MISSION

Driven by the transformative power of sports and volunteerism, we empower communities, inspire youth, and promote inclusion, personal growth, and active citizenship to build a stronger, more connected society.

Our mission is to provide a platform where youth and adults can actively engage in their communities through sports initiatives, develop their skills, network, and contribute to improving living standards. Volunteering and sports are our key instruments in fostering social cohesion, the inclusion of marginalized groups, and promoting civic engagement

VISION

Our vision is to create a society where sports and volunteering become integral parts of the culture of every community, contributing to an inclusive society where all individuals, regardless of their abilities or challenges, have equal opportunities to participate, grow, and contribute.
The goal is to build a vibrant community where sports and volunteerism drive social cohesion and sustainable development, creating an inclusive society where everyone can contribute and thrive.

MEET THE TEAM

Nada Rochevska

President

Lusija Knalijan Janeva

Legal

Angel Stamenkovski

Finance & Budgeting

Petar Shimlesha

Media & PR

Anastasija Isijanovska

Project Assistant

Marin Rochevski

Project Assistant

Our services

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The Association offers a comprehensive range of services related to organizing sports events, providing volunteers for small and large sports events, and offering training for developing volunteer and organizational skills. Through our programs, we facilitate the networking of sports organizations with volunteers, enabling young people to participate and contribute to society. Additionally, we work on the development of sports and volunteering policies in collaboration with local and national authorities.

News

Volunteerism Is the Foundation of Sport and Diaspora Systems

Author Nada Rochevska Sports Volunteer Management Expert For years, efforts to capture volunteerism have focused on scale, how many people volunteer, how many hours they contribute, and what the economic replacement value might be. What is not measured remains largely invisible in policy and decision-making processes. This reflects a broader shift, from viewing volunteerism…

Measuring What Matters: Why Volunteering Must Become Visible in Systems, Policy and Practice

Volunteering is often described through numbers: how many people volunteered, how many hours they gave, and what economic value their contribution represents. These numbers matter. They help institutions, governments, organizations and communities understand the scale of volunteering. They also help make a case for investment, recognition and support. But numbers alone do not tell the…

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The Association for Sport and Volunteering is the embodiment of the idea that volunteerism in sports can serve as a powerful tool for change in communities.