Training Track: Volunteer Engagement
Topic of Workshop: Introduction to Training Staff to Engage and Support Volunteers
Title of Workshop: Engaging Staff in Volunteer Engagement
Workshop Description:
Equipping all staff to engage with volunteers unlocks your organization's full potential! This dynamic session provides strategies and practical tools that you can use to help staff inspire, motivate, and effectively collaborate with volunteers.
The success of volunteer engagement no longer hinges on a volunteer program. It needs to be a human capital strategy that the whole organization engages with. Attend this interactive workshop where you'll explore:
- Building Meaningful Connections: Learn techniques for engaging staff in the volunteer engagement process and creating initial buy-in.
- Effective Communication: Discover how staff can convey your organization’s mission and goals in a way that resonates with volunteers.
- Motivation and Retention: Explore tools to help staff recognize and reward volunteers, cultivating commitment and enthusiasm.
- Leveraging Feedback: Discuss ways to solicit and utilize feedback from staff and volunteers to enhance the experiences of all involved.
You’ll leave this session with actionable insights, resources, and renewed confidence to engage your whole organization in volunteer engagement efforts. Transform your approach to volunteer engagement and drive your organization toward greater impact.
Learning objectives:
- Know how to help staff make the ask and invite the community to volunteer with your organization
- Gain tools to help facilitate exploring how volunteers can support staff and programs and create buy-in beyond the volunteer engagement team
- Learn about tools and resources in Iowa to support your ongoing efforts
