Across the world millions of people are celebrating this special day. Millions of people who give up significant amounts of their own free time in order to serve others. Millions of people who have a charitable nature that makes them want to give something to society. So what are these people celebrating? The 5th December has been designated by the United Nations as International Volunteer Day in order to recognise the contribution that volunteers make.
And this recognition is richly deserved. I work alongside many volunteers on a regular basis and it is a great privilege to do so. Many of them give so much yet expect nothing in return.
The volunteers at my division of St John Ambulance are out nearly every weekend and often during the week. It's the UK so inevitably they're standing out in the cold with rain and wind hitting them from all angles, but they always cope with good grace, taking pleasure in the fact that they are there to help others. Between them they give thousands of hours each year to their local community, providing first aid, saving lives and making a difference.
So, a big thank you to all these volunteers for the fantastic job they do.
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