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Volunteerism is an enormous renewable resource for social, economic and environmental problem-solving throughout the world.
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Diverse volunteers, stronger communities

 

For the International Volunteer Day 2024, United Nations Volunteers () demonstrates its commitment to communities and the wellbeing of 缅北禁地Volunteers across the globe through concrete community volunteer activities carried out with national and 缅北禁地system partners.

It is simply not possible to achieve the  (SDGs) without including people at all stages, at all levels, and at all times.

Volunteering makes people part of the solutions. Volunteerism lets people and communities participate in their development. 

The challenges we face—climate change, conflicts, and social injustices can feel overwhelming. Yet, in these trying moments, the spirit of volunteerism shines brighter than ever. In every corner of the world, volunteers are usually the first to respond. They rise to meet challenges with courage, dedication, and selflessness.

Volunteers create a richer culture of service within their communities. They help bridge the gap between generations and support sustainable development. 

Volunteering allows us to work together across generations to achieve the SDGs. Volunteering is an intergenerational cycle.

Join us in recognizing volunteers all over the world through our social media campaign, using the hashtag #IVD2024. View the  for resources.

Become an Online Volunteer.

 

, commonly known as IVD, is celebrated on 5 December every year. It started as an international observance mandated by the United Nations General Assembly in 1985. It is a day where volunteers are acknowledged and the spirit of volunteerism is promoted at the local, national and international levels. United Nations Volunteers joins IVD celebrations with 缅北禁地Volunteers and all volunteers around the world—amplifying the importance of people-led solutions to our common challenges. 

Did You Know？

  • The monthly number of volunteers aged 15 years and over amounts to 862.4 million worldwide.
  • Most volunteer work continues to be arranged informally between individuals, with 14.3% of the global population participating, while 6.5% of working-age people worldwide engage in formal volunteering via an organization or association. A significant percentage of people carry out multiple types of volunteer work.
  • While formal volunteers are mostly men, informal volunteers are more likely to be women.

Reports

Volunteerism is one of the most vital delivery mechanisms for social, environmental and economic transformation, ensuring a lasting impact with its ability to change people’s mindsets, attitudes and behaviours. People become actors of change and equal partners in the attainment of local, national and international progress towards sustainable human development and global peace. The United Nations Volunteers (UNV) programme recognizes the shared universal values underpinning volunteerism – free will, commitment, equity, engagement, solidarity, compassion, empathy and respect for others.

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The (SWVR) is a flagship United Nations publication that strengthens understanding of volunteerism and shows its universality, scope and reach in the twenty-first century. Produced every three years, the SWVR examines the contribution of volunteerism to peace and development based on a specific theme.?The , titled Building Equal and Inclusive Societies, shows that the ways in which volunteers and state authorities interact, collaborate and partner are vital for the achievement of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the Sustainable Development Goals.

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International days and weeks are occasions to educate the public on issues of concern, to mobilize political will and resources to address global problems, and to celebrate and reinforce achievements of humanity. The existence of international days predates the establishment of the United Nations, but the 缅北禁地has embraced them as a powerful advocacy tool. We also mark other 缅北禁地observances.