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Why X Matters #8: Why Volunteering Matters
Be sure to listen in as our Executive Director, Ashley Seymour joins the Winnipeg Foundations podcast, Because and Effect, to talk about the benefit and necessity of volunteerism in our city, how to get involved with the causes you care about, and the importance of volunteering and mentorship to the health of our communities. (You can also watch on their YouTube channel!)
Guest/ panelists:
Ashley Seymour - Executive Director, Volunteer Manitoba
Daniel Hidalgo - Founder/Director, CommUnity204, Lieutenant Governor's Community Leadership Awards recipient in 2022
Rana Ahmed - Mayor's Volunteer Service Award recipients from the 2024 Annual Volunteer Awards
Volunteering Has Benefits for You!
Find out more about the benefits and our volunteer recruitment events in this CTV interview with our Community Relations Coordinator - Gloria Dovoh.
Why should we volunteer? The importance of volunteerism in Manitoba - CHVN95.1FM
Volunteerism is not just an act of kindness; it can also be a catalyst for positive change.
Volunteer Manitoba is the leader and motivator for engaging people in volunteerism in our province.
Awards Nomination Deadline is Fast Approaching: January 15th!
VM's Executive Director, Ashley Seymour, sat down with CTV to discuss the upcoming 40th Annual Volunteer Awards Celebration and how you can nominate a superhero in your community!
Click here to nominate a wonderful volunteer!
Be sure to watch this story on the life-changing impact of volunteering!
Oyate Tipi Cumini Yape transformed Athynia's life, who, after her family experienced housing instability when she was a child, found a way to give back to the community and the organization, who in turn gave her confidence, support and more. A huge thank you to CTV Morning Live - Winnipeg for shedding light on the transformative effects of volunteerism and the positive impact it can have on someone's life.
VM's Interview on Winnipeg Foundation's BeCause & Effect Podcast
Volunteerism is an integral part of Manitoban identity and economy - listen in to find out how important it is to the events and services you enjoy! Learn more about how you can help, on why being on a board of directors shouldn't be intimidating and more about our new Executive Director, Ashley Seymour!
Thank you to the The Winnipeg Foundation for featuring Ashley on BeCause & Effect!
www.wpgfdn.org/community/because-effect-108-ashley-seymour
Interested in volunteering but need a little inspiration?
VM's Community Relations Coordinator, Gloria Dovoh speaks with U Talk's Ryan Funk about the benefits and importance of volunteerism!
