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Volunteering in the Rohingya refugee camps during COVID-19
Bangladesh is one of the worst-hit countries in Asia for COVID-19, and its densly-populated Rohingya refugee camps have been highlighted as one of the highest-risk areas by the Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC). Anup Goon shares what he is seeing on the ground and how volunteers like him are fighting to prevent a catastrophic outbreak in the camps.
The power of volunteering vs COVID-19 in 10 photos
There's been a spontaneous outpouring of goodwill as communities all over the world have come together to fight COVID-19. Our photo gallery shows how volunteers are tackling the pandemic, thanks to the support of UK Aid.
Girls at risk worldwide as lockdown continues
Girls are at increased risk of child marriage, violence and stigma while schools remain closed. From Kenya, to Mozambique, to Nepal, find out what VSO is doing to support.
The ripple effect of volunteering
One good deed can make waves long into the future. Find out how one Cambodian community is continuing to benefit from a project that concluded in 2018.
Social inclusion, gender, and Black Lives Matter
Reflecting on our global work to address issues of diversity, inclusion, equality and anti-discrimination.
Pandemic response must empower communities
COVID-19 is accelerating new approaches to do development differently
Volunteer field reports from a global pandemic
With most VSO volunteers staying in placement to help tackle COVID-19, three of them share first-hand perspectives on what they are seeing on the ground now.
Meet the volunteers fighting poverty from their living rooms
Remote working? You’re not the only one! More than 40 international VSO volunteers are giving online support to projects around the world, despite having had to return home because of COVID-19.
Kids stuck at home? Advice from a VSO volunteer teacher
Education volunteer Mary Watkins shares practical tips to learn from the pragmatism and ingenuity of these teachers in the world's poorest communities.
The enduring spirit of volunteering
The coronavirus pandemic has prompted a rush of volunteers - it's an inspiring moment, and a reminder of the benefits and lasting power of volunteering.
Coronavirus: UK Volunteer opportunities and ideas for action
We're living in unprecedented times and it's easy to feel overwhelmed - but, despite the constant stream of worrying news and growing pressure on services, now is a great time for us collectively to take positive action to help our communities.
One year on from Cyclone Idai
We hear from those rebuilding their lives a year after Cyclone Idai devastated large parts of Mozambique.