proud that 853 volunteers have been part of the program, serving children, locals and missionaries in 31 different projects around the world. Follow the link below to see the origins of POTA and photos and highlights of past POTA projects.