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  • Mauritian community donation scene with a jar filled with Mauritian rupee banknotes and coins being handed over to support children and local development.

    Where to Donate in Mauritius: How to Donate Safely and Wisely

    Many people want to donate in Mauritius to support vulnerable communities, youth development, education, and environmental causes. However, donors today are increasingly thoughtful about where their money goes and whether their contributions truly make a difference. With hundreds of organisations operating across the island, knowing how to donate safely and wisely has become just as…

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  • NGO representative speaking into a microphone during a consultation on the National Multidimensional Poverty Index at The Docks, Mauritius

    Advancing the Conversation on Poverty: A Follow-Up Consultation on Mauritius’ Proposed National Multidimensional Poverty Index

    At a time when development discussions are becoming more nuanced and evidence-driven, the Ministry of Social Integration, Social Security and National Solidarity, in collaboration with Statistics Mauritius and the National Empowerment Foundation, convened a Follow-Up Consultation with Non-Governmental Organisations on the proposed National Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI). Held at The Docks, the session brought together…

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  • Stakeholder engagement meeting on the Integrated Waste Processing Facilities (IWPF) EIA consultation at the District Council of Flacq, Mauritius, with officials and participants seated during presentations.

    YUVA Participates in Stakeholder Engagement Workshop on Integrated Waste Processing Facilities in Flacq

    On 25 February 2026, representatives of YUVA attended a high-level stakeholder engagement workshop at the District Council of Flacq as part of the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) consultation process for the proposed Development of Two Integrated Waste Processing Facilities (IWPF) in Mauritius. The project, being implemented under a Build-Own-Operate (BOO) model (Procurement Ref: Env/Swm/Rfp/Boo/01/2022-2023), represents…

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  • A group of volunteers in matching “Volunteer” T-shirts collect litter along a woodland path, using grabbers and a large blue rubbish bag while one person plants a sapling.

    How to Volunteer in Mauritius: A Step-by-Step Guide

    There is a particular kind of tiredness that shows up when life becomes only about earning, achieving, and keeping up. For many people, the pull to volunteer in Mauritius starts right there, in that quiet discomfort. You want to matter in a way that is not measured by promotions, grades, or applause. You want your…

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  • NGO volunteers in Mauritius distributing food and school supplies to families while others clean a beach during a community service project.

    What Does an NGO Do in Mauritius?

    Mauritius is often celebrated for its natural beauty and economic progress, yet like every society, it carries complex human realities beneath the postcard view. Some families face persistent financial stress, some young people struggle with confidence, direction, or emotional well-being, and some communities need stronger access to learning support, protection, and opportunity. This is where…

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  • Representative addressing NGOs during the UNDP/GEF Sustainable Land Management and Biodiversity Conservation workshop at Caudan Arts Centre in Mauritius.

    Workshop Reflection: Strengthening Civil Society’s Role in Sustainable Land Management and Biodiversity Conservation in Mauritius

    On 18 February 2026, representatives of YUVA Mauritius participated in a consultative workshop centred on the upcoming ESA Act 2025–2029, organised under the United Nations Development Programme / Global Environment Facility initiative on Mainstreaming Sustainable Land Management and Biodiversity Conservation in Mauritius. The session brought together civil society organisations to discuss the future Environmental Stewardship…

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  • Young volunteers wearing green shirts participating in a community clean-up activity, representing the best NGOs in Mauritius focused on impact and service.

    Best NGOs in Mauritius: How to Choose the Right One

    When people search for the best NGOs in Mauritius, they are not just looking for a list of names. They are looking for reassurance. They want to know their donation will create impact. They want their volunteer hours to matter. They want partnerships that are meaningful and sustainable. Mauritius has a dynamic non-profit landscape. Organizations…

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  • Two young women collaborating at a shared table, writing and planning together in a bright learning space, representing youth empowerment, mentorship, and skills development in Mauritius.

    Education, Skills and Hope: Why YUVA Mauritius Sets the Benchmark for NGOs in Mauritius

    I meet many people who are quietly tired. Not the dramatic kind of tired. The Mauritian kind. Polite smiles, good manners, and a private question that sits behind the ribs: Will anything really change? In that fatigue, the words youth, education, and opportunity get thrown around like confetti. Everyone applauds. Then Monday arrives, and nothing…

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