Tanzania, 2000, 500 Shilling, International Year of Volunteers

Tanzania · 2000 · 500 Sh

This stamp commemorates the International Year of Volunteers, as designated by the United Nations for 2001, though issued in late 2000. The design features the official logo for the year, which depicts two stylized figures forming a heart, symbolizing the compassion and community spirit of volunteerism. The denomination is 500 Tanzanian Shillings.

Issued in anticipation of the UN's International Year of Volunteers (IYV) in 2001, this stamp was part of a global effort to raise awareness and promote the value of volunteer work in social and economic development.