Develop public awareness campaigns to promote the importance of volunteers for sustainable development. 

Recognize and measure the contribution of formal and informal volunteers and volunteerism in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. 

Integrate volunteerism into national development planning. 

Introduce policies that remove all inequalities and risks in volunteering. 

Support the setting up of knowledge and information platforms to develop and promote new forms of volunteering. 

Keep informed and learn more about volunteers and their contribution to sustainable development at the local and global levels. 

Spread the word about the #VolunteerYear and #ivy2026 on social media and in your communities throughout 2024 and beyond. 

Volunteer—onsite or online. Volunteerism lets people and communities participate in their development. Become a part of the solutions to the global challenges we are facing.