@VMPNS

The Association of Volunteer Management Professionals of Nova Scotia provides PD and networking opportunities to volunteer managers and supervisors across NS.

 Nova Scotia, Canada
vmpns.com
Joined November 2014
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The last #200wordtuesday thread for 2022 looks back at highlights from the last year. Read on to see what was popular and revisit some favourites. #LOVols #VolMgmt #2022
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Do older #volunteers have a ‘‘built-in’’ skill set and thus, do not need training? 🌏 The research has a recommendation. #Lovols #volmgmt bit.ly/3EnJgx2

Does Age Matter in Episodic Volunteering?

The research highlighted in this Research to Practice explores age and episodic volunteers. Are individuals in different age groups motivated to volunteer for episodic events for different reasons?...

engagejournal.org
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What to get that #Lovols in your life? How about the gift of: 🌍 cutting-edge information on #volmgmt? 🌎 the latest on ethics, research and technology? 🌏 a global perspective on #volunteer engagement? Give a gift of knowledge: bit.ly/364JvM5
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Read how @Sport_England chose "to look at #volunteering differently by welcoming in those who might not be a typical ‘sports #volunteer’." 🌍 #volmgmt bit.ly/3gaVqA4

This is what innovative volunteering looks like! | Sport England

Sport England's strategic lead for volunteering Jenny Betteridge blogs about her team's support for innovation and inclusivity in volunteering programmes.

sportengland.org
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We are looking for volunteers for our Fun with Music program. As a non-profit organization, our programs could not run without the help of our wonderful volunteers. For information on volunteering with Autism Nova Scotia, email Caitlyn Temple. Email: [email protected]
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#Lovols, what can a #volunteer nosh on at in-person meetings? 🌍Healthy snacks every time-I buy them in bulk 🌎 Whatever's on sale that morning at my local store-I'm running late 🌏 Whatever I can pinch from my kids' school snacks or better, from marketing's donor stash
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Happy Monday! It may be cold out there this morning but that is not stopping the Food Action Network of Spryfield from offering food support in our community! Here is the weekly calendar for November 21st to 25th! Check it out! Bundle up & have a fantastic week! – at Halifax, Nova Scotia
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Time for another #200wordtuesday post, this time looking at why language matters in volunteer engagement #LOVols #VolMgmt #language
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Marjorie Turner Bailey was a Track and Field athlete from Lockeport Nova Scotia. To name a few of her accomplishments, Marjorie established four Canadian Track and Field records, Won 2 bronze medals in the 1975 Pan Am Games, and was awarded 1964 NS Athlete of the Year.
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Join us for our next #webinar ❗❗ Your volunteer orientation is often the event that helps a volunteer decide whether they really do want to give their time to your organization. 👩‍🏫👨‍💼 Free for VMPC members! Registration information has been shared to members by e-mail.
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BGC Greater Halifax is currently seeking After School Program Leaders. Successful candidates will join a dedicated team providing programming at our Dartmouth North, Sackville, Spryfield and Humber Park sites. Please send resume to [email protected] by November 11, 2022
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This week! "Does Age Matter in Episodic #Volunteering" explores survey results from 2,270 #volunteers in 6 countries. 🌏 Do different age groups experience and assess their volunteering differently? Not an Engage member yet? engagejournal.org/
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Today, Nov. 7, Nova Scotia volunteers are being recognized for their contributions to improving the quality of life for Nova Scotians. You can watch the 48th Provincial Volunteer Awards ceremony at 12:45 p.m. at livestream.com/accounts/3481… #Volunteers
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#Lovols, let's celebrate #IVMDay! 🌍 Print the poster. Take a selfie letting the world know your profession before you became a Volunteer Manager. 🌎 Post the selfie to your Twitter, tag Engage, use #IVMDay22 🌏 We'll amplify your story ahead of November 5.
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#Volunteers can't be fully engaged, right? They don't have the vested interest like staff, do they? 🌍 Um, turns out they may be MORE engaged. Check out the findings: @AgendaConsult #Lovols #volmgmt #nonprofit bit.ly/3RGUqBe
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Always great learning at the #VMPNS Hybrid Conference. Just finished our first session around impactful reporting. Fabulous discussion. #vmhc2022
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Our new FREE Points of View article is out! What if we had the power, resources and respect we are advocating for? #Lovols #volmgmt @RobJConsulting @erin_spink engagejournal.org/article/oc…

The Genie in the Bottle

There is a long tradition in Volunteer Engagement of focusing on the things we want, the things we feel we don’t have. Whether it’s more power, resources or respect, we give an inordinate amount of...

engagejournal.org
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TOMORROW: FREE FALL/WINTER CLOTHES AT PARKER STREET! From 11-3 tomorrow, October 18, Parker Street is giving away FREE fall/winter clothing items while supplies last. To make a last minute donation, please drop off your new/gently used items at 2415 Maynard St. TODAY from 8-4.
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We have 3 openings on our Board of Directors. Join leaders who bring dedication and fun in making a difference in the lives of others. If you have 2-4hrs each month to volunteer and a passion for people and community, this may be the right job for you.
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#Lovols, if your #volunteer program had a theme song, what would it be? 🌍 Count on Me 🌎 Rise Up 🌏 Dream On 🌍 Money for Nothing Something else?
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