Essence of Volunteering

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Why do you think volunteering is one of the noblest activities of our time?


One of the noblest activities of our day is volunteering. Volunteering is defined as a voluntary
contribution to the advancement of human society. When someone cares about the environment
and others in need, he decides to commit his life, time, and energies to improving the current
condition. I recently read an article by a well-known sociologist on the origins of volunteerism.
According to him, there are two types of volunteers. The first group consists of those who are
serious about changing their surroundings. The second group consists of young people and
graduate students who must engage in volunteer work in order to obtain a decent job in the
future. Volunteering allows you to stay connected to your group while also contributing to its
improvement. Volunteering benefits you, your coworkers, and the cause you wish to support.
Making new acquaintances, expanding your network, and improving your social skills are all
benefits of volunteering. 
2.  Why is community service so important?
Participating in community service allows students to become active citizens of their
communities and has a long-term, positive impact on society. Community service or
volunteerism allows students to gain life skills and knowledge while also helping people who are
in need. Participating in community service benefits not only the organization and the individuals
it serves, but it also benefits each student's job chances. Participating in community service
activities improves student resumes by allowing students to gain work-related skills prior to
graduation, gives strong references for employers in terms of community involvement, and
allows students to network with future possible employers. It also helps students develop civic
and social responsibility skills and become more aware of what their community needs.
3. What do you consider the toughest aspect of this volunteering opportunity?
There is always work to be done, and it can seem as if it never ends. Volunteers may only be
accessible for the charity on a periodic basis. As a volunteer, you must ensure that your time is
well spent. As a result, you want to help as much as possible. Volunteers are typically seen as
low-ranking members of organizations, which is a source of concern. They do not influence the
organization's structure or planning, work for no remuneration, and are motivated solely by
goodwill. Volunteers frequently complain about a lack of communication between themselves
and their volunteer group. From the moment you express interest in their programs to long after
you've completed your service, a reputable volunteer organization will be there for you.
Volunteers are also typically considered as low members on the organizational totem pole, which
is a worrisome feature of volunteering. They have no say in the organization's structure or
planning, they work for no pay, and their motivation is simply altruistic. Volunteer management
is so underestimated and, in some situations, worsened as a result. Furthermore, because
volunteer management is rarely recognized as a program in need of finance, volunteer managers
have few resources to turn their responsibilities into a comprehensive and efficient program.

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