Volunteerism Flashcards

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the practice of providing time and skills for the benefit of other people and causes rather than for financial benefit

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Volunteerism

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includes the individual and collective efforts of willing individuals to act in ways which work towards the betterment of oneself, other individuals, society, community and / or the world

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Volunteerism

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Volunteerism refers to an act involving a wide range of activities, including traditional forms of mutual aid and developmental interventions

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Republic Act 9418 “Volunteer Act of 2007”

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Volunteerism for what reasons

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from socio-developmental, business or corporate orientation, commitment or conviction for the attainment of the public good

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shall be the policy of the State to promote the participation

Adopt and strengthen the practice of volunteerism as a strategy

The inculcation of volunteerism as a way of life shall rekindle in every Filipino the time-honored tradition of “bayanihan”

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Declaration of Policy

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What is Volunteering (4)

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“commitment” to pledge oneself

selfless service

an expression of love for humanity

a reflection of God’s love

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Why do People Volunteer? (7)

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help others
make a difference
connect with community
use skills productively
find purpose
contribute to a cause
sense of fulfillment

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Traits of a Volunteer (8)

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Integrity
Enthusiasm
Flexibility
Reliability
Communication
Teamwork
Organization
Creativity

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Benefits of Volunteering (4)

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Connects you to others
good for mind and body
advance career
fun and fulfillment

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Ways Volunteering connects you to others (2)

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Make new friends
Increase social skills

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Ways Volunteering is good for mind and body (5)

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counteract stress, anger, anxiety
combats depression
increases self-confidence
physical health
sense of purpose

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Ways Volunteering can advance your career (2)

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Honed skills for productivity

may be used for other career paths

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Ways Volunteering brings fun and fulfillment (3)

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interests and passion
energizing escape
renewed creativity, motivation, and vision for personal and professional life

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questions to find right volunteering opportunity (6)

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work with who?
work alone?
work behind the scenes?
how much time?
what skills?
what causes?

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Volunteering opportunities

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Community theatres, museums, monuments
libraries or senior centers
Service organizations
Local animal shelters, rescue orgs, or wildlife centers
youth orgs, sports teams, after-school programs
historical restorations, national parks, conservation orgs
places of worship like churches or synagogues
online databases

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How much time should volunteering take?

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2-3 hours per week or 100 hours per year

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The only human beings on the face of the earth who reflect this
nation’s compassion, unselfish caring, patience, and just plain loving one another

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Volunteers