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Welcome & Keynote: 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism

Keynote address presented by D …

Resource Type(s): Videos and Trainings
Date added: July 15, 2021

Welcome & Keynote Address: The Power of Giving Power Away – 2020 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism

Keynote address presented by B …

Resource Type(s): Videos and Trainings
Date added: July 27, 2021

Volunteer Training Plan

Developing a volunteer trainin …

Resource Type(s): Tools and Templates
Date added: March 11, 2021

Volunteer Support Plan

Complete this chart to ensure …

Resource Type(s): Tools and Templates
Date added: March 11, 2021

Volunteer Recognition and Encouragement: 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism

Presented by Heather Turner, C …

Resource Type(s): Tools and Templates, Videos and Trainings
Date added: July 27, 2021

Volunteer Position Description

First, write one or two senten …

Resource Type(s): Tools and Templates
Date added: March 11, 2021

Volunteer Journeys: Increase Engagement and Retention – 2022 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism

https://www.youtube.com/watch? …

Resource Type(s): Videos and Trainings
Date added: November 29, 2022

Virtual Volunteer Role Assessment

Use these questions to assess …

Resource Type(s): Tools and Templates
Date added: March 11, 2021

Virtual Team Building Checklist

Consider these tactics to buil …

Resource Type(s): Tools and Templates
Date added: March 11, 2021

Utilizing Volunteer Fundraisers: 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism

Presented by Richard Peck, VP …

Resource Type(s): Videos and Trainings
Date added: July 19, 2021

Utilizing Storytelling to Build Community – 2022 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism

https://www.youtube.com/watch? …

Resource Type(s): Videos and Trainings
Date added: November 29, 2022

Understanding Your Communication Style to Work Effectively with Others: 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism

Presented by Kathy DesRoches, …

Resource Type(s): Tools and Templates, Videos and Trainings
Date added: July 19, 2021

The Transformative Power of Engaging Volunteers with Lived Experience – 2022 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism

https://www.youtube.com/watch? …

Resource Type(s): Videos and Trainings
Date added: November 29, 2022

The Single Most Important Question When Designing Volunteer Training

It is important to prioritize …

Resource Type(s): Videos and Trainings
Date added: June 15, 2021

The Fine Line Between Strategic Work and Busy Work

The key to ensuring that volun …

Resource Type(s): Videos and Trainings
Date added: June 15, 2021

Targeted Recruitment Plan

Answer these questions while r …

Resource Type(s): Tools and Templates
Date added: March 11, 2021

Staying True to Your Core: Prioritizing Volunteers as a Part of Your Work: 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism

Presented by Allison Pudvah, A …

Resource Type(s): Tools and Templates, Videos and Trainings
Date added: July 19, 2021

Solve and Serve: Using Human-Centered Design – 2020 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism

Presented by Juliana Good, Lea …

Resource Type(s): Videos and Trainings
Date added: July 27, 2021

Shepherding an Effective Volunteer Program in the Virtual World: 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism

Presented by Marc Boyd, Volunt …

Resource Type(s): Tools and Templates, Videos and Trainings
Date added: July 19, 2021

Senior Volunteers: The Hidden Workforce – 2022 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism

https://www.youtube.com/watch? …

Resource Type(s): Videos and Trainings
Date added: November 29, 2022

Selfhood and Service: Infusing Our Identities into Our Service – 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism

Presented by Arria Hauldin, CO …

Resource Type(s): Tools and Templates, Videos and Trainings
Date added: July 27, 2021

Self-Care in the Technological Age: 2020 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism

Presented by Linda Douglas, Tr …

Resource Type(s): Videos and Trainings
Date added: July 27, 2021

Relationship-Building with Funders: 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism

Presented by Richard Peck, VP …

Resource Type(s): Videos and Trainings
Date added: July 27, 2021

Recognizing and Addressing Discrimination: 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism

Presented by James McKim, Mana …

Resource Type(s): Videos and Trainings
Date added: July 15, 2021

Recognition Brainstorm

Use this checklist to inspire …

Resource Type(s): Tools and Templates
Date added: March 11, 2021

Preparing for Your Next Career Move: 2020 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism

Presented by Kathy DesRoches, …

Resource Type(s): Tools and Templates
Date added: July 30, 2021

Personal Marketing and Branding: 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism

Presented by Kathy DesRoches, …

Resource Type(s): Tools and Templates, Videos and Trainings
Date added: July 19, 2021

Overcoming Barriers to Effective Delegation

https://youtu.be/Ty97I3Zfx8A

Resource Type(s): Videos and Trainings
Date added: June 15, 2021

Organizations Preparing for Emergency Needs (OPEN): 2020 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism

Presented by Sara Varela, Regi …

Resource Type(s): Tools and Templates, Videos and Trainings
Date added: July 29, 2021

NHAVA’s Risk Management for Volunteer Program Administration

Risk Management for Volunteer …

Resource Type(s): Tools and Templates
Date added: December 20, 2021