IVCO 2024: Unveiling Updates and Future Plans

IVCO 2024 in Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK

Mark your calendars! IVCO 2024 is set to take place in Newcastle Upon Tyne in the UK from September 9th to 13th, 2024. Co-hosted by Northumbria University and Comhlámh, this conference themed “Building and Sustaining Connections for Change: Volunteering for Solidarity” promises enriching discussions amidst a global landscape marked by strained relationships. Anticipate exploring how volunteers can foster connections, trust, and solidarity, contributing to positive change.

Meet IVCO 2025 Hosts

Looking ahead, we are delighted to announce that IVCO 2025 will find its home in Siem Reap, hosted by the Cooperation Committee for Cambodia. The conference will delve into the pivotal role of volunteers in peacebuilding and bolstering civil society.

Application for Hosting IVCO 2026 Extended

Furthermore, in recognition of the United Nations General Assembly’s designation of 2026 as the International Year of Volunteers for Sustainable Development, we are extending the application deadline for hosting IVCO 2026 until June 30, 2024.

If you are interested in hosting IVCO in 2026, please share a short expression of interest with James via email. Please send us a few paragraphs covering:

The reasons for your interest and any ideas you have about possible themes.
Tell us in which country or region your organisation hopes to host IVCO.

We provide a lot of advice and support to the IVCO host each year. Hosting organisations work closely with Forum’s IVCO Working Group, which includes all recent IVCO hosts, to plan and deliver the conference. Future hosts typically shadow the current IVCO hosts as they prepare for the conference.

If you think you may be interested in hosting, but you are not quite sure, or you would like more information, don’t hesitate to contact Katharine at kbrown@forum-ids.org.