Progressio – People Powered Development
We send development workers and young adult
volunteers to work alongside grassroots organisations
in developing countries.
We also support poor people in their calls for policy
change – addressing the barriers that are keeping them
poor
What is International Citizen Service?
ICS is a UK government funded
development programme that brings
together young people to make a
difference in some of the poorest
communities around the world
Objectives of ICS
To engage volunteers as active
global citizens on their return
Personal development: To
develop volunteers’ skills
and confidence
To have a positive
development impact on
communities around the
world.
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10 weeks volunteering overseas
For 18 – 25 year olds
No previous experience needed, just commitment
Team based
Volunteer with local community organisation
Work alongside local volunteers
Online application and assessment day in London
Departures throughout the year
Action at Home
Why did I apply?
The challenges
Find out more and apply
www.progressio.org.uk/ics
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