Two friends from across the Kenya/Ethiopia border
VSO/ObscuraMedia

Video: What does peace mean to you?

Around the world, conflict is devasting people’s lives including on the Kenya-Ethiopia border. This area is mired by disputes, including tensions over access to water and grazing land for cattle, caused by persistent droughts and famine.

However, volunteers are helping to bring communities together to build stronger, more cohesive societies and lasting peace.

Watch our video which spotlights the story of Galgalo and his family who are bearing the brunt of conflict and climate change and discover how you're helping them feel no longer powerless.

Galgalo outside his house

Help bring communities together to build safer, more secure lives

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Two friends from across the Kenya/Ethiopia border
VSO/ObscuraMedia

Video: What does peace mean to you?

Watch our video which spotlights the story of Galgalo and his family who are bearing the brunt of conflict and climate change and discover how you're helping them feel no longer powerless.

Women wearing PPE
VSO/Paul Wambugu

Keeping our commitments to communities, including women waste pickers

VSO’s funding has been reducing for a number of years, but now we are facing unprecedented pressures. In solidarity and with hope, your support means VSO can be there for more women waste pickers like Beth.

Two people using tablet

Using play to inspire learning in Rwanda

Learn how volunteers like Celestin are supporting children in Rwanda to learn through play. Children are taught problem solving, strategic thinking and inter-personal skills, all while enjoying the learning process.