“A Warm-Clothing Drive Connects Communities To Create A Movement – Salvation Scarves” The movement started as a small idea with one single family. Here is some volunteer inspiration. Nipuna Ambanpola January 9, 2019
Origin for Hope – Aarambhaya for Ayati While Aarambhaya means Origin/Beginning in Sinhala, Ayati means Hope in Sanskrit. Living up to its meaning, the Aarambhaya for Ayati was established to improve the quality of life and provide opportunities for development to children with disabilities. Ayati Trust Sri Lanka is a charitable trust. It is incorporated between the University of Kelaniya – Sri Lanka, Hemas Holdings and… Antoinette Jerom July 31, 2018
Resolutions & Compromises; The Future We Want Model United Nations Ends On A High Note The Future We Want Model United Nations (FWWMUN) took place from March 9-11, 2018 in New York City. The event was put together by a mind-blowing team of Rotaractors and persistent young diplomats in partnership with the Rotaract Global Model United Nations (RGMUN) and the Italian Diplomatic Academy (IDA). More than 2,500 youth representatives of… March 13, 2018
Shamilka Karunanayake – Finalist of UNYD 2017 Sri Lanka Shamilka Karunanayake an Ambassador of IVolunteer International became a finalist in the United Nations Youth Delegate (UNYD) programme 2017/2018. IVolunteer International Writers’ Council interviewed Shamilka who aspires to volunteer extensively and play a part in the lives of others. 1. Shamilka Karunanayake speaks about herself I’m a final year student at Sri Lanka Law College. I studied… Natasha Fernando December 9, 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
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
Looking Forward With Arts – Q&A With Sanchitha The Sooriya Village is an idea birthed from the legendary “Sooriya” label, the pioneer in producing popular music in Sri Lanka during the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s. Today, the Sooriya brand once again enters the industry not only to aid musicians but artists of all forms to help nurture and promote their creations through the facility’s… Nipuna Ambanpola September 25, 2016
