Volunteer for change

This blueprint explores how volunteering can meet the aspirations many young people share: the desire for change, the urge to make a positive impact, and the search for something that gives life greater meaning. This document includes everything you need to know about what it means to be a WeWorld volunteer and what to expect from a longterm volunteering experience.

Nonviolent Communication

NVC is a conflict management method, that creates authentic connection between people, built on listening, empathy, and the sincere expression of what each person is experiencing. This resource is inspired by a practical guide on the NVC published by the School of Higher Education for Training, Research, and Support in Agricultural Education (France). Find this guide on their website: https://escales.ensfea.fr/ressources-pour-lenseignant-e-animateur-trice/construire-les-apprentissages/communication-non-violente/

Guide to gender-sensitive writing

Le principe de ce guide est de comprendre certains principes de base de l'écriture inclusive française applicables aux documents émis par les organisations, familiariser les équipes de communication avec ceux-ci et encourager les membres d'associations à les inclure dans les communications. In French only. Cet outil a été créé par BOSA - Belgium. Plus d'informations sur leur site internet : https://bosa.belgium.be/fr

Global Code of Conduct

This example of a Global Code of Conduct summarises the institutional policies and regulations which define the Code of Conduct of Terre des Hommes. Its purpose is to provide staff with a framework within which to conduct themselves and act. Find all the information on their website: https://www.tdh.org/en/digital-library/documents/global-code-of-conduct-terre-des-hommes-helping-children-worldwide-0

5 questions to ask yourself before (getting) involved

After proposing a definition of participation, this analysis suggests five key questions to ask before embarking on a participatory process. These questions concern the reasons, the people involved, the levels, the subjects and the places of participation