The graph below illustrates the number of Disaster Relief Volunteer Training Program graduates who took part in relief activities in 2013/2014. The significant number of trained volunteers who took part in these activities emphasizes the connection between training and concrete actions. Trained volunteers do not just stop at learning; they utilize the skills, knowledge and techniques gained through the program in the field, which helps to boost the overall response capacity. Trained volunteers provide essential leadership (serving as team leaders) and help with the coordination of volunteers (E.g., with the Social Welfare Council) which can maximize effectiveness of the disaster relief volunteers in providing better, higher quality assistance to beneficiaries (disaster-affected communities).