Monthly Archives: January 2011

International Association of Volunteer Efforts World Conference

Posted on January 26, 2011 by jeffhoffmanassociate

We are in Singapore this week for this bi-annual convening.  One thousand leaders from the global volunteer movement gathered to discuss trends and share interesting and inspiring practices.  It has been two and a half years since the last conference … Continue reading →

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Vertical Kampong

Posted on January 24, 2011 by jeffhoffmanassociate

“Vertical Kampong (Vertical Village) aims to help build connected and mutually supportive communities in our neighbourhoods by creating platforms that enhance informal volunteering activities within the neighbourhood.”  This program recognizes that a vast majority of Singapore residents live in high-rises … Continue reading →

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California Volunteers “Propelling” the Service Movement

Posted on January 13, 2011 by jeffhoffmanassociate

To quote the Secretary of Service and Volunteering for California, Karen Baker, “Seven years ago, we embarked on an amazing journey to propel the service movement forward in California. Inspired by Governor Schwarzenegger and First Lady Maria Shriver, we pressed … Continue reading →

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