Volunteerism

NSTP200
At the end of the discussion, the learners
are expected to:
• give the meaning and benefits of volunteerism;
• name the core values expected of volunteers; and
• explore volunteer opportunities that one may engage in.
What is volunteerism?
• Act, practice, or principle of
contributing one’s time, talents,
and resources freely to worthwhile
purposes without tangible
compensation
• Most fundamental act in the society
• Geared towards good causes that
help alleviate the suffering of
others and 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
Regardless of age, economic status,
sex, and educational attainment,
volunteers work 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, and 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 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 them 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
What are the benefits of
volunteerism?
• Community development
• Development of the skills of
volunteers
• Peace, solidarity, and trust among
citizens
• Career opportunities for volunteers
• Friendship among citizens
• Experience and self-esteem gained
by volunteers
 Values Expected of Volunteers

Commitment. Volunteers are attached to, identified with, and

involved in community service
Professionalism. Volunteers observe their work
ethics in performing their responsibilities with
socially and morally accepted behavior
Creativity. Volunteers search constantly for new strategies and
methods of doing tasks for improved results
Unity. A volunteer
supports teamwork
to achieve the
common goal
What volunteer opportunity is suited for you?

1. If you have all the human and financial resources in

the world, what problem will you solve, what would
you change, and what would you create?
2. What kind of 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 home or would
you prefer to volunteer in an organization?
What volunteer opportunity is suited for you?

5. If you would want to volunteer from home, where is

the best location for you – near your home, your
school?
6. Do you have special skills or talents that you would
like to share with an organization?
7. Would you like to develop a skill?
8. What are your personal goals? Would you like to enter
the workforce or meet new people?
Potential volunteer
opportunities

A. Based on the interests of

an individual
B. Based on the future
career goal of an
individual
Identified by the higher educational institution (HEI) in consultation with
the local government, community-based organizations, and non-
governmental 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