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The value of volunteers
Volunteering is too often badly misunderstood. Too often, it is seen as a “worthy” activity undertaken by people with time on their hands. However, it really is a fundamental part of any country’s development journey and when done properly, it can be a tool for creating a fairer world for everyone.
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The deaf volunteer struggling for health equality
Around the world, people with disabilities face additional barriers to getting quality healthcare. Brown Niyonsaba is a young deaf woman volunteering to change this in her native Rwanda.
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The joy of returning to school
In Migori, Kenya, catch-up classes are helping girls who’ve dropped out of school learn and laugh again.
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Five ways volunteers are supporting students with disabilities
Children with learning difficulties and disabilities are vulnerable to being excluded from education opportunities. Hear from four Rwandan-based volunteers making sure these children aren’t left behind.