Can you imagine a world where volunteering is not just an option, but an

integral part of education? Mandatory volunteering in schools, colleges, and

institutions for students is a topic that has generated various debates. Some
advocate the idea that this practice instills values of responsibility and
community service from an early age, providing students with valuable
experiences outside the classroom. However, the obligation can detract from
the authenticity of the admiring and philanthropic act of volunteering since the
essence of it lies in the genuine desire to contribute.
First, volunteering should bring you joy because it lost its authenticity. Even if
not many people are inclined to volunteer, the impact can be significant if just
one person is genuinely enthusiastic about it. Engaging in volunteer work
should evoke various emotions, including a sense of freedom and happiness.
The key is that volunteering should make you feel good; both for your own well-
being and for the positive impact you have on others.
Certainly! While it's a fact that some individuals uncover advantages, acquire
valuable lessons, and experience through volunteering, this experience isn't
universal. Forcing someone into volunteer activities may result in adverse
consequences and outcomes. True engagement in volunteering must emanate
from an individual's inspired motivation. It's an endeavor that should be
undertaken willingly and authentically, driven by personal values and a genuine
desire to contribute.
Finally, many students have extracurricular activities that prevent them from
volunteering, such as outstanding athletes, academic seminars, academic
reinforcements, going to the academy, work, support at home, etc. For this
reason, time is a factor that works against mandatory volunteering.
In conclusion, I don’t agree with mandatory volunteering since it would not be
considered volunteering if it does not come from oneself, and it would also lose
its authenticity when it is forced and would affect students who have necessary
extracurricular activities after school. We must find a way so that volunteering
does not affect students and inspires them to do it.