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Virtual Volunteer Centers
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Virtual Volunteer Centers
Presenter:Janet Pace
Volunteer Louisiana
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Volunteers will come in a disaster:
Are you ready for them?
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What is a virtual volunteer center?A virtual volunteer center is a web-based platform that allows:
Volunteers to register, provide contact information and list availability, skills and certifications
Communicates a consistent message to those interested in volunteering or keeping abreast of the current events
Allows organizations to post opportunities and to accept or decline volunteers
Allows volunteers to search for and sign up for opportunities 24/7
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Who will manage the virtual VC?
Should be someone with:timestaffoverarching role
Can be stood up locallyregionallystatewide
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Steps to creating a virtual VC
Plan and post a banner on the website
Write the first message
Create a call center
Identify opportunities
Use social media
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Public messagingPublic messaging aims to limit the flow of spontaneous volunteers and unsolicited donations to a manageable level
Stakeholders working together should have one consistent message
The message and messenger should be established before the disaster
A distribution list should be maintained so that all stakeholders receive the same messaging
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Cash - Financial gifts get help to people fast.Find a reputable organization at www.nvoad.org
Ask before collecting items that may not be needed.
Respond by volunteering with a local relief agency.
Everyone can help. Go to a local volunteer center.
Find your nearest HandsOn Action Center at www.handsonnetwork.org
Helping in Times of Disaster
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After the eventFinal messaging stating event has passed. Thank them for their willingness to serve.
Six months after: update on the status of the region, any long-term recovery needs, final email, connect to a local HandsOn affiliate or voluntary organization
Page on the website for “peacetime” information about responding in disaster
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