24 June 2011
Fushë Kosovë, Kosovo: I was moved by the every-day effort, patience and engagement of the volunteers who committed their time for this valuable initiative. Read
More about: Education MDG 2: Universal primary education
Countries: Kosovo
24 June 2011
Pristina, Kosovo: UNV supported The Ideas Partnership, a local NGO, with text books and stationery for their catch-up classes to Roma children who are preparing for a test to register into formal schooling. Read
More about: Education MDG 2: Universal primary education
Countries: Kosovo
04 February 2011
Bissau, Guinea-Bissau: After this amazing experience, I decided to return the warm reception with an activity that would make the children aware of their right to communicate, and in some way make them realize the importance of their active participation in the development of Guinea-Bissau. Read
More about: Education Human rights
Countries: Guinea-Bissau
14 January 2011
Suva, Fiji: The celebration in 2010 was composed of several events, such as, “Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) poster competition” which provided an opportunity to address the issues of the MDGs in Fiji from children’s perspectives and “Family Fun Walk and Sports Day” with more than 200 participants. Read
Countries: Fiji
17 June 2010
Beijing, China: On Children's Day, volunteers organized events for disadvantaged children in Beijing, forging new partnerships for volunteerism for development. Read
Countries: China
19 May 2010
Pretoria, South Africa: A UNV volunteer has brought together Africa's top musicians for a high-profile campaign connecting the Millennium Development Goals with the FIFA World Cup in South Africa. Read
More about: Civil society Culture & sports Education Environment Focus on food Gender HIV/AIDS Health MDG 1: Eradicate extreme poverty and hunger MDG 2: Universal primary education MDG 3: Gender equality MDG 4: Reduce child mortality MDG 5: Maternal health MDG 6: Combat HIV/AIDS, malaria and other diseases MDG 7: Environmental sustainability MDG 8: Global partnership for development MDGs MDGs: General Poverty
Countries: Belgium South Africa
11 May 2010
Iriba, Chad: Children in Iriba, Chad, are back to school thanks to the determination and volunteer spirit of a UNV volunteer. Read
Countries: Chad
20 April 2010
Guatemala City, Guatemala: Being a UNV volunteer meant improving my professional skills, experiencing a new country and culture, and having the opportunity to interact and share with Guatemalan people, which was definitely the best part of my experience.
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More about: Human rights
Countries: Guatemala
08 April 2010
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Monrovia, Liberia: Many people in Liberia are poor – and people living with HIV are poorer. UNV volunteer Hanae Aida is helping people to overcome the challenges. Read
05 February 2010
Tulear, Madagascar: In the south-western region of Madagascar, growing numbers of natural disasters make the population increasingly vulnerable. But through intense partnership-building, a UNV volunteer has been helping to ensure food security. Read
More about: Focus on food
Countries: Liberia Madagascar
