Building Global Volunteer Networks in the Digital Age
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-gv-dt.001
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About the Article
This article explores how digital transformation reshapes global volunteerism, lowering barriers to participation and enabling organizations to mobilize international expertise, cultural perspectives, and advocacy capacity. It critically examines the integration of virtual volunteering, culturally competent management, data-driven approaches, and sustainability practices in building robust global networks. Case studies from environmental and educational non-profits illustrate how digital tools amplify collaboration and impact. The paper bridges theoretical perspectives with applied practice, offering actionable insights for non-profits adapting to a digitally interconnected world.
Key Topics
- Digital transformation and global volunteer engagement
- Virtual volunteering and cross-border collaboration
- Culturally competent management approaches
- Data-driven volunteer management and accountability
- Sustainability in volunteer engagement
- Case studies in environmental and educational non-profits
Academic Value
This study contributes to academic and practitioner debates on volunteerism in the digital age. By integrating case evidence with theoretical insights, it advances understanding of how non-profits can build inclusive, resilient, and sustainable global volunteer networks. The article emphasizes the dual value of digital tools and cultural competence, providing a framework that informs both scholarship and organizational practice.
Suggested Citation
Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Building Global Volunteer Networks in the Digital Age. NEYA Global Publishing. https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-gv-dt.001
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