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To the youth of Kashmir and anyone! Don't let idle time go to waste—your efforts can lead to meaningful change in our community. Consider Volunteering for causes you care about. Although it's a bit late to share my own volunteering experience, I believe it’s worth sharing. I started my volunteering with Human welfare Voluntary Organization back in 2022. I was eager to contribute to my community and wanted to focus on environmental issues, as the degradation of our environment deeply concerns me. I showed my interest to work with them however, I was informed that they work under a project related to gender. I researched about the topic and realised how little I knew about it. I was initially disheartened but my love to explore different things encouraged me to give it a try. I was assigned report-making tasks for the first few weeks, as I had experience writing for newspapers. Through this work, I gained insights into the organization's activities. After a month, I started going for the field work with other team members. We used to go to the remote villages to conduct workshops for psycho social counselling. During these workshops, I came across many women who were suffering from mental health issues. The saddest part of which was that many of them were unaware about it. During these workshops, I not only gained a firsthand exposure to the prevalence of the mental health issues especially among women of remote areas in Kashmir but this experience also heightened the importance of awareness campaigns in communities. Although, this volunteering had been challenging for me as it took an emotional toll on me while working with the vulnerable communities but in the long run it made me a better human. Volunteering not only transformed my perspectives, it also allowed me to contribute meaningfully to causes I care about, which gave me a sense of purpose and fulfillment. To anyone considering volunteering: don't hesitate. The experience may take you in unexpected directions, but it will always make you a better version of yourself. #Volunteering #Bepartofchange

Picture a bustling slum in Mumbai. A non-profit organisation is actively working in the area, and you hear about their volunteers working at grassroots level. This #InternationalVolunteersDay, think of who comes to your mind? College students working for summer credits? Employees from a corporate sharing a skill which is hard to obtained? External volunteers volunteer for issues that they feel strongly about. Volunteering provides external volunteers a way to engage with and learn about different communities. The face of volunteering has long been tied to privilege. The volunteers we don’t often think of often are the community volunteers, people who live in the under-served places, who are driving change; for themselves, their families and their communities. In resource-scarce urban slums, the most sustainable way to foster change is from within. Community volunteers, bring lived experiences and an intrinsic understanding of local issues. These individuals work on problems they deeply understand, crafting solutions that are feasible and practical in their context Community volunteers bring a deep understanding of local issues and lived experiences, enabling them to craft practical, relevant solutions. Their unique strength lies in bridging gaps between residents and service providers—whether it’s ensuring children access education, connecting families to healthcare, or spreading awareness about hygiene. Trusted by their neighbours, they amplify the reach and impact of interventions, creating ripples of progress. In urban poor settings, volunteers also play a crucial role in disaster preparedness and resilience. During floods, heatwaves, or disease outbreaks, trained volunteers provide critical information, organize resources, and lead timely responses, saving lives and reducing losses. Their impact during the COVID-19 crisis stands as undeniable proof of their importance. Beyond addressing immediate needs, community volunteers inspire collective action. A single effort can spark larger, sustainable changes as others follow their lead. This sense of ownership fosters pride, unity, and long-term development. Volunteering also transforms the volunteers themselves. It equips them with new skills, builds confidence, and opens opportunities to lead, creating a cycle of empowerment that strengthens the community from within. By nurturing and investing in community volunteers, CSOs ensure that change in urban poor areas is not just meaningful but enduring. Let’s celebrate these changemakers—those who drive progress from the heart of their communities. #InternationalVolunteersDay #IVD2024 #ApnaMumbai #Apnalaya

NSS jointly with Right Dots Organised Collaborative Brainstorming Session - “Demystifying Volunteering“ on 24.12.2024. Special Guests Balakumaran Thangavel, Director of CSR and India Head for Outreach Employee Volunteering at Cognizant, shared on the personal and social benefits of volunteering school students. Bhuvaneswari Subramani, a Technology Leader and Founder of the Rajee Subramani Public Charitable Trust, highlighted the importance of networking and how building connections with other volunteers can make a difference. Vidhya Bojan, Founder of Right Dots, discussed simple initiatives that NSS volunteers can take to support nearby schools and their students which can lead to remarkable results. #kascsathy #artsandscience #kamadhenu #kaamadhenuartsandsciencecollege #greencampus #kaamadhenucollegeofeducation #sathyamangalam #nss #csr #volunteer #rightdots #corporate #responsibility #socialservice #volunteering

At SMFG India Credit, we believe that making a difference goes beyond providing financial solutions - it’s about creating a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.   In an interview with TheCSRUniverse, our Chief Operating Officer Swaminathan Subramanian, delved into the vision, execution, and long-term aspirations of “Ek Mutthi Chawal” – our employee volunteering initiative, launched in 2019, that not only focusses on community building and welfare, but also addresses food security and hunger among underprivileged children and the elderly.   Read more of the interview below.

