IF YOU VOLUNTEERED FOR VSO, IT’S TIME TO RECONNECT

Back in 1958, an intrepid group of 16 volunteers left Britain to help people in Borneo. Since then, VSO has become an international development agency, placing over 80,000 volunteers around the world. They focus on education, healthcare and resilient livelihoods as these can make the most long-lasting changes to the lives of vulnerable people.

Jo Rhodes-Jiao volunteered for VSO in 1984. After some training, Jo and a colleague travelled to the then little-known north-west region of China to teach English and to train other teachers.

Jo says “they were the best years of my life”. And, like many returned VSO volunteers, Jo has kept in touch with friends from those days.

But now, VSO is making it easier for former volunteers to get back in touch. VSO Reunions are planned, where people like Jo can share cherished memories, celebrate some amazing experiences and connect with old friends and new.

If you volunteered for VSO from 1958 to the 1990s – or you know someone who did – It’s easy to get involved. Visit vsointernational.org to register your interest and VSO will be in touch when a Reunion has been arranged.

For more information, contact VSO at enquiry@vsoint.org or call 020 8780 7500.