Description: Join us for this upcoming DOVIA Innovation Exchange. This new series is focused on bringing volunteer professionals together to drive innovation in our field. Our goal is to get together to share best practices and new ideas. The host facility will also be providing a tour of their facility to see how they run their volunteer program. This series is for DOVIA members, so if you want to attend please become a member today!
This session will be hosted by Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance on Thursday, October 23rd from 9-10:30 a.m. followed by the option for an hour long docent tour following the discussion. The session topic will focus on volunteers filling leadership roles within a volunteer program. This session will be capped at 30 participants so register early.
Attendees can choose between 5 tour options (Primates, Carnivores, Tropical Discovery, Down Under, and Toyota Elephant Passage). more info...
The Volunteer Management Hybrid Conference (VMHC) is a unique hybrid event designed specifically for those working in volunteer engagement. Unlike traditional conferences, the VMHC offers a dynamic setup where expert speakers are streamed live over two days, providing real-time insight into current trends, challenges, and innovations in the volunteer sector. This conference is hosted by Better Impact and registration is required through the link below.
As a volunteer professional, you’re often asked to wear many hats and master a wide range of skills. If one of your roles includes using social or creative media to recognize or recruit volunteers, this session is designed for you! Join the Denver International Airport social media team as they share proven strategies, success stories, and practical tips for leveraging different platforms to promote volunteer programs and celebrate the incredible contributions of volunteers.
Looking for a group of volunteer managers in Colorado to connect with and exchange ideas, best practices, and overall support each other with all things volunteer management? Join DOVIA Colorado’s Vollee Alliance. The program name is a shortening of Volunteer Leaders Elevating Engagement, playing on the concept of a volley, or exchange of ideas. The group meets the second Tuesday of each month from 11:00am to 12:00pmvia Zoom to discuss and share ideas about important topics in the volunteer world. Anyone can join - meetings are free. A topic list for 2025 is below.
November 11-Virtual, Remote and Autonomous Volunteering
December-Break
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Lessons Learned: How to Run a Youth Volunteer Program
Running a successful youth volunteer program takes more than just good intentions, it takes vision, structure, and heart. In this session, you'll hear from a professional who has spent the last four years developing a cutting edge youth volunteer program. You'll get to take away lessons in how to recruit the right staff, attract engaged and passionate teens, and create an environment that fosters safety and meaningful growth. We’ll cover practical dos and don’ts, and the key ingredients that make youth volunteer programs thrive.
Join us for an end-of-year holiday happy hour and networking session! Connect with other volunteer administrators, share ideas, and unwind! *Drinks and food are on your own.
