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For young people, volunteering helps build resilience, essential skills

Beyond the acquisition of skills, volunteering plays a vital role in the social and emotional development of young people.

Staff Writer August 19, 2024

#BirthdayDeed: a global campaign to do good on your birthday

The #BirthdayDeed project, an initiative by IVolunteer International, invites individuals worldwide to make their birthdays meaningful by engaging in acts of kindness.

Staff Writer August 19, 2024

Social media is redefining advocacy in the digital space among youth

Young people, in particular, have harnessed the power of Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, and other social networks to amplify their voices, rally for causes, and engage in volunteerism on a global scale.

Staff Writer August 19, 2024

Corporate Social Responsibility is making a comeback

As businesses face growing pressure from both employees and consumers to act responsibly, CSR has evolved into a strategic tool that enhances brand loyalty, employee satisfaction, and community relations.

Staff Writer August 19, 2024

In the U.S., volunteering is at an all-time low.

In recent years, there has been a notable decline in volunteerism across the United States, raising concerns about the implications for communities and the broader society.

Staff Writer August 18, 2024

Youth in Business: The Rise of Entrepreneurship during COVID-19

Youth entrepreneurs have taken the world by storm! With the world’s economy being greatly impacted due to the pandemic, a commending state of resiliency can be seen by youth entrepreneurs.

Ashera Ambawatte August 18, 2024

The founders, Nela and Suann pictured together

SUNE: Georgia youth build nonprofit to eradicate language barriers

Nela Vintrlikova and Suann Kim are high school students in the United States. They attend a high-ranking STEM school in Lawrenceville, Georgia, called Gwinnett School of Mathematics, Science, and Technology. Nela is in a rowing team and Suann plays the violin. At first glance, they may seem just like ordinary teenagers, until you uncover their recent creation.

Rachel Toose August 18, 2024

Experiencing the world through volunteerism

Did you know that over one billion people across different countries, regions, and cultures volunteer worldwide? Discover it here!

Paramie Jayakody January 10, 2023

Globalization’s Horrifying Ties to Western Colonialism

Introduction Since the 1990s, globalization has taken the world by storm. It allows people, products, and information to cross national borders at prices significantly lower than before. However, for most people, especially those in the developing world, this system hurts them more than it helps. One of the most severe tragedies of globalization is the…

Ariel Siton December 17, 2022

Protesters carrying the Sri Lanka flag march in the Galle Face Green area of Colombo, Sri Lanka, May 17, 2022.

Sri Lanka’s Economic Crisis: The Marginalization of War-Torn Tamils

Sri Lanka’s economic turbulence has pushed the country into complete political turmoil and precipitated a humanitarian emergency.

Mahrukh Chaudhry December 16, 2022

Citizen journalism and its impacts

Journalism has changed drastically from when its first iteration originated in Rome and then spread to China. The occupation as we now know it started in Europe in the 1600’s, and throughout the following centuries, it evolved into the respected profession it is today. But it hasn’t stopped there.

Paramie Jayakody December 13, 2022

Solution for Lahore’s Air Pollution?

The article analyses the cause and impact of persistent yearly smog in Lahore, Pakistan and the steps taken to solve the problem.

Mariam Qureshi December 3, 2022

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