23 November 2009
 | And what about my students? It would be great if they could see how wonderful double rainbows, which embrace the world, are when you watch them on a mountain top or in a canoe. And how amazing it is to watch the sunset in the mountains. |
More about: Environment Youth
Countries: Ukraine
22 November 2009
The pictures were taken during a thematic session about the role of the members of the community in environmental protection. The At First Sight project aims to promote volunteerism and build a network of cooperation between different actors already active and committed to the development of the Bangkok’s society. Read
22 November 2009
Cobblestone road construction is indeed a success history in Bahir Dar. All the environmental, economic and social achievements have proved its effectiveness in the fight against urban poverty. As a UNV volunteer, it makes me proud to be part of the leading actors that have brought this success and above all it has proved the strong determination of UNV volunteers to serve the community. Read
More about: Environment Poverty
Countries: Ethiopia
22 November 2009
Nicaragua’s north east Bonanza region suffers high levels of pollution caused mainly by mining. This is resulting in a reduction of the soil’s fertile layer and decreasing the quality of water available for human consumption. (Story in Spanish) Read
More about: Environment
Countries: Nicaragua
21 November 2009
I have learned through out my time as a volunteer that involving the refugees in natural resource management can greatly improve sustainability and promote a sense of ownership and responsibility. Read
More about: Environment Refugees & displaced people
Countries: Sudan
21 November 2009
My blood is positive of development and charity activities. If I am living without this work, I am always thinking that is a big gap in my life. So volunteerism is a cornerstone for development work. Therefore being a volunteer is the right position for me to implement development and charity activities and bridge the gap in my life. Read
More about: Environment
Countries: Ethiopia
20 November 2009
You should have rationed your greed
and paid her heed, when she told you not to cut down forest trees,
but you did not see the wisdom of her pleas,
and now the taps are dry. Read
and paid her heed, when she told you not to cut down forest trees,
but you did not see the wisdom of her pleas,
and now the taps are dry. Read
More about: Environment
12 November 2009
Climate change adds stress to the life of nomads in desert regions as shortages lead to conflicts between farmers relying on pastures and water sources to feed their livestock. (Story in French) Read
More about: Environment
Countries: Niger
11 November 2009
Community-based organizations are trained by UNV volunteers to introduce ways of preserving natural environments for the communities of the Comoros archipelago. (Story in French) Read
More about: Environment
Countries: Comoros
03 November 2009
Though refugees escaping conflict at home have it tough, there are still ways to minimize their impact on the environment. Shiferaw Mekonnen from UNHCR explains how voluntary efforts led to halving the amount of firewood needed by refugees in Tanzania, and how they planted millions of seedlings to help replace the forests. Read
More about: Environment Refugees & displaced people
Countries: Ethiopia Tanzania, United Republic of
