The past few years have been marked by significant global challenges, the conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle-East, the escalating impacts of the climate crisis and the COVID-19 pandemic. These events have underscored the fragility of our global community. We are all at risk but
some are much more vulnerable than others.
VSO’s purpose is to create a fair world for everyone. This means every person has an equal opportunity to realise their rights to a safe, healthy and purposeful life. Our commitment is to ensure that no-one is left behind.
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Our strategy in numbers*
11,459 people volunteered with VSO, working with communities in 36 countries.
24.8 million people were reached, including nearly 20.6 million indirectly and over 4.2 million directly.
*Numbers represent impact achieved in the first two years of VSO’s current strategic plan.
Philip GoodwinAll of us at VSO are grateful to all those individuals, institutions and companies who've worked with us over the last year. Together we’ve shown how we can work alongside the most vulnerable to change our world for the better. With your help, we can be confident about fulfilling our plans by working to create a fair world for everyone."
Former Chief Executive Officer
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Stories from our year
Breaking barriers: Transforming social norms to empower adolescent girls in Nepal
Sexual and reproductive health is not just about physical well-being; it’s about dignity, autonomy, and the right to shape one’s future. In Nepal, the pressure for young girls to conform to traditional roles remains present, but how can programme design challenge these norms?
Tackling sexual health stigma for Rwanda's young mothers
In Rwanda, 2023 saw over 22,000 teenage pregnancies nationwide, alongside a concerning rise in HIV/AIDS cases among young people. VSO's Safe Space is a community gathering platform, where young people from neighbouring villages meet on a weekly basis.
The impact of climate change on sexual and reproductive health and rights
As communities worldwide grapple with the challenges posed by environmental changes, health systems must adapt to ensure inclusivity, equity, and resilience in healthcare delivery.
Download previous years' reports:
- VSO Annual Report and Accounts 2022-23 (PDF)
- VSO Annual Report and Accounts 2021-22 (PDF)
- VSO Annual Report and Accounts 2020-21 (PDF)
- VSO Annual Report and Accounts 2019-20 (PDF)
- VSO Annual Report and Accounts 2018-19 (PDF)
- VSO Annual Report and Accounts 2017-18 (PDF)
- VSO Annual Report and Accounts 2016-17 (PDF)
- VSO Annual Report and Accounts 2015-16 (PDF)
- VSO Annual Report and Accounts 2014-15 (PDF)
- VSO Annual Report and Accounts 2013-14 (PDF)
- VSO Annual Report and Accounts 2012-13 (PDF)
- VSO Annual Report and Accounts 2011-12 (PDF)
- VSO Annual Report and Accounts 2010-11 (PDF)
- VSO Annual Report and Accounts 2010-11 (PDF)
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How we are funded
Our work would not be possible without funding and donations from agencies, trusts, private companies and the general public.
