The Brazilian National Volunteer Day: transforming the country through solidarity
The National Volunteer Day was established in Brazil by Law nº 7.352, on August 28, 1985, but it was regulated only in the 1990s by Law nº 9.608
The Brazilian National Volunteer Day, celebrated on August 28, was established in Brazil by Law No. 7,352, on August 28, in 1985, but was only regulated in the 1990s by Law No. 9,608.
But what does it mean to be a volunteer?
Volunteers can be defined as those who spontaneously donate their time, energy and talent without looking to whom and expecting nothing in return. That’s right, doing something for others or social causes without remuneration, only motivated by solidarity and empathy.
That’s true that volunteering is not a paid practice, but it has its benefits. For example, with volunteer work it is certainly possible to acquire valuable skills and experiences, meet new people, make new friends; exchange knowledge, generate a positive impact in your community or wherever you are carrying out your activity and much more. Also, the sense of accomplishment and satisfaction that this practice always brings is wonderful.
Are there any special criteria or requirements for volunteering?
No, volunteering is a job like any other, only without pay. To volunteer, you need to have some free time and be responsible and, most importantly, feel love, joy and satisfaction in performing the task for which you set out as a volunteer.
Where to volunteer?
Below, in this article, you will find a link that will take you to a page on the Lupa do Bem website, where there are several projects located in different territories that offer volunteer vacancies. You just neet to choose, get in touch and good luck!
And what can you do as a volunteer?
The possibilities are almost endless, but always remembering that it is very important to take into account the needs of the institution, project or group, and volunteering can be exercised in various ways, including online! Click here and find out how online volunteer work works.
By Law No. 9,608, of February 18, 1998, voluntary service does not create an employment relationship, nor an obligation of a labor, social security or similar nature.
Volunteer opportunities: choose a cause and contact us for more information. More volunteer jobs here
Discover, through the links below, some initiatives published on the profile @lupadobem that do good things through volunteering. You can help them if they are close to you or simply use the examples as an incentive to do something similar.
Samba Sem Fome, Voluntários Engajados, Caminhos do Bem Goiás, Paulinha Protetora, Eu Amo Minha Quebrada, Rio Eco Pets, Caravana da Humildade, Projeto Gentileza, Comida de Favela Pra Favela, Yoga de Rua, Atados, Recriar and others. Thank you and congratulations to all the volunteers!
