ACTIVITY | Volunteerism
I. Answer the following questions.
1. Which type of volunteerism that will best suit you? Why?
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2. Explain how volunteering can help provide direction for your future career goals.
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II. What Would You Like to Give? What Would You Like to Gain?
Service is a big commitment and incredibly rewarding – both to you and those you serve. But
finding the opportunity that best suits your skills and expectations can make all the difference in your
experience. Here are some questions to ask yourself before you sign up to serve. Share your answers.
1. Do you have passion?
2. Do you love sports or would you rather be involved in issues pertaining to local or national
heritage?
3. Do you care deeply about environmental and conservation issues?
4. Are you interested in working in a healthcare or mental health setting?
5. Do you prefer working with children, young people, or older adults?
6. How much time can you give?
7. Can you serve during the week, or does your schedule limit the amount of time you can commit?
8. What do you bring, or want to acquire?
9. Are you willing to go through a training program?
10. What do you hope to gain from the experience, building skills, helping people, working on a
team, making friends?
11. Where and how do you want to serve?
12. Would you like to work with someone on a one-on-one basis?
13. Do you prefer working in a group?
14. Are you comfortable responding to situations as they arise, or do you need to know what to
expect when you come in?
15. Would you like to work independently on issues?
