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Young people need to be heard to the change the world. The Raleigh International blog is a platform for young people to share their voices on issues and causes they feel passionate about. Views shared on the blog do not necessarily represent the views of Raleigh International

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Why more than ever we need to get political

Active citizenship means taking action to make a positive difference for your society. In the midst of this global pandemic, Annie from the UK believes there is no better time to step up as an active citizen and take political action to encourge accountability. Here she explains why.

May 5, 2020
How volunteering with Raleigh helped me find my purpose as an employee

Volunteering helps you change lives, but it also changes you. Through Raleigh’s partnership with RB, RB employee Shalini volunteered in Tanzania to lead and support young volunteers and communities to create change on a water, sanitation and hygiene project. Now she reflects on her Raleigh experience and how it helped her find purpose as an employee.

April 29, 2020
It begins now and with you, because tomorrow is too late

Climate change will continue to be one of the world’s greatest threats if action is not taken. As the global population grows, deforestation increases and pressure on our natural resources build. What needs to be done to save the planet from climate change? We must satisfy our needs in ways which maintains the natural environment for the future.

April 20, 2020
Why I share my voice as a Community Monitor to make a difference

Subira is a volunteer from Ngerengere, Morogoro who is empowering other young people to become active citizens. As a Community Monitor on Raleigh Tanzania’s SAY project, she monitors development projects in her own community to ensure they are effective and impactful for the benefit of everyone living there.

April 17, 2020
Rallying together in challenging times

Raleigh alumni Charlie is a director of a care home in South East England. Working in this sector has come with great challenges during the global pandemic, but there have also been rays of hope as communities support their most vulnerable. Charlie shares his experience and reflects on the importance of rallying together.

April 15, 2020
The forgotten frontline: We can’t forget about social care, we need it

The COVID-19 outbreak is affecting all parts of society, but it is especially difficult for the most vulnerable in our communities. Raleigh alumni Hector, who currently works in social care, discusses the urgency of action to tackle the crisis affecting social care and the ways you can support the sector during the pandemic.

April 11, 2020
How to care for your wellbeing during COVID-19

In difficult and challenging times it’s important to look after yourself and your own wellbeing. Taking time for yourself also means you'll be in a better place to help others who may need it. Here are some starting tips to help you show yourself some love.

March 25, 2020
Fighting climate change, one tap-stand at a time

This World Water Day it is important reflect on the ways climate change has and continually puts strain on water resources. Raleigh Volunteer Communications Officer, Alex, reflects on the work Raleigh volunteers have been doing in Gorkha to support communities in improving water access and livelihoods.

March 20, 2020