Volunteer Application
Join International Youth Change Maker’s volunteer network. Read who can apply, what we expect and the rules every volunteer agrees to, then complete the application at the bottom of this page.
Why volunteer with IYCM
Since 2012, young volunteers have been at the heart of everything IYCM does, from classroom sessions to national campaigns.
Lead real projects
Run campaigns on child rights, climate justice, mental health and the SDGs in your own school, campus or district.
Build your skills
Learn leadership, public speaking, event planning and digital campaigning by doing them with our team.
Earn recognition
Active volunteers receive an IYCM certificate that anyone can check on our Certificate Verification page.
Join a network
Work alongside more than 20,000 young change makers across Bangladesh and around the world.
Is volunteering right for you?
Check that you meet the requirements and can make the commitment below.
Who can apply
- Young people aged 15 or over; applicants under 18 need permission from a parent or guardian
- Students, recent graduates and young professionals, in Bangladesh or abroad
- Believe in equality, child rights and non-violence, and want to act on them
- Can give a few hours each month to IYCM activities
- Have a mobile number and WhatsApp so your coordinator can reach you
What we expect from you
- Join an orientation session before your first activity
- Give at least 2–4 hours a month to agreed activities
- Take part in at least one IYCM campaign or event each quarter
- Share a short report and photos with your coordinator after each activity
- Represent IYCM honestly and respectfully, online and offline
From application to action
Apply online
Complete the application form below with accurate details and a clear photo.
Application review
Our team reviews your application and may contact you by phone or WhatsApp.
Orientation
Selected volunteers join an orientation on IYCM’s work, values and these rules.
Start volunteering
You are matched with a team and a campaign in your district and get started.
Rules, regulations, terms and conditions
Every IYCM volunteer agrees to the following. Please read them carefully before you apply.
1. Code of conduct
Every IYCM volunteer agrees to:
- Treat everyone with respect, whatever their age, gender, religion, ethnicity, disability or background.
- Be honest, punctual and reliable, and tell your coordinator early if you cannot attend an activity.
- Never harass, bully, threaten or discriminate against anyone, in person or online.
- Never use or be under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs during IYCM activities.
- Never accept gifts, money or favours from participants, beneficiaries or partners in return for IYCM work.
2. Child safeguarding
Much of our work involves children and adolescents. To keep them safe, volunteers must:
- Never be alone with a child out of sight of other adults or volunteers.
- Never contact a child privately by phone or social media outside an IYCM activity.
- Never photograph or film a child without permission from IYCM and the child’s parent, guardian or school.
- Report any concern about a child’s safety or wellbeing to your coordinator or IYCM straight away.
Any breach of these rules may lead to immediate removal from IYCM and, where required, a report to the authorities.
3. Rules and regulations
- Volunteers work under the guidance of an IYCM coordinator and follow the plan agreed for each activity.
- Activities in schools, colleges or communities need approval from IYCM and the host institution beforehand.
- Volunteers may not collect money, donations or fees in IYCM’s name without written permission.
- Volunteers may not use IYCM activities for any political party, election campaign or religious preaching.
- Wear the IYCM T-shirt or ID where it has been provided for an activity.
- Keep IYCM materials, equipment and documents safe and return them when asked.
4. Use of IYCM's name, logo and social media
- Use IYCM’s name and logo only for approved IYCM activities, and never change the logo.
- Do not speak to the media or make official statements on IYCM’s behalf without permission.
- Do not create pages, groups or accounts that claim to represent IYCM without approval.
- When posting about IYCM activities, be accurate and respectful and follow the safeguarding rules above.
5. Personal data, photos and blood-donation information
- IYCM uses the information in your application to assess it, contact you and manage your volunteering. We do not sell your personal data.
- The photo you upload may be published on IYCM’s website and social media if you are selected, as the form explains.
- The application asks whether you would donate blood and whether your contact details may be shared publicly during a national disaster or blood emergency. Your details are only shared in that way if you answer Yes.
- You can ask IYCM to correct or delete your information at any time through our Contact Us page.
6. Volunteer status and expenses
- Volunteering with IYCM is unpaid and is not employment. Volunteers receive no salary, allowance or other financial benefit.
- Any expense must be approved by IYCM in writing before it is spent; unapproved expenses cannot be reimbursed.
- Volunteers take part at their own risk and should follow all safety instructions given during activities.
7. Certificates and recognition
- Certificates are issued to volunteers who complete their agreed activities and reports.
- Every certificate has a unique number that can be checked on IYCM’s Certificate Verification page.
- Certificates that are copied, changed or forged will be cancelled.
8. Suspension and termination
- IYCM may suspend or end a volunteer’s involvement at any time if these rules are broken or IYCM’s reputation is put at risk.
- Volunteers can leave at any time by telling their coordinator, and should hand over any IYCM materials and ongoing work.
- When volunteering ends, you must stop using IYCM’s name, logo and volunteer titles.
9. Agreement and changes to these terms
- By submitting the application form you confirm that the information you give is true and that you have read and agree to these rules, regulations, terms and conditions.
- IYCM may update these terms. The latest version is always published on this page.
Apply to volunteer
Fill in every required field, answer the questions in your own words and upload a clear photo of yourself. By submitting this form you confirm that your information is true and that you have read and agree to the rules, regulations, terms and conditions above.
Questions before you apply?
Our team is happy to help with anything about volunteering or the application.