On the last day of the seminar, participants were invited to reflect on “What does volunteering mean to me?” and other critical questions around youth participation. Along with the material from the week, these reflections will be the basis of UNOY’s framework Volunteering for Peace. The framework will be a collection of good practices and a guide for UNOY members, and youth peace organisations in general, on how to effectively include volunteering as a conflict transformation tool. It will also highlight the importance of youth participation and volunteering in the wider European context. The framework is due for publication on International Volunteers Day, 5th December 2013.
“Networks of organisations with previous project examples would allow project coordinators and volunteers to gather good practice examples.” Miguel, Spain.
“(People) need information, particularly on what would happen without peace.” Anonymous
Astrid, Germany & David, Armenia
“Volunteers must be determined, must have a strong will to help others and must be tolerant.” Guantsa, Georgia.
“For me volunteering can be used as a means to contribute to important objectives such as good quality education for all, cultural recognition of different groups and peacebuilding. Especially in situations where other actors, such as governments or companies, do not take care of these issues, the work of volunteers is important. Commitment to these objectives are my main motivation of volunteering.”
Joëtta, The Netherlands
Volunteering for Peace 