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Faith Based Volunteer Programs - 1 Pm Eastern
This will be beneficial for anyone who is involved in faith based volunteer programs. There will be open discussion, topics presented for discussion and time to share training information and resources. Some of the topics we will cover are: Recruiting today's volunteers, Managing today's volunteers, and Leading today's volunteers.
Your thoughts and experiences are valued. We can learn so much from each other!
2024 Dates: June 13, Aug 8, Oct 10, Dec 12
2025 Dates: Feb 13, April 10
Communities of Practice are an AL!VE member benefit; however, anyone is welcome to attend their first meeting with out being a member. After your first meeting, we request you join as a member to attend subsequent meetings. You can learn more here.
This virtual Community of Practice supports volunteer engagement professionals managing programs in and across rural communities. These monthly peer-to-peer sessions address some of the challenges that come with operating in geographic areas with lower population numbers and that are located outside of more suburban and urban areas. Members use these sessions to troubleshoot issues, to give and receive support, and to share strategies, best practices, and resources for effective volunteer program management.
2024 Meetings will be held (All times 2 PM Eastern):
January 16, February 20, March 19,
April 16, May 21, June 18,
July 16, August 20, September 17,
October 15, November 19, December 17
To register for these dates, see the link below.
COP's are an exclusive AL!VE member benefit. Anyone is welcome to attend the first COP meeting, but after the first meeting we ask you become a member. Learn more here.
Let's talk about Government volunteer programs. This community of practice discusses the challenge and successes of operating a volunteer program within a government structure.
All times 2 PM Eastern for 1 hour.
2024: Jan 18, April 18, July 18, Oct 17
Communities of Practice are an AL!VE member benefit; however, anyone is welcome to attend their first meeting with out being a member. After your first meeting, we request you join as a member to attend subsequent meetings. Learn more about membership here.
*note* When you register, you will automatically be registered for all the future COP dates (listed below) and reminders will be sent - the COP will use the same zoom link.
You may opt out by emailing manager@volunteeralive.org
NEW! Disability COP
This COP is for those leading volunteerism within the field of disability. Our conversations are aimed at prioritizing issues aimed at improving the lives and rights of those disabled. It’s at the heart of why we do what we do.
Each month, we'll host different topics and perhaps guest speakers tailoring this COP to meet our needs. Join us!
Meeting monthly – the third Thursday each month – at 2 pm EST/1 pm CST/12 pm MST/11 am PST
For 2024, JUN 20; JUL 18; AUG 15; SEP 19; OCT 17: NOV 14; DEC 19.
Starting in 2025 with JAN 16
Facilitated by Mark Heffner, CVA (He/Him)
New York - Atlantic Region
Volunteer Engagement Coordinator at ADAPT Community Network (formally United Cerebral Palsy NYC)
Mark has led volunteers for more than 20 years in the areas of cancer, diabetes, HIV/AIDS, and homelessness. prior to choosing volunteerism as his career, Mark taught Special Education for those who are disable or differently abled. In his current role, he is able to do both! His role was created to build a volunteer program with serve those with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities in an agency setting.
*note* When you register, you will automatically be registered for all the future COP dates (listed below) and reminders will be sent - the COP will use the same zoom link.
You may opt out by emailing manager@volunteeralive.org.
Communities of Practice are an AL!VE member benefit; however, anyone is welcome to attend their first meeting with out being a member. After your first meeting, we request you join as a member to attend subsequent meetings.
July 19/August 16- Spark the Heart: Engineering Empathy in the Workplace, Dr. Nicole Price
https://drnicoleprice.com/
September 20 /October 18 - Micro Activism: How You Can Make a Difference in the World Without a Bullhorn, Omkari L. Williams
https://www.omkariwilliams.
November 15 /December 20 - The Art of Holding Space: A Practice of Love, Liberation, and Leadership, Heather Plett
https://centreforholdingspace.
January 16 /February 21- The Serviceberry: Abundance and Reciprocity in the Natural World, Robin Wall Kimmerer (available for pre-order now)
Volunteer Managers Hybrid Conference (VMHC)
"Creating Influence In Your Organization: Thinking Beyond A Seat At The Table"
October 22, 2024 Pacific/Mountain time zones
What is a Hybrid Conference?
Our presenters and crew present the them in a unique and fun way. We 'live stream' direct to you with an opportunity to discuss and share locally and internationally throughout the day. This one-day conference is presented two separate days to accommodate time zones in North America. Nearly 50 remote locations in the US, Australia, and Canada participate with nearly 1000 attendees over the two-day period during past conferences.
Presentations from dynamic, knowledgeable, and engaging trainers are live streamed to your local group. A local facilitator guides group discussions in concert with the trainers. Your group provides a location with access to a high speed internet connection, a screen, a local facilitator, handouts, and lunch/snacks for your group.
Individual registrants will be hosted by representatives from AL!VE and VMPC, and small group discussions will be in similiar cohorts.
Registration will open in May 2024; to join an informational mailing list with updates starting in February 2024
please register via the button on the left.
The VMHC is produced in partnership with Better Impact and The Volunteer Management Professionals of Canada.
Meetings will be held bimonthly (every 2 months) with the first meeting on Wednesday, April 28th at 8-9pm ET (5-6pm PT). Following meetings will be 10 AM Pacific, 1 PM Eastern:
2024: February 22, April 26, June 28, Aug 23, Oct 25, Dec 27
The COP - Animal Welfare is designed to include a broad range of animal welfare organizations such as animal shelters, rescue groups, foster-based programs, sanctuaries, direct care for animals, and humane education programs. The objective of this COP is to connect volunteer engagement professionals within these organizations to share resources and best practices. This informal venue encourages open discussions for anyone seeking or offering advice in tackling the unique challenges facing volunteer leaders in the animal welfare field.
Communities of Practice are an AL!VE member benefit; however, anyone is welcome to attend their first meeting with out being a member. After your first meeting, you must join as a member to attend subsequent meetings. You can learn more here.
Volunteer Managers Hybrid Conference (VMHC)
"Creating Influence In Your Organization: Thinking Beyond A Seat At The Table"
October 23, 2024 Eastern/Central time zones
What is a Hybrid Conference?
Our presenters and crew present the them in a unique and fun way. We 'live stream' direct to you with an opportunity to discuss and share locally and internationally throughout the day. This one-day conference is presented two separate days to accommodate time zones in North America. Nearly 50 remote locations in the US, Australia, and Canada participate with nearly 1000 attendees over the two-day period during past conferences.
Presentations from dynamic, knowledgeable, and engaging trainers are live streamed to your local group. A local facilitator guides group discussions in concert with the trainers. Your group provides a location with access to a high speed internet connection, a screen, a local facilitator, handouts, and lunch/snacks for your group.
Individual registrants will be hosted by representatives from AL!VE and VMPC, and small group discussions will be in similiar cohorts.
Registration will open in May 2024; to join an informational mailing list with updates starting in February 2024
please register via the button on the left.
The VMHC is produced in partnership with Better Impact and The Volunteer Management Professionals of Canada.