Our buddy Nathaniel Whittemore passed along someone looking for research subjects, and we're always happy to help!
Here's the nice note and the link:
Hi Jacob,
My name is Chiara Camponeschi and I am writing to you based on a recommendation made to me by Nathaniel Whittemore.
I am currently working on a study on Virtual Volunteering as part of my Masters of Environmental Studies program at York University, in Canada. I am investigating the motivational factors that lead young people between the ages of 18-30 to volunteer on-line, and what can be done to improve their overall experience as on-line agents of change. As I am sure you know, many not-for-profits are now relying on the support of dedicated virtual volunteers, but at present not much literature is available on them. For this reason, I have put together a survey to learn more about who the typical volunteer is, what motivates youth to donate their time and skills for a cause or organization, what are some of the current difficulties they face, etc.
Because I believe volunteering and gift economies are an important part of social innovation, I would be grateful if you could promote this study to your network:
Are You A Virtual Volunteer? Fill Out The Survey Today!
Virtual Volunteering is a type of volunteer work that is carried out on-line through the use of ICTs. If you are currently a Virtual Volunteer, or have volunteered on-line in the past, fill out the survey today! You will contribute to an academic study that looks at the factors that inspire youth to volunteer on-line and what can be done to improve their overall experience as on-line agents of change!
To access the survey, click here:
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.
Did not know about virtual volunteering. Sounds like a good idea.
Posted by: John Pelley | March 27, 2009 at 06:10 AM
I'm not a virtual volunteer but I have a non profit organization and ALWAYS looking for some volunteers to help crochet, knit, sew and quilt from their homes. Would love to have more volunteers!! www.ContagiousHope.com
Posted by: Linda | December 19, 2009 at 06:13 PM