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A volunteer in the Xingxinxiangyin project plays basketball with a boy with autism. From Dec 1 to 3, Wan joined thousands of students from across the country at the seventh China Youth Volunteer Service Project Competition and Volunteer Service Exchange Meeting in Shantou, Guangdong province. Wan's voluntary project, named "Xingxinxiangyin", which provides rehabilitation services for children with autism, was selected …

Children Work Team Project Young People Rural Revitalization Guangdong

6 days, 14 hours ago

‘A necessary evil’: The captive dogs whose blood saves lives

LA Times

Inside a subzero freezer at a Northern California pet hospital sit rows of carefully labeled bags of fresh frozen plasma. “I don’t want to see captive dogs,” said Ken Pawlowski, clinical director of one of three community blood banks in the state licensed to sell blood products. Kramer said donor dogs receive care “as good or better than any pet …

Animal Dogs Inspection Blood California State This Year

1 week ago

Riding subway cars of 1930s New York, and dressing the part

Raw Story

Nearly a century after the New York subway introduced its iconic "R1-9" fleet, the agency is putting some of the railcars back into service -- and city residents are jumping on board. The Metropolitan Transport Authority, which operates the Big Apple's sprawling -- and sometimes detested -- subway system, is reintroducing R1-9s onto the tracks for a limited time, complete …

New York

1 week, 3 days ago

'Abhishek Agarwal stood by The Kashmir Files when the world rejected it,' says Vivek Agnihotri

Firstpost

The Kashmir Files, which garnered widespread acclaim and sparked important discussions, owed much of its success to the resilience and conviction of its creators In a heartfelt Instagram post, filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri expressed his profound gratitude towards producer Abhishek Agarwal for his unwavering support during the making of The Kashmir Files. “When the world rejected #TheKashmirFiles, one man stood by …

Hindu Vivek Agnihotri Kashmir Files

1 week, 4 days ago

Fact Check: Video Of Bangladesh Volunteer Helping Homeless Man Goes Viral As ‘Forced Conversion Of Sadhu’

ABP News

A video going viral on social media claims to show a group of men approaching a homeless man. Fact: The viral video does not show a Hindu sadhu being compelled to convert to Islam in Bangladesh. According to the channel’s description, the content creator runs a voluntary organisation focused on helping homeless and neglected people living on the streets. He …

Video Bangladesh Islam Hindu Youtube Sadhu Compelled

1 week, 4 days ago

Water diversion efforts hydrate parched north

China Daily

Volunteers take samples from the Danjiangkou Reservoir in Hubei province to assess water quality in August 2022. Li's responsibilities include patrolling the reservoir, collecting garbage from the water and along the shore, and promoting public awareness about water conservation. "We remove underwater fishing cages because fishing pollutes the water and harms the environment," she explained, standing on the boat where …

Volunteer Water Volunteers Jin Reservoir

2 weeks, 3 days ago

Volunteer 'Pals' bridge cultures and share Hong Kong's hidden stories

China Daily

A view of the Victoria Harbor in Hong Kong. A volunteer in the Hong Kong Pals, a program organized by the Hong Kong Tourism Board, Kwok takes joy in sharing his city's hidden gems with visitors. "Over the past 14 years, our volunteers have contributed nearly 70,000 hours of service," says Bakky Cheng, director of visitor services at the Hong …

Tourism Volunteer Hong Kong City Kong Hong Lee

2 weeks, 4 days ago

International volunteer day 2024: Celebrating the power of giving back

India Today

Every year, on December 5th, the world comes together to celebrate the selfless efforts of individuals who dedicate their time and energy to helping others. A FOCUS ON INCLUSION AND SUSTAINABILITY This year, the theme for International Volunteer Day 2024 focusses on ‘Volunteer Now for Our Future’, highlighting the role of volunteers in addressing global challenges, including climate change, poverty, …

World Individuals This Day Opportunities Programs Organisations Volunteering

2 weeks, 4 days ago

How does a holiday tradition shine for 104 years? Meet Altadena’s village of volunteers

LA Times

• Christmas Tree Lane in Altadena is a neighborhood holiday lights extravaganza that’s taken place nearly every year since 1920. Scott Wardlaw, 76, president of the Altadena Christmas Tree Lane Assn., pulls on a string of lights while hanging lights on the massive deodar cedars on Santa Rosa Avenue. Two years later, the trees were planted along the long driveway …

