Tag: volunteer
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International Volunteer Day for Economic and Social Development: a celebration of global compassion
INTERNATIONAL Volunteer Day is celebrated every year on December 5th as a testament to the power of human kindness and the significant impact that volunteering can have on shaping a better world. In this blog, we will explore the essence of International Volunteer Day, its history and how it is observed, with a particular focus…
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5 ways to become a good humanitarian
IN a world often marked by challenges and disparities, the essence of humanity lies in the capacity to care for one another. Humanitarians, those who extend a helping hand to those in need, embody this essence through acts of compassion, empathy, and active engagement. Being a good humanitarian doesn’t require grand gestures or monumental sacrifices;…
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What’s stopping us from giving?
JUST ahead of Christmas, I had a WhatsApp reminder about giving from an organisation I know and trust, one that has been committed to cancer aid for the underprivileged for 25 years. I wrote back immediately saying I would contribute something. I was entirely sincere when I responded: Ever since I lost my mother to…