Bénévolat - AS.3 Flashcards
What’s the trend of people doing voluntary work?
increased by 14 % between 2010 and 2013
What is Les Restos Du Coeur?
Founded in 1985 by actor and comedian Coluche
Supports homeless people and low income households eg single parent families or people on low pension
In which 2 groups has there been the biggest increase in voluntary work?
15-35 year olds
the retired
What is helping day?
Founded by Othman Baccouche
Give time each month to show an act of solidarity eg bring food or drink to those in need
How much has le bénévolat direct risen by between 2010 and 2013?
31%
Why do people volunteer and what do they gain from it?
To give back to the community and make a change
Gain new skills
Meet new people
How much has le bénévolat associatif increased by between 2010 and 2013?
12%
Name 5 french charities and what they do
- Emmaus - international charity fighting against homelessness and poverty
- SOS Amité - Emotional help and suicide prevention helpline in france
- Secours populair français - fights poverty and discrimination in public life eg child abuse
- Afrique verte - ensures food security and sustainable development in Sahel region of africa
- Bibliothèques sans frontières - provides educational resources in libraries mostly in the developing world
How many people are homeless / without adequate housing in france?
3.5 million
How many french people are members of a charity?
29 million (45%)
How many volunteers are there in France?
16 million
How many charities are there in france?
1.3 million
What do charities need in order to survive?
Volunteers