Tradition Community Holiday Community Service Volunteer Christmas Volunteers

2 weeks, 5 days ago

Hong Kong eyes golden opportunities for retirees

China Daily

Members of Project GrandMove, a program that trains retirees to become exercise instructors for the elderly led by the University of Hong Kong, pose on March 9 after a training session. Pushing a trolley stacked with paint cans, brushes, and a new handrail, she is on her way to do volunteer repair work for elderly residents living in public housing …

Volunteer Elderly Volunteer Work Hong Kong Volunteers Work Kong

2 weeks, 5 days ago

Hong Kong eyes golden opportunities for retirees

China Daily

Members of Project GrandMove, a program that trains retirees to become exercise instructors for the elderly led by the University of Hong Kong, pose on March 9 after a training session. Pushing a trolley stacked with paint cans, brushes, and a new handrail, she is on her way to do volunteer repair work for elderly residents living in public housing …

Volunteer Elderly Volunteer Work Hong Kong Volunteers Work Kong

2 weeks, 5 days ago

Hong Kong eyes golden opportunities for retirees

China Daily

Members of Project GrandMove, a program that trains retirees to become exercise instructors for the elderly led by the University of Hong Kong, pose on March 9 after a training session. Pushing a trolley stacked with paint cans, brushes, and a new handrail, she is on her way to do volunteer repair work for elderly residents living in public housing …

Volunteer Elderly Volunteer Work Hong Kong Volunteers Work Kong

2 weeks, 5 days ago

Hong Kong eyes golden opportunities for retirees

China Daily

Members of Project GrandMove, a program that trains retirees to become exercise instructors for the elderly led by the University of Hong Kong, pose on March 9 after a training session. Pushing a trolley stacked with paint cans, brushes, and a new handrail, she is on her way to do volunteer repair work for elderly residents living in public housing …

Volunteer Work Hong Kong Work Kong Hong Repair Chan

2 weeks, 5 days ago

Hong Kong eyes golden opportunities for retirees

China Daily

Terry Lum, a professor at University of Hong Kong's Department of Social Work and Social Administration, gives a speech at a peer supporter graduation ceremony. "Traditionally, the less-educated elderly, who used to be blue-collar workers, could only take on easy-to-learn volunteer work that required minimal training," Lum said. Another program led by Lum — JC JoyAge: Jockey Club Holistic Support …

Support Volunteer Elderly Volunteer Work Hong Kong Work Peer

2 weeks, 5 days ago

Hong Kong eyes golden opportunities for retirees

China Daily

Philip Wai Bo-wah, co-founder of Repairsgivers, visits a household in Hong Kong with two other silver volunteers. Sharing skills With an increasing number of well-educated seniors retiring, Lam also suggested greater utilization of retirees' skills in the workforce. Terry Lum, a professor at the Department of Social Work and Social Administration, University of Hong Kong, said the United States government …

Volunteer Hong Kong Kong Hong Retirees Lum

2 weeks, 5 days ago

Hong Kong eyes golden opportunities for retirees

China Daily

Members of Project GrandMove, a program that trains retirees to become exercise instructors for the elderly led by the University of Hong Kong, pose on March 9 after a training session. Pushing a trolley stacked with paint cans, brushes, and a new handrail, she is on her way to do volunteer repair work for elderly residents living in public housing …

Volunteer Work Hong Kong Work Kong Hong Repair Chan

2 weeks, 5 days ago

Hong Kong eyes golden opportunities for retirees

China Daily

Terry Lum, a professor at University of Hong Kong's Department of Social Work and Social Administration, gives a speech at a peer supporter graduation ceremony. "Traditionally, the less-educated elderly, who used to be blue-collar workers, could only take on easy-to-learn volunteer work that required minimal training," Lum said. Another program led by Lum — JC JoyAge: Jockey Club Holistic Support …

Support Volunteer Elderly Volunteer Work Hong Kong Work Peer

2 weeks, 5 days ago

Hong Kong eyes golden opportunities for retirees

China Daily

Members of Project GrandMove, a program that trains retirees to become exercise instructors for the elderly led by the University of Hong Kong, pose on March 9 after a training session. Pushing a trolley stacked with paint cans, brushes, and a new handrail, she is on her way to do volunteer repair work for elderly residents living in public housing …

