Volunteer work has been promoted by many schools and even
accepted as a requirement for graduation. Unpaid work has its
downside , although it is of great value for those young participants
as well as the whole society.
It is possible for students to develop some positive qualities by
serving communities . Volunteering provides them with opportunities
to tackle many problems and challenges which are hard to see in the
school . For example , when they raise funds for chanties , it is important
for them to show patience . It is not easy to organise events and communicate
with patrons . As a resut they are able to improve their confidence and
problem-solving ability.
At the same time . young people can learn a sense of responsibility and
know how to serve for community. They know that their work can be beneficial
to society and other members of the community , so they will have a sense of
community , and they consider it necessary to help others increase knowledge,
because this can create a fair and happy society.
On the other hand , the chances are that unpaid work is sometimes not well
planned , which can lead to a waste of volunteers time and energy . Some
programs require young volunteers to work after school and at weekends.
They find it difficult to finish homework and focus on studies because of
voluntary services . Volunteers are unwilling to devote their effort to voluntary
work partly because they cannot see the value of their service.
Overal, my view is that vounteer work plays an important role in developing
young people's skills and in enhancing community cohesion, although
schools should ensure that unpaid services do not impact on the academic
performance of participants.