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Volunteerism
MODULE 8

OVERVIEW

This module takes up volunteerism – its meaning and benefits, values expected of volunteers, and volunteer
opportunities.
Volunteerism helps hasten and strengthen community development as it promotes active participation of individuals
in different programs and project that respond to the needs of community.

LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the end of this module, you are expected to:
1. Give the meaning and benefits of volunteerism;
2. Name the core values expected of volunteers; and
3. Explore volunteer opportunities that one may engage in.

LEARNING EXPERIENCES & SELF-ASSESSMENT ACTIVITIES (SAA)

ACTIVITY
Some young people consider doing voluntary work, since they think that experience may bring about benefits for their
future life. In note form, write down three benefits of volunteerism for each category below.
PROFESSIONAL

PERSONAL/SOCIAL

ANALYSIS
Rewrite the sentences below using the words given. Make sure you keep the original meaning.
1. Doing a voluntary work is a rewarding experience, but it can be very tiring. (In spite of)
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2. I don’t have much free time. I want to join a volunteering program. (However)
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ABSTRACTION
Volunteerism
Volunteerism is the act, practice, or principle of contributing one's time, talents, and resources freely to
worthwhile purposes without tangible compensation. It is considered the most fundamental act in the society. It is
geared toward good causes that help alleviate the suffering of others. It promotes peace, solidarity, and trust among
citizens.
Volunteerism can serve in various areas ranging from medical, environmental, and educational support groups
to child protection and human rights advocacies, poll or election work, peacekeeping missions, and relief operations,
to name a few.
Some people consider volunteerism a pastime; others see it as a vocation. Some volunteers have high-paying
jobs and stable careers; others are well known in their fields. Volunteers Could be teachers, doctors, lawyers, or
celebrities. They could also be housewives, students, or retirees.
Regardless of age, economic status, sex, and educational attainment, volunteers work together toward a
common cause for which they commit their time, know-how and expertise, and sometimes even their own money.
However, one does not become a volunteer by simply raising his/her hand. A volunteer has to undergo
trainings and attend seminars for specific functions or tasks that he/she volunteers for.
Moore (2002) describes a volunteer as follows:
"A volunteer is a person who is a light to others, giving witness in a mixed-up age, doing well and willingly
the tasks at hand, namely, being aware of another's need and doing something about it.
"A volunteer is a person who strives to make other people happy, who takes the loneliness out of the alone by
talking to them, who is concerned when others are unconcerned, who has the courage to be a blessing and to
say the things that have to be said for the good of all.
"A volunteer is a person whose charity is fidelity, who is faithful in an unfaithful world, grateful in an
ungrateful world, giving when all are grasping, listening when others need to tell about their fears and
problems."
Volunteers are people from all walks of life, all ages and stages, having a common desire to make a difference
in their community and their own life by giving of their time and expertise. For young people, volunteering brings a
new sense of confidence and self-gratification. It is a good way to interact in the "grown-up World." It enables them
to develop communication, career-building, and social skills that will be useful in other facets of their lives.

Benefits of Volunteers
Volunteerism yields the following benefits:
1. Community development

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2. Development of the skills of volunteers

3. Peace, solidarity, and trust among citizens
4. Career opportunities for volunteers
5. Friendship among citizens
6. Experience and self-esteem gained by volunteers
Values Expected of Volunteers
Here are some core values expected of volunteers:
1. Commitment. Volunteers are attached to, identified with, and involved in community service.
2. Professionalism. Volunteers observe work ethics in performing their responsibilities with socially and
morally accepted behavior.
3. Creativity. Volunteers search constantly for new strategies and methods of doing a task for improved
results.
4. Unity. A volunteer supports teamwork to achieve the common goal.
Volunteer Opportunities
The 2001 National Survey of Giving, Volunteering, and Participating shares the following questionnaire, the
answers to which help determine what kind of volunteer opportunities will be suited to the individual volunteer:

