"The diverse and dynamic role of volunteerism in promoting the Sustainable Development Goals merits strong support from Governments and other stakeholders. On this International Day, I thank volunteers for their efforts to leave no one behind." — António Guterres, UN Secretary-General
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This year, International Volunteer Day (IVD), celebrates volunteer efforts that strengthen local ownership and the resilience of the community in the face of natural disasters, economic stresses and political shocks. The event on 5 December 2018 will focus on how volunteers can build resilient communities.
The United Nations Volunteers (UNV) programme is mandated to support and promote IVD celebrations worldwide. Apart from mobilising thousands of volunteers every year, UNV contributes to peace and development by advocating for the recognition of volunteers and working with partners to integrate volunteerism into development programming. Every year, over 6,500 UN Volunteers serve with UN entities in some of the most challenging environments across the world, and 12,000 UN Online Volunteers complete over 20,000 assignments online through the UNV Online Volunteering service.
The United Nations Volunteers (UNV) programme is mandated to support and promote IVD celebrations worldwide. Apart from mobilising thousands of volunteers every year, UNV contributes to peace and development by advocating for the recognition of volunteers and working with partners to integrate volunteerism into development programming. Every year, over 6,500 UN Volunteers serve with UN entities in some of the most challenging environments across the world, and 12,000 UN Online Volunteers complete over 20,000 assignments online through the UNV Online Volunteering service.
Articles
To find out more about being a volunteer at the United Nations or any other International Organization please read one of our articles dedicated to Volunteers.
- Read our Article with Hanan, UN Volunteer with the United Nations Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUSCO).
- What are the most frequently asked questions on how to join UN Volunteers?
- UNV improves the national UN Volunteer experience
Vacancies
Please take a look at all the vacancies that Impactpool currently has available.
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Photo: Women in Abu Shouk camp for Internally Displaced Persons (IDP), North Darfur, get English lessons conducted by volunteer teachers and facilitated by the UNAMID police. UN Photo/Albert González Farran
