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Related articles Leaving a positive mark on the environment
25 November 2011
Tashkent, Uzbekistan: The Ecological Boomerang project is training volunteers on issues related to ecology, sustainability and environmental responsibility. This is only the first step towards the realization of a large project aiming to have a positive impact on the environment. Read
Countries: Uzbekistan 21 November 2011
"Overall, my visit to Baltistan was incredible. The students and citizens of this region are full of hope for their futures, but are in need of technical support and resources to help them achieve this vision of excellence," explains Kate Anderson Simons, who has been supporting GRACE Association Pakistan as an online volunteer since 2007.
An education consultant focusing on children affected by poverty, armed conflict, and lack of educational opportunities, she hopes that "through continued collaboration, the GRACE staff, partners, and volunteers can make this vision a reality." Read More about: Children Online volunteering Countries: Pakistan United States 21 September 2011
The International Day of Peace has been celebrated on 21 September since 1981. Since 2001, this day has also been "devoted to commemorating and strengthening the ideals of peace both within and among all nations and peoples."
At this time, it is important to recognize the significant role played by UN Volunteers working for the achievement of sustainable peace and stability around the world. UN Volunteers, including those in Liberia and Haiti, are among the many around the world marking Peace Day today. Read More about: Peace & conflict resolution Countries: Liberia 22 August 2011
São Paulo, Brazil: It is such an honour to be a UN Volunteer, serving in my own country, and seeing the positive impact that the Cisco Networking Academy ICTs educational programme is having. Read
A patch of hope for children
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: Children MDG 2: Universal primary education Countries: Kosovo |
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