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Broaden your horizons: AfID volunteer Erin Petaski featured in NQ Mag.

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to volunteer overseas? If so, you may well have imagined yourself teaching English, handing out mosquito nets or painting the walls of an orphanage. As worthwhile as this work is, would it be the best way to make the most of your skills and experience?

AfID Volunteer Judith Hartley featured in October's CIPFA magazine

Judith Hartley used her CIPFA background to volunteer in Burundi for three weeks with Action on Armed Violence (AOAV), who help people affected by armed conflicts to rebuild their lives.

What do we mean when we say we’re looking for Volunteer Accountants?

“Volunteer Accountant required for XYZ charity in ABC”. But what do we really mean by that? What are we really seeking for our charity partners?

Joint AfID, Global Fund and Ecobank project featured in press

Ecobank and the Global Fund continue their innovative financing partnership program to contribute to the fight against malaria, TB and HIV/AIDS. The program is designed to strengthen the financial management skills of program implementers in Nigeria, South Sudan and Senegal. Ecobank has pledged USD 3 million towards the scheme.

AfID Volunteer Lisa Varsani featured on CIMA website

"My placement with AfID was a great achievement for me. To be able to volunteer accounting skills was not something I had ever thought of until I came across AfID."

AfID Volunteer Malcolm Lloyd blogs from Senegal

Malcolm Lloyd is blogging from Senegal, where he is spending six weeks as part of the exciting Global Fund and Ecobank partnership fighting to combat Malaria, TB and HIV.

Read AfID Volunteer Kim Coogan's story in the CPA Australia magazine

Kim Coogan CPA uses her accounting smarts to help others, but she’s also upskilling herself, writes Troy Douglas.

Give something back and boost your CPD | A CIMA article

In today’s fast-moving world, continuous professional development (CPD) is key to expanding your skills and moving forward in your career.

AfID Volunteer David Black featured in CIPFA magazine

Retired CIPFA member David Black volunteered in Indonesia earlier this year with the IBU Foundation which was set up in response to the devastating 2006 tsunami.

AfID Volunteer, David Benaim, on Gibraltar TV!

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