Our volunteers are engaged in youth programmes, first aid, ambulances, mountain rescue, telephone help-lines, disaster preparedness, disaster response, support for refugees, health campaigns, advocacy and myriad other specialised programs for vulnerable people. Every year we serve more than 200 million vulnerable people. Volunteer work is different from paid work. It has its own special qualities. This often makes a big difference for the beneficiary.
Volunteers work part-time.
Most people only volunteer a few hours a week. So volunteering can be combined with any occupation. It can continue for many years. It has a unique focus on the task. And if necessary, the time given can be expanded many times.