The idea of the activity comes from 1985. The 40th session of the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution. Since 1986, December 5 of each year will be "International Volunteer Day for Social and Economic Development" (hereinafter referred to as "International Volunteer Day"). Its purpose is to urge governments to arouse more people to engage in social development and economic construction as volunteers through celebrations. Through its activities, Macao volunteer workers association has aroused the attention of people from all walks of life to the importance and development of voluntary work, and at the same time, it encourages more interested people to participate in and contribute to social services. The "excellent volunteer election" has been held since 1993. Over the years, more than 150 outstanding volunteers have won awards. The award has made the public recognize the service spirit of excellent volunteers and strengthen the ties between various volunteer organizations and volunteers. At the same time, through the award of "Youth" volunteer awards, young volunteers' participation is praised and their moral development and positive value are strengthened.

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