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Creating a fair world for everyone

We're a community of changemakers. We've pioneered our approach to development, working hand-in-hand with local organizations, governments, and global partners.

Who we are

At VSO, we go beyond aid—our mission is to help communities become the architects of their own futures.

With the generous support of institutional donors like USAID and GAC, we're making a difference in over 20 countries. Experience the transformative impact of Volunteering for Development (VfD) with us

About us

Our impact

In 2022-23, VSO International reached...

10.9m

over 10.9 million people

Find out more in our annual report

7.4m

nearly 7.4 million indirectly

3.5m

over 3.5 million people directly

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VSO/Paul Wambugu

Partner with VSO USA

Our work is only possible with the support of our generous partners who fund our impact-driven programs.

Our work spans multiple sectors, from education and healthcare to sustainable livelihoods and resilience building.

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Dennis, national volunteer on DESIP project

Partner with VSO

Join a community of expert partners who care about the communities we serve.  

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Opportunities

Contact us to learn how you can partner with VSO to support our programs.

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About us

Learn more about our values, strategy, and past impact. Your partnership is crucial to our continued success. 

VSO News

Read the latest news from VSO USA and our international partners.

Schoolgirl with a volunteer mentor
VSO/Suraj Ratna Shakya

How social tension impacts education: Support learning for lasting peace

For many of us, education is something that we often take for granted. Providing quality education and access to education for all is a tool that has proven to build a cohesive and fairer society.

Volunteer holding seedling
VSO/Lisa Marie David

Transforming individuals, communities and societies through active citizenship

Volunteers are an incredible resource, who are making a vital contribution to the delivery of the sustainable development goals. They are also stepping up to question, to challenge, to hold decision makers to account for their actions.

Vilma in the classroom

From Kenya to Ethiopia, Bangladesh, and the Philippines, meet the volunteer igniting change across the world

Vilma Esoto is a remarkable national volunteer working hard in the Philippines, where she ensures that out-of-school youth get the relevant mentorship and leadership skills they deserve, to achieve a prosperous future.

Stand with VSO

Become a partner and work with VSO to deliver community-based solutions.

Your partnership will support our work in education, health, and livelihoods.  

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