“On this important day, let’s re-commit to ensuring that all people can lend their energies to shaping a better future for all people and the planet we share. Let’s stand with volunteers, everywhere.”
– António Guterres –
International Volunteer Day (IVD) mandated by the UN General Assembly, is held each year on 5th December. It is viewed as a unique chance for volunteers and organisations to celebrate their efforts, share their values, and promote their work among their communities, non-governmental organisations (NGOs), United Nations agencies, government authorities and the private sector.
UNV coordinates International Volunteer Day on 5 December every year to recognise and promote the tireless work, not just of UN Volunteers, but of volunteers across the globe. Every day, volunteers dedicate time and effort to ensure the inclusion of those often left behind, drive climate action and advance the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
In consideration of economic and social development, Economic development refers to the growth of the economy and social development refers to the overall well-being of the people in terms of education, and health. Economic freedom, economic equality, economic security, economic growth, economic efficiency, price stability and full employment can be identified as common economic and social goals.
why is International Volunteer Day celebrated? International Volunteer Day where volunteers are acknowledged and the spirit of volunteerism is promoted at the local, national and international levels.
This day is very important for economic and social development. How much would the economy and society improve, especially if all people volunteered?
If everyone volunteered, the world would be a better place. Imagine more than eight billion of us volunteering. Limitless possibilities for sustainable development – food and education for everyone, clean environment and good health, inclusive and peaceful societies.
Most volunteer work continues to be arranged informally between individuals, with 14.3% of the global population participating, while 6.5% of working-age people worldwide engage in formal volunteering via an organization or association. A significant percentage of people carry out multiple types of volunteer work.
Volunteerism is an enormous renewable resource for social, economic and environmental problem-solving throughout the world. As the world faces mounting challenges, volunteers are often the first to help. Volunteers are at the fore in crises and emergencies, often in very testing and dire situations.
Thus, it can be recognized that International Volunteer Day plays an important role in the social and economic development of people.
