28/09/2023

Effective Online
Volunteering
BY
MUSTAPHA ODUNSI
 Agenda
o INTRODUCTION

o UNDERSTANDING ONLINE VOLUNTEERING

o BENEFITS OF ONLINE VOLUNTEERING

o CHALLENGES OF VOLUNTEERING ONLINE

o SKILLS AND BEST PRACTICES FOR EFFECTIVE ONLINE VOLUNTEERING

o OPEN DISCUSSION, QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS.

Closing Remark
INTRODUCTION
 Introduction
I'm reminded of the power behind these words
by Helen Keller: "Alone we can do so little;
together we can do so much."
In our modern age, this sentiment resonates
even more profoundly as we explore the
potential of online volunteering
UN partners, Member States and civil society
partners requested support from 8,474 online
volunteers. That number dropped by 10 per cent
from the 9,575 online volunteers who served in
2021. This decline may be attributed to the
reduced availability of online volunteering
candidates as the COVID-19 pandemic has
abated.
Objective
The objective of this section is to harness the
potential of online volunteering, recognizing it as
a force magnified by collaboration and unity. The
goal is to equip participants with the skills and
understanding needed to transform individual
efforts into a collective impact.
Key Learnings:
• Explore the world of online volunteering.
• Understand the benefits it offers to both volunteers
and organizations.
• Acknowledge and address the challenges faced in
the virtual volunteering landscape.
• Acquire essential skills and best practices for
impactful online volunteering.
• Be inspired to engage in online volunteering and
create a positive influence on the world.
UNDERSTANDING
ONLINE
VOLUNTEERING
 Understanding Online Volunteering
Online volunteering, often referred to as virtual volunteering or cyber volunteering,
involves individuals or groups providing services and support to organizations, causes, or
projects through digital platforms and the internet. Volunteers contribute their time, skills,
and expertise from remote locations, without the need for physical presence.

Types of Online Volunteering

Skill-Based Research & Virtual Tutoring & Community Management &

Language Translation &
Volunteering Data Analysis Mentoring Social Media Support
Interpretation
 Key Trends In Online Volunteering

Disaster Response &

Crisis Management Micro-Volunteering

Global
Collaborations

Virtual Fundraising and Remote Skill-Based

Awareness Campaigns Volunteering
 BENEFITS OF
ONLINE
VOLUNTEERING
 Benefits of Online Volunteering
Individual Organization Community

Flexibility and Convenience Access to Diverse Skills Enhanced Services

Skill Development Cost-Efficiency Increased Engagement

Broader Reach and Impact Scalability and Agility Collaboration and Networking

Inclusivity Increased Productivity Social Cohesion

Career Opportunities Enhanced Public Image Sustainable Development

CHALLENGES OF
VOLUNTEERING
ONLINE
 Limited Supervision
and Accountability
Lack of Face-to-Face Technology and Access
Interaction Barriers

Communication
Security and Privacy
Challenges of Online Overload
Concerns
Volunteering

Maintaining Volunteer
Engagement
Task Coordination and Volunteer Burnout
Project Management
 SKILLS AND BEST
PRACTICES FOR
EFFECTIVE ONLINE
VOLUNTEERING
SKILLS FOR BEST PRACTICES

• Clear Communication
• Adaptability and Flexibility
• Time Management
• Collaboration and Teamwork
• Problem-solving and Critical Thinking
• Technological Proficiency
• Initiative and Proactivity
• Professionalism and Reliability
OPEN DISCUSSION,
QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS
CLOSING REMARK

Thank you!!!