Surviving Cyclone Idai: Elisabeth's story

Volunteer Elisabeth Kisakye, her husband and baby daughter endured a terrifying experience when they were battered by Cyclone Idai in Mozambique's Manica Province. But, as she explains in her report from the field, millions of others are now enduring far worse horrors. Find out how you can help.

Volunteer Francis Kandeh, 29, is a community volunteer helping make his city more prepared for natural disasters
VSO / Evelyn Fey

12 years to limit climate catastrophe: How volunteering can help

Natural disasters are on the rise around the world. VSO – with the support of the EU Aid Volunteers initiative of the European Union – have been preparing our country offices, communities and volunteers to anticipate, prepare for and better respond to the increasing risks they are facing.

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