MAVA Resources

Please refer to our benefits page to view all the benefits of a MAVA membership.


MAVA Workshops/Events
Please check out our events calendar for a listing of future events.

• VRL Training Series -- Volunteer impact Leadership Training Series: earn your certificate in volunteer leadership! Demonstrate your expertise and professionalism to employers, peers, and the community.

• Professional Development Events -- Topics are requested by atendees and range from conflict resolution, leadership, international perspectives on volunteer management, ethics, and more.

• Minnesota Conference on Volunteer Administration -- The conference takes place every two years. Our next conference will be held in Spring 2011.

• Engaging Baby Boomers and New Generations of Volunteers -- Keep up-to-date on the latest trends in volunteerism. Become ready to tap into the potential of these generations of volunteers.

MAVA Blog -- Keep up-to-date with the latest information on volunteer administration.

MAVA Discussion Forum -- Post questions and share ideas related to the field.


MAVA Articles

• Reinventing Volunteerism: A Fresh Approach to Changing the World -- by Mary Quirk, April 2009

• 14 Steps to Developing a Top-Notch Volunteer Program -- by Mary Quirk, from Fieldstone Alliance, February 2009

• Seven Tips to Capitalize on Volunteer Resources During Tight Times -- by Mary Quirk, December 2008
  

• Training for Organization Leaders: Capitalize on Volunteer Resources During Tough Economic Times -- curriculum developed by Mary Quirk for E-Volunteerism

Geographical Networks -- Join a group of leaders of volunteers near you! Numerous locations around the state. Meet with others in your field to network and discuss a variety of topics monthly or bi-monthly.


Statewide Networks
Sector networks include:

• Corporate Volunteerism Council
  
• Administrators of Healthcare Volunteers
  
• Directors of Church Volunteer Ministries
• Metro Area Volunteers in Schools
  
• Community Justice Volunteer Program Managers

Metro MAVA Connections -- This program provides members with monthly opportunities to share and gather resources for the development of their professional skills and volunteer programs.

MAVA Tool Kit for Building a Peer Professional Network -- Develop your own network of leaders of volunteers using this 33 page notebook that covers topics ranging from Stages in Network Development and Balancing Participants' Need to Outreach Tips.

Advocating for your Volunteer Program -- MAVA's tips and trainings that can assist you in advocating for your program within your organization.