Volunteer service makes a difference in Shandong

To get more to participate in grassroots governance and promote community engagement, Dudian Subdistrict in the Binzhou Economic and Technological Development Zone – in Binzhou city in East China's Shandong province – recently launched the "I Love Dudian" volunteer service team.

Volunteers who participate in service activities earn points that are exchanged for gifts at what they call a "Love Bank".

The initiative allows folks to accumulate points through their active involvement in various volunteer service activities.

These can then be used to redeem a variety of gifts at the Love Bank, which serves as a reward and recognition for their dedication.

Locals in Dudian Subdistrict join in volunteer work. [Photo by Gao Fengjiao for chinadaily.com.cn]

The establishment of the I Love Dudian volunteer service team is reportedly boosting positive change in the community. By getting involved, residents are not only contributing to the betterment of their neighborhood but are also finding a sense of fulfillment and purpose.

The Dudian Subdistrict Party working committee says it hopes the efforts will bolster community spirits. (Edited by Jin Yongxue)