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07 December 2007
Liberians focused on 'helping themselves' on IVD 
Dolo Town, Liberia: The Minister of Youth and Sports Ms. Etmonia Tarpeh has challenged students throughout Liberia to cultivate the spirit of voluntarism and get involve in the crusade for the reconstruction and development of Liberia.  Read article
14 January 2007
Volunteer-run literacy programme helps empower women in Liberia by Andrej Mahecic
Suakoko, Liberia: Garmai Gbelawoe had to mark the ballot paper with her inked fingerprint when she voted in Liberia's landmark presidential election in November 2005. Today, she feels empowered after learning how to read and write at a volunteer-run women's centre that is helping to reintegrate returnees in the country's Bong County, north of the national capital, Monrovia.  Read article
From: AlertNet
More about: Education  Gender
08 December 2006
Volunteerism: Welcome attribute to global citizenship 
Monrovia, Liberia: Over 1000 students from five leading universities in Liberia participated in programs marking the observance of International Volunteers Day held on 5 December with the theme “Volunteering for Reconstruction and Development in Liberia”.   Read article
More about: Youth
09 August 2006
Liberian president praises UN volunteer teachers 
Monrovia, Liberia: Liberian President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf launched University of Liberia's Public Policy Forum and recognized over 30 UN Mission in Liberia (UNMIL) staff members who are volunteering as professors.   Read article
From: ReliefWeb
More about: Education
27 May 2005
UN Volunteers recognized for invaluable support to missions 
Bonn, Germany: As the United Nations commemorates the third International Day of UN Peacekeepers on 29 May, paying tribute to those who serve in peacekeeping operations, United Nations Volunteers (UNV) are also being honoured for their dedication and courage in helping improve the lives of millions of people in war-torn and post-conflict countries across the globe.  Read article

 

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Twists and turns 
On his blog, Patrick Mosolf relates his diverse experiences as a volunteer across the world - from work in his local community in the US to time spent as a UNV volunteer in Liberia.  Visit site
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