We aren't able to list all the organizations and resources available to you in the Volunteer Engagement field. A good search on Google should give you a wide range. Here we are suggesting some key resources that are great places to start.
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Associations
AL!VE: Association for Leaders in Volunteer Engagement
Based in the US, most AL!VE members are from the United States but they encourage international participation.
Search the AL!VE website to find your local organization in the US.
International Association for Volunteer Effort (IAVE)
International membership organization with the mission to promote, celebrate, and strengthen volunteerism worldwide
Certification
Council for Certification in Volunteer Administration
Individuals seeking to earn the CVA (Certified in Volunteer Administration) credential can enroll in this unique, international, performance-based program for individuals who lead and direct volunteer engagement in all types of organizations and settings. CCVA recognizes practitioners in the field of volunteer resources management who meet specified standards as measured through an exam and a written portfolio. This is a self-study process requiring no travel or special classes. Individuals with the equivalent of at least 3 years of experience leading and directing volunteers are eligible.
Current national professional organization for volunteer resource managers in the United States, mainly providing online information.
- All Topics — Articles, book excerpts, reports and guides. (Also, check the Ellis Archive for older resources.)
- Bookstore - Books on engaging volunteers, measuring impact, assessing risk and other subjects.
- Hot Topics (1997-2020) - Susan J. Ellis and others wrote monthly hot topics on critical issues in the field.
Directories
Certification and Credentialing Programs — Further your professional development with these certification and certificate programs in volunteer engagement.
Conferences and Events — Check out these upcoming virtual and in-person training events.
Websites to Register Volunteer Opportunities — There are a variety of websites where you can post volunteer opportunities and expand your recruitment reach.
Vendors: Volunteer Management Software