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Altruistic Tourism – ‘Voluntourism’

“Volunteering” is popular among everyone. But have you heard of Voluntourism? Melanie Santiago, an ambassador of IVolunteer International shares her experience of Voluntourism with REACH. Other Ambassadors including Shamilka, Thareendra and Pasindu also participated. As a youth, we are passionate about traveling around the world. Have you ever thought of making the Earth a better place to live…

Multiple Authors February 11, 2017

Independence: In(ter)dependence

“Irrespective of whether we be Sinhala, Tamil, Muslim or Eurasian we are one single nation, the Sri Lankan nation. Long live the Lankan nation!” – Mr. D.S. Senanayake, The first Prime Minister of Sri Lanka For Sri Lanka, February 4th, 2017 marks the 69th year of achieving independence. The commemoration of the day marks the…

Antoinette Jerom February 3, 2017

#BirthdayDeed: Anniversary Celebration Project

Today, we celebrate our birthday and what better way to do it than to launch a global project. IVolunteer International has a longer history than it has published. The concept to initiate a non-profit organization was first brought to the table in the year 2015. The project was launched in Sri Lanka and the organization…

Nipuna Ambanpola January 19, 2017

Fight Against Hunger – Robin Hood Army

Join the fight against hunger today with the Robin Hood Army Sri Lanka. The Robin Hood Army (RHA) is a volunteer-based organization that works to get surplus food from restaurants across to the less fortunate people. Their local chapters are run by friends and colleagues who hope to create a difference in their own small way….

Nipuna Ambanpola January 5, 2017

It Is Still Three Minutes To Midnight

“Last year, the Science and Security Board moved the Doomsday Clock forward to three minutes to midnight, noting: ‘The probability of global catastrophe is very high, and the actions needed to reduce the risks of disaster must be taken very soon.’ That probability has not been reduced. The Clock ticks. Global danger looms. Wise leaders…

Nipuna Ambanpola December 21, 2016

Aleppo – What You Can Do

The world is coming together to raise awareness about the tragedy happening right now in Aleppo, Syria. First, we want to tell you about the Syrian Conflict. Take a look at Syria’s war: who is fighting and why. Click on this photo to learn about the Syrian Conflict. Link opens on the same page. As we…

Nipuna Ambanpola December 13, 2016

Contributing to SDG10 – #RIUNDAY

Nipuna Ambanpola was invited as one of the youth speakers for the Rotary-UN Day, held on November 12, 2016, at the United Nations Headquarters, New York, USA. He spoke about how IVolunteer International is contributing to the Sustainable Development Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities. His address at the Young Leaders Forum was to inspire and reconnect…

Nipuna Ambanpola November 12, 2016

The Disruptive Thinking: #INBOUND16

Our team was fortunate enough to participate at INBOUND 2016 at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Boston, Massachusetts. The purpose of Inbound is “to provide the inspiration, education, and connections you need to transform your business.” – Inbound 2016 This year’s Inbound took off on November 8, 2016, after a mindblowing United States Presidential Election. But…

Nipuna Ambanpola November 10, 2016

Creating Hope Through Art – How Iridescence Works

A couple of weeks ago, we had the opportunity to partner up with a promising non-profit organization. Iridescence – Hope Through Art operates to teach art to less fortunate and marginalized children in Sri Lanka. As of right now, the organization is mainly focusing its contributions to child-care centers (orphanages). The Promise & Mission Iridescence –…

Nipuna Ambanpola November 8, 2016

Success As A Choice: Discussion With Maxton Scotland

Usually, the common man believes in the importance of extraordinary power to succeed. This week, we are happy to have a chat with Maxton Scotland, who outlines the importance of hard work over supernatural powers. Maxton Explains His Beginnings I am From London, England. I was privy to a cosmopolitan West Indian and British upbringing. This…

Nipuna Ambanpola October 28, 2016

The Borderline Of Confidence: A Discussion With Veaceslav Cretu

An individual’s capacity to learn and innovate can only come to life when they step out of the comfort zone. Within a comfort zone, everything is comfortable already. When we remove our blindfolds and see beyond what’s possible, we see that there is more we can achieve. This week’s discussion is with Veaceslav Cretu. Veaceslav Explains…

Nipuna Ambanpola October 28, 2016

Exploiting Opportunity – A Discussion With Dylan John

“Success” doesn’t always come easy. It usually requires a lot of hard work and knee bending courage. Some will define success as a journey and not a destination. We believe success stories will increase our willingness to take a shot at our dreams. The idea of launching IVolunteer Stories came to life through such confidence….

Nipuna Ambanpola October 26, 2016

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