in the service of associations

Volunteer work

Volunteer work is done apart from professional activities, usually free of charge and for a good cause. Such work can be done within an organisation (formal volunteer work) or outside (informal volunteer work). Volunteer work can continue for a long period or be performed on a specific occasion or for a specific project only. A special form of volunteer work is the honorary office. Volunteers may ask for confirmation of the work done (proof of time worked as a volunteer).