About us

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The International Organization of Volunteers

The International Organization of Volunteers (IOV) It is a non-profit organization born from the commitment and initiative of young leaders who believe in the power of volunteering as a tool for social transformation. Since early 2018, we have been working to empower the talent, solidarity, and capacity for action of young people around the world, promoting a more equitable, diverse, and sustainable society.

Over the years, we have had the participation of more than 200 volunteers in more than 20 countries, who have contributed to the development of environmental, social and administrative projects with local and global impact.

Through our volunteer programs, we provide people with the opportunity to gain experience, strengthen skills, and make a real impact, according to their availability and interests. We also work in partnership with companies and organizations in Latin America and Europe, connecting talent with projects that generate social and environmental value.

We promote responsible volunteering as an engine of economic, social and environmental development, fostering respect for nature, inclusion and the building of more prosperous and collaborative communities globally.

Our main pillars

Economic development

For IOV, it is essential to work with vulnerable and resource-scarce communities, using tourism to raise awareness and educate young people about the different ways of life and realities that affect us all as a society.

In the same way, the objective is to contribute to the development of different populations, companies and foundations hand in hand with the entities in charge of promoting economic growth and, in turn, encourage prosperity through the development of self-initiated projects that manage to activate immediately, or over time, the economic activities of these populations.

Diversity and Inclusion

One of IOV's main objectives is to promote sociocultural integration, as well as to combat any type of discrimination based on diversity or vulnerability. This includes ethnic, gender, linguistic, religious, or economic reasons.

Furthermore, IOV's principles include recognizing difference as a fundamental value for the development of any type of community or economic sector. For the organization, recognizing and identifying the characteristics or particularities of all human beings guarantees products and services that meet the needs of a 21st-century society.

Environment

For IOV, it is fundamental to connect young people with nature and to ensure that their immersion in it is done appropriately in order to promote the protection, preservation, recovery and respect of natural resources.

To achieve this objective, we intend to involve environmentally conscious people, committed to the preservation of flora and fauna, who have the conviction of not generating large amounts of pollutants, and have good practices that demonstrate their love for nature.
In addition, we seek the support of public entities, companies and/or competent foundations in the area of tourism and the environment that contribute to this objective.

Our team

DEPARTMENT OF
COMMUNICATIONS

The Communications Department's objective is to define and promote IOV's visual identity and values through various social media platforms, the website, and audiovisual content. This department relies on professional volunteers in fields such as design, advertising, and journalism, among others.

DEPARTMENT OF
HUMAN RESOURCES

The objective of the Human Resources Area is to support the activities of selection, recruitment, formalization and follow-up of volunteers. Also, to lead the logistics of the meetings and management reports of the Leaders Committee. In this area we have professional volunteers in business administration.

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC RELATIONS

The Public Relations Department aims to strengthen the organization's image and reputation, and to establish and maintain strategic relationships with allies, governments, donors, foundations, and businesses. It seeks to make the foundation's projects increasingly larger, more efficient, and more sustainable, as well as to find incentives for IOV volunteers. This department includes professional volunteers in fields such as Communication, International Relations, and Political Science, among others.

DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL PROJECTS

The objective of the Area is to work together to formulate, develop and manage projects that allow economic development and social inclusion. In this area we have professional volunteers in Politics, International Relations, Theater, Singing, among others.

DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROJECTS

The objective of this area is to work together to formulate, develop and manage environmental and conservation projects to combat climate change. In this area we have professional volunteers in Politics, International Relations, Biology, Environmental Engineering, among others.

COMPLIANCE OFFICER

The objective of our foundation's Compliance Officer is to ensure compliance with legal and ethical regulations, as well as the organization's internal policies. His or her job is to identify and manage risks, promote a culture of integrity and transparency, and ensure compliance with ethical standards and principles in all of the foundation's activities. We have a volunteer lawyer with a master's degree in the field.

DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY

The objective is to provide psychological support to young people in case of psychological emergencies or need for advice. Likewise, work is carried out transversally in the organization's social and environmental projects to promote good mental health habits. In this area there are professional volunteers in Psychology.

DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

The main objective of the Information Technology Area is to manage the databases, design and manage the functionality of the website, as well as guarantee the digital security of the organization. In this area there are professional volunteers in systems engineering, programmers, among others.

Mission & Vision

Mission

Promote collaboration among youth, businesses, organizations, government institutions and travelers through volunteerism and the potential of new generations as a tool for economic development, social inclusion and environmental sustainability.

Vision

To lead a network of individuals and organizations working together to build a prosperous, diverse and sustainable society in which young people are protagonists in generating positive change for their lives and the lives of others.

Our Policies

Board of Directors

Carlos Andrés Montoya Acosta

President

Professional in Politics and International Relations

Ana María Garzón

Secretary General

Professional in Business Management

María Paula Infante Guzmán

Vice president

Professional in Politics and International Relations

Juan Sebastián Moreno Muskus

Public Relations Director

Professional in Iternational Business Management

About us

About us

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The International Organization of Volunteers