An Overview of Brazil’s Law on Voluntary Service 1998- Its Genesis and Legal Framework

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The Law on Voluntary Service in Brazil, enacted in 1998, provides a legal framework for volunteer activities. The law defines voluntary service as unpaid work by individuals for non-profit organizations or public entities, and outlines the roles and responsibilities of both volunteers and organizations. The law aims to formalize and structure volunteer relationships through volunteer agreements, promoting a more effective and organized form of volunteerism in the country.