Tag Archives: volunteers

Savoir faire — Society job descriptions encourage transparency and help attract skilled and motivated volunteers

Posted on May 15, 2014 by

As a webmaster, I often check other genealogical societies’ websites for inspiration. If they are not already doing so, society board members should also look to their peers for best practices on how to improve their management and better serve their members. … Continue reading →

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National Volunteer Week — Recruiting and retaining volunteers

Posted on April 10, 2014 by

April 6 marked the beginning of National Volunteer Week in both Canada and the United States. In Australia, National Volunteer Week takes place May 12 – 18, and in the UK, they will recognize their volunteers June 1 – 7. … Continue reading →

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National Volunteer Week — 15 ways to thank volunteers

Posted on April 9, 2014 by

April 6 marked the beginning of National Volunteer Week in both Canada and the United States. In Australia, National Volunteer Week takes place May 12 – 18, and in the UK, they will recognize their volunteers June 1 – 7. … Continue reading →

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National Volunteer Week — How do volunteers want to be recognized?

Posted on April 8, 2014 by

April 6 marked the beginning of National Volunteer Week in both Canada and the United States. In Australia, National Volunteer Week takes place May 12 – 18, and in the UK, they will recognize their volunteers June 1 – 7. … Continue reading →

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National Volunteer Week — Should genealogy societies do more to recognize volunteers?

Posted on April 7, 2014 by

Yesterday, April 6, marked the beginning of National Volunteer Week in both Canada and the United States. In Australia, National Volunteer Week takes place May 12 – 18, and in the UK, they will recognize their volunteers June 1 – … Continue reading →

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