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After 13 years of dedicated service to Engage, Laurie Mook, PhD, is stepping down as editor of the Research to Practice section. An engaged professor and scholar, Dr. Mook’s own body of research has contributed significantly to the study of volunteering and Volunteer Engagement…

If you’re a reader of this section, you know that Research to Practice typically highlights research published in academic journals and shares key findings and implications for Volunteer Engagement leaders. However, in addition to sharing relevant research published in other…

Alongside recruitment and recognition, volunteer retention remains a primary concern of Volunteer Engagement leaders and is one of the basic "3 Rs" of Volunteer Engagement practice.  In addition to ensuring that organizations have the human resources needed to get things done,…

While volunteers play a critical role in many organizations, it can be difficult to integrate them seamlessly into day-to-day operations. One particular challenge involves a lack of clarity about the role of volunteers relative to the work of paid staff, which can lead to…