In early February 2025, the European Youth Centre in Budapest transformed into a hub for reflection, foresight, and action. From 3–7 February, thirty young leaders and activists from around the world gathered for the IVS Study Session, organised by CCIVS in cooperation with Alliance of European Voluntary Service Organisations, ICYE, SCI, NVDA, and the Council …
The Global Reflection Meeting started today in Versailles, France, as part of the Voices for Change project—where music meets volunteering! 26 passionate people from around the world came together to connect, laugh, and greet each other in multiple languages. We kicked off a deep reflection process—looking into the past of IVS to better understand our …
This unique 10-day training is an invitation to become an Earth Artivist — using music and volunteer action to amplify local voices and influence global policies. Participants will: Provisional Programme Highlights Apply by 30 April using this form: https://forms.gle/X2VcnaatTNAvHfnu6 Read the complete call here: Call for Participants VFC Songwriting
Join us on 8 April 2025, from 9:00 to 10:30 AM CEST for a powerful online panel discussion exploring the future of International Voluntary Service (IVS) and its role in advancing social and climate justice. This event will focus on how IVS can strategically engage in policy-making, decolonisation, and advocacy for systemic change. Date & …
On-line Panel: Shaping the Future of IVS – Policy, Advocacy, Social & Climate Justice Read More »
The 1st April we’ve officially launched this exciting new project! We’re happy to share with you a full overview of the project, including who the partners are, the upcoming activities, training opportunities, and much more planned for this project cycle. Take a look at what’s coming up and feel free to share any comments or …
Kick-off meeting: let’s start with Voices for Change Read More »
The Palestine Solidarity working group Statement The Palestine Solidarity Working Group of CCIVS has been meeting regularly over the past year, closely following the ongoing genocide and attacks on Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank. This group seeks, in whatever small way possible, to support the Palestinian people as they endure unimaginable brutality. While …
Statement 7 FEBRUARY 2025 by the Palestine Solidarity working group Read More »
We’re thrilled to announce the launch of the LIVE-EX Project, a groundbreaking initiative designed to inspire and empower young changemakers across Africa. This project focuses on building a sustainable and inclusive future by addressing today’s most pressing challenges, including climate action, youth leadership, and social justice. LIVE-EX provides a platform for young leaders to connect, …
LIVE-EX Project Launch: Empowering Young Leaders Across Africa Read More »
To ensure regional understanding and cooperation 3 voluntary organizations UVIKUITA (Tanzania), Zimbabwe Workcamps Association (ZWA) and South Africa Volunteer Workcamp Association (SAVWA) forged a partnership for a 40 days regional caravan workcamp which started in Tanzania, moving to Zimbabwe and ended in South Africa, scheduled 10 days per country. The workcamp had 3 main themes, …
Tracing the roots of International Voluntary Service from East to Southern Africa Read More »
Photo credits: Christine Frazer, Gateshead Community Bridgebuilders IVCO 2024 (9-13 September) in Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom The IVCO conference was a 4-day long event that brought together representatives of partners and members of Forum from all around the world to discuss best-practices and share current projects. Representing CCIVS, I attended as a participant, with …
Building Bridges and Fostering Solidarity: Insights from IVCO 2024 in Newcastle Read More »
Many people may still be unclear about the purpose of the International Voluntary Service (IVS) movement and how to get involved in IVS activities.Thus, this workshop helped to gain knowledge and empower young people to engage better with other young people and introduce those who know least to the IVS movement. Correlation with ICONThe workshop …
ICONic Youth Workshop: From Local to Global Through IVS Read More »
