U.Porto celebrates volunteering, citizenship and social responsibility
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U.Porto celebrates volunteering, citizenship and social responsibility

SAPO Notícias11 September 2026 at 14:47

The University of Porto holds its first Citizenship, Volunteering and Social Responsibility Week between September 21 and 26, covering the three campuses of the academy. The event aims to promote reflection, participation and social transformation through various activities.

The initiative is promoted by ReVIReS of U.Porto, the structure responsible for coordinating these areas at the university. The event is part of the celebrations of the International Year of Volunteering for Sustainable Development, reinforcing the institution's commitment to the global sustainability agenda.

The week offers a diverse program aimed at engaging the academic community and the general public in citizenship and social responsibility issues, encouraging reflection on the role of each citizen in building a fairer and more sustainable society.

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