The Story of You: A Guide To Navigating Your Civic Season Journey - Manual / Resource - Page 11
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Find the Right Volunteer Opportunity
You’ve narrowed down the social cause to focus on.
Now it’s time to find the type of volunteer opportunity that
is the right fit for you.
Many organizations host informational sessions or
orientations to share their work and opportunities with
potential volunteers. Attending one of these sessions is
a good way to get to know more.
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Create a Volunteer Project
Sometimes you can make the biggest impact by creating your
own volunteer project. From developing a goal to recruiting
volunteers and day-of project tips, you can be empowered to
mobilize yourself and others.
These tips were provided by Points of Light, a non-profit
organization committed to collaborating with
volunteer-mobilizing organizations around the world.
Top Three Ways to Avoid Burnout
Prioritize self-care: Take care of yourself physically,
emotionally, and mentally.
Set boundaries: Have a clear understanding of
your responsibilities and workload.
Connect with other volunteers: Build relationships
to create a support system and share experiences.
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