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Welcome & Keynote: 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Keynote address presented by Dr. Shanita Williams, Associate Vice President of Talent Engagement & Inclusion, Southern New Hampshire University Other speakers: Governor Chris Sununu Gretchen Stallings, Executive Director, Volunteer NH Katie Pazienz …
Welcome & Keynote Address: The Power of Giving Power Away – 2020 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Keynote address presented by Bryan Bessette, President, Executive Director, & Co-Founder of The Freedom Cafe https://youtu.be/fh5i3CjDv3Q Other Speakers: Governor Chris Sununu Gretchen Stallings, Executive Director, Volunteer NH Larisa Striga, Even …
Understanding Your Communication Style to Work Effectively with Others: 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by Kathy DesRoches, Ed.D., Program Director, MS Leadership & Nonprofit Certificate, Granite State College; Mercedes Hunt, Ph.D., Director of Undergrad Business Programs, Granite State College Session Description: Attend this fun workshop …
Shepherding an Effective Volunteer Program in the Virtual World: 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by Marc Boyd, Volunteer State President, AARP NH; Karen Ulmer Dorsch, Volunteer, AARP NH; Mary Roberge, Volunteer, AARP NH; Jeannie Tucker, Associate State Director for Outreach & Advocacy, AARP NH Session Description: Three seasoned AARP …
Selfhood and Service: Infusing Our Identities into Our Service – 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by Arria Hauldin, COVID-19 Recovery AmeriCorps Member, Campus Compact New Hampshire https://youtu.be/bbUMp5isrGY Session Description: This session will focus on the individual and how their identities impact the internal and external connecti …
Relationship-Building with Funders: 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by Richard Peck, VP of Development and Philanthropy Services, New Hampshire Charitable Foundation https://youtu.be/K6mhC6M3Eq0 Session Description: This session will give you tips on working with funders and potential funders. Topics include …
Recognizing and Addressing Discrimination: 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by James McKim, Managing Partner, Organizational Ignition Session Description: Are you aware that 100% of people are biased but most do not know it? Would you recognize a microaggression when you see it? Do you understand the impact of microa …
Preparing for Your Next Career Move: 2020 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by Kathy DesRoches, Director, MS Leadership, Granite State College; Carina Self, Dean of Graduate Studies, Granite State College https://youtu.be/FgIXWjm9Mzg Session Description: Have you wondered if you are ready to take on more or move to a …
Personal Marketing and Branding: 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by Kathy DesRoches, Ed.D., Program Director, MS Leadership & Nonprofit Certificate, Granite State College; Mercedes Hunt, Ph.D., Director of Undergrad Business Programs, Granite State College Session Description: Attend this informative w …
Lessons from the Pandemic: Politics, Policy & Advocacy – 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by Stephen Pimpare, Principal Lecturer, University of New Hampshire Manchester https://youtu.be/Ws73M5qlUyc Resources: 2021 Session Slides 2020 Full-Length Conference Session
Leading with Purpose: Leadership Development the New Politics Way – 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by Max Klau, Chief Program Officer, New Politics Leadership Academy https://youtu.be/Ez4z0vFxn8Q Session Description: The New Politics Leadership Academy recruits and supports servant leaders to run for elected office. Our work is grounded i …
It’s Not As Hard As You Think: Grantwriting for Small Shops and Beginners – 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by Cassandra Mason, Chief Grants Officer, New Hampshire State Council on the Arts Katie Collins, Director of Development, Capitol Center for the Arts https://youtu.be/b_29gZnHp84 Session Description: Competition for grant funding can be stee …
How to Use Get Connected
Volunteer NH and Granite United Way have partnered to bring you Get Connected, an online hub for volunteerism in New Hampshire. Volunteers use Get Connected to find nearby opportunities that fit their interests and schedules. Nonprofits use it to attra …
How to Have Difficult Conversations Regarding a Discrimination Situation: 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by James McKim, Managing Partner, Organizational Ignition https://youtu.be/E1ssDa9N7Q4 Session Description: Someone says something to you that is disrespectful of your heritage. You witness behavior that has sexist overtones. You observe a co …
Harnessing the Power of Volunteers from Every Generation: What to Know for Recruitment & Retention: 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by Jed Fiato, Regional Preparedness Liaison, Fors Marsh Group Session Description: Recruiting quality volunteers is a tricky business; it can be very difficult to draw and attract the perfect volunteer for your project. Consequently, recruitm …
Grad School 101: 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by Daniel Budak, Coordinator for Recruitment, UNH Graduate School; Kim Donovan, Director, Center for Academic Enrichment UNH Manchester; Candice Morey, Educational Program Coordinator, UNH Graduate School; Sharon Eaton, Associate Director Fin …
Engaging Everyone: Best Practices for Accessible Volunteer Management – 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by Jules Good, Executive Director, Neighborhood Access Session Description: This is a hands-on workshop where participants will learn how to accommodate people with disabilities in many roles. We will explore tips for working with people with …
But They’re “Just” Volunteers: What You Need From Volunteers and What They Need From You – 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by Corri Wilson; Presented by Corri Wilson, Life-Long Community Volunteer and Event Organizer with Numerous Affiliations/Organizations https://youtu.be/ugZdTJxtSTU Session Description: Why do you need volunteers? Why do people volunteer? What …
But I’m “Just” a Volunteer: 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by Corri Wilson, Life-Long Community Volunteer and Event Organizer with Numerous Affiliations/Organizations https://youtu.be/mVtARM6xlCQ Session Description: Why do you volunteer? What do you expect to get from the experience? What does the o …