2025年亚太地区志愿服务重塑研究报告

2025 RegionalResearch Report © International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, Asia Pacific, 2025Any part of this publication may be cited, copied, translated into other languages or adapted to meet local needs without prior permission from the International Federation of Red Cross andRed Crescent Societies, provided that the source is clearly stated. Contact us: Requests for commercial reproduction should be directed to the IFRC Secretariat: Headquarters Address:Chemin des Crêts 17, Petit-Saconnex, 1209 Geneva, SwitzerlandPostal address:P.O. Box 303, 1211 Geneva 19, Switzerland T+41 (0) 22 730 4222|F+41 (0) 22 733 0395 |E secretariat@ifrc.org|Wifrc.org Asia Pacific Regional Office Address:IFRC Asia Pacific Regional OfficeMenara Tokio Marine Life, Level 10, 189 Jalan Tun Razak, 50400 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia T+603 9207 5700 |Esecretariat@ifrc.org|Wifrc.org FOREWORD Volunteers across the Asia Pacific – from remote islands to major cities –remain the heartbeat of our humanitarian work. They are often the first toact when disaster strikes and the last to leave when recovery begins. Theircourage, compassion, and commitment reflect the very essence of the RedCross and Red Crescent Movement. ThisAsia Pacific Volunteering Research Report offers a timely andmeaningful reflection of that spirit. Based on the voices of more than7,600 volunteers from 32 National Societies, it provides one of the clearestpictures we have ever had of what motivates, challenges, and sustains thosewho serve. Behind each insight are countless acts of humanity that may gounseen, but whose impact is immeasurable. As crises become more frequent and complex, the role of volunteers ismore vital than ever. Our capacity to respond – and to build resilient, safe,and inclusive communities – depends on volunteers who are supported,protected, and valued. Guided byStrategy 2030, we remain committedto strengthening local action, reducing vulnerabilities, and ensuring thatno one is left behind. This report helps us see where we stand today andwhere we must focus our efforts moving forward. TheHanoi Call for Actionreaffirmed our shared commitment to be moreprepared, more localized, and more united. Volunteerism lies at the centreof that promise. This research provides evidence to strengthen how werecruit and engage volunteers, how we ensure their safety and wellbeing,and how we build environments that allow them to lead with confidenceand purpose. As the world prepares to mark theInternational Volunteer Year 2026,this report serves as both recognition and a call to action. It reminds us thatvolunteerism is evolving – shaped by new generations, new expectations,and new forms of community leadership. Our responsibility is to listen,adapt, and act. I extend my sincere gratitude to the National Societies, volunteers, andcolleagues who contributed to this work. May this report inspire us tocontinue strengthening volunteerism across our region, for it is throughtheir service that our Movement finds its greatest strength. Alexander Matheou Regional Director, Asia Pacific ACKNOWLEDGMENTS The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) extends its sincereappreciation to all National Societies in the Asia Pacific region that contributed data, insights, andreflections to this research. We are especially grateful to the volunteers who participated in the surveyand focus group discussions, whose experiences and voices form the foundation of this report. This study was made possible through the funding support of the IFRC Pakistan Country Delegation,IFRC Philippines Country Delegation, IFRC Bangladesh Country Delegation, and the Japanese RedCross Society, with technical and funding support provided by the IFRC East Asia Country ClusterDelegation and the International Academy of the Red Cross hosted by the Red Cross Society of China. We gratefully acknowledge the valuable guidance, contributions, and collaboration from the followingindividuals and teams throughout the development of the Asia Pacific Volunteering Research Report: •Moh Yin Chang, Research Lead•Gabriel Pictet, IFRC Integration and Alignment Lead•Jaryll Ong Pao Sng, IFRC Asia Pacific Regional Volunteering and Branch DevelopmentCoordinator•Amitabh Sharma, IFRC Asia Pacific Membership Services Thematic Lead•Annisa Marezqa, IFRC Asia Pacific Membership Services Regional Head•Shao Liew Salimzi, IFRC Asia Pacific Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Senior Officer•Shaun Hazeldine, Head, IFRC Solferino Academy•Professor Xu Ying, Department of Sociology, Shenzhen University•Youth Volunteers of the Red Cross Society of China, for their assistance in translatingand adapting the survey instruments The IFRC also wishes to thank all colleagues and partners who provided feedback, coordination, andlogistical support throughout the research process. Their collaboration and dedication made thisregional initiative possible. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Introduction