Recognizing the important role of volunteerism in nation-building, the Philippine Government has designated the month of December as the National Volunteer Month (NVM). NVM aims to build nationwide public awareness and appreciation of volunteerism, create the environment for voluntary action and recognize volunteers as partners in development. Through NVM, all sectors of society are enjoined to participate and promote their causes and agenda that support volunteerism. Since its declaration in 1998, NVM caps the year-long activities of the volunteer community in the country as a fitting recognition to their selfless dedication and commitment to serve people and communities in need.
The focal point for the NVM celebration is the Philippine National Volunteer Service Coordinating Agency (PNVSCA). PNVSCA is assisted by a National Volunteer Month Steering Committee (NVM-SC) composed of representatives from the government and the private sector in planning and organizing the event. The theme of NVM 2016 is “Volunteer for Sustainable and Inclusive Development: Isulong, ibahagi, I-ugnay, Isagawa!” in support of the Philippine Commitment to the global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the government’s agenda of poverty alleviation and good governance. # Source – www.dilg.gov.ph
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