Voluntas
Scope & Guideline
Exploring the Nexus of Voluntary Action and Social Change
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Nonprofit Organization Dynamics:
Research exploring the governance, management, and operational strategies of nonprofit organizations, including their relationships with stakeholders and the impact of external factors. - Volunteer Motivation and Engagement:
Studies examining the motivations, experiences, and outcomes of volunteers, with a focus on how organizational practices and societal contexts influence volunteer engagement. - Civil Society and Social Change:
Investigations into the role of civil society organizations in promoting social change, addressing social issues, and fostering community development. - Philanthropy and Funding Mechanisms:
Analysis of philanthropic practices, funding models, and their implications for nonprofit sustainability and effectiveness. - Comparative Perspectives in Nonprofit Research:
Research comparing different contexts, regions, and sectors within the nonprofit landscape to draw insights on best practices and challenges. - Impact Assessment and Evaluation:
Studies focused on the measurement and evaluation of social impact created by nonprofit organizations and volunteer initiatives.
Trending and Emerging
- Digital Transformation in Nonprofits:
A growing focus on how digital tools and platforms are reshaping nonprofit operations, volunteer engagement, and fundraising strategies, particularly in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. - Intersectionality in Volunteerism:
Emerging research is increasingly examining how factors such as race, gender, and socio-economic status intersect to influence volunteer experiences and organizational practices. - Resilience in Nonprofit Organizations:
Studies exploring how nonprofits adapt and respond to crises, including economic downturns and public health emergencies, are becoming more prominent. - Collaborative Approaches to Social Issues:
There is a rising trend in research on cross-sector collaborations and partnerships between nonprofits, businesses, and governments to address complex social challenges. - Global Perspectives on Philanthropy:
An increasing emphasis on understanding philanthropic practices in a global context, including the influence of cultural, political, and economic factors on giving behaviors.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Volunteering Models:
Research centered on conventional models of volunteering and community service appears to be less prevalent, possibly due to the rise of more diverse and innovative forms of volunteer engagement. - Single-Domain Nonprofit Studies:
There seems to be a decline in studies that focus exclusively on specific types of nonprofit organizations (e.g., arts or health), as the field increasingly embraces interdisciplinary and holistic approaches. - Static Frameworks for Nonprofit Governance:
Research utilizing rigid or traditional governance frameworks is becoming less common, with a shift towards more dynamic and adaptive models that reflect the complexities of contemporary nonprofit environments. - Volunteerism as a Solely Altruistic Endeavor:
The perspective of volunteering purely as an altruistic activity is waning, as researchers increasingly recognize the multifaceted motivations and socio-economic factors influencing volunteer behavior. - Local Case Studies without Broader Implications:
There is a noticeable decrease in the emphasis on localized case studies that do not connect to broader theoretical or practical implications, as the field moves towards more generalizable insights.
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