Synthesis

Drawing on evidence from countries as diverse as Bangladesh, Brazil, Kenya and Lebanon, it shows how ordinary people are volunteering their time, energy and skills to improve governance and engagement at local, national and global levels. 

The report highlights that better governance at every level is essential to meet the new targets for the Sustainable Development Goals.  

It advocates volunteerism as an additional resource and vehicle for harnessing skills, knowledge and expertise. It shows how volunteerism can enable voice and participation, accountability and responsiveness, which are fundamental to good governance, and can complement other development solutions and resources.