The United Nations General Assembly has declared 2026 as the "International Year of Volunteers for Sustainable Development" (IVY 2026), also known as the International Volunteer Year 2026. This marks the global recognition of the power of volunteers and highlights their vital role in advancing sustainable development worldwide.

In response to the IVY 2026, the Agency for Volunteer Service (AVS) invites the public to support the "Hong Kong Volunteer Charter" to promote high-quality volunteer services. Visit the campaign website* now to learn more and fill out the personal or organisational information to pledge your support for the "Hong Kong Volunteer Charter," enabling volunteer services to create greater impact with appropriate support!

Click here to sign: https://2025ivdhk.com/hkvolunteercharter#/

“The Hong Kong Volunteer Award Ceremony and Forum 2025” was successfully held on 9 and 10 January, 2026. More than 46,000 awards were presented across various categories, including the Volunteer Hours Series and Outstanding Series. The event also introduced the title of “Top Ten Outstanding Volunteers” and a new award for “Youth Uniformed Groups Volunteer Award (Volunteer Hours)” to honour outstanding volunteers, youth volunteers/groups, corporations, non-commercial organisations, housing estates, and schools, recognising their dedicated contributions to society. For more details, please refer to the list of awardees.

Volunteers — Selfless dedication, contributions to society, and an important force in promoting social harmony! Understanding national history is the responsibility of every citizen. In 2025, to commemorate the 80th Anniversary of Victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, we have specially produced an animated video and an online quiz to help everyone gain deeper understanding into the history and significance of this victory.

Watch the video now and complete the online quiz to receive an e- Certificate of Participation. Let us remember the history, cherish peace, and work together for a better future!

On 26 November 2025, a devastating fire accident at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po caused severe casualties and grief across the city. The Agency for Volunteer Service (AVS) extends its deepest condolences to all those affected by this tragedy.