We want the impact of our work to mean that in adult life, young people who have been to InFocus are: 💙Living healthy lives with good mental health and emotional wellbeing 💙Advocating for themselves independently or with support 💙Following their passions and doing things that they really enjoy 💙Living as independently as they are able, with the right level of support 💙Able to use their money and to make decisions about spending to improve their lives 💙In work, volunteer roles or engaged in valued activities 💙Using technology effectively to support and enhance daily life 💙Making choices about all aspects of their lives, to the fullest extent possible 💙Maximising their functional vision 💙Being active citizens in their community 💙Travelling within their community, with just enough support 💙Enjoying relationships with family & friends & meeting new people through a variety of social opportunities 💙Using their voice about things that matter to them Read about our strategic plan here: https://lnkd.in/eKBUZzts #YoungPeople #Adults #NotJustABlindSchool #SpecialistEducation #SpecialistProvision #SEND #Exeter #Devon #Inclusion #Volunteer #Fundraising #Donations #CharityShop #InFocusCharity #InFocus #SEND #InFocus #VisionImpairment #BSL #SupportedLiving

Senior Care India (An appeal for Volunteering support) Dear Friends, We are in the process of setting up a website which will serve as a free resource platform for knowledge sharing on Eldercare in India. I strongly believe that, " Together we can bring a Change", so please come forward to share your intellectual assets for the larger cause. (We are not asking for money, just your wisdom and knowledge for everyone's future). To begin with, we need volunteering help and advice in designing a website, website hosting and maintenance. If anyone can help (pro-bono) please do message me personally. Sharing a brief synopsis of the concept; Concept: A free online resource platform commited towards bridging the gap in Elderly Care in India. Legal Status: A Volunteer group with advisors from different walks of life. Objectives: 1) Share information related on Senior Citizens Care Homes in India on the website. (Everyone will be able to search for an Old Age Home (OAH), Elderly Care Home/ Senior Citizens Care Home (SCCH) across the country based on district, locality, pin code, level of care and pay/stay, that too free of cost). 90% of the database has already been collated over a period of 1 year by me. 2) Share database of relevant senior care service providers. 3) Link all district information and database of Senior Citizens. 4) Share International standards and best practices in Senior Care. This is purely a non-profit and non-commercial initiative and all support will be through volunteers. (All financial outflow / expenses will be borne by me/well wishers and not by seeking funding, unless people want to help). Two domain names have been registered by me, (elderlycareindia.org and seniorcareindia.org). Do share your suggestions as to which name sounds better. Do share your views and feedback on elderlycareadvisor@gmail.com Pankaj Mehrotra #agedcare #longtermcare #carehomes #oldagehomes #dementiacare #memorycare #assistedliving #ageing #elderlycarehomes #seniorcitizenscarehomes #seniorcitizens #oldage #india #volunteering

"On this Republic Day, let's remember the sacrifices of our freedom fighters and strive to build a better India for all. Republic Day is a reminder of our duty to protect and preserve our nation's values. Let's stand united! #RepublicDay #IndiaCelebrates #RepublicDayIndia #26January #ProudIndian #NationFirst #UnityInDiversity #IndiaAt74"

We want the impact of our work to mean that in adult life, young people who have been to InFocus are: 💙Living healthy lives with good mental health and emotional wellbeing 💙Advocating for themselves independently or with support 💙Following their passions and doing things that they really enjoy 💙Living as independently as they are able, with the right level of support 💙Able to use their money and to make decisions about spending to improve their lives 💙In work, volunteer roles or engaged in valued activities 💙Using technology effectively to support and enhance daily life 💙Making choices about all aspects of their lives, to the fullest extent possible 💙Maximising their functional vision 💙Being active citizens in their community 💙Travelling within their community, with just enough support 💙Enjoying relationships with family & friends & meeting new people through a variety of social opportunities 💙Using their voice about things that matter to them Read about our strategic plan here: https://lnkd.in/eKBUZzts #YoungPeople #Adults #NotJustABlindSchool #SpecialistEducation #SpecialistProvision #SEND #Exeter #Devon #Inclusion #Volunteer #Fundraising #Donations #CharityShop #InFocusCharity #InFocus #SEND #InFocus #VisionImpairment #BSL #SupportedLiving

#Leadership #Talent | In the last few years, there has been a shift in how India volunteers, driven by a combination of factors—government policies, the debilitating impact of the pandemic, and a growing awareness of social issues among the young. This surge in interest has increased in both kind and intensity. However, what civil society needs is for this voluntarism to transform into meaningful citizen engagement. Project Mumbai a nonprofit committed to driving social change through large-scale initiatives, believes that volunteering has the potential to bridge existing gaps. This can be achieved by making volunteering sustainable, identifying potential roadblocks, and understanding how nonprofits should approach volunteering. Read this article by Shishir Joshi (shishir joshi) to learn more about how nonprofits can turn this energy into lasting citizen engagement as interest in volunteering grows. https://lnkd.in/gcAsHuda

Food - Zomato India Cab - Ola Shopping - Amazon Volunteering - Team Everest NGO Volunteering is giving your time and helping someone in need. If you want to volunteer, your go-to place is Team Everest. You can volunteer from your home or in person at Team Everest. When you volunteer, you not only change others' lives but yours too. Check the link in the comments to volunteer. #volunteers #volunteering #SDGs #SustainableDevelopmentGoals #CSR #CorporateSocialResponsibility #nameboard