Philip in Sierra Leone

A farewell message from CEO Philip Goodwin

After nine years, Dr Philip Goodwin is to step down as VSO's Chief Executive this month. As CEO, Philip has made an impactful contribution to VSO's development and role in supporting some of the world's most marginalised communities.

This, of course, couldn’t have been achieved without the incredible generosity and compassion of supporters like you. As a goodbye, Phillip has recorded a special message of thanks for you.

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Kenyan beef pilau
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Kenyan beef pilau recipe

In this blog, some of our VSO family share their favourite mouth-watering recipes and highlight the work they’re doing to promote sustainable farming practices and healthy eating. Here is a recipe for Kenyan beef pilau from volunteer Fridah.

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Bangladeshi tomato bhorta recipe

In this blog, some of our VSO family share their favourite mouth-watering recipes and highlight the work they’re doing to promote sustainable farming practices and healthy eating. Here is the Bangladeshi tomato bhorta inspired by Maleka’s vegetable garden.

Chicken biryani

Pakistani chicken biryani recipe

In this blog, some of our VSO family share their favourite mouth-watering recipes and highlight the work they’re doing to promote sustainable farming practices and healthy eating. Here is Pakistani chicken biryani from volunteer Khajida.