Volunteer Management Training Enhances Disaster Response in Malaysia

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Posted by NewAdmin on 2025-03-31 09:05:55 |

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In conjunction with the Jubilee of the World of Volunteering (March 8–9, Rome), Caritas Malaysia, in partnership with Caritas Philippines, organised a Volunteer Management Training from March 7–9. In conjunction with the Jubilee of the World of Volunteering (March 8–9, Rome), Caritas Malaysia, in partnership with Caritas Philippines, organised a Volunteer Management Training from March 7–9. The programme, attended by 23 staff and volunteers from all Diocesan Caritas offices in Malaysia, was a follow-up to the Disaster Response Training held in September 2024. It is part of Caritas Malaysia’s ongoing efforts to enhance the capacity of diocesan staff and volunteers in responding effectively during crises, with the goal of building a stronger and more efficient emergency response team.

The training was facilitated by Cecilio “Ava” Guardian from Caritas Philippines, a seasoned expert in community development and humanitarian aid, and organised by Pauline Yeo, the Administrative Executive of Caritas Malaysia.

This initiative marks an important step in strengthening volunteer management systems within Caritas Malaysia. Participants were introduced to a structured, nine-step approach to volunteer management, covering the entire volunteer lifecycle — from recruitment and preparation to implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement. The sessions also emphasised the fundamental principles of volunteering and their significance in effective volunteer engagement.

By the conclusion of the training, participants had gained a comprehensive understanding of the essential organisational steps and key considerations required to establish a successful volunteer management system. They left equipped with the knowledge needed to develop a structured volunteer management plan, ensuring that processes and best practices are well-documented for future reference.

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