2010 Education and Training Opportunities
Colorado Conference on Volunteerism:
September 16 & 17, 2010 at the Fort Collins Marriott
Visit www.ccov2010.org to register online and for details about the workshop sessions, field experiences, keynote speakers, scholarships and much more! The early bird rate ends August 20. Register Today!
Collaborative Leadership Series for Volunteer Professionals
New for 2010, the Collaborative Leadership Series for Volunteer Professionals presented by Denver DOVIA will expose participants to the best practices in volunteer engagement by exploring some of Colorado's most innovative volunteer programs. During on-site visits, participants will have the opportunity to discuss trends in volunteer engagement, gather new ideas, share success stories and learn from professionals in the field through hands-on activities and site tours.
Participants will work together as a small group over the 6-month period with extensive opportunities for networking and personal professional development. Participants will be encouraged to collaborate with one another, create unlikely partnerships and share their expertise with other participants all-the-while developing their leadership abilities as volunteer professionals.
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
Topic: Managing Large Volunteer Programs and Cultivating Staff Participation
Location / Host: Denver Botanic Gardens / Kelly Groen
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
Topic: Maximizing Faith-based and Neighborhood Partnerships
Location / Host: Confluence Ministries / Jude Del Hiero
Wednesday, June 16, 2010 (Please note this session will be held from 2 - 4:00 p.m.)
Topic: Engaging Volunteers in Local Government
Location / Host: Westminster City Hall / Pam Mayhew and Patti Wright
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Topic: Volunteer Interviewing, Screening and Placement
Location / Host: Denver Museum of Nature & Science / Moe Shuley
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
Topic: Managing Volunteers in the Outdoors
Location / Host: Boulder County Parks and Open Space / Sara Holton
Wednesday, October 13, 2010
Topic: Connecting with Generation Y and the Value of Service Learning
Location / Host: Johnson & Wales University / Matthew Gray
All sessions will be held from 3 - 5:00 p.m. unless otherwise noted.
The Collaborative Leadership Series for Volunteer Professionals is limited to 25 participants. Due to the highly interactive nature of this series and the limited group size, attendance at all sessions is highly encouraged. A minimum commitment to attend 4 sessions is required.
Carpooling is highly encouraged. Afternoon snacks, handouts and class materials will be provided. Business casual attire and comfortable shoes are recommended.
Collaborative Leadership Series Cost (includes all sessions):
$69 Members, $89 Non-Members
Scholarship Funding is available and interested parties are encouraged to apply. To submit an application, please visit the "Scholarship Information" tab.
Cancellation and Refund Policy: For cancellations prior to April 1, 2010, the registration cost less a $40 administration fee will be granted. After April 1, no refunds will be granted. Participants may transfer their registration to another volunteer professional. Participants transferring their registration are required to facilitate payment / reimbursement independent of Denver DOVIA.
Registration for the Collaborative Leadership Series is Currently Closed
Questions about Denver DOVIA's Education and Training Programs? Contact Kelly Groen at Groenk@botanicgardens.org