International Volunteer Managers Day (IVMDay) is being celebrated on Wednesday 5 November 2025, a day that honours the professionals and community leaders who facilitate volunteering globally. It serves as both recognition of the boldness volunteer managers already embody, and an invitation for organisations and communities to take action in support of them.

This year’s theme is “Be BOLD. Make Change”. To mark the occasion, organisers are launching the #BeBoldMakeChangeChallenge, inviting everyone to honour and support volunteer managers by:

Celebrating: Thank the volunteer managers in your community, from nonprofits and schools to libraries and hospitals. “A card, a treat, or a heartfelt message goes a long way.”
Standing Out: Wear bold colours on Wednesday 5 November 2025 and share on social media with #IVMDay25, and why volunteer managers matter.
Stepping Up: An opportunity for Volunteer Managers to showcase their bold approaches to tackling challenges and inspire others by sharing stories online with #BeBoldMakeChange.

“Help us recognise and celebrate the bold leadership of volunteer managers who make volunteering possible!”

For further information on how to support IVMDay, including campaign resources and how to join the #BeBoldMakeChange challenge, please visit the IVMD website (linked for your convenience).