Voluntary Sector Review
Scope & Guideline
Fostering Dialogue on Non-Profit Excellence
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Voluntary Action and Community Engagement:
The journal explores how voluntary action influences community cohesion, social identity, and civic participation, emphasizing the interplay between volunteers and the communities they serve. - Philanthropy and Funding Mechanisms:
Research on how different forms of philanthropy, including corporate and community-based giving, impact the voluntary sector and address social needs is a key focus. - Social Movements and Activism:
The journal examines the role of voluntary organizations in social movements, particularly in contexts of crisis and change, such as during the COVID-19 pandemic or in post-conflict settings. - Diversity and Inclusion in Voluntary Leadership:
An emphasis on understanding the barriers to leadership roles within the voluntary sector for marginalized groups, including disabled individuals and women, is prevalent in recent studies. - Impact Evaluation and Organizational Capacity:
The journal promotes discussions on evaluating the social impact of voluntary organizations and enhancing their operational capacity through innovative practices and frameworks.
Trending and Emerging
- Digital Volunteering and Technology:
There is a growing interest in how technology facilitates volunteering, particularly through digital platforms, especially highlighted during the COVID-19 pandemic. - Intersectionality in Philanthropy:
Emerging research focuses on how different identities (e.g., gender, race, socioeconomic status) influence philanthropic behaviors and motivations, promoting a more nuanced understanding of giving. - Mutual Aid and Community Resilience:
The rise of mutual aid networks as a response to crises, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, highlights the importance of community-driven solutions and grassroots organizing. - Environmental Activism and Social Responsibility:
Recent publications emphasize the role of voluntary organizations in environmental activism, reflecting a broader societal concern for sustainability and ecological justice. - Global Perspectives on Volunteering:
There is an increasing trend towards examining volunteering through a global lens, exploring diverse cultural contexts and the role of international non-profits in local settings.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Fundraising Models:
There has been a noticeable decline in discussions surrounding traditional fundraising methods, such as charity galas and events, as newer, more dynamic fundraising strategies gain traction. - Single-issue Advocacy:
Research focused on single-issue advocacy within the voluntary sector is becoming less prominent, as there is a shift towards more intersectional approaches that address multiple social issues simultaneously. - Historical Perspectives on Volunteering:
The journal appears to be moving away from historical analyses of volunteering practices, suggesting a preference for contemporary issues and innovations that affect the current landscape. - Charity Law and Regulatory Frameworks:
The exploration of charity law and regulatory challenges is less frequent, possibly indicating a shift towards practical applications and case studies rather than theoretical or legal analyses. - Volunteer Retention Strategies:
There seems to be a decline in focused research on volunteer retention strategies, as the discourse increasingly centers on broader themes of volunteer motivation and experience.
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