Workshops
The Essentials
A series of 4 workshops covering the basics of volunteers resources management.
Volunteer Recruitment
- Why involve volunteers?
- What motivates volunteers?
- What are some different recruitment methods?
- How to use your networks and contacts for recruitment?
- How to write and target your recruitment message?
Volunteer Selection and Screening
- What is the difference between selection and screening?
- What steps are involved in a selection process?
- What skills and tools can facilitate selection?
- What is the risk involved a volunteer position?
- How can we screen for positions of trust?
Volunteer Integration and Supervision
- How can we make volunteers feel welcome and ensure their orientation is effective?
- How can we create a "volunteer-friendly" environment?
- What is "must", "should" and "could" training?
- What functions are involved in supervising volunteers?
- What is good volunteer recognition?
Addressing Difficult Situations With Volunteers
- What are the sources and consequences of problematic behaviour?
- What tools and practices can help to prevent problems?
- What do you want to do and what should you do in problem situations?
- What can you do? Problem-solving tools and processes.
Workshops On Special Topics
These focus on specific themes that reflect current needs in volunteer management.
Mobilizing Young Volunteers
Young people are dynamic and full of ideas. This workshop will help you to perceive youth as an asset for your organization. We will suggest tools to adjust your practices to recruit and mobilize young volunteers.