Welcome to the International Federation's volunteers section. On these pages you will find information about how you can volunteer with our 186 National Societies around the world and help us in our mission to assist the lives of the most vulnerable.

The International Federation does not recruit volunteers to work overseas, as we work through our National Societies. The International Federation instead focuses on supporting volunteering development in our member societies.

Explore this volunteer section and find out how you can become part of the world's largest humanitarian Movement. Discover how you can contribute toward making this world a better place to live in by working with us to assist in the lives of the most vulnerable in our communities.If you wish to volunteer, please contact the society in your region.

Millions of Red Cross and Red Crescent volunteers play an essential role in support of their communities throughout the world. However, although volunteers give their time freely, with no desire for gain, volunteerism is not for free. Volunteer management and development also require resources.

If you would like to find out more about the volunteering development programme of the International Federation, read our plan 2008—2009. You can also support the volunteer development programme by donating online.