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Volunteers

The recruitment and management of volunteers is not dissimilar to the recruitment and management of staff, but unlike paid staff, volunteers have no reason to stay if they do not enjoy their work, so it is important that they are managed well.

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Good Practice Guide to Involving Volunteers

Good Practice Guide to Involving Volunteers

These guidelines are intended to assist organisations with the effective management of volunteers. Good practice does not require any specialist knowledge. Mostly it takes common sense and the imaginative ability to put you in the position of volunteer. How would you like to be treated? Are you made to feel welcome and useful?

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