2021 Theme: Volunteer now for our common future

We aim to inspire people, whether they are decision makers or citizens of this world, to take action NOW for people and the planet.

The United Nations Volunteers Programme (UNV) coordinates International Volunteer Day on 5 December every year to recognize and promote the tireless work, not just of UN Volunteers, but of volunteers across the globe. Every day, volunteers dedicate time and effort to ensure the inclusion of those often left behind, drive climate action and advance the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

When people are encouraged to get involved in solving problems, the solutions are more likely to be feasible and lasting. Volunteers engage communities and build a people-centric movement to help build a better and safer future for us all.

For the generations of TOMORROW, we must take responsibility for the changes needed to build a better future NOW. Encouraging, recognizing and promoting volunteerism is an important part of creating a more equal and inclusive future for communities and worldwide.

In the lead-up to #IVD2021, let us celebrate the contributions of the millions who #volunteernow.

UN Volunteers, making a difference to the lives of many

Volunteering is giving, sharing, standing by others, supporting causes you care about and creating a better future for everyone.

Help us spread the message and volunteer for our campaign by:

• Posting a photo, video or graphic to show how you #VolunteerNow for our common future! You can find visuals and other resources for common use in the campaign on this Trello Board
• ‘Nominating’ another person to also "volunteer now for our common future", by tagging them with the hashtags #passiton #volunteernow #IVD2021. Example: “I volunteer to raise awareness about environmental sustainability/pant trees/do clean ups in my community. I #passiton to @UNVenture to also #volunteernow for #climateaction.”