Where can you obtain these skills and find that knowledge and those resources? Is there a network or community of practice in your town or province? Is there a list of essential books, articles, tools and templates? Is there a training program available in your area or online?
Continue ReadingPoints of Light – Learning and Growing with Peers from Around the Globe
I had the pleasure to participate in my first Points of Light conference last month in St. Paul Minnesota. What an experience it was to connect with people from around the world who are all working to support and enhance community through giving and volunteering! The changing nature of giving and volunteering was front and […]
Continue ReadingBuilding the Mosaic: Making Volunteering Multicultural
We have heard it before when it comes to multiculturalism; that the US is a melting pot and Canada is a mosaic. Personally, I love the visual of a colourful mosaic creating a larger Canadian identity that’s greater than the sum of its parts. Since today is Canadian Multiculturalism Day, it’s the perfect opportunity take […]
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