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Good Deeds Day
Good Deeds Day
GOOD DEEDS DAY is a global movement that encourages people to perform acts of kindness and volunteerism. It's usually celebrated on a specific day in April (date varies by year) and involves individuals, communities, and organizations coming together to do good deeds for others and the environment.
The idea is to spread positivity, kindness, and community spirit. People participate in various activities like cleaning parks, helping the elderly, supporting local charities, or doing random acts of kindness for strangers.
Overview
Overview
LAINS Volunteers is the social impact part of LAINS, focused on mobilising individuals and communities to contribute to positive social and environmental change.
Through volunteerism, partnerships, and community engagement, LAINS Volunteers supports initiatives that promote responsibility, inclusion, and sustainable development. READ MORE
Why Social Impact Matters to Us
Why Social Impact Matters to Us
At LAINS, we believe meaningful development goes beyond business success.
Strong communities, responsible leadership, and active citizenship are essential for long term progress.
Our social impact work is guided by the belief that everyone has something valuable to contribute, and that small, consistent actions can create lasting change.
Our Focus Areas
Our Focus Areas
Community Development
Community Development
We support community lgrounded initiatives that strengthen local capacity, resilience, and cooperation.
Environmental Responsibility
Environmental Responsibility
LAINS Volunteers engages in activities that promote environmental awareness, conservation, and responsible use of natural resources.
Youth & Volunteer Engagement
Youth & Volunteer Engagement
We provide platforms for youth and volunteers to gain experience, develop skills, and contribute meaningfully to society.
How We Work
How We Work
Volunteers at LAINS are involved through their outreach activities for the community, volunteer driven/grounded projects and partnerships with local organizations and institutions to raise awareness of social action initiatives and campaigns. Participation, learning and impact are the key pillars of the LAINS Volunteers approach
Volunteers at LAINS are involved through their outreach activities for the community, volunteer driven/grounded projects and partnerships with local organizations and institutions to raise awareness of social action initiatives and campaigns. Participation, learning and impact are the key pillars of the LAINS Volunteers approach
Volunteer to Opportunity Pathway
Volunteer to Opportunity Pathway
The LAINS Volunteers to opportunity pathway provides volunteers with structured volunteer opportunities to obtain practical work experience, general workplace skills and develop their professional network through working with organizations and companies.
LAINS provides volunteers with the opportunity for potential career advancement through its partnerships with host organisations based on their performance, availability and the needs of the hosting organisation. Although this does not guarantee employment, this pathway was developed to help in: improving employability and work readiness. This provides volunteers with real world experiences in organisations thus supporting the development of specific skills and professional growth. Throughout the entire experience; LAINS will provide a variety of learning options, mentorship opportunities, as well as opportunities for moral and ethical development.
Who Can Get Involved
Who Can Get Involved
LAINS Volunteers welcomes all kinds of volunteers: Individuals, youth/students, professionals & organizations. Everyone has a way to contribute, big or small every effort counts.
Get Involved
Get Involved
If you are interested in volunteering, partnering, or supporting social impact initiatives, we would love to hear from you.
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Good Deeds Day Gweru 2025
Date: April 6, 2025
Location: Gweru Civic Centre
PURPOSE OF THE EVENT
Good Deeds Day Gweru 2025 was part of a global movement celebrated in over 115 countries. The initiative aimed to promote acts of kindness and volunteerism. Whilst foster a culture of generosity, unity, and civic responsibility.
KEY ACTIVITIES
The event started with a citywide Clean-Up Campaign led by the Deputy DDC Tanyaradzwa Chimanyiwa whilst the Gweru City Health Director was also in attendance. Volunteers kicked off the clean up campaign at the Kudzanai Bus ranks which was thoroughly cleaned and went all the way up to the Gweru Civic Centre. Cleaning of public spaces was also done to promote environmental health and civic pride.
The program started around 0800hrs with Coroprate Companies, Health service providers, Government departments, Churches, Schools as well as the Zimbabwe Republic Police. A Recognition Ceremony was done where local individuals and organizations were honored for their contributions to community development. They were given a certificate, a T Shirt and an avocado tree for planting at their workstations or homes. Throughout the program sign language interpreters ensured accessibility for students from Jairos Jiri Nara, reinforcing the theme: 'Leave No One and No Place Behind.'
Environmental Advocacy: Guest of Honor emphasized the importance of clean environments and unity through action.
QUOTES FROM THE DAY
"It’s not just about picking up litter, but fostering a spirit of unity, care, and responsibility." – Tanyaradzwa Chimanyiwa Deputy DDC
"Good Deeds Day is a reminder that we have the power to create positive change." – Cllr. Aaron Mumvana
"Being good is not what we do, but who we are." – Event Closing Remarks
IMPACT HIGHLIGHTS
- Over 700 volunteers participated.
- 25+ public spaces cleaned and beautified.
- 32 organizations participated.
- 100 +Youth engagement increased through school children.
-150+ People with disabilities participated
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