Volunteer Management in Resource-Constrained Environments: Strategies for Sustainable Impact
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.2025a01
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About the Article
This article explores the strategic role of volunteer management in low-income and resource-constrained environments. It argues that recruitment, training, communication, and recognition are not administrative details but essential elements that determine program sustainability and community trust. Using theory and practice-based evidence, as well as a Southeast Asian case study, the paper shows how structured volunteer management can improve retention, stabilize programs, and amplify impact.
Key Topics
- Volunteer recruitment and retention strategies
- Training and capacity building in low-resource settings
- Communication and feedback mechanisms
- Recognition practices for sustaining motivation
- Case study from Southeast Asia
Academic Value
The article contributes to nonprofit management scholarship by framing volunteer management as a strategic and ethical practice. It bridges theory and application, offering both academics and practitioners practical approaches for building sustainable volunteer-driven initiatives in challenging environments.
Suggested Citation
Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Volunteer Management in Resource-Constrained Environments: Strategies for Sustainable Impact. NEYA Global Publishing. https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps.2025a01
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