Voices that matter for democracy in Côte d'Ivoire

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Jean-Martial Konan and Auguste Dimitri Goubo are UN Volunteers with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Côte d'Ivoire. They support the Ministry of Economy, Planning, and Development by working on the ground with local communities and raising awareness of democratic values and freedom of expression. On International Day of Peace, we look at how volunteering supports people in communities.

Jean-Martial Konan is a Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist who assists development projects. In his role, he brings together local governments and communities in Regional Monitoring Committees in the north of the country. Jean-Martial calls on young people and women to come up with solutions and prevent crises. The development projects he supports reached over 750 people, of whom 66 percent are women. 

Online Volunteers widen health and climate awareness in Karbala

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Some 200 Online Volunteers supported an awareness campaign highlighting the impact of climate change on health, water, and food safety, managing chronic illnesses, and infection prevention during Arba’in pilgrimage in Karbala, one of the world's largest religious gatherings.

The campaign marked International Youth Day and was made possible through a partnership with the Iraqi Ministry of Health and the United Nations entities, including the United Nations Development Programme, the United Nations Population Fund, the United Nations Volunteers, the World Food Programme and the World Health Organization.

UNICEF UNV Youth on the Move Programme

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Iceland deploys its first fully funded UN Volunteer in India

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Volunteer Coaching Initiative promotes learning and collaboration across the United Nations

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Volunteer Coaching is a mutually beneficial virtual initiative for both UN Volunteers and certified coaches.

For UN Volunteers, it offers personalized guidance and support for both personal and professional development. By participating, volunteers can gain valuable insights, enhance their skills for performance, and build confidence in their roles.

For coaches, it offers practical coaching experience for higher certifications and connects them to a wide range of UN professionals.

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