Association of Leaders In Volunteer Engagement

September AL!VE Academy: Bridging Generational Communication Gaps in the Nonprofit Workplace September 23, 2:00 P for 60 minutes Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z: there are four generations in today's nonprofit workforce, and with such wildly varying communication styles and preferences in play, miscommunication is virtually inevitable - or is it? This workshop focuses on ways to address or eliminate common sources of friction, leverage the communication strengths of each generation, and set up your multigenerational team for healthier, more effective communication. Register here: https://ow.ly/Qtqe50SYUAA #lovols #vmlearn #volmgt

Emergency Response Volunteer Programs COP Join in the conversation about volunteers programs that manages volunteers who respond during an emergency. This is a very broad range from citizen corps, Red Cross, government, state, federal and non-profit. Share success and struggles during blue skies, gray skies and black skies. Learn more and register here: https://ow.ly/nNi950TneNb #volmgt #vmlearn #lovols

Congratulations to Buttonwood Park Zoo in New Bedford, Massachusetts for renewing their Service Enterprise accreditation! This organization works to preserve the future of wildlife by connecting the community to the natural world, inspiring change, and protecting the environment, and they have demonstrated continued excellence in volunteer engagement, working to fundamentally leverage volunteers and their skills to achieve their mission. Thanks to training and implementation partner Massachusetts Service Alliance Learn more about Service Enterprise here: https://ow.ly/iJrh50Thsfh #serviceenterprise #vmlearn #volmgt #lovols

This Communities of Practice for those managing volunteers in museums, galleries, cultural and arts centers. Join us as we discuss and share insights and experiences that we are all having. The corrected topic is Aboard: Volunteer Onboarding and Orientation. In this session, we'll explore what to do—and "knot" to do—to ensure smooth sailing for your institution and new volunteers. Key topics will include identifying the captain and crew, recognizing important flags, and knowing when it's time for "dry dock." Get ready to gain your orientation and onboarding sea legs as we navigate these essential aspects together! Register here: https://ow.ly/a3h950TgPmp #volmgt #vmlearn #lovols

AL!VE COP Book Club September & October title: Micro Activism: How You Can Make a Difference in the World Without a Bullhorn by Omkari Williams In this age of activism, many people who don't necessarily want to lead a movement or join a protest march are left wondering, "How can I make an impact?" In Micro Activism, former political consultant turned activism coach Omkari L. Williams shares her expertise in empowering introverts and highly sensitive people to help others find the activist roles that will be most satisfying and effective for them. Learn more and register here: https://ow.ly/p8Mm50TncBN

The Parks & Recreation Lunch and Learn COP is designed to include a broad range of topics regarding urban and rural parks, botanical gardens, parks, and nature preserves. Bring your lunch/brunch and beverage! The topic is 'The Staff-Volunteer Connection' with Jenny Carver from Macon County Conservation. Learn more and register here: https://lnkd.in/eFfQ-hYZ #volmgt #vmlearn #lovols

The AL!VE COP Book Club for September & October is 'Micro Activism: How You Can Make a Difference in the World Without a Bullhorn" By Omkari L Williams In this age of activism, many people who don't necessarily want to lead a movement or join a protest march are left wondering, "How can I make an impact?" In Micro Activism, former political consultant turned activism coach Omkari L. Williams shares her expertise in empowering introverts and highly sensitive people to help others find the activist roles that will be most satisfying and effective for them. Learn more and register here: https://ow.ly/783J50Tncto

Hear from Rob Jackson, facilitator for this year's Volunteer Management Hybrid Conference and his role. https://ow.ly/OXTn50TmnI1 Learn more and register here: https://lnkd.in/eHYcDskj Better Impact Inc. VMPC-Volunteer Management Professionals of Canada Rob Jackson Consulting Ltd #vmhctable

The Rural Programs Community of Practice supports volunteer engagement professionals managing programs in and across rural communities. Learn more and register here: https://ow.ly/LOxB50ThveK #vmlearn #volmgt #lovols

VMHC 2024 - Our speakers have already been hard at work collaborating and "creating their influence" , and have structured the day for each of the sessions to build on what comes before it. There will be some engaging activities throughout the day built into the program, and at the end of the conference, attendees will come away with actionable tips they can use the very next day to build their own professional influence. Here are the Wednesday, October 23 host sites registered so far to attend an in person event. No host site in your area? Plenty of time to register. You can also join as an individual for an online experience with your peers across the US & Canada. Learn more at www.betterimpact.com/vmhc #vmhctable #vmlearn #volmgt #lovols