Volunteer statistics (ILO)*
Source: ILOSTATS. The data is collected by ILO from national statistical offices. As national statistics on volunteer work are produced using a variety of approaches and tools, direct and cross-country comparisons are not recommended. For more information, visit https://ilostat.ilo.org/topics/volunteer-work/
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Measurement work
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Laws, Policies, Schemes on Volunteering
Does the country have a piece of legislation on volunteering?
Does the country have a national policy, scheme, plan or strategy specific to volunteering?
Yes
| Name of specific policy, strategy or plan on volunteering at the national level. | Year created | Source link | What are the relevant SDG areas/crosscutting themes of the policy, plan scheme or strategy? |
|---|---|---|---|
National Volunteer Program |
2002 | View source |      |
Volunteer and Citizenship Program in each of the Local Government Units |
2013 | View source |  |
Does the country have a sectoral and cross-sectoral policy, scheme, plan or strategy that mentions volunteering?
Yes
| Name of specific policy, strategy or plan on volunteering at the national level. | Year created | Source link | What are the relevant SDG areas/crosscutting themes of the policy, plan scheme or strategy? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philippine Youth Development Plan (PYDP) 2017-2022 | 2017 | View source |    |
VNR Reporting
National Voluntary Review Report PHILIPPINES
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The annual Brigada Eskwela brings together nationwide voluntary efforts from stakeholders and communities to prepare public school facilities for the opening of the school year. It allows private partners to donate materials and volunteer time for public school maintenance and improvement, fostering shared governance among stakeholders and communities.
No mention2022 Voluntary National Review of the Philippines
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Reporting positive contribution of volunteering to the SDGs
Reporting on volunteering connected to matters of gender equality, women's empowerment or similar
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During the pandemic this program distributed Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) materials for ensuring good health and nutrition for pregnant women, ensuring the safety of health volunteers, and ensuring continuity of the First 1,000 Days services by the local government.
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Public-Private Task Force T3 is convened to expand RT-PCR testing for COVID-19. It involves private companies and volunteer executive teams who are working with the national and local government for COVID-19 response and management.
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PLDT and Smart provided drone equipment, mobile phones, radio devices, and personal protective gear to upgrade the biodiversity, disaster risk reduction, and carbon sequestration patrolling and monitoring activities of the Bantay Danao volunteers that protect the AMWS.
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Overseas Filipinos with different options for further investment in the country. To facilitate ease in
doing business, the BaLinkBayan.gov.ph portal provides Overseas Filipinos with a one-stop shop portal for diaspora engagements. This also links them to various partners and government services that allow for business, investment, and volunteer opportunities.
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2. Barangay Violence Against Women (VAW) desks. As of November 28, 2024, a total of 38,981 VAW desks were established in 41,610 assessed barangays. This achievement translates to a 93.68 percent coverage rate, demonstrating a strong commitment to addressing violence against women at the grassroots level.
A good practice that contributes to the responsiveness of barangay VAW desks is the engagement of community volunteers serving as VAW Desk Officers. These volunteers undergo basic gender sensitivity training and orientation on anti-VAW laws, enabling them to effectively assist victims and respond to cases in the absence of women barangay kagawad or women barangay tanod.
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Efforts by the Batangas MPA and BDN to sustain the regular patrols of its Bantay Dagat Teams resulted in the reduction of illegal fishing incidents. This also led to an increase in fish catch and enhanced marine biodiversity in the area. From 2022 to 2025, official identification cards were issued to 1,236 Bantay Dagat members, empowering community volunteers to enforce marine laws and protect designated marine conservation areas.
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Expanded inclusivity and participation
Building on the gains of employing the Whole-of-Nation PLUS approach, the country will continue and expand the engagement of various stakeholders by leveraging the Stakeholders’ Chamber on the SDGs. Future calls for membership to the Chamber will prioritize the inclusion of representatives from the most vulnerable and marginalized sectors.