# PTE SWT #20: International Humanitarian Service...

Summarize Written Text #20 - Level 2 - Feeds Writing + Reading

> Read the passage below and summarize it using one sentence. Type your response in the box at the bottom of the screen. You have 10 minutes to finish this task. Your response will be judged on the quality of your answer.

If you are inspired to take concrete action for global peace and development, take a look at the United Nations Volunteers (UNV) program. Every year, up to 8,000 qualified and experienced women and men of some 160 different nationalities volunteer at least six months of their lives to help others. These UN Volunteers work in some 130 countries promoting peace, responding to disasters, empowering communities and helping to build sustainable livelihoods and lasting development. UN Volunteers come from dozens of professional backgrounds but all of them are catalysts of positive change. They are encouraged to be creative and entrepreneurial, and foster volunteerism for peace and development both within and beyond their assignments. They work at the heart of communities in partnership with governments, United Nations entities and civil society. Being a UN Volunteer is not a career (you are currently limited to four years of service), but it is rich with opportunities and experience and offers huge personal rewards. As a UN Volunteer you receive a Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA) which covers basic needs, housing and utilities. Additionally, UNV will provide a settling-in-grant, life, health, and permanent disability insurance, return airfares and a nominal resettlement allowance.

## Answer

The United Nations Volunteers (UNV) program engages up to 8,000 people annually from 160 nations to serve in 130 countries for at least six months, promoting peace, disaster response, and sustainable development while offering allowances, insurance, and travel support, though limited to four years of service.

## Explanation

A successful response effectively synthesizes the core mission of the organization, the professional nature of the roles, and the logistical support provided to participants. It maintains a formal tone and logical flow.

## Hints

- Identify the primary purpose of the organization mentioned in the text.
- Note the distinction between a career path and a temporary service opportunity.
- Summarize the support mechanisms provided to ensure volunteers can focus on their humanitarian goals.

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