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Engage Journal – The global voice of leaders of volunteer engagement

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Introduction

Published by the Susan J. Ellis Foundation, Engage is a membership-focused online journal designed to inform and challenge volunteer engagement leaders globally. Launched in 2000 as the first electronic publication in this field, it combines the depth of traditional journals with the immediacy and connectivity of the internet.

Summary

Engage is a subscription based online journal designed for people who manage volunteers in charities and non-profit organisations. Established in 2000, it was the first of its kind online and publishes articles and features to keep volunteer managers up-to-date on the latest ideas and best practice.

Benefits for volunteer management practitioners

Engage offers a valuable resource for volunteer engagement leaders globally. Offering a unique blend of in-depth content, international perspectives, and interactive features, it fosters a vibrant online community for learning, sharing experiences, and advancing the field of volunteer engagement.

Application

Volunteer organisations can use Engage to improve the way they manage and lead their volunteers. The articles and features are full of practical advice that can be put into action straight away. The interactive features also allow volunteer managers to connect with each other and share ideas.


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Engage (formerly e-Volunteerism) is written for volunteer engagement leaders around the world who want to be informed and challenged about volunteering trends and issues. It is published by the Susan J. Ellis Foundation.

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