In their latest Engage article, Erin Rebecca Spink, MA (she/her/hers) and Rob Jackson argue for more expansive approaches to volunteer recognition. "We believe we still see too much emphasis on award-focused recognition and not enough on the less traditional and more informal approaches to recognition. Instead of offering volunteers an award, let’s do the following: • Offer professional development opportunities; • Remember the names of volunteers; • Provide flexible ways to be involved; • Give feedback on the difference volunteers are making to missions; and • Acknowledging volunteers as a vital part of the team. All are legitimate and important forms of recognition." How does your team recognize volunteers? What volunteer recognition practices have you shifted over time?
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