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Handbook: youth volunteering as a pathway to employment for youth

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This handbook is designed for young people who are exploring volunteering as a pathway to employment. The workbook guides young people through reflecting on their volunteering experiences, identifying skills gained and understanding how volunteering can support employability.

Benefits for volunteer managers

  • prepare young volunteers for future education and employment pathways
  • help young volunteers understand, articulate and reflect on the value of their volunteering experiences.

How to apply this resource

Use this workbook with young people as part of youth volunteering programs, career development activities or transition planning.

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International Association for Volunteer Effort (IAVE) creates a more just and sustainable world by enabling the leaders, organizations, and environments that empower volunteers.

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