The United Nations Volunteers (UNV) is a global program that brings together volunteers from around the world to collaborate with UN partners in advancing sustainable peace and development. With operations in 150 countries and territories, UNV deploys its volunteers to work at the grassroots level, focusing on sustainable development. UNV works across different regions, including East and Southern Africa, West and Central Africa, Arab States, Europe and the CIS, Latin America and the Caribbean, and Asia and the Pacific.

By mobilizing volunteers and providing them with opportunities to contribute, UNV promotes volunteerism as a powerful tool for positive change. UNV is headquartered in Bonn, Germany, and has offices in New York and several regional offices worldwide. Currently employing around 150 staff members, UNV has deployed 12,408 dedicated UN Volunteers in the field in 2022.

Guided by the Sustainable Development Goals, UNV aims to make a significant impact on the world through volunteerism. For those interested in joining the UNV as volunteers, there are various opportunities available, including volunteering in your country, volunteering abroad, and even volunteering online. UNV also engages with UN partner organizations and offers a comprehensive toolkit for engaging UN Volunteers.

With its commitment to volunteerism and sustainable development, UNV is making a difference in communities worldwide