On 21 May 2026, CCIVS joined the 19th International NGO Forum at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris, held under the theme “Advancing a Culture of Peace in Africa: From Roots to Resilience.” Our Director, Vicky Lovelock, and CCIVS Youth Committee member Victonell Wanjohi took part in Session 2, “Reimagining Education Systems as Engines of Peace.” The …
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The LIVE-Ex online dialogue brought together inspiring young leaders from across Africa and beyond to discuss youth participation and leadership in climate justice. Speakers shared real experiences in activism, advocacy, and community action—highlighting the importance of youth voices in shaping sustainable and inclusive solutions. The session featured a diverse group of changemakers working in areas such …
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During my long-term volunteering experience in France, where I spent 8 months, one of the main objectives of the project was to train us to become workcamp leaders. Along the way, I developed many skills—some of which I never expected to gain through volunteering. One of the most important skills I developed unintentionally was language interpretation from …
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What does climate action look like beyond headlines and global commitments? On Earth Day 2026, CCIVS hosted a global webinar bringing together youth-led initiatives and grassroots projects working at the intersection of climate action, community resilience, and international volunteering. The session created a space for participants from different regions to exchange ideas, experiences, and practical …
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Declaración de las redes de voluntariado SCI, Alliance y CCIVS, Como movimientos y organizaciones pacifistas y antimilitaristas, no podemos permanecer en silencio ante la guerra que se está desatando actualmente y la escalada de violencia que refleja una tendencia preocupante. La historia nos ha demostrado lo que conllevan las guerras mundiales. Tras esa experiencia —que …
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We are proud to share the successful completion of the Southern Africa Workcamps Cooperation (SAWC) 1st Technical Meeting 2026, hosted by GEPI Zimbabwe in Harare from 18–22 March 2026! This important gathering brought together passionate partners and stakeholders committed to strengthening volunteerism, youth development, and regional cooperation across Southern Africa. A heartfelt thank you to …
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What should every volunteer be able to expect when taking part in international volunteering? The newly published Volunteer Rights Framework by CCIVS sets out a clear answer – defining the rights, responsibilities, and conditions needed to ensure volunteering is fair, safe, and meaningful for everyone involved. As part of the International Voluntary Service movement, volunteering …
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C-IVS Skills and YC Meeting in Paris | By Raksha V Shenoy K In the first week of March 2026 (2.03.2026 to 07.03.2026) I landed in Paris, walked into the UNESCO Building for the second time, but this experience felt entirely different. This was the first in-person meeting of the new Youth Committee (2025–2027), and …
Statement by SCI, Alliance and CCIVS Movements, 2026 As peace and antimilitarist movements and organizations, we cannot remain silent in the face of the war now unfolding – an escalation that reflects a troubling pattern witnessed in recent years. History has shown us what world wars entails. After that experience -one that left behind famine, …
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From 22 to 26 June 2026, Université Côte d’Azur will host the 5th edition of the International Digital Week in Nice, France. This five-day event brings together researchers, policymakers, companies, and international networks to explore the latest developments in digital transformation. The programme focuses on three key areas: digital transformation in education, digital innovation and entrepreneurship, and …
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