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

Dushanbe, Tajikistan: This was something that the Red Crescent Society of Tajikistan (RCST) had not done before - and something people in towns and villages in southern Tajikistan not experienced before - Red Crescent staff and volunteers taking to the road to raise awareness of HIV/AIDS and the stigma associated with it.  Read article