Volunteer Work Hong Kong Work Kong Hong Repair Chan

3 weeks, 1 day ago

Turkey frying mishap on Thanksgiving Day led to massive mansion fire in Connecticut

Live Mint

A fire broke out at a mansion on Weston Road, Connecticut, on Thanksgiving Day, following a turkey frying incident in the garage. The Weston Volunteer Fire Department was dispatched to the residence at 3:42 p.m. after an automatic fire alarm was triggered, but as firefighters en route, 911 calls reported a garage fire. Mutual aid was provided by several nearby …

Turkey Department Weston

3 weeks, 3 days ago

Jakarta TNR effort aims to help stray cats like lively Hitam and feisty Aing Maung

Associated Press

JAKARTA, Indonesia — Hitam, a lively black-and-white stray cat has been spayed and returned to the loving arms of Alvin, a parking attendant in a bustling street in Indonesia’s capital. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print Let’s Adopt Indonesia volunteer Vanya Afreenzha uses a net to catch a stray cat during a “Trap, …

Veterinarians Cats Indonesia 2024 Share Stray Cats Cat

3 weeks, 3 days ago

Solace in strangers

China Daily

Support network To help the elderly fully tap into these resources, volunteers, particularly health workers, play a crucial role in bridging the gap between the public healthcare system and the community, says Lee. In her view, volunteers are just part of the comprehensive support network for elderly people living alone, and the government should enhance community care services as demand …

Community Volunteer Elderly Volunteers Lee Help Seniors

3 weeks, 4 days ago

Column: Volunteering where the views are heavenly, the cause is critical, and the sea lions are barking

LA Times

Tourists come to the seaside village of Carmel, Calif., for the quaint restaurants and lodging but they stay to see the Lone Cypress. Lobos State Natural Reserve are cultivating ‘the next generation of conservationists.’ • ‘The first thing you want to do is have fun… and if they can be impressed with the natural beauty, that encourages them to want …

Volunteer California State Sea Jan Point Sea Lions

3 weeks, 5 days ago

Pilot who rescued hundreds of animals from disaster areas dies in plane crash

The Independent

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy When Seuk Kim took …

Rescue Memorial Dogs New York Crash Dog Plane

3 weeks, 5 days ago

An animal-rescue pilot died in a crash. 2 dogs aboard are recovering

Associated Press

NEW YORK — When Seuk Kim took off from Maryland last weekend with three small dogs aboard his plane, it was the latest of many volunteer flights he had made to rescue animals in need. He eventually made that wish come true, and Galley said Kim recently told friends that he had landed a job with a charter flight company. …

Rescue Animal Dogs New York Dog Plane Kim

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A better society through voluntary work

‘A necessary evil’: The captive dogs whose blood saves lives

Riding subway cars of 1930s New York, and dressing the part

'Abhishek Agarwal stood by The Kashmir Files when the world rejected it,' says Vivek Agnihotri

Fact Check: Video Of Bangladesh Volunteer Helping Homeless Man Goes Viral As ‘Forced Conversion Of Sadhu’

Water diversion efforts hydrate parched north

Volunteer 'Pals' bridge cultures and share Hong Kong's hidden stories

International volunteer day 2024: Celebrating the power of giving back

How does a holiday tradition shine for 104 years? Meet Altadena’s village of volunteers

Hong Kong eyes golden opportunities for retirees

Hong Kong eyes golden opportunities for retirees

Hong Kong eyes golden opportunities for retirees

Hong Kong eyes golden opportunities for retirees

Hong Kong eyes golden opportunities for retirees

Hong Kong eyes golden opportunities for retirees

Hong Kong eyes golden opportunities for retirees

Hong Kong eyes golden opportunities for retirees

Hong Kong eyes golden opportunities for retirees

Turkey frying mishap on Thanksgiving Day led to massive mansion fire in Connecticut

Jakarta TNR effort aims to help stray cats like lively Hitam and feisty Aing Maung

Solace in strangers

Column: Volunteering where the views are heavenly, the cause is critical, and the sea lions are barking

Pilot who rescued hundreds of animals from disaster areas dies in plane crash

An animal-rescue pilot died in a crash. 2 dogs aboard are recovering