London, UK: A major new charity dedicated to revolutionizing youth volunteering was launched today by UK Chancellor Gordon Brown at a ceremony in London, UK. The good cause, which is called "V", has been created to inspire and engage one million new young volunteers ages 16 to 25.  Read article

Geneva, Switzerland: On 8 May, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), and the Movement’s 183 National Societies will celebrate annual World Red Cross Red Crescent Day by paying tribute to the millions of volunteers who provide universal assistance to people in need.   Read article

Ho, Ghana: Trois Volontaires des Nations Unies (VNU) dispensent une formation en techniques des entreprises et crédit financier aux communautés rurales soutenues par le Projet de soutien au développement des entreprises rurales (REDS).   Read article

Ho, Ghana: UN Volunteers are making it easier for small rural businesses in Ghana to access urban markets. They are helping with training in entrepreneurship skills, improving product quality and accessing appropriate technologies for increasing production levels.   Read article

Washington, DC, USA: A group of Teach for America veterans is trying to persuade US Congress to establish and fund a civilian leadership university modelled after the nation's military service academies. The Public Service Academy would emphasize civic engagement and inspire a new generation of public service leaders.  Read article

Union Bay, B.C., USA: As Volunteer Appreciation Month draws to a close, Incentive Depot, a performance improvement company specializing in corporate reward and recognition programmes, urges volunteer organizations to recognize personal contribution year round.   Read article

Conquering pre-med requirements, battling stubborn grade-point averages, and trudging through gruelling seven-hour MCATS: This is the typical life of a pre-med student. But another aspect of their busy lives may be just as important: volunteer work. According to medical schools, it’s essential.   Read article

New York, USA: In recognition of National Volunteer Week 2006, 23-29 April, the U.S. Fund for UNICEF is pleased to present the President's Volunteer Service Award to 14 remarkable UNICEF volunteers.  Read article

Kathmandu, Nepal: The volunteers of the Nepal Red Cross Society have helped save many lives by providing emergency medical assistance to over 2,000 people, who were hurt during demonstrations in the Kathmandu Valley. The violent clashes virtually paralysed the capital throughout the month of April, causing food shortages and prompting government-imposed curfews.  Read article

Baltimore, USA: Tsunami relief workers from Indonesia who recently toured the Hurricane Katrina damage sites say they are impressed by the spirit of volunteerism in the USA. They hope that the spirit can be created in Indonesia.  Read article