International Volunteer Day 2025
The 5th of December is the International Volunteer Day (IVD) proclaimed by the United Nations to promote volunteerism, and to encourage governments and organisations to pay tribute to volunteers in recognition of their contributions to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals.
Since 1992, AVS has been celebrating the IVD annually to show appreciation to volunteers, and to encourage more aspiring ones to adopt the volunteering way of life.
International Volunteer Year 2026
In 2023, the United Nations General Assembly announced that 2026 will be designated as the "International Volunteer Year" (IVY 2026). This marks a significant global resolution in the field of volunteer service, following the International Volunteer Year (IVY) in 2000.
IVY 2026 presents an excellent opportunity to strengthen worldwide awareness of the power and potential of volunteers, promote increased engagement in volunteer activities, and encourage governments and other stakeholders to make concrete commitments to support volunteer participation through favorable policy environments. It aims to highlight the importance of volunteers in achieving global sustainable development.
You are welcome to participate in the following activities:
1. Pledge to Support the "Hong Kong Volunteer Charter"
To promote quality volunteer services, AVS established the "Hong Kong Volunteer Charter" in 2011, while advocating the value of voluntary work, it also helps individuals interested in volunteering understand the responsibilities and code of conduct that volunteers should uphold.
Based on the "Hong Kong Volunteer Charter," AVS has developed a "Practical Reference Guide," tailored to different volunteer roles. It includes detailed guidelines for voluntary work and outlines the expectations of volunteers towards organizations and service recipients.
Click now to support the "Hong Kong Volunteer Charter" and the "Practical Reference Guide"
2. "International Volunteer Day 2025" Online Quiz
Coming Soon
3. AVS Volunteer Market
AVS Volunteer Market is back! To celebrate International Volunteer Day, the Hong Kong Jockey Club Community Project Grant: Volunteer Talent Bank (VTB) will hold the "Walk with Purpose – Volunteer Market 2025" on November 30th (Sunday) from 11:30 AM to 5:30 PM at the 2/F of MOSTown.
This year, 12 talented volunteer teams will organise various volunteer experience booths, painting workshops, and exciting performances, including balloon twisting and games, instant photography, and talent shows. Young volunteers have also prepared wonderful magic and musical performances to promote the spirit of inclusive society and volunteerism. You are warmly invited to participate and support the event.
This year, 12 talented volunteer teams will organise various volunteer experience booths, painting workshops, and exciting performances, including balloon twisting and games, instant photography, and talent shows. Young volunteers have also prepared wonderful magic and musical performances to promote the spirit of inclusive society and volunteerism. You are warmly invited to participate and support the event.
Join us in promoting IVD
1. Corporates, organisations, and the public are welcome to assist in promotion and publicity through the following methods:
- Publish advertisements/online banners for "International Volunteer Day" in print channels.
- Upload the "International Volunteer Day" online banner to the company's/organisation's website.
- Post "International Volunteer Day" promotional posters in affiliated company's/organisation's.
- Share the "International Volunteer Day" online banners and/or a 30-second promotional video on the company's/organisation's website or social media.
2. Video and Poster Promotion
To encourage the public, especially youth, to volunteer and contribute to society, a promotional video and poster featuring VV Friends will be launched in November on AVS and various social media platforms, as well as in newspapers/magazines, on the MTR, and bus exteriors and lightboxes.
Let's practice the motto "Care for Hong Kong, Everyone Volunteers"!
Let's practice the motto "Care for Hong Kong, Everyone Volunteers"!