Sunday is African World Heritage Day —an opportunity to learn more about & celebrate the indispensable tools that Africa’s rich & diverse heritage offers us all.

More from UNESCO 🏛️ #Education #Sciences #Culture 🇺🇳 on the importance of preserving the continent’s unique heritage: unesco.org/en/days/africa…

At the heart of the UN's efforts lies a commitment to leave no one behind in the pursuit of sustainable development.

Discover how #volunteerism plays a pivotal role in this mission with UN Volunteers' latest research paper 🔗unv.org/news/role-volu…

In East Africa, El Niño rains are causing floods, displacing people - including refugees who had barely begun to rebuild their lives. UNHCR is working w/ authorities in Kenya, Burundi, Tanzania & Somalia to provide essential relief items & other support. bit.ly/49ZeDL2

Heavy rains and flooding have caused death and destruction in Kenya, Burundi, Somalia & Tanzania.

Volunteers and other humanitarian organizations are supporting Government-led response to scale up relief efforts, but more help & resources are needed.

👉 reliefweb.int/report/somalia…

World at your fingertips, impact in your heart.

Explore the power of online volunteering & connect with causes you care about right from your home.

Make a global impact with just a click 💻app.unv.org

Here are 4⃣ volunteering opportunities of the week.

Procurement Associate: bit.ly/3UpH66V
Social Protection Officer: bit.ly/3wj5ijm
Programme Assistant: bit.ly/3UFUSUl
Digital Revenue Strategy: bit.ly/44pxaif

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Refugee UN Volunteers are forging stronger and more inclusive communities in Dadaab camp, Kenya 🇰🇪.

UN Volunteers Aliya and Adow stand #WithRefugees , addressing the unique challenges refugee youth face every day.

Read more: bit.ly/3wdaIwm

🇰🇪How can we guarantee meaningful youth engagement at the United Nations Civil Society Conference in Nairobi?

We call upon 🇰🇪 youth to join the Civil Society Consultation session ahead of the #2024UNCSC & make their voice count.
#WeCommit

🔗: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

Volunteers make a difference in their communities by being helping hands and active models of change.

Learn more about the role of volunteers in leaving no one behind in this new research paper by UN Volunteers.

🔗unv.org/news/role-volu…

🇰🇪Happy Labour Day, Kenya!

Today, we celebrate the hard work and dedication of every individual contributing to the country's development. Your efforts are the cornerstone of progress.

Let's continue working together towards a brighter future for all!
#LabourDay .

Dear #volunteers , we will always need your
⏳Time
💙Love
🧰Skills
🫂Solidarity
👍Compassion
🎯Commitment

Thank you for being the change the world needs.

Special announcement for nationals of Armenia 🇦🇲, India 🇮🇳, Jordan 🇯🇴, Kenya 🇰🇪and Romania 🇷🇴: use your digital skills for good - become UN Volunteers in your local UNICEF office 🇺🇳 and make a real impact on children's lives app.unv.org/?country=AFG%2…

You are a young African, aged 18-35?

Here is a chance to join the #54FacesofAfrica campaign, #TellYourStory and spark change.

Tell the world what being African means to you, and what dreams you have for your continent
👉 forms.gle/LA7rQVLvzCPBiD…

Deadline: 20th May 2024

Every day is a good day to volunteer.

Visit our unified volunteer platform 🔗app.unv.org🔗 to start your online or onsite volunteering journey today.

Did you know that volunteerism is key to achieving the #SDGs ?
Volunteers bring diverse skills & passion to tackle social, economic, and environmental issues, creating positive change!

How do you contribute to sustainable development? Share your story!

You are a young African, aged 18-35?

Here is a chance to join the #54FacesofAfrica campaign, #TellYourStory and spark change.

Tell the world what being African means to you, and what dreams you have for your continent.

👉 forms.gle/LA7rQVLvzCPBiD…

Deadline: 20th May 2024

On this International Girls in ICT Day!💻

Our UN Volunteers, women & girls across the world continue to break down barriers and inspire a new generation of girls to become leaders in technology through #volunteerism .

Thursday is #GirlsInICT Day! 👩‍🔬👩‍💻👩‍🔧👩‍🏫

We can all help defy the stereotypes & biases that continue to prevent women & girls from pursuing careers in information & communications technology.

More from Int’l Telecommunication Union: itu.int/women-and-girl…

📢Call for applications!

Are you passionate about strategic communications & partnerships?

Join UNDP Kenya as a Project Communications Officer & amplify our work as we build partnerships & propel impact in Kenya & beyond.

Apply now on: app.unv.org/api/doa/doa/17…

#Diversity fuels progress. UN Volunteers bring local knowledge & passion to tackle global challenges.

Want to make a difference? Be a UN Volunteer. Start here 👉 app.unv.org