Technology and Volunteer Management: Digital Tools, Online Engagement, and Data Security

Technology and Volunteer Management: Digital Tools, Online Engagement, and Data Security

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.2025a11

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About the Article

This article examines how digital tools are reshaping volunteer management by streamlining recruitment, training, engagement, and supervision. It analyzes the strengths and limitations of software platforms, the use of social media for outreach and storytelling, the rise of remote volunteering, and the ethical and legal dimensions of data security. The discussion highlights how technology can enhance efficiency and inclusivity while reinforcing trust and organizational sustainability.

Key Topics

  • Volunteer management software platforms
  • Social media strategies for recruitment and engagement
  • Virtual and remote volunteering practices
  • Digital onboarding and collaboration tools
  • Data security, privacy policies, and compliance
  • Technology adoption in low-resource contexts

Academic Value

The article situates digital volunteer management within debates on technology adoption in the non-profit sector. For practitioners, it provides actionable insights into balancing innovation with inclusivity, while for scholars, it underscores the intersections between civic engagement, organizational sustainability, and digital transformation.

Suggested Citation

Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Technology and Volunteer Management: Digital Tools, Online Engagement, and Data Security. NEYA Global Publishing. https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps.2025a11

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