Author: Dr. Anna Neya Kazanskaia

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ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-5669-1676

DOI: https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-vmg-2025

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About the Article

This Teaching Paper introduces a Glossary of Volunteer Management Terms to provide clarity and consistency across recruitment, orientation, training, evaluation, recognition, and emerging practices. It bridges theory and practice, fostering professionalization in volunteer management and helping organizations adapt to evolving challenges in diverse and digital contexts.

Key Topics

• Core volunteer management terms and definitions
• Practical notes for implementation
• Integration into training and orientation
• Case study of organizational application
• Reflection questions for learners and practitioners

Academic Value

This Teaching Paper consolidates vocabulary in volunteer management, linking academic theory with practice. It contributes to professional development by creating a shared language for students, researchers, and practitioners, supporting both organizational learning and effective training.

Suggested Citation

Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Teaching Paper: Glossary of Volunteer Management Terms — Building Shared Language for Practice and Learning. NEYA Global Journal of Non-Profit Studies. https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-vmg-2025

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