From Gangnam Style to Global Impact: Insights from the 27th IAVE World Conference on the Future of Volunteerism

By: Lisa Mort-Putland, Board Chair, Volunteer Canada and Executive Director, Volunteer Victoria As volunteer managers we often spend time explaining to the new people we meet that we are not unpaid managers, but we are paid professionals who are experts in volunteerism. Now, imagine the excitement of 1400 volunteer sector professionals introducing themselves to each […]

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Communications with Heart: Inspiring Randstad’s Month of Volunteering

Randstad’s Month of Heart is a powerful example of how a global company can make a difference on a massive scale. In 2023, Randstad took its Randstad with Heart program to the next level, giving employees around the globe opportunities to dedicate their annual eight paid hours of company-sponsored volunteer time to give back en-mass, […]

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Embracing Change, Building Community: Volunteer Canada’s New Brand

“People are at the heart of what we do. Our brand prioritizes human experience, knowing that powerful experiences can change communities, empower individuals and help to solve the most pressing issues facing us today.” – Dr. Megan Conway, President and CEO, Volunteer Canada Volunteering is fundamental to our identity as Canadians, helping to strengthen our […]

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