volunteerism
[/ˌvɒlənˈtɪərɪzəm/]
noun
voluntariado
1. The practice of volunteering one's time or talents for charitable, educational, or other worthwhile activities, typically without pay
Volunteerism is essential to the success of many nonprofit organizations.
O voluntariado é essencial para o sucesso de muitas organizações sem fins lucrativos.
2. The principle or system of using volunteers for social or community service
The community's spirit of volunteerism helped rebuild the neighborhood after the disaster.
O espírito de voluntariado da comunidade ajudou a reconstruir o bairro após o desastre.
3. A commitment to unpaid work motivated by a desire to contribute to social good
Her passion for volunteerism led her to work at three different charities.
Sua paixão pelo voluntariado a levou a trabalhar em três instituições de caridade diferentes.
In the USA, volunteerism is deeply rooted in the culture of civic engagement and is particularly prominent around holidays and disaster relief efforts. In Brazil, voluntariado has grown significantly in urban centers, with organizations like Ação Social focusing on community development. Both cultures view volunteerism as an expression of social responsibility and community solidarity.
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