Advancing Volunteer Management: Integrating Foundations, Strategies, and Future Directions
Author: Dr. Anna Neya Kazanskaia
Publisher: NEYA Global | NEYA Global Publishing
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-5669-1676
DOI: https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps.2025a13
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About the Article
This article synthesizes the core dimensions of volunteer management, bringing together foundations, recruitment, training, engagement, retention, recognition, evaluation, and technology integration into one systemic framework. Case studies such as Habitat for Humanity, the American Red Cross, and Good Shepherd Thailand illustrate how structured strategies enhance sustainability, inclusivity, and innovation. By consolidating theory and practice, the article provides academics with a comprehensive perspective on volunteer management as a cross-disciplinary field, while offering practitioners actionable strategies to build resilient and impactful programs.
Key Topics
- Foundations of volunteer management
- Recruitment, screening, and orientation
- Engagement, supervision, and retention
- Recognition strategies and organizational culture
- Evaluation frameworks and participatory approaches
- Technology integration and digital tools
- Global case studies and best practices
- Future directions and professional development
Academic Value
The article positions volunteer management as both a strategic and relational process that sustains organizational capacity and community trust. It bridges academic debates on organizational theory, human resource management, and civic engagement, while equipping practitioners with guidance to adapt to evolving challenges.
Suggested Citation
Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Advancing Volunteer Management: Integrating Foundations, Strategies, and Future Directions. NEYA Global Publishing. https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps.2025a13
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