Events & Networks

International Volunteers Day: 5 December

In 1985, the United Nations General Assembly designated 5 December for an annual celebration by communities, peoples and governments of all that is achieved by voluntary effort - by volunteers - around the world. International Volunteer Day (IVD) is already marked in more than half the countries of the globe.

IVD is for volunteers of every kind, everywhere. Whether you offer your talents to improve facilities where you live, your donations to a charity, your friendship and counsel to those ill or in difficulties, or your time for technical cooperation in developing countries, IVD is for you.

The United Nations Volunteer program acts as international focal point for IVD and can supply some basic promotional material directly or through a national source. Reports come in each year of a tremendous variety of events.

Links to further information:
International Volunteer Day 2006 - Volunteering Australia
United Nations Volunteers