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Twelve-year-old Li Chao has been a volunteer in Feishui Town Child Friendly Space since October 2008.    

©UNICEF/China/2009/Zhao Jia Li Chao helps take out chairs for a group activity organiazed by a UNICEF-supported  Child Friendly Space.

"We help the teachers to take care of younger kids, tell them not to litter, and keep toys and books in the right place. When there are outdoor activities we help take out the chairs and toys," the sixth-grader said.

Li Chao and another five child volunteers in Feishui Town think it is a "great thing and an honourable job."

One year after the earthquake, many young people continue to offer their time as volunteers in the worst affected areas to help the recovery of children and their families. Their selfless contribution is inspiring children like Li Chao to do their bit.

"Many volunteers come all the way to help us and I want to help other people too," he said.

"Right after the earthquake, we didn't enjoy playing games or reading. We were mostly in bad moods," 11-year-old girl Li Xiaofeng said. "Two months after I came to this Child Friendly Space, I felt much better. Now I am a volunteer, and I feel happy that I can help the little kids."

By Xu Xin