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December 2018
Trends in Faith-Based Service
Join us for a report on the latest survey findings about the field of faith-based service. We will share about the total number of volunteers engaged in faith-based service, volunteer demographics, the impact of the service on volunteers, and recruitment trends. Participants will be invited to share observations and questions about the research findings. This webinar will be recorded for those who are unable to attend the live event on December 11th.
Find out more »March 2019
Change is Good. Lasting Change is Better: Why Advocacy is Essential to Volunteer Programs
What is advocacy? What role can it play in a volunteer’s experience? Catholic Relief Services (CRS) shares tips, tools, and ideas for integrating advocacy opportunities into volunteer programs. From orientation and retreats to community nights and alumni engagement, this webinar will provide new insights to help your volunteers have the impact they want on their communities and the world. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER. Meet the Presenters: Danielle Roberts has worked on the CRS University Engagement team, based in Baltimore,…
Find out more »December 2019
Trends in Faith-Based Service – 2019 Report
Join us for a webinar session in which we will report on the latest survey findings about the field of faith-based service. We will share about the total number of volunteers engaged in faith-based service, volunteer demographics, the impact of the service on volunteers, and recruitment trends. Participants will be invited to share observations and questions about the research findings. Please click here to register in advance for this webinar.
Find out more »February 2020
Going, Going, Gone: The Dynamics of Disaffiliation in Young Catholics
We have to know the territory! Saint Mary’s Press provides extensive research on young Catholics who have left the Church, identifying the underlying dynamics that lead to disaffiliation. This has great impact on young adults’ openness to service in church organizations. We will explore how young people are crafting a religious identity in a secular age and consider Catholicism as a comprehensive way of living. Come ready to enter into candid, honest, and realistic discussions, both as ministry leaders and…
Find out more »March 2020
Covid-19 and it’s impact on VSOs (Building Bridges Coalition and IVPA)
Join BBC and IVPA for a webinar on Covid-19 and its impact on VSOs. During the call public health and insurance experts will discuss what you should communicate to volunteers and participants, what travel insurance can and cannot cover during an epidemic, and provide the latest information on Covid-19 to help organizations prepare over the coming months. The panel will be interactive with time for participants to ask questions. A recording will be available to those who register and cannot…
Find out more »April 2020
Service Year Panel Discussion
Alumni from CVN programs who served domestically will answer questions about their experiences and offer advice to future volunteers. All are welcome! Register here.
Find out more »International Service Panel Discussion
Alumni of CVN programs who served abroad will reflect on their personal and spiritual growth during their service and offer wisdom to potential volunteers. Register here.
Find out more »Finances, Planning, and Sustainability Post COVID
The COVID pandemic challenges our ability to understand the short, mid and long term and to plan well to ensure financial sustainability for programs. Therefore, CVN is offering space for Executive Directors (or leaders responsible for financial decisions/fundraising), Development Directors, and Board Members to engage around sustainability and strategies for coming months and years. This time may include a guest presenter, but its success will rely heavily on participant sharing and ideas. Please think about your ideas, efforts, needs, and…
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With over 185 different programs in the Catholic Volunteer Network community – you have a wide variety of service opportunities to choose from. Our online database can help you sort through programs based on the criteria that is most important to you.
Response 2021
With thousands of volunteer opportunities, RESPONSE 2021 is the most comprehensive guide for faith-based service!
