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Today, @bugeserayouth hosted a learning visit from our valued partner @VSO_Intl and the team led by @franklinmurangi together with NYC committees from Nyagatare, Gasabo and Nyanza. The visit aimed to observe and learn how youth performance contracts are implemented and monitored.

Happy International Women's Day everyone. 💜

If you want to know what works, ask the people involved 👏 In #Tanzania 🇹🇿, @VSO_Intl gathers volunteers, staff and partners in learning circles to review results, discuss challenges & improve future outcomes. More on volunteering measurement #SWVR2026: bit.ly/3YfUQ6x

Today marks #InternationalDayOfCleanEnergy! 🪴 If we can count on VSO volunteers to be one thing, it's passionate about climate change. Watch this video of Hosea, a volunteer working within the Youth Network in Uganda, to learn more about his work. #PassTheSpark

Tag a volunteer you know below. 👇💜 #IVY26 #PassTheSpark

@BashirBosso Thanks for sharing, Bashir! 💜 What was your favourite memory from volunteering?

Where and when did you volunteer with VSO? 💜 #PassTheSpark #IVY26

For almost three decades, @VSO_Intl has been a driving force in shaping #Rwanda’s volunteerism ecosystem, building strong partnerships, equipping youth, uplifting marginalized communities, and strengthening systems that leave no one behind. As we close the week of #ivd2025, we celebrate the incredible impact of #volunteers who continue to spark change in schools, health centres, youth spaces, and local government systems. When #volunteers step forward, communities rise. When communities rise, a nation thrives. Therefore, #EveryContributionMatters. #PassTheSpark #ivd2025

Our spark for lasting change is empowering young people to lead boldly, influence decisions, and nurture a sustainable, inclusive future for all. #PassTheSpark @VSOKenya #IVD2025

@VSO_Intl My spark for lasting change is to transform and support how people learn, grow, and show up at work. My spark is rooted in elevating people so they can thrive, feel seen, and perform at their best. What's your spark? #passthespark

My Spark for Lasting Change is recognizing everyone's worth and sharing skills to leave the world a better place #PassTheSpark @VSO_Intl

Happy International Volunteers Day!🎉 Today we honor the remarkable individuals whose generosity and determination uplift communities everywhere. Your kindness, effort, and unwavering energy make a profound difference. Thank you! #PassTheSpark @VSO_Intl #IVD2025

“ @VSO_Intl exists to spark lasting change, until no one stands alone.” Today, the world celebrates the power of volunteers, the everyday change-makers who prove that #EveryContributionMatters. For @VSO_Intl, this #InternationalVolunteerDay marks a historic moment: the official launch of our new identity Volunteers Spark Others This #IVD2025 is where the spark lights - igniting a global movement of solidarity, action, and service as we journey toward the International Volunteering Year (IVY) 2026. Across #Rwanda and beyond, @VSO_Intl volunteers continue to spark transformation in education, youth empowerment, health, climate action, and inclusive development. Their commitment reminds us that meaningful change begins with one person, one action, one spark. #passthespark #IVD2025

@JohnOmara136282 You're an inspiration to volunteers across the world! 💜 #PassTheSpark

My spark for lasting change is seeing more children enroll and thrive in school through #IPALSE. Confident learners, innovative teachers, and empowered communities fuel my commitment. Change begins with belief and action. #PassTheSpark #IVD2025 #VSO

@mwangiwaituru 👏👏👏

It is a good day to #PassTheSpark of hope to each other. @VSO_Intl

@mwangiwaituru It's great seeing so many passionate volunteers of past and present get involved with the #PassTheSpark campaign! 💜

My hope for lasting change is you #PassTheSpark with @VSO_Intl

@Catherin_Mwangi Thank you for always being a champion of the volunteer movement, Catherine! #PassTheSpark 💜

My spark for lasting change is ensuring that #Nooneisleftbehind by working with volunteers to connect communities, waste pickers, out of school adolescent girls and vulnerable young people with their dreams. #passthespark

@manarnoldi And you're 100% correct! Have a fantastic International Volunteer Day, Arnold. 💜 #PassTheSpark

My spark for lasting change is the belief that everyone deserves dignity, opportunity, and a voice. #PassTheSpark

@NdIsaboke Thank you so much for sharing! We hope that you have a fantastic International Volunteer Day. 💜 #PassTheSpark

@muendeto @vso Here's to youth power! 👏 Wishing you a wonderful International Volunteer Day, Mue. #PassTheSpark

My spark for lasting change is "Youth to volunteer to Lead Change in social, economic and Political spheres" #PassTheSpark  @VSO