The All-China Women's Federation (ACWF) launched a nationwide campaign to provide women volunteer services and popularize scientific knowledge among women and children ahead of "Learn from Lei Feng Day," which falls on March 5 every year, in remembrance of Lei Feng, a young Chinese soldier in the 1960s, known for his selfless dedication to others. He has been an altruistic icon in China for the past five decades.

This year, the ACWF will organize 24 million women volunteers and 350,000 women volunteer teams to provide care and support for children, elderly people and women in need.

The ACWF will also promote activities of popularizing scientific knowledge among women and children, to improve their understanding and appreciation of science and culture.

At the launch ceremony, the ACWF also unveiled the winners of an eponymous short film contest and honored individuals, projects, organizations and communities for their outstanding volunteer services over the past year.

(Translated and edited by Women of China)