CUSO-VSO promotes sustainable development through volunteering. In spite of the obstacles facing them, people in every corner of the developing world are building better futures for their communities.
Our volunteers work side-by-side with these committed citizens to make this change happen in over 40 countries around the world.
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On March 8th, people around the world will honour International Women’s Day and recognize the struggles and achievements of women.
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Caroline & Greg Spira - Cameroon. The Spiras are in northern Cameroon volunteering with local groups assisting people in rural communities living with HIV/AIDS. They are helping people enjoy a better quality of life thanks to access to treatment and other support services. Read their blog...
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CUSO-VSO holds regular recruitment, returned volunteer alumni, and public education events.
Check our news & events page to read CUSO-VSO news and see what's coming up in your part of the world.
Thousands of Kenyans have abandoned their homes because of heavy rainfall.
11/03/2010
Plans to step up the battle against the virus have been approved.
11/03/2010
Violence in Jos has postponed polio vaccinations in the city
10/03/2010
Pupils have decided to volunteer in the African country after watching an appeal video.
10/03/2010
Thousands of Ugandans have been displaced from their homes following heavy rain.
09/03/2010
A donation from the UK means South Africa may be able to purchase millions of condoms in the run up to the football World Cup.
09/03/2010
Pakistan could face a food security problem as wheat rust threatens the country's crops.
08/03/2010
The World Bank has told India that it has to do more towards HIV and AIDS prevention.
08/03/2010
CUSO-VSO is one of North America's largest international development organizations that works through volunteers.
We gratefully acknowledge the financial support of our donors, partners and the government of Canada through the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA).
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