The event “Volunteering for Sustainable Growth: Tools, Lessons, and Recommendations” was held on December 5th from 14:00 to 16:00 at the UN House Conference Room. It celebrated International Volunteer Day, focusing on sustainable development and the theme “If Everyone Did.” The event, a collaboration between the United Nations Volunteers (UNV) program and the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), aimed to highlight volunteerism’s impact, motivate participation, and acknowledge diverse volunteer voices. It included panel discussions and sessions with various speakers, emphasizing personal development and community empowerment through volunteering. This presentation will cover key takeaways from the event, along with a set of recommendations to improve volunteering practices. This event happened under the Youth 4 Inclusion, Equality and Trust that is implemented in the Western Balkans and funded by the UN Peacebuilding Fund (UN PBF).