The International Volunteer Day (IVD) was observed across the world on 5 December 2016 with the theme
“Global Applause - Give volunteers a hand.”This year's theme recognises the volunteers worldwide.
It also harnesses their efforts in making peace and sustainable development a reality.
United Nations Volunteers (UNV) programme released the data showing the increase in keyboard volunteers that is online volunteers.
By volunteering online, volunteers work for sustainable human development by supporting the activities of development organisations.
About International Volunteer Day- Founded by: UN
- Year: 1985
- UNV programme contributes to peace and development.
- UNV stands for United Nations Volunteers.
- Objective: Volunteers and organisations to promote their work among their
Communities, Non-governmental organisations (NGOs), United Nations agencies and the Government authorities.
