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Youth-Led Beach and Public Space Clean-Up in Tanzania: Protecting Dar es Salaam and Kigoma

A passionate group of young people in Tanzania is taking bold action to clean up and preserve public spaces — from the bustling beaches of Dar es Salaam to community areas in Kigoma. These initiatives highlight the incredible impact of community-driven environmental action in safeguarding natural spaces for future generations. Reviving Coco Beach, Dar es […]

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LIVE-EX Malawi: Unlocking Digital Innovation for Climate Action

The LIVE-EX Project in Malawi has uncovered an exciting and often overlooked opportunity: the power of young people’s digital creativity for climate action. While many youths in Malawi spend hours scrolling social media or creating dancing videos, the LIVE-EX initiative has revealed a new potential — these same young content creators are eager and ready

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LIVE-EX Zimbabwe: Empowering Youth for Climate Action and a Greener Future

Zimbabwe Workcamps Association (ZWA) is proud to lead the LIVE-EX project in Zimbabwe, connecting young people to climate action and sustainable development solutions. Under the mentorship of Ian Mugowa and Agatha Mubaiwa, and with coordination by Ratherford Mwaruta, the project is inspiring the next generation to take meaningful action for a greener, more resilient future.

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Impact Measurement Training

Objective To train partners to use the Most Significant Change (MSC) technique for collecting and measuring project outcomes. Description Online Training by Francesco Volpini to use the Most Significant Change (MSC), a technique which involves the collection and selection of stories of change emerging from the local communities. A participatory technique, it relies on engaging

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Anticipating the Future of Volunteering: Reflections from the IVS Study Session, Budapest 2025

In early February 2025, the European Youth Centre in Budapest transformed into a hub for reflection, foresight, and action. From 3–7 February, thirty young leaders and activists from around the world gathered for the IVS Study Session, organised by CCIVS in cooperation with Alliance of European Voluntary Service Organisations, ICYE, SCI, NVDA, and the Council

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On-line Panel: Shaping the Future of IVS – Policy, Advocacy, Social & Climate Justice

Join us on 8 April 2025, from 9:00 to 10:30 AM CEST for a powerful online panel discussion exploring the future of International Voluntary Service (IVS) and its role in advancing social and climate justice. This event  will focus on how IVS can strategically engage in policy-making, decolonisation, and advocacy for systemic change. Date &

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Kick-off meeting: let’s start with Voices for Change

The 1st April we’ve officially launched this exciting new project! We’re happy to share with you a full overview of the project, including who the partners are, the upcoming activities, training opportunities, and much more planned for this project cycle. Take a look at what’s coming up and feel free to share any comments or

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Statement 7 FEBRUARY 2025 by the Palestine Solidarity working group

The Palestine Solidarity working group  Statement  The Palestine Solidarity Working Group of CCIVS has been meeting regularly over the past year, closely following the ongoing genocide and attacks on Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank. This group seeks, in whatever small way possible, to support the Palestinian people as they endure unimaginable brutality. While

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LIVE-EX Project Launch: Empowering Young Leaders Across Africa

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of the LIVE-EX Project, a groundbreaking initiative designed to inspire and empower young changemakers across Africa. This project focuses on building a sustainable and inclusive future by addressing today’s most pressing challenges, including climate action, youth leadership, and social justice. LIVE-EX provides a platform for young leaders to connect,

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