In order to promote a healthier community, UN Volunteers of Liberia with help from partnerships of the armed forces of Liberia, UNICEF and other agencies provided free medical services for students of the school of the blind and for other residents (women and children) in the township of Virginia. Volunteers organized treatment for diseases such as malaria, typhoid, respiratory infections, and skin conditions. About 150 students, from ages five to 18, received care as part of an annual medical outreach clinic.

How does the recruitment of UN Volunteers add value to UNICEF?UN Volunteers are a valuable and dynamic resource for UN partners, including UNICEF, driving forward development, peace, and humanitarian efforts. With a pool of over 350,000 talented and qualified individuals, UNV provides a swift and diverse talent solution to support the delivery of UNICEF's programmes and advance the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.