1. If you have all the human and financial resources in the world, what problem would you solve, what would
you change, and what would you Create? Your answers will tell you what matters the most to you.
2. What kind of time commitment are you willing to make? Are you looking for a regular/weekly volunteer
commitment or a short-term/one-time opportunity?
3. Would you like to volunteer with other people or by yourself?
4. Would you like to volunteer from your own home or would you prefer to volunteer in an organization?
5. If you would like to volunteer away from home, where is the best location for you—near your home, your
work, your child's care center?
6. Do you have specific skills or talents that you would like to share with an organization?
7. Would you like to develop a specific skill?
8. What are your personal goals? Would you like to re-enter the workforce or meet new people?
Potential volunteer opportunities are as follows:
A. Based on the interests of an individual
1. If you like animals, you can help out at an animal shelter or the nearest zoo.
2. If you like working with kids, you can get involved at a day-care or preschool center or help younger
students with their schoolwork.
3. If you enjoy playing sports, you can play games with the kids at a nearby sports complex or organize a
mini-sports fest.
4. If you like to cook, you can get together with friends and teach moms or housekeepers’ new recipes, the
latest about food preparation and preservation, and entrepreneurship opportunities in cooking.
5. If you enjoy arts and crafts, you can teach how to make curtains or bedspreads, embroider pillowcases and
towels, and make unique fashion accessories at a women's shelter, nursing home, or orphanage.
6. If you enjoy the outdoors, you can help organize a clean-up drive in your street or park or help a neighbor
plant flowers.
7. If you enjoy dancing, singing, and acting, you can participate in your community's cultural show group.
8. If your grandparents have passed away or live far away and you do not get to see them as often you want
toy you can make friends with a senior citizen and adopt him/her as your grandma or grandpa.

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9. If you are interested in foreign culture, you can volunteer at a school that accepts foreign students.
10. If you are concerned about people with disabilities, you can volunteer at an agency or institution that care
for people with physical or mental disabilities.

B. Based on the future career goal of an individual

1. If you like to work in the medical field, you can volunteer at a community health center or a government
hospital or clinic.
2. If you are interested in teaching, you can volunteer at a public school.
3. If you are interested in science, you can volunteer at the local science museum or zoo.
4. If you like to work in an office someday, you can volunteer at a non-profit organization.

Community Service
Community service is identified by the higher educational institution (HEI) in consultation with the local
government, community-based organizations, and nongovernmental organizations as designed to improve the quality
of life of community residents, particularly low-income individuals, or to solve particular problems related to their
needs. Community service includes the following:
1. first aid training or health care, preschool storytelling, social welfare, social services, trauma counseling,
group dynamics, crime prevention, recreation, street cleaning, and community improvement
2. serving in the youth corps as defined in the NSTP Act of 2001
3. assisting students with disabilities
4. tutoring, supporting educational and recreational activities, and counseling, including career counseling
Volunteer community-service can be rendered in government offices, private companies or in any place where
services may be needed. Volunteers can also work from their homes.
Community volunteerism entails identifying resources; building up present strengths; empowering partners or
individuals to reach their potential; facilitating new connections within the community and strengthening such
connections; and fostering relationships that enhance the ability of groups and individuals to have a sense of belonging
and a desire to be involved.

APPLICATION
Have you ever volunteered? Do members of your family volunteer? Fow what cause?
Write a short essay about your experience with volunteering:
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REFERENCES

Villasoto, H. and N. (2018). Human Person Gearing Towards Social Development: NSTP-CWTS 1. Volunteerism,
pp. 156-164. C & E Publishing Inc, Philippines.

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END OF MODULE ASSESEMENT

MODULE 8. Volunteerism

Name: ______________________________________________ Course & Year: ___________________________

Address: ____________________________________________ Contact No. ______________________________

1. Define volunteerism and give its benefits.

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2. List down volunteer opportunities that will best suit you.

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3. Explain how volunteering can help provide direction for your future career goals.
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SELF AND MODULE EVALUATION

MODULE 8. Volunteerism

Name: ______________________________________________ Course & Year: __________________________

Address: ____________________________________________ Contact No. _____________________________

MODULE EVALUATION
Rate the module using the following:
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2- Disagree
3- Agree
4- Strongly agree

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was engaging
allowed for self-checking (SAAs)
developed in gradual, manageable steps
provided independent, self-paced learning
contained relevant information I needed

SELF-EVALUATION
Rate the extent of your learning in this module using the scale blow. Check the column corresponding to your rating
in the space provided. Do not hesitate to contact me if you need further assistance.
4- I’m an expert. I understand and can teach a friend about it.
3-I’m a Practitioner. I understand and can cite examples on the topics given.
2- I’m an apprentice. I understand if I get help or look at more examples.
1- I’m a novice. I do not understand the topic.

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Give the meaning and benefits of volunteerism;
Name the core values expected of volunteers; and
Explore volunteer opportunities that one may engage in.

OSMEÑA COLLEGES INSTRUCTOR: ROGELIO B. VERDIDA JR.