A Complete Guide of Volunteerism
- 2. Volunteering is a voluntary act of an individual or group freely giving time and labour for community service. Volunteerism
- 3. Many volunteers are specifically trained in the areas they work, such as medicine, education, or emergency rescue.
- 4. Volunteering has been traced back to Britain in medieval times where there was an urge to aid the poor and sick. In the 19th century, organized forms of volunteering start to pick up steam, such as the YMCA, which began in 1844 in London. History of Volunteerism
- 5. Principles of Volunteerism Volunteers should be treated with respect and dignity. Everyone should have an equal opportunity to volunteer. Volunteering should respect the rights, dignity and culture of others. Everyone should have a positive experience of volunteering.
- 8. Volunteerism is a basic expression of human relationships. It is about people's need to participate in their societies and to feel that they matter to others. We strongly believe that the social relationships intrinsic to volunteer work are critical to individual and community well-being. Volunteerism & it's importance
- 9. • Decide which causes you care about. • Identify the skills and knowledge you can offer. • Create a volunteer resume. • Determine how often you can volunteer. • Research volunteer opportunities in your community. • Consider using a volunteer site. • Get all the relevant details for the volunteer position. Being a volunteer
- 12. Presented by : Upasana Singh